NEW DELHI: India has recorded a significant decline in infant deaths over the past decade, with the Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) falling to 24 deaths per 1,000 live births in 2024. Yet behind the national progress lies a sharply uneven picture, with some states approaching developed-world child survival standards while others continue to struggle with…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Aashirwad Sooryavanshi NEW DELHI: Cricket appears to run in the Sooryavanshi family. While teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to make headlines on the international stage, his younger brother Aashirwad is now beginning to attract attention with the bat.Just 10 years old, Aashirwad Sooryavanshi produced a sparkling century in a local practice match…
Mercedes-Benz India reported its highest-ever fiscal sales of 19,363 units in FY 2025-26, while also introducing two new AMG models-the A45 S 4MATIC+ ‘Aero Track Edition’ and the GLE 53 Coupe 4MATIC+ ‘Performance Edition’ for the Indian market. The company recorded sales of 5,131 units in the January-March 2026 quarter, marking a 7 per cent…
NPCI BHIM Services Limited (NBSL), a wholly owned arm of National Payments Corporation of India, has launched biometric authentication for UPI transactions on the BHIM Payments App, allowing users to approve payments of up to ₹5,000 using fingerprint or facial recognition. The feature, available on both iOS and Android devices that support biometric capabilities, enables…
Heavy showers delay the toss (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: The start of the IPL 2026 match between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Guwahati has been affected by rain, with heavy showers delaying the toss. While rain is expected to ease later, overcast conditions could still play a role during the game….
Stocks to BUY, SELL or HOLD Today, March 23: Brokerage firms like ICICI Bank, Kalyan Jewellers, and InterGlobe Aviation remain in focus after fresh target price revisions. Analysts highlight growth potential, valuation comfort, and sector-specific risks, offering key insights for investors looking to make informed stock market decisions today. MOSL reiterates BUY on ICICI Bank…
Australia begin their latest ODI campaign carrying confidence from their last 50-over assignment, where they defeated India 2-1 at home. Although several months have passed since that series, the visitors will be eager to maintain their strong record in the format. Josh Inglis and his team face a challenging task against Pakistan in Rawalpindi, where…
Spanish police have arrested a 32-year-old Tunisian man accused of sexually assaulting three British tourists at a hotel in Valencia, including two young women aged 18 and 19.Authorities detained the suspect on Tuesday afternoon after two of the alleged victims reported a series of incidents at the hotel. The man is alleged to have posed…
Today’s GDP data is being seen as a sign of India’s underlying economic strength. (AI image) India’s economy continues to defy all growth projections. But for how long? At 7.8%, India’s GDP growth for the fourth quarter of FY 2025-26 beat all estimates by a wide margin. Retaining its tag of being the fastest growing…
New Delhi, The Sports Ministry would like Hockey India to nominate its best teams for the Asian Games amid an ongoing debate on whether separate sides should be finalised for the continental showpiece and the World Cup later this year to ensure players are not burnt out. Two teams should go: Ministry view on Asian…
