India launches ₹1.27 lakh crore Semicon 2.0 to bolster domestic chip design and manufacturing

The government has formally notified the Semicon 2.0 scheme with an outlay of ₹1.27 lakh crore, seeking to accelerate the development of India’s semiconductor design and manufacturing ecosystem. The programme is structured across six segments covering various stages of the semiconductor value chain. These include chip design by Indian companies, manufacturing of capital equipment required […]

Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth Unveil Their Chic Chennai Home

Inside Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth’s Chennai house | Image Courtesy: Architectural Digest Actors Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth have officially opened the doors to a very special new chapter: their first home together. Perched high above Chennai, the couple’s apartment is less about following a single interior trend and more about surrounding themselves with […]

Stranger’s Shout Alerts Nepal School to Devastating Flood, Saving 370 Lives

‘Run, Water!’: Stranger’s Shout Saves 370 Students, Teachers From Deadly Nepal Flash Flood | A stranger’s desperate warning “Run, water!” may have prevented a major tragedy at a school in Nepal, after his shouted alert gave more than 370 students and teachers precious moments to escape a devastating flash flood on August 26. The unidentified […]

LPG e-KYC and ITR Deadline Ends August 31

LPG e-KYC and non-audit ITR deadlines end on August 31. | Mumbai: Several changes linked to household finances and daily expenses will come into effect with the beginning of September 2026. These include rules related to domestic LPG connections and income tax returns. Consumers should understand the new requirements, as failing to meet the deadlines […]

Pakistan’s Rizwan and Imam to leave England after series defeats

Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq are reportedly set to return home after Pakistan’s poor start to the England Test series. | X Pakistan cricketers Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq are reportedly set to return to Pakistan after the national team suffered heavy defeats in the first two Tests against England. Several reports have claimed that the Pakistan […]

US Strikes Iranian Launchers on Larak Island Amid Tensions

The United States on Sunday carried out strikes against two Iranian launch systems on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz, Reuters reported, citing a US official. The attack marks the first known US strike on Iranian soil since late July. “I can confirm that earlier today US forces struck two Iranian launchers on Larak […]

GST 2.0 Sparks Growth in India’s Auto Sector and Economy

GST 2.0 has provided a significant boost to India’s automobile industry and the broader economy, Maruti Suzuki India Chairman RC Bhargava said, arguing that the tax reforms have helped the country navigate economic uncertainty caused by the West Asia conflict. Speaking at the company’s annual general meeting, Bhargava said India’s economic performance has remained resilient […]

Mahindra XUV 3XO: The Ideal Compact SUV for City and Highway Use

Mahindra XUV 3XO Moving from a hatchback or compact sedan to an SUV is often about wanting more road presence, stronger performance, and added comfort without making everyday driving difficult. The Mahindra XUV 3XO fits this space as a compact SUV designed for both city use and occasional highway travel. Among Mahindra cars, the XUV […]

Kareena Kapoor Khan Gets Frustrated with Paparazzi at Daayra Trailer Launch

Kareena Kapoor Khan appeared visibly annoyed with the paparazzi during the trailer launch of her upcoming film Daayra. As the actress posed for the cameras alongside the team, the photographers repeatedly asked her to move from one side to another to get different angles. After being asked to move left and right several times, Kareena […]

Gold Drops for Fourth Day, Rs 1,500 Down Amid Global Cues

New Delhi: Gold prices fell for the fourth straight session, declining by Rs 1,500 to Rs 1,60,900 per 10 grams in the national capital on Monday as bearish global cues weighed on traders’ sentiment. The yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity closed at Rs 1,62,400 per 10 grams on Friday.Traders said the decline in […]