Cars Without ESC To Get Only 1-Star Rating Under GNCAP

The Global New Car Assessment Programme (GNCAP) has introduced a tougher crash-testing protocol effective August 2025, raising the bar for vehicle safety worldwide. Among the most significant changes is a stricter mandate for Electronic Stability Control (ESC) fitment, which will remain in effect until at least 2029. The Maruti Victoris, recently awarded five stars, became the first made-in-India vehicle to be rated under this updated system.

Punjab Education Reforms Boosts Schools

India - 56 min ago

Punjab's Education Minister highlights Rs 2,300 crore invested in school infrastructure, Wi-Fi, better classrooms, and improved results under the AAP government.

Afghanistan's Female Labour Force Participation Plunges To 5.1% Since Taliban Takeover: ILO

India - 1 hr, 17 min ago

The International Labour Organization estimates that only 5.1% of workers in Afghanistan are women, five years after the Taliban's return to power. That's less than a third of the proportion in 2019 and 2020.

Skoda Octavia RS Second Batch Bookings Open - 50 Units

Automobiles - 1 hr, 39 min ago

Czech carmaker Skoda has opened bookings for a second batch of the Octavia RS in India, with just 50 units on offer this time around. Bookings begin today, and deliveries are scheduled to start in October.