GST rejig a major push towards advancing India’s climate goals: Centre

New Delhi (IANS) In a significant development, the GST rationalisation is set to provide a major push towards advancing India’s climate goals by making renewable energy, waste management, biodegradable products, and green mobility more…

NPCI raises daily UPI payment limit on P2M transactions to Rs 10 lakh

Mumbai (IANS) - The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has raised the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transaction limits for person-to-merchant (P2M) payments to up to Rs 10 lakh in 24 hours for specified categories, effective from Monday. 

Smartwatches and Fitness Trackers Could Help Detect Pregnancy Abnormalities

New Delhi- Everyday wearable devices like smartwatches and fitness trackers could transform pregnancy care by helping detect abnormalities with ease, according to new research.

Scientists at Scripps Research have found early evidence that popular…

Social Media Fueling Negative Perceptions of Contraceptive Pills Among Women, Finds Study

New Delhi — A new study has revealed that social media is playing a significant role in shaping negative opinions about contraceptive pills, which is contributing to many women discontinuing the use of birth control drugs within two years of…

AIIMS Delhi Installs da Vinci Surgical Robot to Strengthen Robotic Surgery Training

New Delhi- AIIMS New Delhi has introduced the da Vinci Surgical robot from US-based Intuitive, marking the launch of the first robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) training facility in a government medical college in India.

The move follows an MoU…

Meta’s Reels Becomes India’s Leading Short-Form Video Platform

New Delhi: Five years after its launch in India, US tech giant Meta’s Reels has emerged as the country’s most popular short-form video platform, with 92 percent of users preferring it over competitors, according to a report released on…

China’s Use of AI in Propaganda Campaigns Raises Global Alarm

New Delhi: China-linked influence operations are increasingly turning to generative AI tools to refine disinformation strategies, spread covert state propaganda, smear critics, and create fake online personas — a trend that is raising serious…

Apple Unveils iPhone 17 Series: Ultra-Thin ‘Air’ Model with Pro-Level Performance

Cupertino: Apple has introduced its all-new iPhone 17 lineup, featuring next-generation technology, upgraded chipsets, and a striking design refresh. The highlight is the iPhone Air, the thinnest iPhone ever created, combining elegance with professional-grade…

Indian Scientists Harness Cholesterol to Power Future Electronic Devices

New Delhi – Cholesterol, long associated with heart disease, may now hold the key to powering next-generation electronic technologies. Scientists at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali — an autonomous body under…

GST Reforms Set to Accelerate Growth of Global Capability Centres in India: Report

New Delhi – The latest Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms are poised to strengthen the operations of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in India, not only through tax adjustments but also by enhancing competitiveness, cost efficiency, and cash…