July 8: A compelling story is only as powerful as the characters that bring it to life, and Gudhal finds its greatest strength in three accomplished performers – Mona Ambegaonkar, Sudha Chandran and Sunita Rajwar . Known for their ability to leave a lasting impact through performance rather than spectacle, the trio forms the...

Koraput, July 8 (UDN): The decades-old border dispute between Odisha and Andhra Pradesh has resurfaced after a team of Andhra Pradesh government officials reportedly carried out census-related verification in several villages under the disputed Kotia Gram Panchayat in Koraput district.  Representational Image According to local sources, the Andhra Pradesh...

New Delhi, July 8: As India’s urban population continues to grow and climate-related challenges intensify, Smiling Tree has urged educational institutions to treat green campuses as long-term investments that generate environmental, economic, and social returns. The organisation believes schools, colleges, and universities can play a pivotal role in building climate-resilient communities while reducing their...

July 8: In a move aimed at providing greater financial relief to the fishing community, the Gujarat Cabinet has approved a key amendment to the state’s diesel Value Added Tax (VAT) relief scheme by removing the boat length criterion, allowing more fishermen to benefit from the subsidy. The revised...

New Delhi, July 8: The Centre has intensified its preparedness measures to address the potential impact of El Niño while expressing confidence over the progress of the ongoing kharif season, aided by improved monsoon conditions across several parts of the country. According to official data, kharif sowing has reached...

Lucknow, July 8: Researchers from Indian Institute of Management Lucknow and Fortis Hospital, Delhi, have conducted a study examining how cultural sensitivity, communication, and expectation management influence the experiences of international patients seeking medical treatment in India. India has become one of the world’s leading medical tourism destinations due to its world-class healthcare infrastructure, globally recognised hospitals, experienced medical professionals,...

Lucknow, July 8: The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a new cashless healthcare scheme aimed at providing easier and more accessible medical treatment facilities to teachers and employees working in the education sector. Under the initiative, eligible teachers and education department staff will be able to avail cashless medical...

New Delhi, July 8: India’s credit card industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, with the number of credit cards issued nearly tripling as consumers increasingly shift towards digital and cashless payment options. The surge reflects a major change in consumer behaviour, with credit cards becoming...

Mandi, July 8: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi) have developed an operational landslide early warning system to improve disaster preparedness in the Indian Himalayan region. The newly developed system will help monitor landslide risks and provide timely alerts, allowing authorities and communities to take...

Mumbai: Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp decline as the Sensex fell over 1,600 points after renewed geopolitical concerns emerged following US President Donald Trump’s statement that the Iran ceasefire had ended. The sudden escalation in tensions triggered selling pressure across global markets, with investors turning cautious amid concerns...