Despite AI chatbots becoming regulars in customer service, they’re still “waiting” to fully live up to their promise of reducing wait times. According to the servicenow customer experience report, Indian consumers collectively spent a whopping 15 billion hours on hold last year. The report surveyed 5,000 Indian consumers and 204 customer service agents, revealing a big “disconnect” between expectations and reality.

15 billion hours lost in Indian service waits

India and China on Tuesday held a fresh edition of diplomatic talks in Beijing, focusing on ensuring effective border management and early resumption of cross-border cooperation and exchanges, including on trans-border rivers and Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra. Watch to know more!

India, China discuss cross-border cooperation, Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra in Beijing

China has accused the US of interfering in Venezuela's internal affairs, and this accusation by China comes after US President Donald Trump announced 25% tariffs on imports from countries that buy oil and gas from Venezuela.

US President Trump announces 25% tariffs on importers of Venezuelan oil

India has been hit by a heat wave early this year. India's Met Department says the coming summer could be extreme, while states like Gujarat and Maharashtra faced heatwave in the month of February, making it the hottest month in 225 years. The Kashmir Valley witnessed the driest winter during the peak time of January and February this year. Most of the water bodies had dried up and had raised a huge concern for the authorities with regards to horticulture and agriculture in the region.

India records hottest February in 125 years

India is experiencing an early heatwave, with February 2024 recorded as the hottest in 125 years. States like Goa and Maharashtra are already facing extreme temperatures, while Jammu & Kashmir may experience drought conditions due to a severe precipitation deficit. Experts warn of an intense summer ahead. Watch to know more!

Heatwaves hit India sooner than expected in 2025, is the country ready for it?

India is experiencing an early heatwave, with February 2024 recorded as the hottest in 125 years. States like Goa and Maharashtra are already facing extreme temperatures, while Jammu & Kashmir may experience drought conditions due to a severe precipitation deficit. Experts warn of an intense summer ahead.

India faces early heatwave as temperatures break 125-year record

A heated political battle has erupted in Karnataka over the reservation debate. The BJP accuses Congress of attempting to alter the Constitution, while Congress counters, calling it a diversion from real issues. DK Shivakumar’s statement has also sparked controversy.

India: BJP vs Congress clash over reservation, constitution change claim

Indian markets extended their winning streak, with the Sensex and Nifty 50 rallying for the sixth straight session on March 24. Strong buying in heavyweights propelled benchmarks to one-month highs. Nifty 50 surged past the key 23,500 resistance, while the Sensex jumped over 1,100 points, pushing markets out of correction territory.

Indian stocks surge for 6th straight session

India’s wealthiest are packing their bags—not for vacation, but for good. As Dubai’s golden visa boom fuels wealth migration, billions in tax revenue are slipping. With high rental yields, zero capital gains tax, and long-term residency perks, is India losing its best and brightest to a tax-friendly haven in the region? That's what this report decodes...

Tax perks drive India’s wealth to Dubai

The Indian rupee surged to its highest level in nearly 3 months, marking a strong comeback after a turbulent start to the year. With 9 consecutive sessions of gains, the currency erased almost all of its earlier losses, standing out as the best-performing currency in Asia this month.

India's rupee shines in Asia's currency race

India and China have both embraced technology for economic growth, but their approaches highlight contrasting priorities. India has focused on scalable, cost-effective digital public services like Aadhaar, UPI, and ONDC, while China has aggressively developed global tech products to challenge western dominance.

Tech war: India's services vs China’s products

The Indian and French joint military prowess was on full display as the two sides culminated the 23rd edition of their bilateral naval exercise. Take a look at these images....

India-France bilateral naval exercise: 'Varuna 2025' underscores strong naval partnership

A key U.S. delegation is set to visit India from March 25th to 29th for important trade talks, led by Brendan Lynch, the Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for South and Central Asia. These discussions come at a critical time for bilateral trade. Watch in for more details!

US-India trade deal: US, India aim to reach $500 billion in bilateral trade by 2030

It’s been a rough year for the tech giants known as the "magnificent seven. " these major companies, including Tesla, Meta, Nvidia, Alphabet, Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon, have all seen significant losses in 2025 so far. Tesla is the hardest hit, with shares down over 40%. Meta is the only one still in positive territory, showing small gains, while the others have faced steep drops in value. Tesla’s market value has fallen by $780 billion, Apple’s by nearly $700 billion, and Nvidia has seen a 14% decline.

