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IISc-Bengaluru India's only institution among top-100 in THE Reputation Rankings
Regaining its lost position after a lull of seven years, the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, has made it to the top-100 in the Times Higher Education (THE) World Reputation Rankings 2018.
#WorldNoTobaccoDay: The (non-health) benefits of non-smoking
"Smoking is bad" is universal knowledge. Cigarettes have nicotine, and the brain has 'nicotinic' receptors, which is why it is so easy to get addicted to cigarettes.
Upset with UK's visa-policies, Modi refuses to sign illegal-immigration MoU
An MoU to facilitate return of illegal Indian immigrants from Britain was left unsigned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi since the European country didn't ease visa policies.
'Ab India Bolega': Patanjali launches 'Kimbho' to compete with WhatsApp
After tying up with BSNL to launch Swadeshi Samriddhi SIM cards (meant for employees only), Yoga Guru Ramdev's Patanjali on Wednesday announced an app called 'Kimbho' to compete with WhatsApp.
The most common types of US visas for Indians
The US is one of the world's most visited countries and anyone wishing to enter it must first obtain a visa.
Discus thrower Vikas Gowda bids adieu
Indian athlete Vikas Gowda announced his retirement on Wednesday, just three months ahead on the 2018 Asian Games.
Air India up for sale, but nobody interested in buying
In an embarrassing turn of events, the state-owned Air India airline has not received any buyer for government's 76% stake, a day before the bidding closes on Thursday.
Tuticorin: Once again, our saviors, the police, failed us
Last week, Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu, saw one of India's deadliest protests. At least 14 died in police firing as they took out demonstrations against Vedanta's city-based Sterlite copper plant.
PM Modi announces 30-day free visa for Indonesian citizens
PM Narendra Modi today announced a 30-day free visa for Indonesian citizens and invited the Indian diaspora to travel to India to experience the "New India".
Business Roundup: Here are today's top 5 business news
Today the business space remained rocked up with a lot of happenings.
Marks-based evaluation failing Indian education system; lacks innovative thinking: Experts
Top-scoring students may be basking in glory in this exam results season but noted personalities say the marks-based evaluation is failing India's education system.
Modi government plans to track social media to promote 'nationalism'
In a bid to boost 'nationalism,' the Narendra Modi-led Center is hiring a team to analyze social media and neutralize "media blitzkriegs by India's adversaries."
Jio to now offer first-of-its-kind interactive entertainment: Here's how
Reliance Jio has partnered with Israel-based startup Screenz to create a platform called "Jio Screenz" that will allow real-time, two-way conversations between broadcasters and audiences.
Aircel-Maxis case: Chidambaram moves Delhi court, seeking protection from arrest
Former Finance Minister of India, P Chidambaram, today moved a Delhi court seeking protection from arrest in the Aircel-Maxis money laundering case.
India lost highest number of UN peacekeepers in 70 years
In the last 70 years, India lost the highest number of its peacekeepers in various United Nations peacekeeping operations with many military, police, and civilian personnel from the country laying down their lives in the line of duty.
You may get WhatsApp payment feature next week
Earlier in February, WhatsApp did an initial roll-out of its payment feature in India which allows users to send and receive money through the chat app.
#FinancialBytes: How to register a company in India?
A corporation must be registered under Section 2(20) of The Companies Act, 2013 to function legally as a company in India.
Hotstar creates world record during IPL 2018 Final
Indian digital and mobile entertainment platform Hotstar set a global live-streaming record during Indian Premier League (IPL) Season 11's final match which was broadcast on May 27, 2018.
Porsche's Cayenne Turbo SUV to launch in India in June
Porsche India has announced that the bookings for its third-generation Cayenne Turbo, which will launch in June, are open in the country.
Mercedes-Benz crosses important production milestone, rolls out 100,000th locally-assembled car
In a major milestone, Mercedes-Benz has produced its 1,00,000th car in India.
Yuvraj Singh gets 'Most Inspiring Icon for Social Welfare' award
After a disappointing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2018, Yuvraj Singh finally has something to cheer about.
