London, Jan 2 (UNI) A total of 41,472 migrants arrived on British shores in small boats in 2025, marking the second-highest annual figure on record, government data released on Thursday showed. That figure represents a 13 percent increase compared with 2024, and is 9 percent lower than the all-time high of nearly 46,000 recorded in…
Bhopal: To facilitate the massive influx of pilgrims for the sacred Magh Mela, the West Central Railway’s Bhopal Division has announced a strategic two-minute temporary halt for 13 key trains at Prayag Station. Effective from January 1 to February 20, 2026, this move aims to provide seamless access for devotees traveling to the holy Triveni…
Geneva, Jan 2 (UNI) Around 40 people were killed and more than 110 others injured after a fire broke out at a bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort in Valais Canton in southwestern Switzerland, local police said on Thursday. Valais Canton Police Chief Frederic Gisler confirmed the casualty figures at a second press conference held…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (UNI) The government has imposed a fresh and comprehensive excise duty framework on cigarettes and other tobacco products, signalling a decisive tightening of its taxation and regulatory stance on the sector. Industry reacted with dismay, saying it was “shocked and surprised” at the move. A series of Central Excise notifications issued…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (UNI) The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has flagged safety issues on Air India flights AI-358 and AI-357 and issued a show-cause notice to the pilot concerned, citing aircraft dispatch, MEL compliance, and crew decision-making. According to the DGCA notice, the pilot accepted the aircraft notwithstanding repeated issues and ongoing…
New Delhi, Jan 1(UNI) On the first day of the New Year, Delhi CM Rekha Gupta visited the ancient Hanuman Temple(Marghat Wale) at Yamuna Bazaar and performed traditional prayers, seeking the blessings of Lord Bajrang Bali. Official said she prayed for happiness, peace, prosperity, and a bright future for the nation and the people of…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (UNI) Delhi Social Welfare Minister Ravinder Indraj has stated that no compromise would be made on the quality of development works and that strict action would be taken against officials and agencies failing to complete works within a stipulated timeframe. Interacting with local residents, Ravinder Indraj directed officials to ensure that…
New Delhi, January 1 (UNI) “The weapon systems developed by DRDO played a decisive role during Operation Sindoor, which serves as a testament to the professionalism and commitment of the organisation towards safeguarding national interests,” said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during his visit to the DRDO Headquarters in the national capital today. On the occasion…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (UNI) Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor took charge as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Indian Air Force on Thursday. Kapoor took over from Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari who superannuated after 40 years of distinguished service to the nation. The Air Marshal graduated from the National Defence Academy in December 1985…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (UNI) Lt Gen Harpal Singh on Thursday assumed charge as the 29th Director General Border Roads (DGBR), marking the formal taking over of the reins of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). Lt Gen Harpal Singh was commissioned into the Corps of Engineers in June 1991. During his illustrious career spanning more…
