Govt Bans Advance Tipping on Ride-Hailing Apps
India's road transport ministry has banned advance tipping on apps like Uber and Ola. Discover how this move aims to protect consumers and what it means for your next ride.
India's road transport ministry has banned advance tipping on apps like Uber and Ola. Discover how this move aims to protect consumers and what it means for your next ride.
A khap panchayat in Uttar Pradesh bans smartphones and half-pants for children, imposing fines and curfews to enforce discipline. Learn about the new rules and community reactions.
Ministry of Road Transport notifies key amendments to Motor Vehicles Aggregators Guidelines 2025. Passengers can now tip drivers after rides and opt for same-gender drivers. Read details.
The Centre's new ban on mining leases in the Aravallis faces criticism as over 1,200 existing leases cover 174 sq km. Experts warn of irreversible environmental damage. Read the full analysis.
Khap leaders in Baghpat, UP, pass resolution demanding smartphone restrictions for boys under 18 and a ban on half-pants. They call for uniform social discipline. Read more.
Niger retaliates against US travel ban, barring American nationals indefinitely. This visa war marks a major shift in Sahel geopolitics. Read the full story.
Rudrapur Municipal Corporation enforces a weekly meat & fish sale ban on Tuesdays starting Jan 2026 to improve public hygiene, health, and respect religious sentiments. Details inside.
A Rajasthan village council withdraws its controversial ban on women using smartphones. The decision, aimed at 'protecting children,' faced severe criticism. Details inside.
A Bandra court has convicted a Dadar businessman for feeding pigeons in public, imposing a ₹5,000 fine. This is the first conviction since the Bombay High Court's July ban, citing public health risks.
Explore India's dry states like Gujarat, Bihar, and Nagaland where alcohol is banned. Learn about the constitutional directive, historical bans, and unique state laws shaping prohibition.
Kartik Aaryan & Ananya Panday's rom-com 'Tu Meri Main Tera' releases Dec 25, 2025, with Rs 4.28 crore advance. See its box office clash with Dhurandhar & Avatar.
The Central government has directed states to enforce a total prohibition on granting fresh mining leases in the ecologically sensitive Aravalli range. This decisive move aims for long-term protection of its fragile ecosystem and biodiversity. Read the fu
The Indian government has imposed a complete ban on granting new mining leases in the Aravalli range to protect its fragile ecosystem. This decisive move aims to halt environmental degradation.
The Indian government has prohibited new mining leases across the Aravalli range & its hills. This decisive move aims to safeguard the fragile ecosystem. Read more about this crucial environmental policy.
A community panchayat in Rajasthan's Jalore bans camera phones for young women & daughters-in-law from Jan 26, citing smartphone addiction. Keypad phones permitted.
Amritsar citizens demand action as banned Chinese kite strings are still sold openly, posing a deadly threat to humans and birds. Read the full report.
Baramulla administration imposes a complete ban on drone flying until October 31 following Army intelligence on potential smuggling and misuse of UAVs against security forces. Read the full order details.
A community panchayat in Rajasthan's Jalore bans camera phones for daughters-in-law & young women from Jan 26. Decision sparks debate on digital rights & safety.
The US FCC bans Chinese-made drones like DJI citing security risks, impacting half a million pilots. Read about the consequences and industry reactions.
Kartik Aaryan & Ananya Panday's 'Tu Meri Main Tera' sees Rs 61 lakh Day 1 advance. Maharashtra leads sales. Will Christmas boost its opening against 'Dhurandhar'?
Exclusive: Actor Danish Pandor's film 'Dhurandhar' faces an alleged ban in Gulf countries. Get the full story on the controversy, official statements, and potential impact on the film's release.
A 21-year-old from Rajasthan was arrested for cheating devotees via a fake Sri Mookambika Temple website for advance bookings. Read the full details of the cyber fraud case.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announces a complete ban on the sale of meat and alcohol in Sri Anandpur Sahib, Sri Fatehgarh Sahib, and Sri Chamkaur Sahib. The decision, effective immediately, aims to uphold the sanctity of these historic sites.
Prabhas' romantic horror-comedy The Raja Saab collects $140.5K in North America advance sales, facing box office clash with Vijay's Jana Nayagan on Pongal. Read the full analysis.
Thalapathy Vijay's final film, Jana Nayagan, sees massive overseas advance booking, crossing £200,000 in the UK in 72 hours and over $41,000 in the US in 2 days. Read more about its box office clash and political significance.
Meghalaya govt releases Rs 1,602.9 crore, including advance salaries for 50,000 employees & pensions for 30,000+ to boost Christmas & New Year celebrations. Read details.
India's corporate tax collections grew 7.5% to Rs 9.94 lakh crore by mid-December, surpassing personal income tax growth. Net direct tax kitty crosses Rs 17 lakh crore. Read the full analysis.
Popular streamer Asmongold defends Evelyn Ortiz after waitress tip-shaming video goes viral. He calls US tipping culture a 'psyop' and a legacy of slavery. Read the full story.
Indian Railways expands Aadhaar-authenticated ticket booking to midnight on opening day in phases. New timings start Dec 29, 2025. Check details.
India's net direct tax collections grew 8% to Rs 17.05 lakh crore till Dec 17, boosted by a sharp 13.5% fall in refunds. Advance tax up 4.27%. Read the full analysis.