Safety is becoming a key factor for car buyers in India, with increasing focus on crash protection alongside price, features and performance, driven by greater awareness and access to information. The Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP) has supported this shift by introducing a standardised system to evaluate vehicle safety through controlled crash tests, including…
India’s foreign exchange reserves declined by $7.052 billion to $709.759 billion in the week ended March 13, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday.In the preceding reporting week, the country’s overall reserves had dropped by $11.683 billion to $716.81 billion. The reserves had earlier touched an all-time high of…
Legendary filmmaker Shankar declared ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ a historic moment for Indian cinema, praising director Aditya Dhar’s bold craft and seamless blend of reality with fiction. He was particularly impressed by Ranveer Singh’s unconventional performance and R. Madhavan’s nuanced portrayal, calling the film an astounding, immersive experience despite its length. ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ has officially…
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has debuted the updated Xiaomi SU7 sedan. The new version brings notable improvements in performance, range and in-cabin tech. Here’s a quick look at some of the key details. Updated Xiaomi SU7 electric car: Key details The electric sedan is offered in three variants: Standard, Pro and Max. One of the…
Gold prices surged by Rs 1,914 to Rs 1.46 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade on Friday, tracking firm global trends amid improving sentiment following signs of easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, PTI reported.On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold contracts for April delivery climbed by Rs 1,914, or 1.32 per cent, to…
Megastar Chiranjeevi will launch a free education initiative for underprivileged students. This move is inspired by actor Suriya’s Agaram Foundation. Chiranjeevi’s project aims to support students facing financial challenges. The initiative will extend beyond one region. A detailed announcement is expected soon. Chiranjeevi continues his film career with upcoming projects. Megastar Chiranjeevi has announced he…
Skoda Auto India is all set to launch the much-anticipated Skoda Kushaq facelift SUV in the Indian market tomorrow i.e, March 21, 2026. The Pre-bookings for the new SUV have already begun. Interested customers can book the new Kushaq online or by visiting the nearest dealership. Deliveries are expected to begin by the end of…
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) on Friday notified the Income-tax Rules, 2026 to operationalise the simplified direct tax legislation passed by Parliament last year, with the new framework set to come into effect from April 1. “These rules may be called the Income-tax Rules, 2026. They shall come into force on the April…
The long-standing wait for Kokki Kumar’s return is finally nearing its end. Director Selvaraghavan sent social media into a frenzy by confirming he has officially completed the script for ‘Pudhupettai 2’. The 2006 original, which starred Dhanush in one of his most visceral roles, struggled at the box office upon release but has since evolved…
The rollout of stricter fuel efficiency rules for cars in India could be pushed back. The Centre may defer the implementation of the next phase of Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms, commonly referred to as CAFE 3.0, beyond April 2027.The issue has reached the highest levels, with the Prime Minister’s Office holding discussions with…