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Yamaha launches EC‑06 electric scooter in India at ₹1.68 lakh. Premium design, 169 km range, and smart features target urban commuters in select states Yamaha Motor India recently launched its first electric scooter, the EC-06, priced at ₹1.68 lakh (ex-showroom). Yamaha’s debut into India’s expanding electric two-wheeler market begins with…
India secures major trade win as US cuts tariffs sharply after deal, easing pressure on exporters and manufacturing sectors New Delhi: In a major boost to India–US trade relations, the United States has sharply reduced tariffs on Indian goods, cutting the effective duty from 50% to around 18%. The reduction…
Gold and silver price today sees sharp correction across India as bullion markets react to profit booking and global pressure, impacting investors nationwide New Delhi: On Monday, February 2, 2026, gold and silver prices dropped throughout India as both metals continued to decrease after reaching all-time highs in late January.…
Indian apps track and share your data, turning your personal information into profit behind the scenes New Delhi: The moment a user clicks “Allow” while installing a mobile app, personal data begins a journey far beyond the phone screen. What feels like a routine step often unlocks a complex system…
Government doubles down on infrastructure, critical minerals and MSME growth; Finance Minister Sitharaman outlines major economic roadmap New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026–27 in the Lok Sabha on Sunday, marking her ninth consecutive Budget. In this year’s speech, she placed clear focus on infrastructure expansion,…
Trump says India plans to source crude from Venezuela, not Iran, highlighting potential changes in global energy trade and diplomacy New Delhi: In an interview Trump said that India plans to source its oil from Venezuela rather than Iran. He explained that discussions for the deal are already underway and…
Baloch Liberation Army claims heavy losses in Operation Herof Phase II; Pakistan rejects the figures, says security forces killed militants and repelled attacks New Delhi: The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for a large-scale, coordinated offensive across Pakistan’s southwestern province of Balochistan, alleging that more than 80 Pakistani…
Rising tensions between Israel and Gaza put peace efforts at risk after strikes claim lives, including women and children New Delhi: On January 31, 2026, Israeli airstrikes throughout the region of Gaza killed at least 30 Palestinians, including women and children. The attacks became one of the deadliest incidents since…
The world’s coldest ice cafes welcome visitors with hot drinks, frozen furniture, and magical winter decorations Have you ever wondered what it feels like to sip a latte in a room made entirely of ice? To sit on a frozen bench that forms part of the décor? To watch your…
From ₹1 delivery to ₹100 fees, quick-commerce apps face backlash over rising costs, dark store economics, and growing questions around pricing transparency New Delhi: Quick-commerce applications that promised rapid delivery at a low cost are now driving Indian consumers to reconsider their choices. What started as ₹1 delivery and heavy…
