PhonePe, at the Global Fintech Fest 2026, unveiled its strategic vision for the next decade, focusing on inclusive digital progress for individuals, households, and businesses across India. The roadmap details innovations in financial inclusion, wealth creation, credit access, and merchant solutions.
The Global Chess League's halfway stage saw significant upsets and dramatic finishes, with Triveni Continental Kings defeating table-toppers Alpine APL Pipers. Ganges Grandmasters secured a crucial win against PBG Alaskan Knights due to a last-second time violation, while CheQ Mumba Masters maintained their strong performance. These results have intensified the competition for the top two positions.
In the Global Chess League, Ganges Grandmasters ended FYER American Gambits' winning streak with a 9-7 victory, moving to second place. Defending champions Alpine APL Pipers secured their second consecutive win, defeating Ganges Grandmasters 11-6. Key players like Polina Shuvalova, Ian Nepomniachtchi, Vidit Gujrathi, and Koneru Humpy delivered crucial performances, while Magnus Carlsen showcased his endgame prowess with a draw against Nepomniachtchi. PBG Alaskan Knights also registered a comfortable win against CheQ Mumba Masters.
Fifteen-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has become the latest sensation in Indian cricket, drawing massive crowds to the Duleep Trophy final in Chennai. Following an explosive IPL 2026 season, the young left-hander showcased his talent with a quickfire innings, earning praise from experts and captivating fans who see him as the future of the sport.
Vin Diesel has affirmed his unwavering devotion to Meadow Walker, the daughter of his late Fast and Furious co-star Paul Walker.
If there's one night when playing it safe is off the table, it's the GQ Best Dressed event.
Nishchal Chand and Gatha Suryawanshi have advanced to the finals of the Indian Junior International badminton Grand Prix in Pune. Chand, a 16th seed, upset second seed Jagsher Singh Khangurra in the men's singles, while Suryawanshi defeated Thailand's Pattanun Thiannaparpornchok in the women's singles.
Independence doesn't come wrapped in one colour, one career or one definition. For some women, it looks like leading the boardroom. For others, it's booking that solo holiday, chasing a dream, owning their femininity or simply refusing to fit into a box.
IIT Guwahati researchers have developed SH²RFSSM, a model inspired by how biological neurons communicate.
'The Aravalli engine will power HAL's upcoming 13-tonne Indian Multi-Role Helicopter and its naval variant, the Deck-Based Multi-Role Helicopter.'
Sashidhar Jagdishan, the managing director and CEO of HDFC Bank, has announced his decision not to seek reappointment and will retire at the end of his current term on October 26, concluding a six-year tenure marked by significant regulatory and governance challenges, including RBI restrictions, a major merger, and scrutiny over alleged illegal payments.
The UP Scholarship, officially known as the Uttar Pradesh Scholarship and Fee Reimbursement Scheme, provides financial assistance to students from Classes 9 to 12 as well as those pursuing graduation, post-graduation, diploma and other post-matric courses.
Uruguay has announced a star-studded squad, including Real Madrid's Federico Valverde and Liverpool's Darwin Nunez, for an international friendly against India in Kolkata on October 6. The match will also mark Diego Forlan's debut as head coach for Uruguay, who will also face Panama and Brazil in other friendlies.
Aditi Shankar's style is a little bit of everything, and that's exactly what makes it so much fun to watch.
Akshaye Khanna makes a striking Telugu cinema debut as the formidable Shukracharya in the newly unveiled glimpse of Mahakali.
Indian shooters bound for the Asian Games will participate in preparatory camps in Delhi and Bhopal this month. These camps, focusing on mental conditioning and technical refinement, are crucial for the athletes to achieve peak performance at the quadrennial event in Japan, which begins on September 19. The article also lists the full shooting squad.
India has over 22,000 wild elephants. May their tribe increase.
Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra was sworn in as the Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, despite strong objections from the Punjab government. The Mann government claimed the appointment bypassed constitutional norms and procedures, leading to a political tussle with the Centre, which defended the process.
