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Bihar NEET UG Counselling 2026 First Round Result Out, Check Next Steps, Key Dates

Bihar NEET UG Seat Allotment Result 2026: The closing rank for MBBS in the Unreserved category in Round 1 was 10,771, while for BDS, it was 9,884.

26 Aug 2026 2:20 pm
Bihar Board Exam 2027 Registration Begins For Class 10, 12; Check Dates, Fee And How To Apply

Bihar Board Exam 2027 registration for Classes 10 and 12 begins on August 25. Check the last date, fee details, steps to apply and exam schedule here.

26 Aug 2026 1:05 pm
Low On Fuel, Indian Drone Inadvertently Hit Pak's Kirana Hills Nuke Facility

Ending the mystery over what happened at Kirana Hills, the former Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, clarified that an Indian loitering munition -- likely an Israeli-designed Harop drone -- was searching for radars.

25 Aug 2026 8:21 pm
NRI Earning Rs 1 Crore In US Says He Saved More On Rs 25 Lakh Salary In India

He broke down his monthly expenses in the US and explained how housing, taxes, insurance and everyday costs significantly reduce his disposable income.

25 Aug 2026 6:50 pm
Opinion: Opinion | The Big Reset In How India Builds Its Defence Is Here

The real transformation underway in India's defence ecosystem is visible now in a new missile or a fighter jet, but in how India is building its military technology.

25 Aug 2026 4:44 pm
Maggi And Fanta Sold In India Are Different From UK Versions, Report Finds

India's food regulator dropped plans for front-of-pack warning labels after industry pushback, despite rising obesity concerns.

25 Aug 2026 4:44 pm
Rajnath Singh Clears Transfer Of DRDO Missile Technologies To Indian Firms

The move is aimed at strengthening India's self-reliance in defence and increasing the participation of domestic industries in the country's defence ecosystem.

25 Aug 2026 4:03 pm
Vivo T5 5G India Launch Date Announced; Confirmed to Feature 144Hz Display, Dimensity 7500 Turbo Chip

Vivo announced the launch date of the upcoming Vivo T5 5G in India on Tuesday. The handset is expected to join the brands expansive T5 lineup, which already comprises the Vivo T5 Lite 5G, T5x 5G, and T5 Pro 5G. Ahead of its anticipated arrival, the brand has also teased several key features of the upcoming handset. It is confirmed to be equipped with a 1.5K 144Hz display and MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo chipset. The Vivo T5 5G will be offered in two colourways and is teased to pack a 7,050mAh b

25 Aug 2026 3:21 pm
India Set to Launch First Tokenised Corporate Bonds With Digital Rupee

India is set to test its first tokenised corporate bond issuance, with state-backed power financier REC expected to issue bonds worth less than Rs. 5 billion using the digital rupee for settlement. The pilot, being conducted with the RBI and SEBI, will explore whether distributed ledger technology can make corporate bond issuance and settlement faster.

25 Aug 2026 3:21 pm
Selecting Team On Sympathies: Legends Slam Indian Hockey Team After WC Exit

The Indian men's hockey team was not expected to end its 51-year-old World Cup title drought but its failure to even reach the semi-finals has exposed some long-standing frailties, including lack of...

25 Aug 2026 3:11 pm
India Wanted Red Flags On Sugary Drinks, Chips. Food Giants Pushed Back

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India buckled after a tense March meeting with industry executives, who argued that such warning labels were confusing and ineffective

25 Aug 2026 2:47 pm
Air India Express Pilots Question Revised Salary Structure Despite Higher-Pay Proposal

Air India Express pilots raised concerns over income predictability and leave benefits despite a revised compensation package with higher earnings.

