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The EU Aviation Safety Agency advised airlines to avoid Iranian airspace amid heightened risks from US threats, warning of potential misidentification by Iran’s air-defence systems. Protests over living costs have killed at least 3,428 people, with over 10,000 arrests. The US threatened military action but praised Iran for canceling scheduled executions.
IndiGo has processed refunds for passengers affected by flight cancellations between December 3 and 5, the DGCA said. The airline also offered two ₹5,000 travel vouchers as a goodwill gesture. However, passengers continue to flag refund delays on social media. The DGCA has reviewed the disruptions and submitted a report, with action under consideration.
West Bengal opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari filed a ₹100-crore defamation suit against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her of falsely linking him to a coal scam. He moved Alipore court after she failed to reply to his legal notice. Adhikari said Banerjee offered no evidence and warned any damages awarded would be donated to charity.
The BJP and Eknath Shinde’s Shiv Sena are set to capture the BMC with 117 of 227 seats, ending the Thackerays’ decades-long control. BJP leads in 88 wards but needs Shinde’s 29 to govern, giving him kingmaker leverage. Shinde may demand the mayor’s post, citing Sena legacy, possibly through a 2.5-year power-sharing deal with the […]
PM Modi will visit West Bengal and Assam today and on Jan 18 to launch major rail and road projects. He will flag off India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train and new Amrit Bharat Express services. He will also attend a Bodo cultural event in Assam and lay the foundation for the Kaziranga Elevated Corridor […]
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado handed her 2025 Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump, calling it recognition of his support for Venezuelan democracy. The Nobel Committee clarified the award cannot be transferred. The gesture drew international criticism, with Norwegian officials and analysts calling it embarrassing and disrespectful.
India has moved closer to acquiring 114 additional Rafale fighter jets after the Defence Procurement Board cleared the proposal. The plan now goes to the Defence Acquisition Council and CCS. The move aims to address the IAF’s critical squadron shortage, worsened by MiG-21 retirements and delays in Tejas Mk1A deliveries, with a strong ‘Make in […]
India is in talks with the US to extend the Chabahar port sanctions waiver ahead of its April 2026 expiry, the MEA said. While exploring options to reduce exposure, India remains committed to the project’s strategic role. New US tariffs are expected to minimally impact India-Iran trade, amid concerns over Indian citizens’ safety in Iran.
Security forces launched a heliborne counter-insurgency operation in Manipur’s Churachandpur district, deploying Para Special Forces and Assam Rifles into dense jungle areas. The operation targeted suspected Kuki insurgent hideouts, including the non-SoO United Kuki National Army. The action follows continued violence since May 2023, which has killed over 260 people.
After winning the BMC with BJP support, Shiv Sena chief Eknath Shinde said the Thackerays were misleading voters by claiming the Marathi manoos faced danger. He argued only their parties’ existence was threatened. Shinde said Mumbai chose development over emotion, adding the BJP–Sena alliance crossed the majority mark.
Kartik Aaryan’s film underperformed at the box office, but he chose to forego his Rs 15 crore fee, easing the producers’ losses. The gesture has earned industry-wide respect, highlighting his professionalism and empathy. Despite the setback, Kartik remains a bankable star, proving that character can matter more than box office numbers.
Uddhav and Raj Thackeray reunited after 20 years to reclaim Shiv Sena’s legacy, but the move backfired. Shiv Sena (UBT) won 73 wards, while Raj’s MNS managed only 10. Raj’s aggressive Marathi-only stance reportedly alienated non-Maharashtrian voters, suggesting Uddhav might have fared better contesting alone or with Congress in the BMC elections.
Mushrooms are nutrient-rich, offering vitamins, minerals, protein, fiber, and antioxidants. Regular consumption can boost immunity, support heart and bone health, aid weight loss, and improve mental well-being. While some avoid them, mushrooms provide overall health benefits when eaten in moderation and can be a powerful addition to a balanced diet.
The Indian government blocked 242 illegal betting and gambling websites to protect users, especially youth, from financial and social harm. Over 7,800 sites have been blocked since the Online Gaming Act. Authorities are cracking down faster under the new law, and more illegal platforms will continue to be shut down nationwide.
Good news for Prabhas fans! His upcoming film ‘Spirit,’ directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, will release worldwide on March 5, 2026. The recently unveiled first-look poster has already created a buzz, and the director’s official announcement has heightened excitement. Fans are eagerly awaiting the high-octane entertainer from the popular actor-director duo.