UPI transactions reached an all-time high of Rs 27.28 lakh crore in October, with 20.7 billion transactions, driven by festive shopping. This surge highlights India's robust digital infrastructure and its growing dominance in global real-time payments, now powering 85% of domestic digital transactions.
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The Congress has hit back at the BJP's complaint against Rahul Gandhi's "dance" remark targeting PM Modi. Congress leader Pawan Khera accused the BJP of being "issueless" and lacking a vision for the Bihar elections. He questioned the BJP's right to object to "dance" when their prime minister has used words like 'mujhra'.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced that Mustafabad village in Lakhimpur Kheri will be renamed Kabir Dham after learning no Muslim families reside there. He stated the renaming aims to restore the village's heritage, contrasting it with past name changes he deemed religiously motivated. The proposal for the renaming is being expedited.
Indian junior hockey players defied political tensions by sharing high-fives with their Pakistani counterparts after a draw, showcasing true sportsmanship. This gesture contrasted with the cricket team's stance, highlighting a different approach to rivalry. Both players are now set to compete in the Hockey India League, aiming to further develop their skills.
The widely cited 1 doctor per 1,000 population ratio is a myth, the WHO has clarified. This figure, often used by governments to justify expanding medical colleges, lacks WHO backing. Experts emphasize that health workforce planning must consider unique national needs, not a universal benchmark. The actual WHO threshold for essential health services is higher and more nuanced.
Tragedy struck in Rajasthan's Phalodi on Sunday as a tourist bus returning from Bikaner collided with a parked trailer, claiming the lives of fifteen pilgrims. Two individuals sustained serious injuries and are receiving urgent medical attention, with authorities establishing a green corridor for their swift transfer. The administration is prioritising the care of the injured.
Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar S announces the IT firm is hiring more school graduates than ever in 2025, actively recruiting liberal arts majors from community colleges alongside traditional STEM candidates. Kumar tells Fortune that AI creates entry-level opportunities by amplifying human potential rather than displacing workers. He advises students to focus on interdisciplinary skills, combining fields like history with computational abilities. The CEO emphasizes that as AI makes expertise... Expand
Despite US pressure, Indian Oil Corporation has ordered five Russian crude oil shipments for December delivery from non-sanctioned entities. While some Indian refiners have suspended purchases due to sanctions, IOC plans to continue procuring Russian crude as long as it complies with regulations.
A 32-year-old man was arrested following a manhunt after an alleged racially aggravated rape of a 20-year-old Indian-origin woman in Walsall. Police are treating the attack as racially motivated and are providing full support to the victim. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for justice from community leaders and MPs.
A Dubai-bound private jet from Madurai made an emergency landing in Chennai on Sunday due to a mid-air technical issue. The aircraft, carrying 160 passengers, landed safely without any reported injuries. This diversion follows a similar incident involving a SpiceJet flight returning to Delhi shortly after departure, also due to technical problems.