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Adani Group-owned Navi Mumbai International Airport recorded a strong start, handling 26,021 passengers in its first 5 days of commercial operations. Arrivals numbered 12,431 and departures 13,590. Traffic peaked over the weekend, with over 11,000 travellers on Saturday and Sunday combined. The airport handled 162 scheduled flight movements during the period.
IndiGo said tax authorities imposed a ₹458.26 crore GST penalty for FY 2018-19 to 2022-23 under Section 74, which it will contest. The airline termed the order erroneous and said it won’t affect operations. Separately, a ₹14.6 lakh GST penalty for FY 2021-22 was imposed, also under appeal, over denied input tax credit by authorities […]
Ten countries warned Gaza’s aid crisis is now dire as winter begins. They said civilians face cold, flooding, poor shelter, weak healthcare, and sanitation collapse. Ministers urged Israel to open crossings, ease import rules, let NGOs and the UN work freely, and allow more aid trucks to reach needy families across Gaza Strip today urgently.
Nearly half of cars sold in South Africa in 2025 are linked to India, either built by firms like Mahindra and Tata or using Indian components, Lightstone said. Indian imports dominated passenger vehicles, while Chinese brands formed just 11% in 2024. Analysts say lower prices help buyers but worry local manufacturing and long-term industry health.
India’s foreign minister S. Jaishankar will attend former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia’s state funeral in Dhaka today, despite strained ties. PM Modi expressed sorrow at her death. Zia, Bangladesh’s first woman prime minister, died aged 80 after a long illness. Bangladesh declared three days of mourning, with leaders from abroad expected there.
Actress Sunny Leone is set to attend New Year celebrations in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. However, hundreds of saints are demanding the cancellation of her program, claiming it promotes obscenity. Religious groups argue that hosting such events in the sacred birthplace of Lord Krishna is inappropriate and have launched protests against the celebrations.
The crime comedy ‘Paanch Minar,’ starring Raj Tarun and Rashi Singh and directed by Ram Kadumula, made its OTT debut just seven days after its theatrical release. Following its strong response, the film is now set to premiere on Aha as a New Year special on January 1, 2026. Supporting roles include Ajay Ghosh, Brahmaji, […]
India responded to China’s criticism of the film Battle of Galwan, saying filmmakers enjoy artistic freedom. Government sources said the Centre has no role in the movie and concerns can be raised with the Defence Ministry. Chinese media claimed the Salman Khan-starrer distorts facts of the 2020 Galwan Valley clash.
Eurostar has suspended all London-Europe services due to a major power issue in the Channel Tunnel, affecting travel to Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and Disneyland Paris. Delays stem from an overhead power failure and a broken Le Shuttle train. Passengers are urged to postpone travel or seek refunds, with no resumption time announced.
Turmeric is a common home remedy for cough and cold, offering gentle support rather than instant relief. Its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties help soothe throat irritation, ease congestion, support immunity and improve sleep. Taken warm with milk or water, it can complement treatment while the body recovers naturally.
The ED has alleged massive corruption in Chhattisgarh’s Excise Department between 2019 and 2023 in a supplementary prosecution complaint. The agency claims the scam generated proceeds of crime worth about ₹2,883 crore. It named 59 new accused, taking the total number of accused in the case to 81, with further probes underway at present.
Winter brings carrot season, with red and orange varieties widely consumed. Both are nutritious, rich in fibre, vitamins and antioxidants. Red carrots, available mainly in winter, contain lycopene and support heart health and metabolism. Orange carrots are year-round, high in beta-carotene, vitamin A and E, benefiting eyesight, skin, bones and immunity.
The Ministry of Defence signed contracts worth ₹4,666 crore to procure CQB carbines for the Indian Army and Navy and heavyweight torpedoes for the Navy. The deals aim to boost modernization and operational readiness of the Armed Forces. The contracts were signed at South Block in New Delhi in the presence of Defense Secretary Rajesh […]
Pooja Hegde and Sreeleela are at a career crossroads, awaiting a major Kollywood hit. Pooja’s visibility continues through song appearances, with hopes on Jana Nayagan. Sreeleela’s performance in Parashakti may showcase her acting skills. Both need a strong success soon to secure relevance in the competitive Tamil film industry.
The romantic drama ‘Raju Weds Rambai,’ starring Akhil Raj Uddemari and Tejaswini, became a sleeper hit, earning around Rs. 20 crores. Directed by Saailu Kaampati, the film recently began streaming on ETV Win, racking up over 100 million streaming minutes in 14 days. Chaitu Jonnalagadda played the antagonist, with Shivaji Raja and Anita Chowdary in […]