International
India and Canada are looking to fast-track negotiations for a proposed free trade agreement as both countries move to rebuild economic ties after a period of diplomatic strain. The two sides are aiming to raise bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030. India Canada Trade Deal Talks Accelerate Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the […]
Business
A pregnant Meta employee has alleged that she was laid off just weeks before her maternity leave, triggering strong reactions online. The case has renewed debate over workplace empathy, employee rights and the impact of large-scale layoffs in the technology sector. Pregnant Meta Employee Alleges Layoff The employee claimed she was removed from her role […]
Infrastructure National
Indian Railway Finance Corporation shares rose nearly 3% after the company signed a ₹13,527 crore refinancing agreement for the Hyderabad Metro Rail project. The deal marks IRFC’s entry into urban infrastructure financing beyond its traditional railway-linked business. IRFC Hyderabad Metro Refinancing Deal IRFC has signed a term loan agreement with L&T Metro Rail
Defence National
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has praised the Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, SDRF and local authorities after around 300 tourists were safely evacuated from the Gulmarg Gondola following a technical malfunction. The incident took place at the popular north Kashmir tourist destination, triggering a major rescue operation. Gulmarg Gondola Rescue Saves 300 Tourists Around
North India State News
CNG prices were increased by ₹2 per kg in Delhi-NCR on Tuesday, marking the fourth hike in less than two weeks. The latest revision has raised costs for commuters, auto-rickshaw drivers, taxi operators and other transport users who depend heavily on compressed natural gas. Delhi CNG Price Rises To ₹83.09 Per Kg After the latest […]
International
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said a possible deal with Iran could still take a few more days, even as the United States carried out fresh strikes in southern Iran. The comments show that diplomacy is continuing, but the conflict remains highly unstable. Rubio Says Iran Deal Needs More Time Rubio said negotiations […]
International
The United States military has carried out what it described as “self-defence” strikes in southern Iran, targeting missile launch sites and boats allegedly attempting to lay mines. The strikes came despite ongoing negotiations aimed at reducing tensions and preserving a fragile ceasefire. US Strikes Iranian Missile Launch Sites U.S. Central Command said the strikes were
International
Chinese President Xi Jinping met Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing and praised the “unbreakable” friendship between the two countries. The meeting came during Sharif’s China visit and amid wider diplomatic efforts linked to regional tensions and the Iran conflict. China Pakistan Strategic Ties Deepen Xi said China and Pakistan share an “all-weather”