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The US has suspended leases for five East Coast offshore wind farms, citing national security over potential radar interference. Shares of Orsted, Vestas, and Dominion Energy fell sharply. The move, part of ongoing restrictions under the Trump administration, adds to legal and operational challenges for the struggling US offshore wind industry.
India has achieved another key milestone in global trade by finalising a free trade agreement with New Zealand, marking its third FTA with a Five Eyes (5I) nation. This development strengthens India’s economic ties with key global partners and is expected to boost exports, investment flows, and strategic cooperation across multiple sectors in coming years.
Venezuela said Russia has expressed full support as the country faces a US blockade of sanctioned oil tankers in the Caribbean. Foreign Minister Yvan Gil said Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov reaffirmed Moscow’s solidarity with President Nicolas Maduro and the Venezuelan people amid what Caracas described as hostile actions by Washington.
The Telangana government has decided to cancel elections to Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies (PACS) and adopt appointments on the lines of Agricultural Market Committees. It aims to form governing bodies before Sankranti. Each PACS will have a 13-member panel with a chairman, vice-chairman and 11 directors, including three posts.
Boeing plans to raise monthly 737 production to 47 by late spring or early summer 2026, up from 42 since September. VP Katie Ringgold said 2025 will focus on stability, 2026 on growth. Indian airlines operate over 150 737s and have about 400 on order. The backlog is nearly 6,000 aircraft. Deliveries have faced delays […]
Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir is currently under intense scrutiny after recent criticism over team performances. Amid this pressure, speculation is growing that he may consider stepping down after the next T20 World Cup. Reports suggest Gambhir plans to assess his future based on India’s results in the tournament before making any final decision.
President Donald Trump announced plans for a massive new Navy warship he calls a “battleship,” part of a proposed “Golden Fleet.” He claims it would surpass WWII-era Iowa-class ships and feature hypersonic missiles, rail guns and lasers, despite ongoing Navy struggles with cost overruns, delays, and unproven technologies. Trump says he will help design it.
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A NITI Aayog report shows Andhra Pradesh leads India in students studying abroad. In 2016, 46,818 students went abroad, rising to 62,771 by 2018. COVID-19 reduced the number to 35,614 in 2020. Despite the drop, Andhra Pradesh continues to have the highest number of Indian students pursuing education overseas.
In Japan, the “Rent a Family” service is trending online. People can hire actors as friends, parents, or relatives to reduce loneliness or for events. These actors act like real family—laughing at weddings, crying at funerals. The service costs around 10,000 yen per person, offering companionship when needed.
Swiggy Instamart’s 2025 report revealed unusual shopping habits, including a Chennai user spending over Rs 1 lakh on condoms through 228 orders. Condoms appeared in one of every 127 orders, peaking in September. The report also highlighted big spends on gadgets, pet supplies, tips for delivery partners, and gifting spikes across Indian cities.
The Telangana High Court refused to stay the state govt’s decision to reorganise the GHMC. It dismissed petitions against ward delimitation and the merger of 27 urban local bodies. The court accepted the govt’s claim that objections were invited and data was shared online. GHMC wards will rise from 150 to 300, expanding the city’s […]
PM Narendra Modi welcomed the BJP–MGP alliance’s victory in the Goa Zilla Panchayat elections, calling it support for good governance. BJP won 30 seats, while MGP secured two. Modi thanked Goans for their trust and said the mandate would strengthen efforts toward Goa’s development and people-centric governance.
The Delhi High Court protected actor Madhavan’s personality rights and ordered the removal of fake trailers, obscene AI videos, and unauthorised merchandise using his image. The court barred websites from using his name or face without consent. Fake trailers of non-existent films were cited. The court will review broader AI-related legal issues in May 2026.
Apple warns iPhone users to stop using Google Chrome. It advises using Safari instead for better privacy protection. A new report supports this, ranking Chrome as the worst mainstream browser for tracking. Safari scored much better in privacy tests. This warning comes as Apple updates iOS with enhanced anti-fingerprinting features.