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Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu has emphasized the need for a shift from urban to rural living, encouraging people to rebuild their lives with a renewed sense of purpose. Highlighting the potential of rural areas, he believes this transition can lead to more sustainable development.
The Union Cabinet has approved a draft amendment to implement the Women's Reservation Act by the 2029 Lok Sabha elections. The proposal aims to increase seats to 816, with 273 reserved for women, marking a major step toward greater political representation and gender equality in India.
Cyrus Poonawalla buys Raja Ravi Varma's Yashoda and Krishna for ₹167.2 crore, setting a new record for the most expensive Indian painting ever sold at auction
Census 2027 employs a comprehensive digital system that allows citizens to submit their information online through a dedicated portal, streamlining data collection and reducing errors
Oracle lays off thousands of employees in India, the senior leadership at Oracle begins reporting on all employees via email on March 31, the job cuts represent roughly 18% of its total workforce, as part of a massive strategic pivot toward AI and data centre infrastructure.
In the beginning of April, Gold prices surged sharply after a brief dip the previous day, surprising buyers. Both gold and silver rates have increased significantly, reflecting ongoing market fluctuations and keeping investors on edge.
From April 1, the government will effectively block the Chinese brand cameras. Officials found that many cameras had "backdoors" or hidden paths in their software that could allow hackers or foreign agencies to view live video. India wants to ensure its data stays within its borders.
At least seven people lost their lives, and five others were injured after a sudden avalanche struck vehicles at Zojila Pass in Jammu and Kashmir. Rescue teams continue search operations as authorities close the Srinagar-Kargil highway amid ongoing risks.
As per a March 27 notification, the Centre has reduced the special excise duty on petrol from ₹13 per litre to ₹3 per litre. In a major relief move, the ₹10 per litre excise duty on diesel has been completely removed.
In a statement released on March 25, the ministry reassured consumers that LPG stocks across the country remain sufficient and urged people not to panic or rush to book refills unnecessarily
IRCTC has announced a set of significant rule changes that will take effect on April 1, 2026. Within 8 hours of departure: No refund (0%) for confirmed tickets, 24 to 8 hours before departure: 50% deduction of fare, 72 to 24 hours before departure: 25% deduction.
On March 24, 24-karat gold was priced at ₹14,035 per gram, down by ₹294. 22 karat gold stands at ₹12,865 per gram, down by ₹270, while 18 karat gold is priced at ₹10,526 per gram, registering a drop of ₹221.
The hike in petrol prices, there has been no change in the prices of regular petrol and diesel across major cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai, as of March 21. This comes as a relief to consumers, especially at a time when global crude oil markets are witnessing volatility.
Adani Ports-operated Mundra Port received the crude oil tanker Jag Laadki, which carried approximately 80,886 metric tonnes (MT) of crude oil. The shipment was sourced from the UAE and loaded at Fujairah port, arriving in Gujarat on Wednesday, March 18
NHAI has increased the FASTag annual pass fee from ₹3,000 to ₹3,075 for FY 2026-27, effective April 1. The pass allows non-commercial vehicles up to 200 toll crossings or one year validity
