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Did you know when India began the process of electrical railway development in the country? It began in 1925. This initiated the first electrical train in India with a 1,500 Volt DC system that ran between Bombay Victoria Terminus & Kurla Harbour. This initial start of electrical trains may have been short in range, but it paved the way to more efficient railway transport.The decades that followed, however, passage was rather slow. Electrification, for instance, only reached 388 route kilometre (RKMs) by the time India finally gained independence, with steam locomotives mainly in use, followed by diesel locomotives. The growth,…

EAAA India Alternatives, an arm of Edelweiss Financial Services, has filed preliminary papers with markets regulator Sebi to raise Rs 1,500 crore through an initial public offering (IPO).The proposed issue will be entirely an offer-for-sale (OFS) by Edelweiss Group, according to the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) filed on Monday.As a result, the company will not receive any proceeds from the IPO, with the entire amount going to the selling shareholder. Incorporated in 2008, EAAA India Alternatives is among India’s leading alternatives platforms, with over 15 years of experience in managing long-term, patient capital. As of September 30, 2025, the…

The International Cricket Council (ICC) unveiled the Team of the Tournament for the recently-concluded ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026. Three players from India’s U19 World Cup-winning team–Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Kanishk Chouhan, and Henil Patel–have been selected, as per the ICC website. Three players from runner-up England are also included in the 12-member ICC U19 WC Team of the Tournament.Sooryavanshi, who smashed a remarkable 175 off 80 balls in the final against England, also earned the Player of the Tournament award for his 439 runs in the tournament. Sooryavanshi rewrote multiple records during his 175 in the final, as he…

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday said the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) should be framed by taking everyone into confidence and it should not lead to differences.He was speaking during an interaction at an event to mark the RSS’s centenary.On the recent India-US trade pact, Bhagwat said that in deals, there is a give and take. “It should be win-win…we have to ensure we are not at a loss.” To a question on the demand for Bharat Ratna for Hindutva ideologue Veer Savarkar, he said the award’s prestige will increase if it is given to Savarkar.Bhagwat also…

ChatGPT-maker OpenAI has announced an investment in Merge Labs, a brain-computer interface (BCI) startup which was founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Rival to Elon Musk’s Neuralink, the mission of Merge Labs is to develop safe and scaleable brain-computer interfaces. “We are excited to support and collaborate with Merge Labs as they turn an ambitious idea into reality and ultimately products that are useful for people,” said the company.OpenAI revealed that funding made by the company will support Merge Labs’ mission of creating safe, scalable brain-computer interfaces that could one day allow humans to interact with artificial intelligence directly through…

Bains said collaborations with globally reputed institutions such as the Universal Business School, Sydney will significantly enhance the quality of education and research across technical institutions in PunjabChandigarh: In a step aimed at strengthening international academic cooperation and elevating the standards of technical education in the state, IK Gujral Punjab Technical University (IKGPTU), Jalandhar, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Universal Business School Sydney (UBSS), Australia.The MoU signing ceremony was held at Punjab Bhawan, in the presence of Harjot Singh Bains, the minister for technical education and industrial training, Punjab. The collaboration is aimed at promoting academic exchange,…

Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz are gearing up for a new chapter in their family journey, with plans to adopt a child in need of love and support. This decision unfolds against a backdrop of challenging dynamics between Brooklyn and his famous parents, David and Victoria Beckham, amid reports of reduced communication. Brooklyn Beckham and wife Nicola Peltz have been in the news for their feud with Beckham’s parents, David and Victoria Beckham. Now, as per new reports, the couple is on the pathway to start their own family through adoption.Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz are planning on adoptionAs per…

Last Updated:January 28, 2026, 07:25 ISTiPhone 5s is a 13-year-old model that Apple stopped supporting many years back, so why is it getting a new update now?Apple has released a new update for its 13-year-old iPhone. (Photo: AI generated)Apple has been known for supporting older devices for many years and the new update for iPhone 5s model launched 13 years back is another testament to its reliability for all the users. The last update issued for the iPhone 5s was back in January 2023 and now three years later these users (anybody who is still using it) are getting the…

‘Dhurandhar’ was a huge hit at the box office. The Aditya Dhar directorial got a lot of love from fans and it also made more than Rs 800 crore at the domestic box office and more than Rs 1300 crore at the worldwide box office. The scenes and the songs from ‘Dhurandhar’ went viral on the internet, especially Akshaye Khanna’s entry song ‘FA9LA’ and ‘Shararat’. Ayesha Khan and Krystle D’souza which featured in this song choreographed by Vijay Ganguly, also got immense love for their dance. Ayesha had shared a BTS video from the shoot of the song in which…

UAE Green Visa vs UAE Golden Visa/Representative Image The UAE offers two long-term residency pathways for professionals, investors and entrepreneurs seeking stability without relying on traditional employer sponsorship. The Green Visa and the Golden Visa are designed for different profiles, with distinct eligibility rules, benefits and timelines. Knowing how they differ helps applicants choose the option that aligns with their career stage and long-term goals.The Green Visa is a renewable five-year residence permit introduced to give skilled professionals, freelancers and investors greater independence in the UAE. It allows holders to sponsor themselves, removing the need for a UAE-based employer or…