India’s space industry to cross $40 billion by 2030 on rapid commercialisation, policy reforms: Report

New Delhi, Oct 17 India’s space sector is undergoing a rapid commercial transformation after policy reforms that have opened the industry to private firms and created a new framework that would allow commercial enterprises to participate across the full spectrum of space activities, a new report has said. The report from Tanzania-based The Guardian said … Read more

“US itself buying diesel from Russia”: Former diplomat Fabian after Trump waives sanctions under Lindsey Graham Act

After US President Donald Trump waived sanctions related to Russian fuel sales under the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, former diplomat KP Fabian on Saturday said that the US could not levy tariffs on other countries when Washington itself aims to buy Russian diesel. Speaking to ANI, Fabian said that the pretext … Read more

“Trump trying to gain popularity”: Waiel Awwad says Russia oil sanctions waiver “big relief” for India

 Foreign affairs expert Waiel Awwad termed the waiving of sanctions under the Lindsey O. Graham Act as a “big relief” for India, while noting that the move comes as US President Trump is set to face the November midterm elections. Speaking to ANI, Awwad suggested that despite the relief, New Delhi should put consideration into … Read more

Lights, camera, action: Bengaluru’s Namma Metro now open for cinema shoots inside trains

BMRCL permits movie and serial shootings in Bengaluru Metro, introducing guidelines to ensure minimal disruption and passenger safety. Kannada films offered a discount on the Rs 6 lakh per day fee, with clear timelines for shoot completion and stringent security measures. Productions in other languages require permission within fifty days, maintaining adherence to specified rules. … Read more

Houthi strikes: Air India extends Saudi Arabia flight ban to Oct 24

Air India and Air India Express have extended their temporary suspension of flights to Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dammam in Saudi Arabia until October 24 amid Houthi rebels’ strikes. Passengers are being offered complimentary rebooking options. Air India and Air India Express have extended their temporary suspension of flights to and from Jeddah, Riyadh and Dammam … Read more

WUC urges Rubio to address Uyghur vulnerability in Central Asia visit

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has urged US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to address the growing vulnerability of Uyghurs in Central Asia to China’s transnational repression during his upcoming visit to Uzbekistan for the C5+1 Ministerial. The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has called on US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to address the growing … Read more

Dhruv Rathee Defamation Case: Delhi Court Issues Bailable Warrants

A Delhi court issued bailable warrants against YouTuber Dhruv Rathee in a 2018 defamation case. The warrants were issued after a process server reported his residence locked during an attempt to serve summons. The case was filed by Vikas Pandey. A Delhi court has issued bailable warrants against YouTuber Dhruv Rathee in a 2018 defamation … Read more

Rajouri Judo meet aims to curb drug abuse, mobile addiction in kids

A District Judo Championship in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, is promoting sports among children to foster overall development, discipline, and sportsmanship, aiming to keep them away from negative influences like drug abuse and mobile addiction. The District Judo Championship is being organised at the Indoor Complex of the Sports Stadium, Rajouri, with the aim of … Read more

Abhijeet Dipke’s arrest unlawful, urged people to unfurl Tiranga: CJP

Cockroach Janta Party’s legal head Ratna Singh questioned activist Abhijeet Dipke’s arrest, calling it unlawful. She said he merely urged people to unfurl the national flag and alleged violations of due process and fundamental rights by Delhi Police. Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) legal affairs head Ratna Singh, representing activist Abhijeet Dipke, on Saturday questioned the … Read more

BJD sees BJP downfall despite ABVP’s student poll win in Odisha

BJD MLA Arun Sahoo claimed BJP suffered a setback in Odisha student polls, calling it the ‘beginning of their downfall’, despite the ABVP winning more president and general secretary posts across 13 universities. Saying that despite the local administration in Bhubaneswar allegedly “dancing to the BJP’s music”, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MLA Arun Kumar Sahoo … Read more