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Iran Crisis: Civil Aviation Ministry Cancels Over 400 Flights As Middle East Airspace Shuts Down

March 1, 2026 12:11

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Killed The Ministry of Civil Aviation on Sunday announced the cancellation of over flights as escalating tensions in West Asia disrupted air traffic and triggered widespread operational uncertainty. The decision came amid cascading global flight suspensions after large portions of Middle Eastern airspace were abruptly closed, severely impacting international […]

Sridhar Vembu Warns AI May Redefine Human Identity And Self-Worth

February 28, 2026 17:42

Zoho Corporation founder Sridhar Vembu has cautioned that the rapid rise of artificial intelligence could unsettle the way people perceive their own value in society. In a recent post on X, Vembu reflected on how AI’s expanding capabilities are reshaping conversations around work, intelligence and identity. He observed that many individuals derive their sense of […]

Indian Nationals In Iran Cautioned After Coordinated US, Israel Strike

February 28, 2026 17:28

The Indian embassy in Iran has issued an advisory for its nationals, urging them to exercise “utmost caution” and avoid going outdoors, as a widening military confrontation between Israel, the United States and Iran triggered retaliatory attacks and regional airspace closures across the Middle East. In a social media post, the embassy also asked them to monitor the […]

Block To Lay Off 4,000 Employees As Jack Dorsey Bets Big On AI

February 27, 2026 12:12

Block, the fintech company that owns Square, Cash App and Afterpay, is making one of the most dramatic workforce reductions in its history — cutting roughly 40% of its staff, or more than 4,000 jobs. In a letter to shareholders, co-founder Jack Dorsey said the decision reflects a shift in how the company plans to […]

Iron Will, Iron Body: At 93, This Man Still Lifts

February 25, 2026 17:38

At 93, most people are happy lifting a cup of chai. Jim Arrington is lifting weights, and holding world records while he’s at it. The California-based great-grandfather is reportedly the official Guinness World Record holder for the oldest competitive bodybuilder. But here’s the thing: Jim says the real secret to his longevity isn’t what happens in […]

At A Dalit March, Then In Jail: How A French Filmmaker’s Arrest Became A Memoir

February 21, 2026 16:24

Valentin Hénault came to India in 2023 with a documentary project and a lifelong dream. He left with a book about prison. The 32-year-old French author and filmmaker has published J’avais un rêve indien. Dans l’enfer de la prison de Gorakhpur. In English, it means “I Had an Indian Dream: In the Hell of Gorakhpur […]

Bill Gates Skips India AI Impact Summit Keynote Amid Epstein Files Controversy

February 20, 2026 16:28

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates did not deliver the keynote address at the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, with the Gates Foundation confirming his withdrawal amid renewed attention over his name appearing in documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The announcement came on the morning of the summit, with the foundation stating that Gates would […]

Galgotias University Says Prof Neha Singh Not Suspended Amid AI Summit ‘Robodog’ Row

February 20, 2026 13:03

Galgotias University has clarified that Professor Neha Singh has not been suspended following the controversy surrounding a robotic dog displayed at the India AI Impact Summit 2026. The institution said she has been asked to continue in her role while an internal inquiry examines how the incident unfolded. The clarification comes after days of online […]

US Reiterates Visas Are Not A Guaranteed Right, Says National Interest Comes First

February 17, 2026 12:22

A US visa may look like a golden ticket, but Washington is reminding the world that it comes with fine print and a firm eraser. In a pointed message delivered from Budapest, the US State Department underscored that entry into America is a privilege, not a promise, and can be revoked if visitors cross certain […]

Kim Jong Un’s Daughter Emerges As Possible Heir, Raising Succession Questions

February 16, 2026 17:17

North Korea’s tightly controlled leadership structure may be moving toward a new and potentially tense phase, as South Korea’s intelligence agency believes Kim Jong Un’s teenage daughter is nearing recognition as the country’s future successor. According to media reports, the development has sparked speculation about a possible rivalry within the ruling family, particularly involving Kim […]

Priyanka Chopra Stuns Fans With Vintage-Meets-Modern Cover Style

February 12, 2026 12:57

Priyanka Chopra continues to make waves on the global stage, and her latest cover shoot for Variety is yet another reminder of her unstoppable star power. The actor features as the magazine’s newest cover star, styled by celebrity fashion duo Wayman Bannerman and Micah McDonald in four striking couture looks. For the cover photograph, Priyanka […]

Google Rolls Out Voluntary Exit Offers For Parts Of Global Business Division

February 12, 2026 12:05

Google has begun offering select employees the option to leave the company through a voluntary exit programme, as the tech industry continues to grapple with job cuts and restructuring. According to an internal communication sent on Tuesday, the company has extended voluntary exit packages (VEP) to certain teams within its Global Business Organisation (GBO). Chief […]

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Two Anand Residents Rescued In Azerbaijan After Trafficking Scam, Embassy Provides Safety

