App-Based Cab Drivers Strike in Gurugram, Demand Aadhaar-Based Rider Verification and Better Safety Measures
App-based cab services in Gurugram faced significant disruption on Monday as hundreds of drivers associated with ride-hailing platforms went on strike, demanding mandatory passenger verification and stronger safety mechanisms. The protest, led by driver groups and supported by gig workers, has affected services operated by major platforms including Uber and Ola, leaving commuters struggling with […]
Iran Warns of Indefinite Hormuz Closure After Trump Threatens Strikes on Power Plants
The escalating confrontation between Iran and the United States has taken a sharper turn after Tehran warned it could shut the Strait of Hormuz indefinitely if Washington follows through on threats to strike Iranian energy infrastructure. The warning came after U.S. President Donald Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum demanding Iran fully reopen the critical maritime […]
Iran Targets Dimona Region as Israel Vows Retaliation; IAEA Says No Damage to Nuclear Facility
Tensions between Iran and Israel escalated sharply after Iranian missile strikes targeted areas near Israel’s sensitive nuclear research zone in the southern desert, prompting renewed threats of retaliation and raising global concerns over nuclear security. Israeli officials described the situation as one of the most serious developments in the ongoing conflict, though international monitors reported […]
Modi Urges Freedom of Navigation in Gulf During Call With Iran President Amid Escalating Conflict
Narendra Modi held a crucial conversation with Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday, emphasizing the importance of maintaining freedom of navigation in the Gulf region as tensions continue to disrupt critical energy and shipping routes. The discussion, held on the occasion of Eid and the Persian New Year Nowruz, comes at a time when India is increasingly […]
Narendra Modi Becomes India’s Longest-Serving Head of Government, Surpassing Pawan Chamling
Narendra Modi on Sunday set a historic benchmark in Indian politics, becoming the longest-serving head of government in the country’s history. The milestone comes as Modi completed 8,931 days in office, surpassing the previous record held by Pawan Kumar Chamling, who served 8,930 days as chief minister of Sikkim. The calculation includes Modi’s uninterrupted tenure […]
Trump Signals Possible Wind-Down of Iran War Amid Rising Oil Crisis and Regional Escalation
Amid intensifying conflict in the Middle East and growing global economic anxiety, Donald Trump has indicated that the United States may soon scale back its military operations against Iran. The statement marks the clearest signal yet that Washington could be preparing to de-escalate a conflict that has already sent shockwaves through global energy markets and […]
Indore Fire Tragedy: Survivor Challenges EV Charging Theory, Points to External Electrical Cause
A devastating house fire in Indore that claimed eight lives has taken a new turn, as a survivor has questioned the initial narrative linking the blaze to an electric vehicle (EV) charging point. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, has left investigators examining multiple angles to determine the exact cause. According […]
Iran Missile Strike on Qatar’s Ras Laffan LNG Hub Disrupts Global Gas Supply, Raises Concerns for India
A major escalation in the ongoing Middle East conflict has sent shockwaves through global energy markets after Iran launched a missile strike on Qatar’s Ras Laffan industrial city, home to the world’s largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility. The attack has forced a complete halt in production at the critical hub, intensifying fears of […]
US Strikes Iranian Missile Sites Near Strait of Hormuz Using ‘Bunker Buster’ Bombs Amid Rising Tensions
In a major escalation of tensions in the Middle East, the United States Central Command has confirmed carrying out precision strikes on Iranian missile installations near the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The operation involved the use of powerful 5,000-pound “bunker buster” bombs designed to destroy deeply fortified military targets. The strikes come in response […]
No Seat Selection Fee on 60% Airline Seats: Government Rolls Out Major Relief for Flyers
In a major move aimed at improving passenger experience and curbing hidden charges, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has directed airlines to ensure that at least 60% of seats on every flight are offered free of selection charges. The decision is expected to bring significant relief to millions of air travelers who have long complained […]