25 Aug 2026 1:31 pm
Boltt Ace 5G and Boltt Evo Launched in India With 6,000mAh Battery, 6.79-Inch HD+ Display: Price, Specifications

Boltt Ace 5G has been launched in India, along with the new Boltt Evo. Two new smartphones arrive in the country as the first handset offerings from Fire-Boltt's new sub-brand. The new Boltt phones will go on sale in India on September 1 via Flipkart. The Boltt Ace 5G is offered in Arctic White, Burgundy Bliss, Forest Green, Lavender Bloom, Midnight Black, and Sky Blue colour options. On the other hand, the Boltt Evo will be available for purchase in Arctic White, Berry Red, Lavender Bloom, Midn

25 Aug 2026 1:27 pm
Centre Weighs Dope Tests For All Commercial Pilots After Air India Plane Row

The issue of dope testing of pilots has come to the spotlight after an Air India Phuket-Delhi flight experienced a sudden 300-foot altitude drop over Odisha, leaving 20 passengers and four cabin crew members injured.

25 Aug 2026 1:06 pm
Xiaomi's Mijia Smart Air Purifier 6, 4 Compact Launched in India: Price, Features

Xiaomi has introduced the Mijia Smart Air Purifier 6 and Mijia Smart Air Purifier 4 Compact in India, alongside the return of the Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite. The Mijia Smart Air Purifier 6 supports spaces up to 940 sq ft, while the 4 Compact targets rooms of 400+ sq ft. The three models are priced at Rs. 19,999, Rs. 7,999 and Rs. 12,999, respectively, and will go on sale from September 2 through multiple online and offline channels.

25 Aug 2026 1:02 pm
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Price in India Drops By Rs. 15,000 Months After Launch: See New Prices

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra price in India has officially been reduced. The company updated its online store to confirm. The new starting price is currently live on Flipkart and the Samsung India online store. The smartphone maker has reduced the prices of the 12GB + 256GB and 12GB + 512GB RAM and storage configurations. After the revision, the price of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra starts at Rs. 1,24,999 in India for the base 256GB model. Apart from the direct price cut of Rs. 15,000, Flipkart is o

25 Aug 2026 12:46 pm
Portronics Ruffpad Teddy 8.5, Dino 8.5, PupX 10 With Multicolour LCD Screens Launched in India: Price, Features

Portronics has introduced three reusable LCD writing pads aimed at children, with the Ruffpad Teddy 8.5 and Dino 8.5 offering 8.5-inch screens and the PupX 10 featuring a 10-inch display. The models support writing, drawing and handwriting practice and include one-tap erasing and screen-lock features. Prices start at Rs. 499 for the Dino 8.5, while the Teddy 8.5 and PupX 10 cost Rs. 599 and Rs. 749, respectively. The range is sold through multiple online and offline retailers.

25 Aug 2026 12:37 pm
Plaud Note Pro and NotePin S AI Note Takers Launched in India: Price, Features

Plauds Note Pro and NotePin S AI note takers have finally arrived in India. The Note Pro is a credit card-sized device that can be attached to the back of a smartphone. The capsule-shaped NotePin S is a wearable that can be worn as a necklace or even as a wristband for recording conversations and summarising meetings using the company's Plaud Intelligence software.

25 Aug 2026 12:02 pm
Which Indian City Is Known As The Land Of Toor Dal?

Known for its distinct flavour, aroma and cooking qualities, this Karnataka variety of pigeon pea has earned a special place in the region's food culture.

25 Aug 2026 11:30 am
Indian Origin Ex-CEO Pays $1.8 Million To Resolve Case Of False Claims

The United States alleged that these certifications were false because UpTime Council was not an operating company and never inspected the AiNET data centre.

25 Aug 2026 7:59 am
Elon Musk's Power Warning Raises A Tough Question For India's AI Ambition

The question is not whether AI creates enough value to justify its environmental footprint, but how we reduce that footprint, said Alona Geckler.

25 Aug 2026 7:59 am
15% Decline In Indian Students Seeking Undergraduate Courses In US: Report

The report recorded a 15 per cent decrease in applicants from India -- the top source for international students in the US.

25 Aug 2026 3:42 am
US Envoy Spotlights India's Expanding Role In Global Aerospace Manufacturing

Gor toured TLMAL's production line for empennages, or tail sections, of the C-130J Super Hercules.