Tech market: Why the magnificent 7 are struggling in 2025?

US, India trade talks aim for $500 billion by 2030

Indian markets extend their winning streak, with the Sensex and Nifty50 rallying for the sixth straight session on March 24th.

Indian markets rebound on banking and tech strength

In India's Maharashtra state, massive controversy has erupted over a comedian's joke on Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Shinde supporters take offense at comedian Kunal Kamra's 'traitor' remark and threaten the comedian with consequences. Watch the report for more details!

Kunal Kamra Eknath Shinde row: Shiv Sena workers vandalise comedy show venue; issue threats

For the first time in Rajasthan, ostriches have successfully bred in captivity at the zoo located in Ramniwas Bagh. Watch to know more!

India: First successful Ostrich breeding at Jaipur's Ramniwas Bagh Zoo marks conservation milestone

Pile of burnt cash was discovered on Holi from Delhi High Court judge  Justice Yashwant Varma's home after a fire was put out. After a massive row, Varma has been removed from active duty with "immediate effect till further orders". Watch to know more!

Burnt cash row: Delhi HC withdraws judicial work from justice Yashwant Varma

India: First successful ostrich breeding in Ramniwas Bagh Zoo, Rajasthan

As India grapples with rising temperatures, the economic divide between the rich and poor is becoming increasingly stark. Heatwaves, once considered seasonal hardships, are now exacerbating financial inequality, creating a new form of climate-driven economic disparity. Watch to know more!

Tracking the winners and losers of the heatwave economy

A video showing hundreds of priests counting piles of cash inside a temple in India has stunned netizens. Devotees' offerings crossed $400,000 over a month, with thousands of devotees having thronged the temple to celebrate the birth anniversary of Raghavendra Swamy, a revered 16th-century saint and philosopher. Watch in for more details!

Karnataka temple receives ₹3 crore in donations in 30 days

As India grapples with rising temperatures, the economic divide between the rich and poor is becoming increasingly stark. Heatwaves, once considered seasonal hardships, are now exacerbating financial inequality, creating a new form of climate-driven economic disparity.

How India’s heatwaves widen rich-poor divide

The newly-formed National Citizen Party staged protest rallies at the Dhaka University campus, vowing to thwart at any cost a “military-backed plot” to rehabilitate the party.

Bangladesh: Army rejects student-led party's allegation of political interference

An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday evening after security forces launched a massive search operation in the forest area near the international border, officials said. Watch in for more details!

India: Encounter in Jammu & Kashmir forest after soldiers intercept fresh infiltrators

A series of high-profile US leaders are set to visit India as Washington and New Delhi strengthen diplomatic ties. National Security Adviser Waltz is preparing for his trip to New Delhi, while India readies for the arrival of Vance and Hegseth. The US Trade Representative is also expected to visit before Trump’s new tariffs take effect. Meanwhile, the India-US Forum is scheduled for April, signaling deeper cooperation between the two nations.

Top US officials set for key diplomatic visits to India in April

In a major crackdown on illegal gaming websites in India, the Director General of Goods and Services Tax Intelligence (DGGI) has intensified action against offshore online gaming entities. According to the Finance Ministry of India, Intelligence Officers have blocked 357 websites of illegal offshore online gaming firms. Currently, 700 offshore entities involved in the supply of online money gaming and betting are under the DGGI scanner. Watch in for more details!

India: 392 illegal gaming accounts blocked

Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh shares insights on his favorite team in this year's Indian Premier League, his new restaurant venture, and how Sachin Tendulkar continues to motivate him in an exclusive conversation with WION''s Athira Sasidharan.

Exclusive: Yuvraj Singh speaks on IPL, Tendulkar, and more

In India, a fresh political showdown is unfolding between the ruling party and the opposition over the issue of redrawing legislative constituencies. Taking the lead on this issue is the ruling DMK in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, which hosted a meeting of like-minded parties. Watch in for more details!

India: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin chairs anti-delimitation meet

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has announced that only Hindus will be allowed to work at the sacred Tirumala Temple. The government plans to relocate workers from other communities while also restricting commercial activities near the Seven Hills. Watch this report for more updates!

India: CM Chandrababu Naidu says only Hindus to work at Tirumala temple

A United States federal judge has blocked the deportation of an Indian student at Georgetown University who was arrested after federal authorities accused him of having alleged ties to the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas. Watch this report for more details!

Ministry of External Affairs: Students in US must follow local laws

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