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Automatic cars have become increasingly accessible in India, with several models now available for under Rs 6 lakh. The shift comes as rising traffic congestion and growing demand for convenience encourage more buyers to opt for two-pedal vehicles. Until a few years ago, automatic transmissions were largely limited to higher-priced cars, forcing budget-conscious buyers to…

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on Tuesday warned of a likely return of a strong El Niño event this year, raising concerns about more extreme weather worldwide as climate change amplifies its effects, Reuters reported.The UN weather body said there is an 80% chance of El Niño developing between June and August and a 90%…

Royal Enfield recently expanded its 650cc motorcycle lineup in India with the launch of the all-new Bullet 650. However, the new Royal Enfield Bullet 650 is not the only retro middleweight motorcycle in the segment. One of its closest rivals is the BSA Goldstar 650. If you are planning to buy a retro 650cc motorcycle,…

Some USCIS officers have begun asking green-card applicants why they chose Adjustment of Status (AOS) rather than consular processing abroad following the agency’s controversial May 22 policy memo, according to immigration attorneys.Attorneys told TOI that while several field officers are questioning applicants on why they did not pursue immigrant visa processing in their home country,…

Maruti Suzuki is all set to unveil India’s first flex-fuel passenger vehicle tomorrow, i.e, June 4, 2026 at a World Environment Day event at the Taj Palace in New Delhi. Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari and Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri are expected to attend the…

NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs (MEA) on Tuesday firmly rejected any role for third parties in resolving the India–Nepal boundary dispute, days after Prime Minister Balendra Shah sought the involvement of China and the UK to address the long-standing dispute.“We have established bilateral mechanisms to deal with all aspects of boundary matters. It…

Tata Motors commercial vehicles today announced the launch of the new Intra V40 pickup truck. The latest addition to the company’s small commercial vehicle range comes with a CNG-petrol bi-fuel powertrain. It is aimed at customers seeking higher payload capacity, improved operating efficiency and lower running costs. The Intra V40 offers a payload capacity of…

(Image shared by DRDO on X) NEW DELHI: In another milestone in advanced missile technology, Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) have conducted the successful flight-tests of RudraM-II air-to-surface missile from an airborne platform from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, the defence ministry said on Tuesday.The missiles after…

Tyres are among the most important parts of any vehicle, yet they are often the most neglected. On Indian roads, where rough surfaces, heat and unpredictable traffic conditions are common, tyres go through far more stress than you think. The good news is that a few simple maintenance habits can significantly improve tyre life, save…

NEW DELHI: Swinging into action, the government on Tuesday transferred the two top officials of the Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) amid a row over the board’s new On-Screen Marking (OSM) system.An official notification stated that CBSE chairman Rahul Singh and secretary Himanshu Gupta have been transferred, while a committee has been constituted to…