24 Aug 2026 11:37 pm
Worms, Roaches, Fungus: Are India's Food Safety Standards Failing Consumers?

Worms in sandwiches, cockroaches in kitchens, fungus on ingredients, expired stock and reports of rotten meat have put food safety under the spotlight. Recent raids and complaints across cities have raised concerns about restaurants, hotels, cloud kitchens and food delivery establishments. With eating out and ordering in becoming part of everyday life, the big question is whether India's food safety standards are keeping pace or whether consumers are being left to take a leap of faith with every

24 Aug 2026 9:43 pm
Infinix Hot 70 Pro 5G India Launch Date Revealed, Key Details Confirmed

Infinix Hot 70 Pro 5G will debut in India on September 4 at 12pm IST, with Flipkart set to handle sales. The smartphone will feature a 6.76-inch full-HD+ display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a rear Active Matrix Cube for notifications and visual effects. It will come in four finishes, while specifications of the global model suggest a Dimensity 7100 chipset, up to 8GB of RAM, 256GB storage and a 5,600mAh or 6,000mAh battery with 45W charging.

24 Aug 2026 8:25 pm
Batter Throws Gloves In Dressing Room As SL Fume Over Umpire Decision vs India

The final minutes of Day 2 of the second Test match between India and Sri Lanka witnessed a huge controversy as the hosts were not happy with how the umpires allowed the play to continue despite the...

24 Aug 2026 6:51 pm
Against Federal Cooperatism: Revanth Reddy After Centre's No To US Visit

The Central government, though clearing the UK trip, declined political clearance to Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's visit to the US because the programmes scheduled there were not appropriate to the office he held and the stated purpose of the visit, the Ministry of External Affairs said.

24 Aug 2026 5:41 pm
India-Russia High-Level Talks In Moscow | EAM Jaishankar, Manturov Discuss Trade & Strategic Ties

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov held high-level talks in Moscow, with trade, energy and the broader India-Russia strategic partnership in focus. Bilateral trade grew 8% in the first half of 2026, with both sides looking to further strengthen economic cooperation.

24 Aug 2026 5:35 pm
Air India Flight From Delhi Suffers Bird Hit While Landing At Patna Airport

The official said that bird strikes are not unusual, particularly during the rainy season when avian activity tends to increase.

24 Aug 2026 5:35 pm
EAM Jaishankar Meets Putin | India-Russia Ties, Trade & Strategic Partnership in Focus

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow during his two-day official visit to Russia. The meeting focused on India-Russia bilateral ties and key global and regional developments. Jaishankar also conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modis message to President Putin.

24 Aug 2026 5:18 pm
Sony IER-M500 Wired In-Ear Monitors Launched in India With 5mm Driver, Hi-Res Audio: Price, Features

Sony has expanded its professional audio lineup in India with the IER-M500 wired in-ear monitors. The earphones use a 5mm dynamic driver and offer a 10Hz to 40,000Hz frequency response, 16-ohm impedance and 103dB/mW sensitivity. They feature a sealed housing for passive noise isolation and come with noise-isolating ear tips, fitting supporters and a cable clip. The IER-M500 weighs 6.9g without its cable and uses a 1.6m Y-type cable with an L-shaped stereo mini plug.

24 Aug 2026 4:19 pm
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion, Edge 60 Fusion Prices Could Rise by Rs. 3,000 in India

Motorola is said to preparing another round of price hikes for several smartphones under its portfolio in India. It is expected to become the latest brand to do so, following recent price hikes by OnePlus, Realme, Samsung, and Vivo. According to a tipster, Motorolas recent price hike affects two mid-range smartphones, including the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Motorola Edge 60 Fusion, with both soon becoming more expensive to buy compared to their launch prices.

24 Aug 2026 3:36 pm
The Return Of Smriti Irani: Kyunki BJP Needs Its 'Giant Killer' In Uttar Pradesh

At a time when all political parties are focused on women voters, the BJP can send a big political message through Smriti Irani's comeback

18 Aug 2026 8:42 am
Smriti Irani's Big Comeback As BJP 3.0 Gets Massive Women Representation

A big development is the return of former Union minister Smriti Irani to a core organisational role as one of the national general secretaries of the BJP

17 Aug 2026 4:07 pm
US Deports Indian 'Alien' Over Sexually Motivated Coercion Conviction

The US government is deporting convicted non-citizen criminals to their native countries or, under specific enforcement policies, to negotiated third-party countries.