OpenAI has officially launched GPT-6 Astra, hailed as 'the world's most intelligent and aligned model,' designed to excel in computer browsing, software engineering, mathematics, and enterprise workflows, with immediate deployment for select organisations.
Rapper Badshah and Isha Rikhi have officially announced their mutual decision to divorce, bringing their five-month-old marriage to an end.
Stefanos Tsitsipas revealed he was not surprised by Nick Kyrgios's recent drug suspension, stating he 'pretty much expected' it and knew about the positive cocaine test before the official announcement.
Dev Ruparelia and Ishita Negi clinched the boys' and girls' singles titles, respectively, at the India Junior International Badminton Grand Prix in Pune. Indian pair Pavan and Punith Suresh also secured the boys' doubles crown, showcasing strong performances from young Indian shuttlers.
From a classic pair of denim shorts and a versatile jacket to a breezy dress, let's decode the best celebrity holiday wardrobes and discover the essentials that definitely deserve a place in your luggage.
Hariyali Teej is the one day your wardrobe gets full permission to go green. From delicate sage and regal emerald to zingy lime and rich olive, every shade feels festive.
Ananya Panday, Suhana Khan, Alia Bhatt, and Kareena Kapoor Khan are setting a new fashion trend by pairing traditional saris with modern, strapless blouses, offering a bold and glamorous twist to ethnic wear.
Passenger traffic Y-o-Y fell 26.8 per cent in April and 24.6 per cent in May, while capacity declined 9.6 per cent and 11.3 per cent, respectively.
Yoga may help improve digestion and reduce bloating by relaxing the body, reducing stress, and encouraging healthy movement of the digestive system, says rediffGURU Pushpa R, founder of Radiant Yoga Vibes.
Shares of Symbiotec Pharmalab Ltd, a pharma and biotech company, made a muted market debut, listing nearly 1 per cent lower on the BSE against its issue price of Rs 988, but later recovered to trade higher.
Gandhi's 1931 passport for his travel to London was issued in Bombay. It was the last time the Mahatma travelled abroad.
How well is your country's healthcare system staffed? We compare the density of essential healthcare professionals across countries, based on figures from World Population Review.
Divya Mittal, a 2013-batch IAS officer and former Deoria district magistrate, has resigned from the Indian Administrative Service after 13 years. An alumna of IIT Delhi and IIM Bangalore, Mittal cited no specific reason but reflected on her journey from working in London to serving India, highlighting her impactful tenures in Mirzapur and Deoria.
Students are learning to combine technology with agriculture, healthcare, biotechnology, architecture and fashion, explains Mandeep Singh, assistant professor and deputy dean, Lovely Professional University.
Shares of HDFC Bank rose nearly 3 per cent after its Managing Director and Chief Executive Sashidhar Jagdishan decided not to seek reappointment after his current term concludes on October 26.
Examine the complete title chain to establish how the present owner acquired the property.
'Dolly Parton managed to give the world the ultimate mystery and fantasy in some corners of her life, but to give full transparency in the ways that counted. Somehow she was true grace and true grit, all in one dazzling person.'
Teenage golfer Vishesh Sharma and veteran Amardeep Malik are tied for the lead at 14-under 126 after the second round of the PGTI Telangana Golconda Masters. Sharma, who matched a course record in round one, maintained his strong performance, while Malik climbed to the top with a solid five-under 65.
Gen Z has embraced the sunflower as a symbol of hope, comfort and joy. Unsurprisingly, that sunny optimism has found its way into fashion too. From buttery yellows and botanical prints to outfits paired with the bloom itself, these celebrity looks capture the carefree spirit of sunflower dressing in full bloom.
Some fabrics never go out of style and satin silk is firmly at the top of that list.
The Raman Kant Munjal Scholarship for 2026-27, initiated by the Raman Kant Munjal Foundation and supported by Hero FinCorp, is designed to help students in finance-related fields achieve their career aspirations.
Krunal Pandya kept his India comeback hopes alive after missing the Afghanistan T20I squad, following a strong IPL season where he impressed with bat and ball.
