UAE has expanded its visa-on-arrival programme, allowing more eligible travellers to enjoy simplified entry / Image – file The UAE has unveiled a major expansion of its visa-on-arrival programme, making it easier for thousands of eligible international travellers to enter the country without applying for a visa in advance. The move, announced by the UAE…
GTRI has urged the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) to issue detailed operational guidelines for the government’s newly notified quality certification mechanism, saying the success of the reform will depend on transparent implementation Trade policy think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has urged the Department for Promotion of Industry and…
Salman Khan is reportedly moving out of Galaxy Apartments, where his family has lived since 1974. The MCZMA granted clearance on June 16 to build a six-storey sea-facing bungalow in Bandra’s Chimbai area. The move is said to be linked to repeated threats from Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang. For over five decades, Galaxy Apartments in Bandra,…
Open an Indian kitchen cabinet today and you’ll probably find neatly packed masalas. A few decades ago, those spice mixes were made at home. Whole spices like coriander, cumin, cloves, black pepper and dried chillies were roasted carefully until fragrant, then ground into powders in small batches. Every family had its own recipe, often tweaked…
The week opens on a bright note, and you may feel as if doors are swinging open one after another. Early in the week, confidence rises naturally. Work gets done faster, family matters move with less friction, and even your mood carries a lighter glow. There is also a quiet sense of luck around you,…
Shafali Verma, right, celebrates the wicket of Netherlands Sterre Kalis during the Women’s T20 World Cup cricket match in Leeds, England, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (AP) India opener Shafali Verma believes India should keep things simple when they face Australia in a must-win match in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.Sunday’s matches will decide…
Prathamesh Sinha, a young boy who lost his sight at 16 months, is revolutionizing education for the visually impaired. Despite facing school rejections, his unwavering spirit led him to become a passionate advocate for Annie, a self-learning Braille device. He has captivated audiences on Shark Tank India, addressed Prime Minister Modi, and received a National…
According to the report, India’s MSME credit gap stood at around Rs 25 lakh crore as of March 2025. India’s digital payments ecosystem may be among the world’s most advanced, but millions of small businesses continue to struggle for access to formal finance, with only 14 per cent of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs)…
The Tamil film industry is mourning the sudden death of legendary filmmaker K Bhagyaraj as actors, directors, and political leaders gathered to pay their last respects. Among them was Superstar Rajinikanth, who called off the ongoing shoot of his upcoming film ‘Dharman’ to bid adieu to one of his closest friends in the industry. Rajinikanth…
Visuals from Swiss Kashmir Human Rights protest Pakistan has been accused of imposing a harsh crackdown in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), with allegations of road blockades, mass arrests and the use of anti-terrorism laws creating a “deep humanitarian crisis,” according to testimonies at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC).Speaking on the sidelines of the 62nd…
Pakistan Women vs Netherlands Women Live: Spin and Runs Could Both Shine on Bristol Surface, Say Pitch Experts The Bristol pitch is expected to provide an exciting contest between bat and ball as experts Natalie Germanos and Alan Wilkins predicted plenty of runs alongside assistance for spin bowlers. With short square boundaries and a straight…
The UK government is set to introduce a sweeping immigration and asylum bill next week that will open new Canada-inspired legal routes for refugees while tightening rules governing human rights and modern slavery claims.Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said the reforms are aimed at protecting “genuine refugees” while restoring public confidence in Britain’s asylum system, BBC…
