Child labour remains strongly correlated with poverty, with 33.7 per cent of the poorest households reporting at least one child in labour. Furthermore, 20.1 per cent of working children reported symptoms of depression, nearly double the rate of children not involved in labour, noted the survey.
UAE residents applying for a Chinese visa must complete an online application and upload all required documents first. After preliminary approval and receiving a Visa Application Certificate via email, applicants visit the visa centre in Dubai or Abu Dhabi for in-person submission and payment. This streamlined process replaces the old paper-based system, making applications faster,…
Reliance Industries has launched Reliance Intelligence, a new subsidiary focused on Artificial Intelligence. The company will build gigawatt-scale, AI-ready data centers powered by green energy, starting in Jamnagar. Reliance Intelligence aims to deliver AI services for consumers, businesses, and key sectors, fostering innovation and solutions for India and the world through strategic partnerships and talent…
Producer Adiseshagiri Rao, uncle to Mahesh Babu, took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as he spoke of his cherished camaraderie with iconic actor Dharmendra. Rao fondly recalled their ambitious project: a remake of ‘Devudu Chesina Manushulu’ titled ‘Takkar’, initially set to star Dharmendra.
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd celebrated a significant festive season, delivering over 1 lakh vehicles between Navratri and Diwali, a 33% year-on-year increase. SUVs, particularly the Nexon and Punch, led the surge, while electric vehicles also saw strong demand, crossing 10,000 units. This performance highlights robust market sentiment and Tata Motors’ strategic focus on product…
Apple has released the fifth developer beta of iOS 26, build 23A5308g, refining animations and app interfaces in preparation for its official launch next month. This update focuses on polishing the Liquid Glass design, introducing a bouncy Lock Screen animation and splash screens for built-in apps.
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, currently on the ISS as part of the Axiom-4 mission, spoke with Isro chairman V Narayanan on July 6, 2025, about his health, mission progress, and scientific work. Shukla’s observations and inputs are expected to significantly contribute to the Gaganyaan mission. Isro continues to provide mission support, with regular interactions with…
Brazil has warned of retaliation after the US imposed a 50% tariff on its copper imports, a move linked to Trump’s support for Bolsonaro. President Lula da Silva criticized the tariff and the US embassy’s defense of Bolsonaro, calling it interference. Trump cited national security for the tariff, while Brazil summoned the US ambassador to…
A strong contender is wavelet theory, a mathematical framework that powers image and video compression across the digital universe.
Andhra Pradesh is set to become a global footwear hub. South Korean firm Hwaseung will invest Rs 898 crore in Kuppam. This new facility will create over 17,000 jobs. The state government is providing significant incentives. This project marks a major boost for manufacturing and employment in the region.
