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Railways Criticised For Train Speeds, Fares

A parliamentary committee is scrutinising Indian Railways for its slow train speeds, unfair 'superfast' fare practices and declining punctuality. A train passes amid dense fog on a cold winter...

Father, son among 3 killed as speeding Audi rams their bike

A tragic road accident in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh, claimed the lives of three people, including a father and son, when a speeding car struck their motorcycle as they were distributing wedding...

Budget 2026: 7 new high-speed rail corridors announced

Two dedicated freight corridors -- Eastern and Western -- are in operation covering several states and districts. IMAGE: Japan's Nozomi bullet train. Photograph: Reuters Key Points A new...

2 high-speed trains collide in Spain, 21 dead

At least 21 people were killed and several others injured after a high-speed Iryo train derailed and collided with another train in Spain's Cordoba province. IMAGE: First responders search through...

Speeding Thar kills 18-year-old IAF aspirant during morning jog

The driver fled the scene, abandoning the vehicle near Dadi Ka Phatak, police said, adding that the SUV later collided with another vehicle while fleeing. Kindly note that this image has been...

Two-wheeler Industry hits speed bump over ABS mandate

India's two-wheeler industry is seen growing 6-9% in 2026, though a proposed ABS mandate for sub-125cc models could push up prices and temper volumes. Kindly note the image have only been...

Mercedes-Benz Hits Speed Bump In 2025, Vows To Stay Course

Despite a 2.8 per cent fall in 2025 volumes, Mercedes-Benz India reported its best-ever revenue and profitability, led by top-end models, AMG growth and higher BEV mix, reports Sohini Das. IMAGE:...

Budget 2026 is cautious and also focussed on the long-term journey

In tandem with the Union Budget, the Economic Survey also provides an authoritative diagnosis of the Indian economy’s health that provides strategic insight into the government’s thinking on...

Skoda Kushaq 2026 Facelift Adds Features, Upgrades Gearbox To Face Competition

The Skoda Kushaq steps into the limelight with the latest facelift. Somnath Chatterjee checks it out. IMAGE: The new Skoda Kushaq. All photographs: Somnath Chatterjee What Skoda Kushaq facelift...

Budget 2026 Treats Healthcare As Strategic National Capability

The Budget reframes healthcare as a strategic national capability, backing biopharma innovation, workforce expansion and technology-led governance to power India's next growth phase, says Sangita...

Ranapati Shivray: Swari Agra: Review: Must Watch

Ranapati Shivray: Swari Agra is a riveting film that successfully captures one of the most celebrated event of the Maratha warrior king's life on screen, notes Ishaan Zore. Key Points Ranapati...

'Trump Is One Of The Most Dangerous Men In The World'

'Global politics are in a pretty rough shape and always have been. But the speed and extent with which we receive the insanity surrounding us makes it feel more present and immediate.' IMAGE:...

Akshay Kumar's Security Car Has An Accident

Akshay Kumar's car was not involved in the accident. Photograph: Kind courtesy Akshay Kumar/Instagram A car from Akshay Kumar's security entourage was hit by an autorickshaw after the...

'Nothing Can Replace A Guru Or Lived Experiences That Shape An Artist's Soul'

'Social media and AI are tools; they can amplify, archive, and connect, but they cannot replace emotion, discipline, or the years of riyaaz that go into becoming a musician.' IMAGE: Durga Jasraj...

Speed over spin! Santner's Kiwi masterplan for T20 World Cup

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner is relying on the diverse pace attack of Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, and others to control the power play and death overs in the upcoming T20 World Cup....

BWF speeds up play with 25-second Time Clock trial

'Players do not need to serve within 25 seconds -- just be in position and ready.' IMAGE: Umpires may penalise players for undue delay, with sanctions ranging from a warning to a yellow or red...

Olympic champion Sha'Carri Richardson arrested in Florida

Olympic champion Sha’Carri Richardson was arrested in Florida for dangerous excessive speeding after allegedly driving at 104 mph, according to local authorities. IMAGE: Sha'Carri Richardson was...

How Sindhu inspired Devika Sihag to Thailand Masters title

Devika Sihag, who won the Thailand Masters Super 300 title last week, acknowledged the role of PV Sindhu and coach Irwansyah Adi Pratama in her triumph IMAGE: Devika Sihag became only the third...

Jr World Cup gold medallist shooter Sambhaji Patil killed in car accident

IMAGE: Image used for representation purpose only. Photograph: ANI Photo Key Points Sambhaji Patil had won a gold medal in the Junior World Cup in Azerbaijan in 2016. Patil was travelling in a...

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