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Opinion: Opinion | How A Tiny 0.4% UPI Fee Could Change How India Pays
UPI was always free at the checkout. But someone was always paying for the infrastructure behind it
In Singapore, You Can Now Get Paid For Reading. Here's How
Under the programme, reading for at least 15 minutes earns 20 coins. The idea is to make reading a regular habit at a time when people spend more time on short videos, social media, and other online content.
Some Birds Survived Asteroid That Killed Dinosaurs. Poop May Reveal How
The specimen found in Montana, United States, belonged to a bird that had once been eaten by a Tyrannosaurus rex or another predator.
Ukraine War Drives European Demand For Bigger, Cheaper Missile Arsenals
A new generation of defence startups says it can help meet the demand by developing cheaper missiles and interceptors designed for large-scale production.
Bilateral And A Royal Meet: What's On S Jaishankar's Bhutan Agenda
Jaishankar's visit is expected to provide an opportunity for India and Bhutan to review their bilateral relationship and discuss areas of continued cooperation during his meetings with the Bhutanese leadership.
Indonesia's Wildfires May Last Until Early November, Says Forestry Minister
Indonesia is battling its most intense wildfires in 11 years, with "super El Nino" weather conditions parching the country's forests and fields.
In Hydropowered Bhutan, Solar Starts To Rise
Bhutan can currently produce around 3,700 MW from hydro, but that capacity falls around 80 percent during the winter, he said.
Houthi Threat Reaches Mecca, Pakistan Hides Behind 'Ops' To Avoid Saudi Fight
Pakistan's Defence Minister said he was "unaware" whether Riyadh has reached out to Islamabad but reiterated that "we are bound to help or react according to the agreement.'"
60 Killed In Sudan Gold Mine Collapse, Several Missing
Shafts began collapsing in the Al-Zaraa mine near the town of El-Nahud in West Kordofan on Tuesday, and by the following morning 60 bodies had been retrieved.
British Man Found Dead In Remote Sicilian Countryside As Police Launch Probe
As per the report, a postmortem will be conducted next Tuesday, and the police have also interviewed the members of the off-grid settlement.
Pak Ship Collides With Indian Navy Unit, Delhi Summons Islamabad's Envoy
In a statement, the Foreign Ministry noted that while the incident, which took place in international waters, did not cause any major damage, the conduct of the Pakistani naval ship was in direct contravention of a mutual agreement.
Opinion: Opinion | Rs 75-Lakh Bounty, New Jaish Base, And The Case Of Pak's Ever-Missing' Terrorist
Pak's yearly act is back: finding Masood Azhar. But there are other questions FATF must be asking next month as it meets
For Years, Saudi Saw Houthis As Yemen's Problem. Then, A Knock On The Door
Actual fighting between the Houthis and Saudi Arabia began late in the overall timeline of the conflict that now involves powerful belligerents
Indonesia Finance Minister Sacked Over Clash With President's Ex-Aide
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto sacked Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa after he clashed with a top ministry official who served on
Yemen's Houthis Claim They Shot Down Saudi F15 Fighter Jet
Saudi F15 fighter jet was carrying out hostile operations in support of its military mobilisations in the airspace of Marib province, Houthis claimed.
Mecca Put On Air Raid Alert For 1st Time, Houthis Claim They Shot Down Saudi Jet
The unprecedented alert was triggered after the kingdom was repeatedly targeted by the Iran-backed Houthis in recent days.
What Weapon US May Have Put In Space, Who Else Could Have Similar Arms
America's announcement has opened a new frontier in space warfare, with analysts debating the future of military developments in orbit and who else could have similar weaponry.
Kim Kardashian Awarded 1 Euro Over 2016 Armed Jewel Heist In Paris
Two of the robbers, dressed as police, forced their way into her suite, bound Kardashian with zip ties and tape and made off with more than $6 million in jewelry.
Trump Has Few Good Options To Slow China's Rise As AI Superpower
China has continuously narrowed the gap with the US on AI despite the restrictions, as Xi pours money into becoming self-sufficient on the entire tech stack.
