CHENNAI: The Indian passenger vehicle (PV) industry delivered a resilient performance in May 2026, with four of the six leading automakers-which together account for nearly 94% of India’s PV volumes-posting double-digit year-on-year growth despite recent vehicle price increases driven by rising raw material costs linked to the West Asia crisis, and a fuel price hike…
Private sector banks led a broad-based deterioration in data reporting quality in the March 2026 quarter, as the latest round of the Supervisory Data Quality Index (sDQI) showed a marked decline in their scores compared with the previous quarter.The sDQI, a quarterly metric compiled by the Reserve Bank of India, tracks the quality of regulatory…
A local court has framed charges against former Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) scientist Pradeep Kurulkar in an alleged espionage case, paving the way for the commencement of trial from next month.The court on Thursday framed charges against Kurulkar under Sections 3 and 5 of the Official Secrets Act (OSA), which deal with penalties…
Art is timeless; it has been a part of centuries of generations, even when it was not properly consecrated as a form. People painted their homes in beautiful colours, designs, and details to enhance and decorate their abode. Ever since then, it has flown down as the heartbeat of the daily lives of the people…
Greek proverb of the day (AI-generated image) Greek proverbs have been well-known throughout time because of their deep wisdom and simplicity. These proverbs use various natural imagery to convey important truths in a simple manner, and they are passed on from generation to generation within the Greek culture. This culture has an extensive background in…
Conflict in the Middle East flared up once again as Iran launched missiles at Israel, marking the first such escalation since a fragile ceasefire took effect on April 8. Several bright streaks of light were seen across the night sky as missiles hit the ground. Sirens blared across several parts of Israel, sending millions of…
NEW DELHI: Buzz is growing that assembly polls in Punjab may be brought forward to Nov 2026 from Feb 2027, as scheduled. Keeping this in mind, Congress is learnt to have started its preparations, while the ruling AAP has already kickstarted its campaign.Congress sources said the Punjab unit has held discussions on Nov polls, while…
Michelangelo believed beauty arises from removing the unnecessary, a concept he embodied in his sculptures. This idea of “purgation of superfluities” remains relevant today, contrasting with our modern “more” culture. Applying this principle to our lives can lead to greater clarity and focus. Michelangelo’s works are quite attractive without having much clutter or incorporating too…
For travellers across the globe, airports are not just places to catch flights. Airports are also places where people need to reach much before time. It’s where they sit, relax and enjoy views and do shopping. Some airports also have their own entertainment hubs. In 2026, some of the world’s most spectacular terminals have become…
NEW DELHI: As health-conscious consumers increasingly look for products marketed as “healthy”, “organic” and “zero maida”, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has turned the spotlight on food branding, issuing notices to several food business operators over claims and trade names that it says could mislead consumers.The notices — covering more than a…
