Islamabad: Pakistan has begun repair work at the Bholari Air Base near Karachi, months after the facility was heavily damaged during India’s military operation known as Operation Sindoor, according to satellite imagery and media reports. The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is currently in the early stages of repairing a damaged aircraft hangar at the base. … Read more
New Delhi: Indian oil refiners are increasingly avoiding purchases of Russian crude oil, signaling a cautious shift in strategy as India and the United States move closer to finalizing a bilateral trade agreement. According to industry sources cited by Reuters, major Indian refiners have refrained from buying Russian oil scheduled for delivery in April and … Read more
Nagpur, India | Day 1 of Advantage Vidarbha 2026 – Khasdar Audyogik Mahotsav marked a major boost for industrial and infrastructure development in central India, with Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) worth ₹10,880 crore (approximately USD 1.3 billion) signed, paving the way for more than 6,000 direct and indirect jobs across the Vidarbha region. The event, … Read more
Sabarkantha, Gujarat: Authorities in India’s Gujarat state have uncovered a shocking case of food adulteration after busting a factory allegedly producing toxic fake milk using detergent, urea, and other chemicals. Five people have been arrested, while the main owner of the facility remains absconding. The raid was conducted in the Salal area of Prantij taluka … Read more
Balodabazar, Chhattisgarh: Authorities in Chhattisgarh’s Balodabazar–Bhatapara district have intensified their crackdown on illegal sand mining, seizing six tractors loaded with sand during a late-night operation. The action has triggered panic among illegal sand operators in the region. The operation was carried out on Saturday night in Bhanpur village under the Sonakhan tehsil, following repeated complaints … Read more
Raipur, Chhattisgarh: Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar on Tuesday said that India’s Union Budget 2026–27 is not merely an annual financial document but a long-term roadmap aimed at transforming the country into a developed nation by 2047. Speaking at an interaction program held at the New Circuit House in Raipur … Read more
Mumbai: India may have started their T20 World Cup campaign with a win, but their opening match against the United States delivered a timely and necessary warning. The victory came through experience and composure under pressure, not dominance—and it exposed areas that stronger opponents will be quick to exploit. India will face Namibia in their … Read more
Kabirdham, Chhattisgarh: A small village in India’s Chhattisgarh state has received a new name—and with it, a renewed sense of dignity and hope. The village formerly known as Chandarpur has officially been renamed Chandanpur, following a state government notification published in the official gazette. For decades, residents said the old name often caused embarrassment and … Read more
Bilaspur : South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) emerged as the champion of the Coal India Limited (CIL) Inter-Company Hockey Tournament 2025–26 after defeating Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) by a convincing 6–1 margin in the grand finale held at the Late B.R. Yadav International Hockey Stadium in Bahtarai, Bilaspur. The tournament, hosted under the aegis of … Read more
Surajpur, India: An unusual complaint has left police officials puzzled in Surajpur district of India’s Chhattisgarh state, where a forest department fire watcher has been carrying a bag of cooked rice for over a week, claiming it was poisoned in an attempt to kill him. The complainant, identified as Ramdhar Pandu, a fire watcher from … Read more
Bilaspur, India: A case of alleged land fraud has surfaced in Bilaspur, where the director of FM Group and his associates are accused of cheating a government employee of ₹13.5 lakh on the pretext of selling land. The complainant, Ravikant Sharma, a clerk posted at the Bilaspur Collectorate and a resident of Sai Nagar in … Read more
New Delhi: India and the United States have agreed on the framework of an important interim trade deal, but New Delhi has made it clear that it will not compromise on sensitive domestic sectors. Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed that while the agreement opens new opportunities for Indian exporters, critical agriculture and … Read more
Kochi: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Nitin Nabin on Saturday said the party will continue its fight for justice on the Sabarimala issue, accusing both the ruling alliance and the opposition in Kerala of politicizing the sensitive matter. Speaking to reporters after offering prayers at the Sri Adi Shankara Janmabhoomi Temple in Kalady and visiting … Read more
New Delhi: India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, on Saturday said that the proposed interim trade framework between India and the United States will deliver significant benefits to Indian youth, farmers, fishermen, and small businesses, while keeping sensitive agricultural and dairy sectors fully protected. Welcoming the framework agreement announced by the two countries, … Read more
New Delhi: Engineers India Limited (EIL), in partnership with GAIL (India) Limited, has successfully commissioned a 60 kilotonnes per annum (KTPA) Polypropylene (PP) plant at GAIL’s Pata Petrochemical Complex, marking a key milestone in India’s expanding petrochemical sector. With the facility now fully operational, the new unit will produce three advanced grades of polypropylene—homopolymer, impact … Read more
New Delhi: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), India’s largest upstream oil and gas producer, has been awarded the Global Energy & Environment Foundation (GEEF) Platinum Award for Safety and Environmental Management 2026, underscoring its leadership in safety excellence and environmental responsibility in the global energy industry. The prestigious award recognizes ONGC’s sustained commitment to … Read more
Mumbai: Voting is underway today across Maharashtra for the general elections to 12 District Councils (Zilla Parishads) and 125 Panchayat Samitis under them. Polling began at 7:30 a.m. and will continue until 5:30 p.m., amid tight security arrangements. The elections cover 731 seats in District Councils and 1,462 seats in Panchayat Samitis. A total of … Read more
Hyderabad: Valentine’s Week 2026 is bringing a wave of excitement for OTT audiences, with major streaming platforms rolling out a diverse lineup of films and series across genres. From fantasy horror comedies and political dramas to animated sci-fi action and romantic comedies, viewers will have plenty of options to binge during the week of love. … Read more
Guwahati: The death toll from a devastating explosion at an illegal coal mine in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills district has risen to 25, police said on Friday. The blast occurred on Thursday in the remote Sutnga area, which has long been notorious for unlawful coal mining activities. Superintendent of Police Vikas Kumar confirmed that rescue … Read more
New Delhi: As India moves toward the final merger of Power Finance Corporation (PFC) and REC Limited in 2026, attention has returned to the landmark transaction that set the stage for this consolidation — a ₹14,500-crore acquisition completed in 2019. In a strategic decision approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), PFC acquired … Read more
Bastar, India: Once known for fear and isolation due to Maoist influence, Tiriya village in India’s Bastar district has now transformed into a thriving eco-tourism destination—driven entirely by the power of its local Gram Sabha (village council). Much like the well-known Dhudmaras village, Tiriya is fast gaining recognition on the tourism map of Chhattisgarh and … Read more
New Delhi: The Budget Session of Parliament 2026 is expected to witness continued disruptions on Thursday as proceedings resume amid sustained protests by opposition parties. Lawmakers are likely to reconvene shortly, but the atmosphere in both Houses remains tense following repeated adjournments over the past few days. The session has been marked by loud sloganeering … Read more
New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), under the leadership of Governor Sanjay Malhotra, has decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, signaling a cautious approach amid mixed economic signals. The decision was taken during the latest meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) and reflects the central bank’s effort to strike … Read more
Durg, India: In a dramatic and unconventional protest, a municipal councillor in Bhilai has resorted to begging in public to draw attention to the severe financial crisis facing the Bhilai Municipal Corporation. Santosh Maurya, councillor from Ward No. 15 (Sundar Nagar), staged a symbolic demonstration by sitting outside a Sai Temple for several hours, holding … Read more