The Day 600 Men Lay Siege To Islam's Holiest Site And How They Were Gassed Out
Nearly 47 years ago, on November 20, 1979, the Grand Mosque itself was seized by an armed group in one of the most extraordinary episodes in modern Saudi history.
News from Arabic Countries
Israeli double-tap strike kills 15-year-old and paramedic in Gaza
A child has been killed in an Israeli double-tap strike as he rushed to help a paramedic wounded in an earlier attack.
Real Madrid stars appear to hide Ceuta solidarity message
Three Real Madrid players covered a ‘We are all Caballas’ message on shirts worn in solidarity with Spain’s Ceuta.
Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci convicted of war crimes
Thaci, 58, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for crimes including murder, torture and illegal detention.
Sri Lankan star Rumesh Pathirage’s javelin broken ahead of Asian Games
Pathirage's javelins, which he used to throw world-best distance, were broken on his flight back from Budapest.
At least five killed in Russian drone strike near Ukraine front line
At least seven people also injured in attack near Nikopol in southeastern Ukraine, Dnipropetrovsk governor says.
Human rights lawyer Noura Erakat arrested at hearing against Israel Bonds
Palestinian human rights lawyer Noura Erakat was arrested in Florida after speaking against an Israel Bonds investment.
Lionel Messi set for Argentina farewell in October 6 friendly against Benin
Messi will make his 208th and final appearance in the 'farewell he truly deserves', says Argentina football's chief.
NBC helicopter crashes in LA, killing at least three
NBC helicopter crashes in LA, killing at least three
Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci faces verdict for alleged war crimes
Prosecutors have requested a 45-year jail sentence for Thaci and three wartime commanders accused of war crimes.
US charges five people over alleged Russian plots
Prosecutors said that the group worked on behalf of Russian intelligence services to carry out attacks and murders.
Manchester derby VAR error caused by ‘tunnel vision’: Pro Ref chief Webb
Howard Webb says the referees' body is disappointed with the decision to allow Haaland's goal against Manchester United.
US House votes to end Iran war, 7 Republicans join in favour
For a third time, the US House approved a war powers resolution, halting Trump's ability to continue military action.
Seoul court orders North Korea to pay $32.5m for blowing up office
Pyongyang blew up the Inter-Korean Liaison Office building in June 2020 after days of rising tensions.
What’s the Pinglu Canal, China’s new gateway to Southeast Asia?
China's first modern river-to-sea canal could significantly cut down time and costs of trade to Southeast Asia.
Republican forces Congress to hold impeachment vote for Pete Hegseth
United States Representative Thomas Massie is forcing fellow Republicans to vote whether to impeach Secretary of Defense
News helicopter crash in Los Angeles kills three, injures one
NBC Los Angeles helicopter crashes while covering deadly metro bus collision from the air.
At least 10 dead, dozens missing in Gaza building collapse
At least 10 Palestinians are dead and up to 70 more are believed missing after a building collapsed in Gaza City.
Gaza building collapse kills 20, traps dozens under rubble
Rescuers comb wreckage of a bombed-out apartment building that collapsed overnight in Gaza City.
Trump administration plans $2.8bn sale of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel
Trump administration pushes $2.8bn bomb sale to Israel amid criticism over mass targeting of civilians in the region.
China’s defence chief warns against coercion, avoids US, Japan mention
Dong Jun pitches shared security governance and military cooperation while warning against coercion.
Is US health care too broken to cure cancer?
Ted Okon tells Al Jazeera that even with a cure, the US wouldn’t be able to treat everyone with cancer.
Anthropic CEO didn’t foresee the speed of global AI growth
Anthropic’s CEO says he ‘didn’t appreciate’ the speed with which AI’s growth would underpin the global economy.
Saudi Arabia cancels oil to Europe over East-West pipeline blast
Saudi Arabia has cancelled some oil deliveries to Europe after attacks shut down its export pipeline to the Red Sea.
DRC-Rwanda: Can Geneva talks break the cycle of war in eastern Congo?
M23 controls large parts of eastern DRC as Kinshasa and Kigali remain divided over security and sovereignty.
Israel started an anti-Qatar campaign, then scrapped it
Days after October 7, Israel began building a global campaign to pressure and isolate Qatar.