India’s railway transformation story is getting stronger—and the latest data proves it. In FY 2025–26, multiple trains operated by Southern Railway, including four Vande Bharat Express services and nine express trains, have secured spots among the top 10 most highly occupied trains in the entire Indian Railways network. This highlights a powerful trend: demand for…
Microsoft has slowed hiring in important divisions as it tries to manage expenses while investing heavily in AI infrastructure. The company has paused recruitment across several major teams, showing a stronger focus on cost control. Microsoft Slows Hiring to Rein in Costs Amid Rising AI Investments In recent weeks, leaders have told managers in areas…
Sometimes, it’s the smallest comforts—like a cup of morning tea—that reveal the true measure of service. A Missed Cup, A Measured Penalty A lapse in onboard service turned costly for a catering contractor on the Chennai–Hazrat Nizamuddin Duronto Express, after passengers were not served their scheduled morning tea. Following a complaint, the Indian Railway Catering…
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is rigorously stress-testing BSNL’s 4G-led revival further demanding detailed circle-wise data on subscribers, Average Revenue Per User (ARPU), and revenue by March 27, 2026. As part of an annual performance review of the state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), DoT has sought detail regarding active subscribers (VLR) and overall subscribers…
The Ministry of Railways has introduced several measures to improve freight transportation, strengthen regional connectivity, and provide efficient first- and last-mile delivery solutions. These efforts include launching a pilot app-based logistics platform called “Rail Parcel,” expanding the Joint Parcel Product–Rapid Cargo Service (JPP-RCS), and investing heavily in freight terminal infrastructure. Railways Introduce New Measures to…
Union Minister of State for Cooperation Krishan Pal informed the Rajya Sabha that the government plans to expand Bharat Taxi, a cooperative-based ride-hailing platform, across the country. He explained that the service is expected to reach major cities as well as talukas within the next two to three years. Government Plans Nationwide Expansion of Bharat…
India is facing a growing public health challenge as the country now ranks second in the world for childhood obesity, according to the World Obesity Atlas 2026. The report highlights a worrying rise in the number of children and teenagers living with excess weight, placing India behind only China in global rankings. Health experts say…
India’s currency and stock markets faced a major setback after escalating tensions in the Middle East triggered panic across global financial markets. The Indian rupee plunged past ₹92 per US dollar for the first time in history, while stock markets suffered heavy losses, wiping out nearly ₹9.7 lakh crore of investor wealth in just two…
Alibaba has introduced the Qwen 3.5 Small Model Series, a new generation of artificial intelligence models built to combine high performance with efficient computing. The announcement signals China’s continued push to compete with leading AI technologies developed by companies such as OpenAI and Google. Unlike many large AI systems that require massive computing infrastructure, Alibaba’s…
India is experimenting with a new cooperative model in the mobility sector through Bharat Taxi, a ride-hailing platform where drivers can become co-owners by contributing just ₹500. The initiative follows a structure similar to the cooperative model that helped Amul grow into a ₹1.25 lakh-crore dairy giant, where small contributions from members built a large…