Airbnb played a major role in boosting India’s economy in 2024, contributing ₹113 billion and supporting over 1.1 lakh (111,000) jobs, according to a new report by Oxford Economics. The report highlights how Airbnb has helped grow India’s tourism industry — not just through travel and accommodation, but by supporting related sectors like transport, food,…
A major legal battle is underway between US-based trading company Jane Street Group and India’s stock market regulator, SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India). A special three-member panel from the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) began hearing the case on Tuesday. Jane Street is challenging SEBI’s July interim order, which accused the firm of manipulating India’s equity derivatives market to make unfair profits….
Google has launched a new AI-powered Search feature in Hindi for users all over the world. This update, powered by Gemini 2.5, makes it easier to ask detailed or complex questions and get more useful and personalized answers — all in Hindi. The feature is now available globally after a successful launch in English in…
Punjab is facing one of its worst floods in recent memory—homes are underwater, crops are ruined, animals have died, and thousands of families have been forced to leave everything behind. But in the middle of this disaster, the spirit of Punjabi unity and selfless service is shining bright. Following the Sikh tradition of ‘sewa’ (selfless…
Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai, known for classics like Karz, Taal, and Ram Lakhan, recently hosted an informal get-together at his Mumbai home to discuss how Hindi cinema is evolving. On Instagram, Ghai shared a photo from the evening, featuring director Mohit Suri, actor Shaad Randhawa, dialogue writer Rohan Shankar, and film trade analyst Komal Nahta….
Legendary singer Asha Bhosle turned 92 on Monday, and fans and celebrities across India celebrated her incredible life and career. Actress Kajol marked the special day with a sweet throwback photo from 2014, featuring Asha Bhosle and actor Saif Ali Khan. The picture was taken during the opening ceremony of HN Reliance Hospital. Posting the…
A new drug being tested in China could offer hope to patients with a tough-to-treat type of lung cancer called small-cell lung cancer (SCLC), especially for those whose cancer has returned after earlier treatment. SCLC is a fast-growing form of lung cancer with very few treatment options. It affects around 1 in 10 men and…
A 56-year-old woman from Malappuram, Kerala, has died from a rare and deadly brain infection caused by a “brain-eating” amoeba. Health officials confirmed her death on Monday, making her the fifth person to die from the infection in just one month. The woman, M Shobhana from Wandoor, was admitted to Kozhikode Medical College Hospital last…
The Hong Kong Open Super 500 badminton tournament starts on Tuesday, and India’s best players are ready to make a strong impact. Leading the team are Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, ranked No. 3 in the world. After winning a bronze medal at the World Championships in Paris, they’re looking to keep their great form…
Suva, Sept 8 – Women’s cricket in the East-Asia Pacific region is set for a major milestone as Fiji hosts the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 EAP Qualifier, starting Tuesday at Albert Park. Eight countries will compete in the region’s largest women’s cricket tournament to date, all fighting for one spot at the Global Qualifier in Nepal in January 2026. The participating…