Vivo X21 with under-display fingerprint sensor launched for Rs. 35,990
The Vivo X21 smartphone has been launched in India at Rs. 35,990.
Planning to get Patanjali's 'swadeshi' SIM-cards? Don't bother, it's fake-news
Yesterday, reputed media houses announced Patanjali's newest product- 'swadeshi' SIM cards- marking Baba Ramdev's foray into the telecom sector.
After 2018 IPL, what next for Indian cricket team?
With the 2018 Indian Premier League coming to its conclusion, national team players will now be gearing up for a busy season ahead.
Check out the unbelievable fitness video of Kajol's son Yug
Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore's fitness challenge, #HumFitTohIndiaFit, has gotten its youngest entry - Ajay Devgn and Kajol's 7-year-old son Yug.
Bank-services to be hit as 10L employees launch 48-hour strike
Banking services are likely to be affected on May 30-31 after as over 10L employees of state-run banks go on a 48-hour strike.
Center to finalize 'vision 2035' document, address aviation sector issues
The Center is concluding a strategic vision document for the fast-growing aviation sector in the country to address issues such as infrastructure constraints at airports, boosting air connectivity to smaller towns, and developing the local human resource.
OnePlus 6 Marvel Avengers Limited Edition goes on sale today
Weeks after the regular OnePlus 6 variants went on sale in India, the OnePlus 6 Marvel Avengers Limited Edition is set to go on sale tomorrow starting 12 pm via Amazon and OnePlus India online store (offline sales start from June 3).
Patanjali enters telecom sector with Swadeshi Samriddhi SIM card
Foraying into the telecom sector, Patanjali has announced the launch of Swadeshi Samriddhi SIM card in India.
Unmarried couple denied entry in Mumbai hotel: RIP progressive mindset
Though there is no law against unmarried couples sharing a hotel room in India, a recent incident speaks an opposite tale.
India to make a strong bid for NSG membership
India will make another strong bid to enter the elite Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) - a club of 48 countries that deal with nuclear technology and fissile material.
Audi announces upto Rs. 10 lakh discount on these cars
In a bid to boost sales, Audi India has announced its "You Blink, You Lose" offer which will be valid until the end of June 2018.
Consumer data company MobileWalla secures $12.5mn in Series B funding
US-based next-gen consumer data company MobileWalla has raised $12.5mn in its Series B funding round led by New York-based GCP Capital, with participation for existing investor Madrona Venture Group, and a new investor, ATW Partners.
Twitter launches a special emoji for Rajinikanth's upcoming film 'Kaala'
Twitter today launched first ever "emoji" for superstar Rajinikanth's upcoming film "Kaala", which is produced by his son-in-law Dhanush's production banner Wunderbar Films.
Twitterati's reactions after candidate brings duplicate 'Virat Kohli' for campaign
In the wondrous land of India, life is often hard and unpredictable. So, all that is left is to seek humor relief.
Vivo X21 to launch on May 29; pre-bookings on Flipkart
Just days ahead of becoming official in India, the Vivo X21, with an in-display fingerprint scanner is now available for pre-bookings.
Bengaluru-based start-up to build India's first electric superbike
Mankame Automotive, a Bengaluru-based tech start-up, comprising a team of Indian engineers, has started a crowdfunding program to develop India's first electric superbike, the Mankame EP-1.
SchoolGuru: The mobile app offering certified higher education courses
While India has tried its hand at distance education models like massive open online courses (MOOCs), they haven't really worked out well enough.
#BusinessBytes: All about the top 7 debit cards in India
Debit cards are payment cards linked to one's savings account. Customers can conveniently withdraw money at ATMs, deposit cash, shop offline/online, etc.
IIT-Kanpur signs Rs. 15cr MoU to develop VTOL aircraft prototypes
The Indian Institute of Technology-Kanpur has signed a Rs. 15 crore-Memorandum of Understanding to develop prototypes for self-piloted vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft.