Royal Enfield’s popular 650cc café racer receives a subtle 2026 update, with revised styling, LED indicators and USB-C charging now part of the package Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 has received a set of focused updates for 2026, aimed at refreshing its popular café-racer formula. Rather than bringing a major mechanical overhaul, the latest version … Read more
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 will be celebrated on Monday, September 14, marking the beginning of one of India’s most vibrant and widely observed Hindu festivals. Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity associated with wisdom, prosperity, good fortune and the removal of obstacles, the festival brings together religious devotion, community celebrations, music, art and cultural traditions. … Read more
Krishna Janmashtami 2026 will be observed on September 4, with devotees across India and around the world preparing to celebrate the appearance of Lord Krishna through fasting, devotional singing, temple rituals, bhajans, night-long sankirtans and special spiritual programmes. The festival, also known as Janmashtami, Gokulashtami and Krishna Jayanti in different traditions, commemorates the appearance of … Read more
Indian food is often described as one cuisine, but the reality is far more diverse. From wheat-based rotis and parathas in many northern and central households to rice, dosa and idli across the south, India’s everyday food habits vary significantly by region, culture, climate and local ingredients. Yet, despite this enormous diversity, certain dishes have … Read more
Scrolling through social media can sometimes leave people with the uncomfortable feeling that everyone else is living a better, happier and more successful life. One person appears to have landed a dream job, another is travelling to an exotic destination, someone else is celebrating a relationship milestone, while others seem to have their health, appearance, … Read more
Borrowers with loans linked to the Marginal Cost of Funds-Based Lending Rate (MCLR) may see their borrowing costs rise after Bank of Baroda and Canara Bank revised their MCLR rates on select tenures, effective from August 12, 2026. The move comes shortly after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) decided to keep the repo rate … Read more
Strawberries can turn a simple dessert into something colourful, refreshing and naturally sweet. Instead of relying heavily on refined sugar, cream or highly processed ingredients, strawberries can be paired with foods such as plain Greek yogurt, rolled oats, chia seeds and nuts to create a dessert that is both satisfying and nutrient-rich. Strawberries provide vitamin … Read more
The North-East District of the Delhi Police conducted a comprehensive mock drill on Thursday, August 13, 2026, to strengthen the operational preparedness of police personnel for handling agitations, demonstrations, large gatherings and potential riot-like situations. The exercise, conducted under the supervision of Rahool Alwal, IPS, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), North-East District, focused on improving … Read more
Assam is set to establish a proposed Assam State Higher Education Council as part of the state government’s efforts to build a more organised, transparent and structured higher education system. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the move on Friday, highlighting the proposed council’s role in strengthening institutional governance, improving planning and coordination, and creating … Read more
Union Health Minister JP Nadda was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, after experiencing uneasiness on Thursday evening, August 13, 2026. According to the hospital, JP Nadda underwent medical evaluation, including a coronary angiography, and is currently stable and under observation in the cardiology department. The development came to … Read more