Vande Bharat Stops for 1 Hour After Bird Strike
A Vande Bharat Express train was halted for nearly an hour near Bengaluru after a bird strike damaged its power supply. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon. Read the full details here.
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India's Tech Hiring Drops to 5-Year Low in January
India's tech sector sees a sharp hiring decline in January 2024, hitting a five-year low. Discover key insights from Naukri's JobSpeak Index and what it means for IT professionals.
Maruti Suzuki's Record April 2025 Production: 2.25 Lakh+ Cars
Maruti Suzuki India achieves a historic milestone with record production of over 2.25 lakh vehicles in April 2025, signaling strong demand and robust manufacturing capacity.
22 Electronics Projects Worth Rs 2.58 Lakh Crore Approved
India's government has approved 22 major electronics projects, including Foxconn and Samsung, across eight states. The move is set to boost production by Rs 2.58 lakh crore. Read more.
Manufacturing Growth Dips to 2-Year Low in December
India's manufacturing sector growth slowed sharply in December 2025, with the PMI hitting a 24-month low of 55. Read the full analysis of the slowdown from October's peak.
Kamaraj Road in Bengaluru Fully Reopens After 6-Year Closure
Bengaluru's key Kamaraj Road stretch between MG Road and Cubbon Road is now fully open, ending a six-year closure for Metro work. This move is set to significantly improve traffic flow and connectivity between Commercial Street and Brigade Road. Read more
Jandiala Guru Bridge in Amritsar Set for June 2025 Finish
The long-awaited bridge on Jandiala Guru road in Amritsar is finally nearing completion, with officials targeting a June 2025 deadline. This crucial infrastructure project promises to ease traffic and improve connectivity for residents. Read more about th
1907 Ground Tax in Lyallpur: Colonial Revenue Policy
In 1907, the British Raj imposed a ground tax in Lyallpur, now Faisalabad. This colonial revenue policy aimed to boost income from the fertile Chenab Colony. Discover its historical impact.
500 Acres in Noida for AI & Fintech Hub by YEIDA
YEIDA earmarks 500 acres in Sector 11 for an AI and financial services hub. The plan includes data centres and aims to attract global firms, boosting Noida's tech ecosystem. Read more.
Mumbai Metro 3 Improves Life for Seniors, Professionals
Mumbai's Metro 3 Aqua Line is transforming daily commutes and social lives. Retired couples and young professionals share how the new infrastructure saves time, reduces stress, and opens up the city. Discover the impact and the challenges that remain.
Chennai Metro's 2025 Ridership Soars to Record 11.19 Crore
Chennai Metro Rail (CMRL) achieves its highest-ever annual ridership of 11.19 crore passengers in 2025. Discover the growth journey, digital ticket discounts, and future outlook for Chennai's urban transit.
TSX Rises 0.5% in 2026 Opening, Energy Shares Jump
Canada's TSX composite index started 2026 with a 0.5% gain, led by surging uranium and energy shares, despite weak manufacturing data. Read the full market analysis.
PHL Variable Insurance Faces Liquidation, Legal Action Looms
Connecticut regulators abandon rehab plan for PHL Variable Insurance, may liquidate. A $2.2B shortfall found. Policyholders' $500M+ withheld. Potential lawsuit against Golden Gate Capital. Read for details.
7 Dead in Ludhiana Factory Fire Due to Safety Lapses
A major fire at a Ludhiana factory claims 7 lives, exposing severe safety failures. Read the full investigation and urgent calls for stricter enforcement.
Oil Steady at $61 as Supply Surplus Offsets OPEC Risks
Oil markets opened 2026 cautiously as a forecast 3.8 million barrel daily surplus counters Middle East tensions. Key OPEC meeting set for Jan 4. Read the full analysis.
Kolkata Metro Airport-Birati Work Starts After Puja
Construction of the 6.8 km Kolkata Metro Yellow Line extension from the airport to Birati has officially begun. The Rs 1,330 crore project, awarded to Cemindia, aims to enhance connectivity to Barasat. Read the latest updates.
Bengaluru Suburban Rail Cost Jumps Rs 1,000 Crore
The Bengaluru suburban rail project faces a massive cost escalation of Rs 1,000 crore while progress remains slow. Get the latest details on the cabinet's approval.
Kolkata Delivery Partners Strike Over Low Wages
Around 60 e-commerce delivery partners in Kolkata's Tollygunge are on strike demanding better pay. Services disrupted in Bansdroni area. Read the full story.
Kolkata's 'Mini Bangladesh' hit by 2nd year of tourist slump
Central Kolkata's 'Mini Bangladesh' area sees a sharp drop in Bangladeshi tourists for the second consecutive Dec-Jan season, hurting traders and hoteliers. Read about their cautious hope for the new year.
Dow Rises on Nvidia, Intel Gains; Trump Delays Furniture Tariffs
The Dow Jones ended higher, snapping a four-day losing streak, led by gains in Nvidia and Intel. Furniture stocks surged after Trump postponed tariff hikes. Tesla slid on weak sales. Key market insights for 2026.
Footwear factory in Malappuram gutted in major fire
A footwear manufacturing unit in Malappuram's Aravankara was destroyed in a major fire on Friday. 11 fire tenders fought for 6 hours to control the blaze. Suspected cause is a short circuit.
10 Bengaluru Flyovers, Underpasses to be Ready in 2026
The GBA has announced plans to complete 10 critical flyover and underpass projects in Bengaluru by 2026, aiming to ease the city's notorious traffic congestion. Read the full timeline.
India's Fiscal Policy as Preventive Economic Medicine
India's fiscal discipline is acting as preventive medicine for the economy, creating buffers against global shocks. Learn how this strategy ensures stability and growth.
22 Electronics Projects Worth Rs 41,000 Crore Get Nod
India's government approves 22 major electronics manufacturing proposals under the PLI Scheme 2.0, totaling Rs 41,000 crore. Haryana secures three key projects, boosting local job creation and tech exports.
7 Oil Tankers Avoid Venezuela Amid US Sanctions Threat
US sanctions force oil tankers to avoid Venezuela, hitting Maduro's regime. Storage fills, production plunges. Chevron continues under license. Read the latest.
Bengaluru Boosts Compensation for 948 Acres to Complete PRR
Karnataka government increases compensation for 948 acres to accelerate Bengaluru's Peripheral Ring Road. Learn about the new rates, land acquisition details, and project impact.
RBI Rate Cut Amid Robust Growth Marks Policy Shift
The RBI's latest rate cut reveals a pragmatic shift, acknowledging that inflation targeting alone cannot steer growth. Experts analyze the new policy direction. Read more.
AP Tobacco Farmers Protest Central Tax Hike
Thousands of tobacco farmers in Andhra Pradesh protest against the Centre's steep tax increase, warning it will destroy livelihoods and boost illegal smuggling. FAIFA demands a rollback.
90-Day Annual Work Threshold for Gig Worker Benefits Proposed
India's Labour Ministry proposes a 90-day annual work threshold for gig workers to qualify for social security. Learn about the draft rules under the Social Security Code 2020.
Goa Launches Digital Land Survey for Urban Property Cards
Goa government begins a landmark digital land survey this month to update records and issue Urban Property Cards (UrPro) in Panaji, Margao, and Cuncolim. Learn about the process and how landowners can participate.
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