India’s National Payments Corporation has launched offline UPI transactions, allowing users to send money, check balances, and more via USSD code *99# without internet. This service, available in 13 languages, supports feature phones and smart devices, with a transaction limit of Rs 5,000. It ensures financial access even in remote areas.
On Thursday, a significant 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck near Sumatra island, close to Aceh province, with its epicenter just 10 km underground. Though locals experienced the tremors intensely, officials assured that there is no risk of a tsunami. This incident serves as a stark reminder of Indonesia’s precarious location along the notorious ‘Ring of Fire,’ where…
Odisha police are investigating a case where a 15-year-old girl claimed she was set on fire by three men in Puri. However, initial investigations, including CCTV footage analysis and witness statements, have not corroborated her account of the incident.
The Vegas Golden Knights are optimistic about the 2025-26 season, especially with the dynamic duo of Jack Eichel and Mitch Marner. Eichel’s contract extension provides stability, while Marner’s addition enhances the team’s offensive capabilities. Their chemistry, alongside Ivan Barbashev, is central to Vegas’ strategy, aiming to elevate the Golden Knights into top Stanley Cup contenders.
India and the Philippines have elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership, emphasizing expanded cooperation in defence, security, and maritime domains. This development includes finalizing terms for joint military exercises and India’s support for freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific. Both nations voiced concerns over China’s actions in the South China Sea, reaffirming the importance…
Travelers can now breeze through airports with DigiYatra, a paperless system using facial recognition for swift identity verification. Simply enroll on the app, upload your boarding pass in advance, and enjoy a seamless journey from entry to boarding. This technology eliminates manual checks and long queues, making air travel significantly faster and more convenient for…
Asian markets surged Wednesday, fueled by weaker US data bolstering hopes for a Federal Reserve rate cut next month. Crude prices stabilized after a dip. Investors are keenly watching for signals of cooling US growth and potential shifts in Fed leadership, which could further influence market sentiment and oil prices.
The Delhi government has filed a review application in the Supreme Court, seeking reconsideration of the 2018 ban on older diesel and petrol vehicles in Delhi-NCR. They are requesting a scientific study to evaluate the ban’s environmental benefits compared to targeted emission measures.
