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The University Grants Commission (UGC) has informed all universities and colleges about a new initiative by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) related to rating properties for digital connectivity.In an official communication issued on January 29, 2026, the UGC shared details of TRAI’s framework that focuses on assessing and improving digital connectivity infrastructure in…
NEW DELHI: A minor’s mother sought Supreme Court’s permission for termination of her daughter’s pregnancy, taking into consideration that the child would be illegitimate and the girl had to live her life with mental trauma and social stigma. The court said the girl has a right over her reproductive autonomy. The Medical Termination of Pregnancy…
MUMBAI: Total outward remittances under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) witnessed a contraction in FY26, dropping about 2% to $29 billion from the $29.6 billion recorded in FY25. This downward trajectory highlights that visa restrictions are impacting overseas education spending, which plummeted 20.9% from $2.9 billion to $2.3 billion, alongside a 3.1% dip in international…
Culture, family traditions, and social norms have always had an effect on how people raise their children. But in the last few years, people have changed how they think about and raise their kids. Sania Mirza‘s quote of the day makes this change in point of view clear in a simple and relatable way. “There’s…
In a delightful twist of fate, Grammy-winning sensation Sam Smith, 33, is set to tie the knot with renowned fashion designer Christian Cowan, 32, after a love-filled three years. Their romance ignited in late 2022, but it was their stunning appearance at the 2026 Met Gala that truly turned heads, especially with Cowan flaunting a…
India’s Sanju Samson walks (PTI Photo) Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has shared his enthusiasm ahead of the fifth and final T20I between India and New Zealand, to be played on Saturday at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, extending his best wishes to Team India and local favourite Sanju Samson. Speaking to ANI, Tharoor said…
Starting 2026, foreigners can own Saudi property, excluding Makkah, Madinah, Jeddah, and Riyadh cities/Representative Image Saudi Arabia is allowing foreign nationals to own real estate under a new legal framework set to take effect in January 2026, clearly defining where foreigners can buy property, what types of real estate they can own, and the legal…
Swara Bhaskar has strongly reacted to trolls who targeted her over post-pregnancy weight gain, calling out the “bizarre” criticism she has faced since embracing motherhood.The actress recently shared a throwback picture from 2018, which drew body-shaming comments online. In response, Swara posted a collage featuring the old image alongside a recent photo of her holding…
According to ancient texts and Hindu traditions, it is believed that sunset marks the sacred transition from day to the realm of Yama, the god of death, which is the evening time, when negative energies like negative vibrations, spirits, and malevolent spirits are believed to roam freely. It is believed that since ages, refraining from…
The chemist’s discovery helped transform the modern textiles industry forever. Image credit – Wikimedia William Henry Perkin, a London-based chemistry student, was conducting experiments in his home laboratory. He was attempting to prepare a drug, quinine, that is used to treat malaria. One particular experiment did not work out as intended. The failure resulted in…
