Akshita Kapoor

[ad_1] UPI experienced yet another service outage, resulting in thousands of users reporting their inability to make payments and execute fund transfers. Downdetector reported a peak of over 2,200 user complaints concerning UPI services, primarily related to failed payment transactions and fund transfers.The disruption has affected a broad range of major payment platforms, including Google Pay, PhonePe, and Paytm, as well as various banking applications. Notably, the TOI Tech team's attempts to make payments and transfer funds were also unsuccessful.Downdetector's data further indicated reports of service disruptions affecting both State Bank of India (SBI), ICICI and HDFC as well as Google Pay, demonstrating the expanded reach of the technical difficulties.NPCI says 'working to resolve UPI issue'The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), the entity responsible for the operation of the UPI network, has acknowledged the issue and said that it […]

[ad_1] A 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck near Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, on Saturday afternoon, with its epicentre located at a depth of 10 kilometres. Tremors were felt in several parts of Pakistan.There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.More details awaited [ad_2] Source link

[ad_1] LONDON: Member states of the International Maritime Organization have voted in favour of a global pricing system to help curb maritime carbon emissions, the UN shipping body announced Friday.From 2028, all ships will be required to use a less carbon-intensive fuel mix or face financial penalties, the IMO said.The carbon pricing measure must now be formally adopted at an IMO assembly in October.A majority of members -- 63 states -- voted for the carbon pricing system, including the European Union, Brazil, China, India and Japan.Sixteen states voted against the measure, including major oil producers Saudi Arabia, Russia and the United Arab Emirates.Pacific Island states abstained from the vote, deeming the proposals insufficient to meet decarbonisation goals.The United States did not participate in the vote, with a wave of environmental rollbacks by President Donald Trump, including carbon limits on power […]

[ad_1] Glenn Phillips walked off the field against SRH. He has been ruled out of IPL 2025. (PTI) New Zealand all-rounder Glenn Phillips has been ruled out of IPL 2025 due to a groin injury sustained while fielding as a substitute during Gujarat Titans' match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. This setback comes not long after GT lost pacer Kagiso Rabada, who returned home for personal reasons after playing just two matches.Phillips, who was yet to make his debut for GT this season, injured himself while attempting to save a boundary. The 28-year-old's IPL 2025 campaign ended before he could make an appearance for the franchise.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Gujarat Titans released a short official statement addressing the situation: "Gujarat Titans wish Glenn a speedy recovery."The injury marks a disappointing turn for Phillips, who had garnered attention […]

[ad_1] Mayawati and Rahul Gandhi (R) NEW DELHI: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati on Saturday directed her attack at leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha, for remaining silent during the debate on the Waqf Amendment Bill in Parliament.In a post on X, the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister questioned Gandhi's decision not to speak on the contentious Bill, despite widespread opposition to it."Despite the opposition denouncing the Waqf (Amendment) Bill and dubbing it as a case of flouting the Constitution like the CAA, is the decision of the LoP in Lok Sabha to not speak on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in the House despite the fact that there was an extensive debate on the issue justified?" she wrote.She added, "In any case, the Congress and the BJP are equally guilty of virtually depriving the Dalits of welfare, government […]

[ad_1] MS Dhoni had a short stay in the middle during Chennai Super Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants at Chepauk in IPL 2025. Chennai Super Kings suffered their historic third consecutive defeat at Chepauk in IPL 2025, scoring their lowest total of 103/9 at the venue, as Kolkata Knight Riders secured a dominant victory by chasing down the target in just 10.1 overs on Friday night. MS Dhoni, who returned as captain following Ruturaj Gaikwad's tournament-ending injury, managed only one run before being dismissed, albeit in controversial circumstances.Former India opener Virender Sehwag dismissed speculation about Dhoni's potential impact on the match outcome during the post-match show.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!"I don't think so. If he didn't get out, they could've scored a maximum of 130. KKR chased this target (104) down in 10.1 overs. We […]

[ad_1] China is refusing to back down in its tariff standoff with the United States because Beijing believes it has the strength and strategy to endure what it sees as "economic bullying" from Washington.Chinese leaders have repeatedly told the public that they are capable of absorbing the impact, President Xi Jinping told visiting Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez that China and the EU should jointly resist "unilateral bullying practices."“There are no winners in a trade war, and going against the world will only lead to self-isolation,” Xi said. He added, “For over 70 years, China’s development has relied on self-reliance and hard work — never on handouts from others.”China has imposed retaliatory tariffs of up to 125% on US goods and is actively expanding its trade partnerships with countries in Asia, Africa, and Europe. Xi is set to visit Malaysia, […]

[ad_1] After 4 months, the world's longest pig kidney transplant has failed. 53 year old Towana Looney received a kidney from a gene-edited pig on 25 November 2024, had it removed after the organ suddenly stopped functioning. The pig organ was removed on April 4. "The 4 months and 9 days Looney spent with the kidney set a new record for a pig organ in a human, but it is yet another setback for the long-struggling field known as xenotransplantation," Science reported.“I’m so grateful to have been given the opportunity to be part of this incredible research,” Looney told the media. “Though the outcome is not what anyone wanted, I know a lot was learned from my 130 days with a pig kidney—and that this can help and inspire many others in their journey to overcome kidney disease.”PollDo you believe […]

[ad_1] Amit Shah and MK Stalin (File photo) NEW DELHI: Tamil Nadu chief minister and DMK president MK Stalin on Friday slammed the renewed alliance between the AIADMK and BJP, calling it an “alliance of defeat” and branding Union home minister Amit Shah’s Chennai press conference “unworthy of the position he holds.”In a statement released by DMK, Stalin said, “The AIADMK-BJP alliance is an alliance of defeat. The people of Tamil Nadu are the ones who repeatedly handed down this defeat.” He criticised Shah for reviving a failed partnership without offering any ideological clarity. “Though it is his choice to confirm the AIADMK-BJP alliance, he did not clarify why this alliance was formed or on what ideological foundation it stands. Instead, he vaguely claimed they would work on forming a ‘common minimum programme.’”The DMK chief questioned whether core issues raised […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Congress leader Udit Raj on Saturday clarified his position on 26/11 key accused Tahawwur Rana's extradition, saying that his earlier statement was "twisted". He added that the Pakistani-origin Rana played a major role in the Mumbai terror attacks and should be given capital punishment after a swift trial.“He has the major role, but others were also involved. David Headley should also be brought, and Tahawwur Rana should be given capital punishment,” Raj said.His clarification comes after his earlier remarks questioning the extent of Rana’s involvement drew criticism. Udit Raj claimed that his statements had been misrepresented by what he called the “Godi Media.”“I have seen that my statement has been twisted. My stand has always been clear—that Tahawwur Rana should be hanged after a speedy trial,” he said.Rana, a close aide of David Headley—one of the key […]