February 11, 2026 14:51

Two residents of Anand district in Gujarat, who were allegedly taken abroad under false promises and later held hostage in Azerbaijan, have been brought to safety at the Indian embassy, officials said. Anand MP Mitesh Patel while talking to a section of the media confirmed on Tuesday that the victims — a man from Jhankhariya […]

Jolt For Indian H-1B Holders As US Lawmaker Seeks To End Visa Category

February 11, 2026 13:34

Indian nationals may comprise the largest share of H-1B visa holders in the US but that position is under threat, following a Bill introduced by a Republican lawmaker to abolish the visa programme. The proposal, along with recent administrative changes, will have major implications for Indian professionals and students planning careers in the US. Official data […]

Landmark US Trial Puts Instagram And YouTube Under Spotlight Over Teen Mental Health

February 10, 2026 15:58

A major courtroom battle has begun in California as Meta’s Instagram and Google-owned YouTube face accusations that their platforms were deliberately designed to hook children and harm their mental health. The case, being heard in Los Angeles Superior Court before Judge Carolyn B. Kuhl and a jury, is being closely watched nationwide because it could […]

Iron Lady’s Rise: Takaichi Poised For Big Win In Japan Elections

February 9, 2026 15:37

Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, is on course to win the snap election by a landslide. Projections show the party securing 316 of the 465 lower house seats, the LDP’s best-ever result. Together with coalition partner Japan Innovation Party (Ishin), the ruling bloc could control 352 seats, according to […]

Frisco Meeting Turns Combative Over H-1B Visas And Alleged ‘Indian Takeover’

February 6, 2026 16:17

A furious clash over immigration, demographics, and belonging dominated a Frisco City Council meeting recently. This, after right-wing activists from across North Texas converged on the suburban Texas city to allege H-1B visa fraud. They reportedly warned of what they described as an “Indian takeover.” It prompted a forceful response from Indian-origin residents who said […]

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Lahore’s Only Sanskrit Teacher Defies the Erasure of the Language

February 6, 2026 13:16

In the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, a forbidden language awakens after decades of silence. Lahore (Pakistan): The MAO College campus seems to be stuck in time. The white-washed building is located on the Lower Mall in Islampura, once named Krishan Nagar. Many in Lahore still address the area by its old name. The structure is colonial […]

Caring In The Skies: Air India Diverts London-Ahmedabad Flight To Dubai Amid Medical Emergency

February 5, 2026 14:37

In moments of uncertainty, compassion becomes as vital as schedules. This holds especially during travel when safety is not just a priority but a commitment to humankind. The adage ‘time can wait, but health and humanity cannot’ was amply evident when a regular plane journey took quite an unexpected turn on Wednesday. A passenger on […]

Washington Post Cuts 30% of Workforce; Shashi Tharoor’s Son Among Those Laid Off

February 5, 2026 12:43

Business and sports journalists were among the first to lose their jobs as The Washington Post carried out sweeping layoffs. The cuts also extended across editorial and business operations. More than 300 journalists were affected. Thirty per cent of the total workforce has been laid off. The sports department has been eliminated in its current […]

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Iran Crisis: Civil Aviation Ministry Cancels Over 400 Flights As Middle East Airspace Shuts Down

Sridhar Vembu Warns AI May Redefine Human Identity And Self-Worth

Indian Nationals In Iran Cautioned After Coordinated US, Israel Strike

Block To Lay Off 4,000 Employees As Jack Dorsey Bets Big On AI

Iron Will, Iron Body: At 93, This Man Still Lifts

At A Dalit March, Then In Jail: How A French Filmmaker’s Arrest Became A Memoir

Bill Gates Skips India AI Impact Summit Keynote Amid Epstein Files Controversy

Galgotias University Says Prof Neha Singh Not Suspended Amid AI Summit ‘Robodog’ Row

US Reiterates Visas Are Not A Guaranteed Right, Says National Interest Comes First

Kim Jong Un’s Daughter Emerges As Possible Heir, Raising Succession Questions

Priyanka Chopra Stuns Fans With Vintage-Meets-Modern Cover Style

Google Rolls Out Voluntary Exit Offers For Parts Of Global Business Division

Two Anand Residents Rescued In Azerbaijan After Trafficking Scam, Embassy Provides Safety

Jolt For Indian H-1B Holders As US Lawmaker Seeks To End Visa Category

Landmark US Trial Puts Instagram And YouTube Under Spotlight Over Teen Mental Health

Iron Lady’s Rise: Takaichi Poised For Big Win In Japan Elections

Frisco Meeting Turns Combative Over H-1B Visas And Alleged ‘Indian Takeover’

Lahore’s Only Sanskrit Teacher Defies the Erasure of the Language

Caring In The Skies: Air India Diverts London-Ahmedabad Flight To Dubai Amid Medical Emergency

Washington Post Cuts 30% of Workforce; Shashi Tharoor’s Son Among Those Laid Off

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