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Bharat Bandh today: People face inconvenience as strike disrupts government offices

India | Feb 12, 2026, 04:22 PM IST

The Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) has declared its complete support for the strike, and unions representing agricultural work

Bharat Bandh tomorrow: Know what's open and what's closed across India as trade unions announce stir

India | Feb 11, 2026, 09:54 AM IST

Organisers have said the protest could see participation from more than 30 crore workers. A joint platform representing ten central trade unions has confirmed that the strike will proceed as planned.

US government enters partial shutdown amid funding deadlock

US government enters partial shutdown as budget deadline passes

World | Jan 31, 2026, 11:27 AM IST

Few months after the last major funding fight, the US government slipped into a partial shutdown on Saturday, after lawmakers missed the Jan 30 deadline to pass key spending legislation.

The US Capitol is photographed on the 37th day of the

Senate passes bill to end record 41-day government shutdown as health care fight looms

World | Nov 11, 2025, 09:50 AM IST

Five moderate Democrats joined Republicans to pass the bill after weeks of gridlock over expiring health care tax credits. The agreement, brokered by Sens. Jeanne Shaheen, Maggie Hassan, and Angus King, extends government funding through late January and guarantees back pay for federal workers.

US government shutdown: What does it mean and who will it impact? All you need to know

Explainers | Oct 01, 2025, 11:53 AM IST

A shutdown of the US federal government means that all non-essential functions of government are frozen. And this will affect everything from social security to air travel to national park access.

Vodafone Idea to shut down its operation post FY26? Here's why it is asking for urgent govt support

Technology | May 19, 2025, 03:25 PM IST

Airtel and Vi are two operators severely impacted by the AGR ruling. Vi is finding it difficult to operate due to a declining user base and rising dues.

City of Jaisalmer during blackout amid escalating tensions

Jaisalmer on high alert: Complete blackout, market shutdown amid India-Pakistan tensions

Rajasthan | May 09, 2025, 05:05 PM IST

Jaisalmer has enforced a complete blackout, market closure, and movement restrictions amid rising India-Pakistan border tensions and recent security threats.

Microsoft officially shuts down Skype today, Teams takes over

Technology | May 05, 2025, 05:08 PM IST

Microsoft is set to discontinue the service of a widely used video calling app. The company acquired Skype in 2011, which was launched in 2003.

Internet to stop working across the world today? Know the truth behind viral claims

Technology | Jan 16, 2025, 12:00 AM IST

There are many rumours circulating around the world that the internet will stop working on January 16, 2025. Here is the truth behind this viral claim.

US President-elect Donald Tump with Elon Musk

US House rejects Trump-backed plan on government shutdown, Musk warns 'America headed for disaster'

World | Dec 20, 2024, 08:44 AM IST

debate over the debt ceiling is at the centre of a dispute over funding that is pushing Washington to the brink of a federal government shutdown.

Jammu's Katra to observe full shutdown on Dec 18 in protest against proposed ropeway project

Jammu and Kashmir | Dec 17, 2024, 09:41 PM IST

Katra town will observe a complete shutdown on December 18 to protest the proposed Rs 250-crore ropeway project, with locals fearing it will harm the town's economy and pilgrimage-related businesses.

Airtel to discontinue Wynk Music, offers iPhone users better deal

Technology | Sep 19, 2024, 02:48 PM IST

Airtel is planning to discontinue its music streaming platform, Wynk Music. This app from Airtel enables users to stream music online, similar to apps like YouTube Music, Amazon Music, and Spotify.

Internet in uproar as 'RIP Cartoon Network' trends amidst shutdown rumours

Trending | Jul 10, 2024, 02:14 PM IST

Cartoon Network shutdown rumours spark #RIPCartoonNetwork trend. Fans mourn & animators fear job cuts. Is Cartoon Network truly dead? Find out the truth & fan reactions here.

Pakistan: Elon Musk's X working with Shehbaz Sharif govt to 'understand concerns' amid ban

World | Apr 18, 2024, 06:24 PM IST

Pakistan's interior ministry on Wednesday said the platform's failure to address misuse necessitated a ban on the microblogging site. The decision to ban X (Twitter) was met with widespread criticism from human rights organisations, press bodies and political parties.

Pakistan imposed ban on Twitter in February over national security concerns: Interior ministry

World | Apr 17, 2024, 04:56 PM IST

Pakistan's latest revelation confirms the long-suspected Twitter shutdown in the country after the general elections held on February 8. The interior ministry said that the platform's failure to address misuse necessitated a ban on the microblogging site.

Will Biden government run out of funds? Congress racing to strike a deal, aid for Ukraine unlikely

World | Feb 29, 2024, 12:15 PM IST

Under the new plan being considered, Congress would temporarily extend funding for one set of agencies covered under six spending bills through March 8 and for another set of agencies through March 22.

Pakistan's national carrier is facing its worst crisis in

Pakistan's national carrier PIA on verge of shutdown as over 500 flights cancelled in 11 days

World | Oct 27, 2023, 06:26 PM IST

The Pakistan International Airlines is experiencing a grave financial crisis after the Federal Bureau of Revenue (FBR) froze all of its bank accounts due to non-payment of taxes. This crisis was further exacerbated when the Pakistan State Oil (PSO) cut off its fuel supply.

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