Buzzing houseflies are more than just a nuisance; they pose health risks. These persistent pests are drawn to open dustbins, decaying organic waste, and standing water, making your home a breeding ground. Uncovered food and poorly ventilated, warm areas also attract them. Keeping your home clean, sealing waste, fixing leaks, and ensuring good ventilation are…
In June a 12 report Dam Capital noted that FPI selling moderated to USD 3.5bn in May-26, compared with outflows of USD 6.5bn in April and a record USD 12.7 billion in March. However, the respite appears short-lived, with June already witnessing USD 4.2 billion of FPI outflows. However, CY26 cumulative outflows have reached USD…
For many exporters, freelancers and consultants, the most frustrating part of receiving international payments is not the cost, it is the uncertainty. A client may confirm that payment has been sent on Monday, yet the money may only arrive by Thursday or Friday. In some cases, even the banks involved struggle to explain where the…
The long choked Strait of Hormuz is finally seeing business with supplies from Qatar entering the market for the first time since the war broke out. After being mostly quiet during the conflict, oil flows are picking up again as Gulf countries restart crude exports. This comes as regional activity improves and talks between the…
Photo credit: X/ @FitRaheIndia New Delhi: Minor procedural lapses by hospitals and clinics will now attract administrative penalties instead of criminal fines under amendments to the Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2010 notified by the Union health ministry, as the Centre pushes ahead with its Jan Vishwas reforms to promote trust-based regulation.The amendments, notified…
Apple has hiked the prices of its products, including Macs and iPads, across the globe, including in India. While announcing the increase in prices, which range between 20 per cent to 42 per cent up from their original prices, the tech giant cited an increase in the cost of memory chips as the reason. Apple…
Spain midfielder Pedri has hailed Argentina captain Lionel Messi after his vintage displays at this summer’s FIFA World Cup. Lionel Messi has been in terrific form this World Cup. (REUTERS) Messi, who turned 39 last week, has lit up the tournament across his first two group games, scoring all five of Argentina’s goals, including a…
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is yet to announce the remaining Class 12 revaluation and verification results, leaving many students anxiously waiting as college admission deadlines draw closer.On June 21, the board released the first phase of the results, declaring outcomes for more than 87 per cent of the applications received. However, the…
Original Sita Deepika Chikhalia endorses ‘phenomenal’ Sai Pallavi and Ranbir Kapoor for Nitesh Tiwari’s ‘Ramayana’: ‘Both will portray their characters very beautifully’ Deepika Chikhalia, who became a household name for her portrayal of Goddess Sita in Ramanand Sagar‘s iconic 1987 television series ‘Ramayan’, has thrown her weight behind the upcoming big-screen adaptation directed by Nitesh…
In a latest update, the government of India has announced plans to revise passport application fees across several categories. The new charges will come into effect from July 1, 2026, making fresh passports, reissues and Tatkal services more expensive than ever. For travellers, a passport is the first travel document needed to explore the world….
