INDIA

Jun 01 2026SPORTS

Zee Secures Decade‑Long FIFA Deal, Bringing World Cups to India

Zee Entertainment Enterprises has signed a fresh agreement that will let it show 39 FIFA events from 2026 to 2034, including the men’s and women’s World Cups. The contract gives Zee the rights to stream matches on its own channel network and online platform, ZEE5. It also covers age‑group tour

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Jun 01 2026CRYPTO

Coinbase Opens Direct Money Flow for India’s Crypto Boom

Coinbase, a major U. S. crypto exchange, has taken a bold step to simplify trading for India’s rapidly growing cryptocurrency market by enabling direct transfers of Indian rupees (INR) to and from its platform. Starting June 1, 2026, users can move funds through the Immediate Payment Service (IMPS),

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May 31 2026POLITICS

UK’s Foreign Minister Visits China and India to Talk Tough Topics

The UK’s top diplomat is packing her bags for a swing through Asia. Starting Monday, she’ll land in China before jetting off to India later that week. The stops aren’t just for photos—they’re meant to tackle some of the planet’s biggest headaches. Picture a map where the Strait of Hormuz feels like

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May 20 2026SPORTS

A Basketball Star Takes the Wheel at the Indy 500

Caitlin Clark isn’t just making waves in basketball—she’s about to steer into the spotlight at one of racing’s biggest events. The two-time WNBA All-Star has been picked as the grand marshal for this year’s Indianapolis 500, giving the starting command at a race that’s already sold out. It’s a rare

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May 14 2026HEALTH

Twins in India: How Birth Order Affects Growth and Health Risks

In India, more twins are being born today than ever before. But this increase raises an important question: does being a twin affect a child’s health and growth? Research from 2019 to 2021 looked into this. It found that twins often face higher risks of not growing properly or getting sick compared

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

India’s Parliament Blocked a Big Plan for Women’s Seats

A major plan in India just got rejected, one that would have set aside a third of seats in parliament and state assemblies for women. The government wanted this change, but it got stuck on a tricky detail: expanding the number of lawmakers at the same time. This made opponents suspicious. They said

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Apr 16 2026HEALTH

How online groups are reshaping India's abortion debate

In recent years, a new wave of opposition to abortion has emerged in India, backed by powerful groups. They use social media, schools, and even crisis helplines to push their views. Instead of plain arguments, they mix science, religion, and emotions to sway young people. Some even twist political a

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Apr 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI’s quiet takeover of India’s movie world

India’s film studios are quietly racing ahead in AI filmmaking—not because it’s cool, but because the math adds up. By cutting budgets by up to four-fifths and finishing movies four times faster, producers are adapting to a harsh reality: fewer people are buying tickets. After ticket sales sank from

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Apr 10 2026HEALTH

Why India Picks December 24 for Dentists

India joins many countries in celebrating dental professionals, but it chose a different date. Instead of March 6 like the U. S. , India picked December 24 in 2016. That day marks the birth of Dr. Rafiuddin Ahmed, who helped shape modern dentistry in the country. Yet, some clinics and media still fo

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Apr 07 2026HEALTH

Why many women in India are choosing to become mothers later in life

Many women in India are having their first or last child later than before. This trend is happening across cities and towns. More women are finishing school, working jobs, and living in urban areas. These changes give women more control over their lives but also bring new health challenges. Doctors

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