Air India cuts fuel surcharge on its North America, UK, EU & Australia by upto 39%
Air India has significantly reduced its fuel surcharge on long-haul flights to North America, the UK, Europe, and Australia, with reductions of up to $80 on some routes. This adjustment follows a dip in crude oil prices. Meanwhile, its low-cost arm, Air India Express, has fully restored connectivity across its West Asia network, resuming services to Oman and Kuwait.
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USCIS finalises rule on foreign national registration requirement with a clarification
USCIS has finalized a new online registration and biometrics rule for certain foreign nationals in the US. This policy, effective since April 2025, targets those lacking standard immigration records. Individuals entering without inspection, certain visa-exempt Canadians, and 14-year-olds in the US must register. The agency assures no new groups are affected, emphasizing procedural updates and traveler-friendly changes to an existing system.
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5 killed, 16 injured after massive blast rocks Syrian capital Damascus
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Woman stripped, paraded with shoe garland by live-in partner’s family in Ujjain
A 30-year-old woman faced brutal public humiliation in Ujjain's Jharda area after resuming a live-in relationship with a man recently released from jail. Her clothes were torn, face blackened, hair cut, and she was paraded with a shoe garland by her partner's father, relatives, and villagers. Police have registered a case against 11 accused and arrested three, citing anger over her return after a prior rape case.
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Richa Chadha defends Dia Mirza amid trolling over son schooling coconut water seller: 'If you can bully a 5 year old...'
Richa Chadha has defended Dia Mirza against online criticism regarding a podcast clip where her son objected to plastic packaging for coconut water. Chadha highlighted the public's tendency to attack figures speaking on social issues, questioning why actors are expected to remain silent. She also refuted claims of hypocrisy regarding Mirza's environmental advocacy and car ownership, emphasizing Mirza's extensive work in climate initiatives.
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Mobile phone unlock code can now authorise Visa card payments
India is embracing a new era of online payments with Visa Pass Key, now live with IDFC First Bank. This innovative system replaces traditional OTPs with familiar device unlocks like fingerprints and facial recognition. Users can now enjoy smoother, more secure checkouts across popular platforms like Myntra and Paytm, aligning with RBI's vision for advanced authentication and paving the way for future commerce.
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Hyundai Creta EV prices now start at Rs 10.99 lakh: Details on BaaS scheme
Features wise, the Creta EV gets dual 10.25-inch screens - one for the infotainment and one for the instrument cluster and it will also get a new steering wheel as seen on Kona sold overseas. Other features include a panoramic sunroof, ventilated and powered seats, automatic climate control, vehicle-to-load (V2L) technology, 360-degree camera, digital key and ADAS suite.
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'When legal route fails, they intimidate': BJP links Priyanka Gandhi, Robert Vadra to alleged Uttarakhand land-grab bid
The BJP has accused Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and her husband Robert Vadra of involvement in an alleged land grab attempt in Uttarakhand. Party spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari claimed Robert Vadra's sister-in-law, Saira Vadra, is trying to acquire a four-acre property. He alleged a Congress MLA and supporters intimidated the 90-year-old occupant, Nasreen Khan, to vacate the land, calling it the "Gandhi-Vadra model of land-grabbing."
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Nagori landslip: Tenants left in limbo as relief norms favour homeowners
Rs 5 lakh ex gratia announced for deaths; survivors who lost belongings await clarity beyond short-term rent aid
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WOW: Coimbatore corporation school collects 3.5 tonne of dry waste through incentive-based drive
Under this initiative, students are encouraged to collect and bring recyclable waste from their homes and neighbourhood to the school.
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40 donation boxes, Rs 75 lakh a day, 44 tellers: Inside Ayodhya Ram Temple donation system under probe
A massive cash-handling operation at the Ram Temple, processing up to Rs 75 lakh daily, is under intense scrutiny following allegations of large-scale donation diversion. A police probe and an SIT report have flagged procedural lapses, including ignored norms on pocket-less clothing, CCTV blind spots, and weak frisking. Investigators are examining how these weaknesses may have been exploited, leading to the arrest of eight individuals.
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Indian student denied entry to the US because of a WhatsApp group? A viral post asks international students to be alert
Indian student denied entry to the US because of a WhatsApp group? A viral post asks international students to be alert
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TikToker turns 9-year-old water seller's dream into reality with World Cup gift
TikToker Zachery Dereniowski surprised 9-year-old Los Angeles street vendor Ethan by buying out his entire drink and hot dog inventory, handing him $1,000 in cash, and gifting him and his father two tickets to a June 28, 2026 World Cup match between South Africa and Canada at SoFi Stadium. The viral video sparked widespread online reaction, with many praising the gesture and others debating the circumstances that led a 9-year-old to be selling goods on the street in the first place.
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NHL star Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl & his wife Celeste react after Darnell Nurse exits Edmonton Oilers in blockbuster trade
The Edmonton Oilers’ trade of Darnell Nurse to the San Jose Sharks has created some consternation within the organization. Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and Celeste Desjardins all provided farewell messages that touched on Nurse's long tenure in Edmonton and the strong bonds he formed with teammates and their families during his time with the club.
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Zohran Mamdani asks residents to 'set AC to 78 degrees'; MAGA says, 'This is socialism'
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