17 Aug 2026 2:24 pm
Video: Iron Man Actress Gwyneth Paltrow Makes Indian Chilla And Mint Chutney Eggs

In the video, the actress uses simple ingredients to whip up a quick and delicious breakfast.

17 Aug 2026 11:59 am
Boost Cooking Gas Production: India To Local Refineries Amid Hormuz Crisis

Refiners have been ordered to implement all technically and economically feasible measures to maximize LPG output beyond current minimum producible levels, as per a government notification.

17 Aug 2026 9:45 am
Why A Fitness Expert Is Calling 'Ghar Ka Khaana' India's Most Dangerous Meal

The moment something is homemade, India stops questioning it, the fitness consultant wrote.

17 Aug 2026 8:58 am
1st Test LIVE: Rain Threat Looms Large, 9-Down India Eye Smart Move vs SL

India vs Sri Lanka LIVE Score Updates, 1st Test Day 3: India will resume from 460/9, but rain is expected to play spoilsport once again on Day 3.

17 Aug 2026 8:18 am
Bangladesh Links Tarique Rahmans India Visit To Sheikh Hasina Extradition Demand

A fresh diplomatic strain is emerging between India and Bangladesh over Prime Minister Tarique Rahmans proposed visit to New Delhi. Dhaka has linked the visit to the issue of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, objecting to her recent address from India and seeking her extradition. The developments could have major implications for the reset in India-Bangladesh ties.

17 Aug 2026 6:33 am
Pant's 'Common Sense' Questioned By Ex-India Star After Dismissal In SL Test

Rishabh Pant once again failed to convert his start into a big score as he was dismissed for 39 off 62 balls on Day 2 at the Galle International Cricket Stadium.

17 Aug 2026 6:20 am
Stick To Commentary: India Great Rejects Morgan For CSK Job, Gives New Name

Former India cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth has rejected the names of Eoin Morgan and Brendon McCullum for the role of Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) new head coach.

17 Aug 2026 6:16 am
Opinion: Opinion | 79 Years Later, India's Enduring Answer To Those Who Had Predicted Its Collapse

Our young people are rightly impatient for progress, understanding that genuine development cannot occur in an atmosphere of communal friction, political polarisation, or majoritarian triumphalism

15 Aug 2026 10:40 am
How Independence Revived India's Hollowed Economy After British Rule

India is not only growing rapidly but is also projected to remain the world's fastest-growing major economy.

15 Aug 2026 10:19 am
80th Independence Day Live: I-Day Celebrated All Over India; Security Tightened In Delhi

India marks its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, celebrating eight decades of freedom, unity, and progress with nationwide ceremonies and cultural events.

15 Aug 2026 10:16 am
Opinion: 79 Years On: The Ground Beneath India's Growth Story

Three decades ago, India's organised office market was a fraction of what it is today. It was built gradually and financed largely through individual and promoter capital.

15 Aug 2026 9:37 am
PM Modi Hoists Tricolour At Red Fort, Leads India's 80th Independence Day Celebrations

PM Modi hoisted the national flag at the Red Fort and led the country's 80th Independence Day celebrations on Saturday. The Prime Minister was accorded a ceremonial guard of honour before addressing the nation from the ramparts of the historic monument, marking 80 years of India's Independence.

15 Aug 2026 9:28 am
Independence Day: PM Modi's Saptadhara In I-Day Speech: 7 Streams Of India's Growth

Listing out the seven streams, PM Modi saidmanufacturing, farming, technology, gatishakti, raksha shakti, green energy, and soft power are India's Saptadhara.

15 Aug 2026 9:07 am
India Strong Contender To Become Olympic Host In 2036: PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India is a strong contender to host the 2036 Olympics and to ensure that the country has a strong presence in the mega event, a nationwide talent hunt...

15 Aug 2026 9:06 am