Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman speaking during the Monsoon session of Parliament Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday pushed back Congress leader Jairam Ramesh’s claims that ordinary people could end up paying more for using the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), clarifying that any Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on digital transactions would be levied on merchants…
Sarfaraz Khan with father Naushad Khan and brother Musheer Khan. Sarfaraz Khan has been named as Sai Sudharsan’s replacement in India’s squad for the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, with the selectors opting for experience as the left-hander continues his recovery from a right toe stress reaction.The BCCI confirmed on Sunday that Sudharsan has…
The Centre has begun a major overhaul of the National Testing Agency (NTA), tightening the system for preparing and checking question papers and strengthening security around the agency’s operations. The move comes after a series of setbacks involving some of the country’s biggest entrance and eligibility examinations.The Education Ministry said on Tuesday that 600 experts…
BCI proposes Rs 22,500 advocate enrolment fee alongside sweeping legal education reforms under draft amendment Bill. (AI Image) NEW DELHI: The Bar Council of India (BCI) has proposed increasing the statutory enrolment fee for aspiring advocates from Rs 750 to Rs 22,500 under the Draft Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which has been released for public…
Getting to know how much you are valued by someone or how much you matter to them is one of the most beautiful feelings in the world. And some of the most memorable love declarations don’t come from poems or wedding vows; they come from unexpected moments in public. But a presidential address being that…
Priya Bhavani Shankar made headlines with a candid personal revelation during a recent press interaction. While discussing her upcoming film ‘Irumudi’ and her character, the actress was also asked about her personal life. Her straightforward statement quickly became one of the most talked-about moments from the interaction, with fans showing curiosity about the person in…
There is fire in your step today, Libra. You may feel brave enough to attempt something unusual, take initiative, or say yes to a short trip that breaks the routine.Mars lends courage, but the Moon makes reactions quick, so use that strength with care. This is the kind of day where confidence can help you…
For IT professionals, the path to higher salaries is changing. The Indian IT sector is in the midst of an employment flux – hiring, firing, and increment trends are fast changing. The advent of artificial intelligence has rendered some roles redundant while also introducing newer job positions for specialised talent.The phase is marked by slower…
Gemini’s Saturn Retrograde in 2026 will last about 138 days. It begins on July 27, 2026, and ends on December 11, 2026. The 10th house of your zodiac is where Saturn retrograde will take place in Pisces. Saturn rules your 8th and 9th houses, so you are under its influence. This is a time of…
India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal looked back at a memorable moment involving former captain Rohit Sharma as the team prepared for the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka.Jaiswal shared a set of pictures from India’s training session as preparations began for the two-Test series. However, it was his caption that caught the attention of fans.The left-handed…
