Satheesan Defends Hindu Aikya Vedi Meeting, Targets Pinarayi Over RSS Row
Kerala CM Rejects Allegations of Secret Political Outreach Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan on Tuesday defended his meeting with leaders of the Hindu Aikya Vedi, asserting that the interaction was conducted openly and transparently, unlike what he alleged were the previous government’s covert engagements with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).
Navi Mumbai Airport Launches First International Flight to Abu Dhabi
Air India Express Opens Global Operations at NMIA Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) has officially entered the global aviation network with the launch of its first scheduled international passenger service—an Air India Express flight to Abu Dhabi. The inaugural flight marks a major milestone for India’s newest greenfield airport and
Asian Currencies Stay Subdued as Middle East Tensions and Weak China Data Weigh on Markets
Asian currencies traded in a narrow range on Wednesday as investors remained cautious amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and weaker-than-expected economic data from China. Although the US dollar softened after lower-than-expected US inflation figures, risk sentiment across regional currency markets remained subdued. The Chinese yuan came under
US-Iran Conflict Escalates as Naval Blockade and Airstrikes Intensify in Middle East
The conflict between the United States and Iran has entered a dangerous new phase, with Washington intensifying its naval blockade and launching another round of airstrikes against Iranian military targets. The latest escalation has heightened fears of a wider regional conflict while disrupting global energy markets and maritime trade through
Piyush Goyal Hails India-UK Trade Agreement as Landmark Pact Comes Into Force
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has welcomed the formal implementation of the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), describing it as a landmark achievement that will significantly strengthen bilateral trade, investment and economic cooperation between the two countries. The agreement officially came into force on July 15 after
Konyak Union Opposes Oil Exploration Until Assam-Nagaland Border Dispute Is Resolved
The Konyak Union has called on the Central and Nagaland governments to halt oil exploration activities along the Assam-Nagaland border until the long-pending inter-state boundary dispute is fully resolved. The organisation argued that any exploration or extraction of natural resources before a final settlement could undermine the rights of local
Supreme Court Questions Whether English Can Be Considered an Indigenous Indian Language
The Supreme Court on Monday raised an intriguing constitutional and linguistic question while hearing petitions challenging the Central Board of Secondary Education’s (CBSE) three-language policy: whether English, after centuries of use in India, can now be regarded as an indigenous Indian language. The observation came during arguments over the implementation
Khajuraho Airport Tops National Customer Satisfaction Survey, Bhopal Secures Third Place
Khajuraho Airport has been ranked as the best airport in India in the 2026 National Customer Satisfaction Index (NCSI), highlighting its exceptional passenger services and operational efficiency. Bhopal’s Raja Bhoj Airport also delivered an impressive performance by securing the third position, underscoring Madhya Pradesh’s growing reputation for quality airport infrastructure
Centre Launches ‘Seafarer-First’ Initiative to Protect Indians Amid Hormuz Crisis
The Central government has announced a comprehensive “Seafarer-First” initiative to ensure the safety of every Indian seafarer operating in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz and Gulf of Oman, regardless of the flag under which their vessel is registered. The move comes after an Indian sailor was killed and several
Relief for India and China as US Softens Proposed Tariffs on Russian Oil Buyers
India and China have received a major reprieve after US lawmakers revised a proposed sanctions bill targeting countries that continue importing Russian oil and natural gas. The updated legislation reduces the maximum tariff that could be imposed on the largest buyers of Russian energy from the originally proposed 500% to
