Speaking to reporters at Vidhan Bhavan, Maurya alleged that madrassa students do not express patriotic slogans and linked their education to extremism. “Anyone who receives a madrassa education does not chant ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ nor sing ‘Vande Mataram’, and develops a terrorist-like mindset,” he was quoted as saying by news agency PTI. The remarks…

Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) is the fee merchants pay to banks and payment service providers for processing digital transactions. In India, credit card payments generally attract an MDR of around 1.5%.

Over 25,000 kg of hazardous chemical-laced spices were seized during raids. Three people were arrested after inspections uncovered alarming non-compliance with food safety laws. Dangerous practices involved synthetic chemicals, cloth dyes, and shining powder in spices. Strict legal proceedings are initiated against violating business owners under the Food Safety Act. Enforcement drives will continue to…

Rahul Gandhi alleged increasing RSS involvement in Sainik Schools during a committee meeting. He referred to a media report while making his claim to the panel. The committee chair asked Rahul Gandhi to provide supporting documents for his allegations. Other BJP members also questioned the basis of his statements. Gandhi has previously accused the RSS…

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang shared how his Asian parents’ constant feedback shaped him. He explained their criticism was a unique way of showing love and care. This upbringing taught him to embrace criticism and remain humble throughout his career. Huang now applies these lessons to his leadership style at Nvidia. His story highlights the importance…

India’s 39-medal Commonwealth Games campaign highlighted the impact of the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), which funds elite athletes through customised training, competition exposure and sports science support. This TimesofIndia.com explainer details how athletes are selected, funded and reviewed, while outlining the government’s enhanced investment in high-performance sport as India builds towards the 2036 Games…

Jannat Zubair has recently commented on the swirling rumors about her possible romance with Elvish Yadav. While she appreciates the affection shown through fan edits and tribute pages, she emphasizes the need to maintain a clear boundary between professional interactions and personal life. As Yadav gears up for his Bollywood debut, Zubair wishes for their…

Punjab’s Assembly passed a resolution opposing the Centre’s E20 fuel policy. Concerns were raised about potential vehicle damage from the higher ethanol blend. The state questioned the accelerated rollout and alleged external pressure influenced the decision. The Aam Aadmi Party is campaigning nationwide against the policy. They demand consumer choice and lower prices for the…

Musafir Cafe breakout star Vedika Pinto tells mid-day how her Nishaanchi director Anurag Kashyap encouraged her to take on the Netflix series, why the show has given her something Nishaanchi couldn’t, and what it was like working with National Award winner Vikrant Massey.

India stated it will protect national interests after Pakistan deployed Chinese artillery guns. Pakistan has reportedly deployed around 250 Chinese-made SH-15 artillery systems. India criticized Pakistan’s recent elections in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir as a farce. The spokesperson noted civilian deaths during a crackdown in the region. Both nations continue to modernize their respective artillery…