MUMBAI: The conflict in West Asia is prompting both underwriters and policyholders to reassess the efficacy of travel insurance in addressing geopolitical risks, one of the more persistent uncertainties in recent years.Early signals are visible in claims behaviour. “We have received travel inconvenience claims i.e. flight cancellation, trip cancellation/ interruption, accommodation extension etc. We have…
Tears at DXB: The Surprise Gift By Dubai International Airport That’s Melting Hearts Worldwide In a week marked by travel disruptions, regional uncertainty amid Iran vs US-Israel war and emotional departures, something unexpected unfolded at Dubai International Airport, one of the world’s busiest airports and it had nothing to do with flights. At DXB (as…
Social media reactions followed quickly after Vaibhav Sooryavanshi took on Jasprit Bumrah during the rain-affected match between Rajasthan Royals and the Mumbai Indians in Guwahati on Tuesday.In an 11-over-a-side contest, Sooryavanshi attacked Bumrah in the second over of the innings. The teenage batter hit two sixes in four deliveries, including one off the first ball…
India has taken a major step towards cleaner mobility, with E20 petrol now becoming the standard fuel across the country from April 1, 2025. The new mandate requires petrol pumps nationwide to supply fuel blended with up to 20 percent ethanol.The directive, issued earlier by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, applies to all…
Volkswagen India has finally unveiled the much-anticipated Taigun in India. The pricing for the model, however, hasn’t been shared. As part of this update, the model brings several changes including cosmetic upgrades, new features and a refreshed powertrain. Here’s a quick look at what’s been changed. New Volkswagen Taigun: What’s different As expected, the SUV…
The Middle East conflict, now in its sixth week, continues to send shockwaves across the world. From energy supply disruptions to rising fuel prices, several countries are being forced into emergency measures such as work-from-home policies and cost hikes. Meanwhile, the Gulf region is witnessing a split oil reality! While for some producers, soaring crude…
Tax officials cannot routinely apply the Black Money Act (BMA) merely because a person has been treated as a ‘resident’ after remaining in India for more than 181 days against their will. (AI image) Delhi High Court’s recent order has changed the scope of imposing the Black Money law for individuals who have been forced…
AriesThe week begins with a push to move things quickly. You will feel ready to take charge and close pending tasks. That pace may not hold the same way through the week. A discussion or plan may slow down and return for review. When you give it that time, the outcome becomes clearer. By the…
A woman has been detained after setting fire to petrol bottles near the Orissa High Court boundary wall in Cuttack CUTTACK: An SUV and three other vehicles were damaged in a fire that broke out at the boundary wall of Orissa high court on Tuesday in Cuttack. Police have detained a 38-year-old woman in connection…
Some home rituals are timeless and camphor oil with clove burning is one such ritual. These are rituals that have been practiced for generations in many homes, and to this day, people still light them in the evenings. The mix might just be aroma, but actually, it is both spiritually and scientifically significant. In Indian…