Delhi Schools Receive Bomb Threats, Prompting Immediate Security Checks Across the City

Several schools in Delhi received bomb threat emails on Tuesday, triggering large-scale security checks and causing concern among parents, students, and school authorities. The threats led to swift action by the police and emergency teams, even as officials said no explosives were found during initial searches. The incident comes at a time when school safety is…

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Petrol price today 5 February 2026: Check latest rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad

Petrol prices in India on Thursday, 5 February 2026, remained largely stable in most major cities as oil marketing companies maintained rates under the daily dynamic pricing regime. In Delhi, petrol continued to retail below ₹95 per litre. In Mumbai, prices were above ₹104 per litre. In Hyderabad, the pump price edged above ₹107 per litre. Consumers in different…

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Important Update for Citizens: Revised Driving Licence Renewal Norms and the New Online Faceless Services Guide

India’s driving licence renewal system has undergone significant procedural changes over the past few years, with the Union government expanding online and faceless services to reduce physical visits to Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) and standardise processes across states. Under the framework set by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, citizens can now renew their…

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Important Update for Citizens: Mandatory Aadhaar-PAN Linking Deadlines and New Banking KYC Norms for 2026

India’s compliance landscape is entering a tighter, more digitised phase as authorities push for stronger identity verification, cleaner financial records, and improved fraud prevention. Two developments are especially significant for citizens in 2026: mandatory Aadhaar–PAN linking and updated banking Know Your Customer (KYC) norms. Together, these measures aim to streamline tax administration, strengthen financial integrity,…

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Nationwide Bank Strike 2026: The Ultimate Guide to the 5-Day Work Week Demand and Service Disruptions

The Nationwide Bank Strike 2026 has emerged as a major concern for customers across India, with public sector and private sector bank employees threatening service disruptions. The proposed strike is primarily driven by the long-pending demand for a 5-day work week in banks, along with issues related to workload, staffing shortages, and employee welfare. As…

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RBI’s New Co-Lending Guidelines Explained: What it Means for Fintech Startups and NBFC Partners

The Reserve Bank of India’s updated co-lending guidelines mark an important shift in how banks, non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), and fintech platforms collaborate to extend credit. As digital lending models mature and regulatory scrutiny intensifies, the new framework aims to balance innovation with consumer protection and financial stability. For fintech startups and NBFC partners, these…

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Sanchar Saathi: what the government’s telecom security app does, why it matters and why the new pre-install order is drawing heat

The Department of Telecommunications’ Sanchar Saathi initiative — a citizen-facing portal and mobile app designed to help Indian subscribers protect themselves from telecom fraud, check handset genuineness and block lost or stolen phones — has rapidly become a central tool in the government’s telecom-security push. Launched first as a portal in May 2023 and later…

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National Princess Day: What the Celebration Means and Why It’s Gaining Popularity in India

Every year on 18 November, people across several countries celebrate National Princess Day, a light-hearted cultural observance that honours kindness, confidence, compassion, and the spirit of young girls who dream big. While the day originated in the United States and is not an officially recognised international holiday, it has steadily grown in popularity across social…

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