AI171 Crash Report: What AAIB May Examine On First Anniversary Nearly one year after the deadly Air India Flight AI171 crash, attention has turned to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau as families, aviation experts, and the public wait for clearer answers on what caused the tragedy. The Boeing 787-8 aircraft was operating from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick on June

India has exempted petrol blended with 22% to 30% ethanol from central excise duty, giving a major push to the country’s biofuel adoption strategy. The exemption covers higher ethanol fuel blends such as E22, E25 and E30. By reducing the tax burden on these blends, the government aims to make ethanol-rich petrol more attractive for fuel producers, distributors and future consumers while reducing reliance on imported crude oil.   Excise Relief For High-Ethano

Meenakshi Natarajan Nomination Row Reaches Supreme Court Meenakshi Natarajan’s rejected Rajya Sabha nomination has now become a major legal and political issue ahead of the Madhya Pradesh Rajya Sabha election. Meenakshi Natarajan Supreme Court Plea Escalates MP Rajya Sabha Row Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan has moved the Supreme Court after her nomination for the Rajya Sabha election from Madhya Pradesh was rejected, t

Amar Prasad Reddy Resigns From Tamil Nadu BJP Amar Prasad Reddy’s resignation has added fresh tension within the Tamil Nadu BJP, with his X video further highlighting support for Annamalai’s next political move.   Amar Prasad Reddy Quits BJP To Join Annamalai’s Political Journey Tamil Nadu BJP state secretary Amar Prasad Reddy has resigned from the party, adding fresh pressure on the state unit at a time when forme

Rahul-Abhishek Meet Sparks TMC-Congress Buzz TMC-Congress merger speculation has grown after back-to-back high-level meetings, but TMC says the talks were only about INDIA bloc coordination.   TMC-Congress Merger Buzz Grows After Rahul-Abhishek Meeting Speculation over a possible Trinamool Congress-Congress merger gained fresh momentum after TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee met Congress leader Rahul Gandh

Siddaramaiah Slams BJP Over Natarajan Nomination Rejection Siddaramaiah has alleged that the rejection of Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan’s Rajya Sabha nomination from Madhya Pradesh was politically motivated, calling it an attack on democracy and constitutional values.   Siddaramaiah Alleges Conspiracy In Natarajan RS Nomination Row Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has alleged that the rejection of Con

A Tragic Shock For Indian Community A deeply tragic incident in South London has shocked the Indian community after an Indian-origin couple and their nine-year-old son died following a fall from a high-rise apartment building. The deceased have been identified in reports as Rakesh Pai, his wife Aditi Paralkar, and their son Sid. The incident took place on May 27, 2026, at a residential tower in the Elephant and Castle area. Family Fell From 36th-F

Ontario Provincial Police Constable Tarun Bali died in the line of duty on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, while participating in a police investigation near Hearst, Ontario in northern Canada. Provincial authorities confirmed that Bali, 29, was seriously injured during the operation at approximately 12:30 p.m., at the rural intersection of Kendall Concession Road 7 and Concession Road 6, roughly three hours northwest of Timmins. He was later pronounced dead, marking a tragic line‑of‑duty de

PM Modi 4,399-Day Milestone: Longest-Serving Elected PM Record Explained Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reached a major political milestone by becoming India’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister in continuous office. On June 10, 2026, Modi completed 4,399 consecutive days as Prime Minister, crossing Jawaharlal Nehru’s elected-era record of 4,398 days. Modi first took oath as Prime Minister on May 26, 2014, after the BJP won the 2014 Lok Sabha e

NEW DELHI: The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has directed major Indian airlines and airport operators to submit Action Taken Reports (ATRs) by June 15, 2026. These reports must detail the corrective measures taken to address safety concerns identified during routine and surprise inspections. The move is part of the regulator's broader effort to strengthen aviation safety across India as air traffic continues

TMC Crisis Deepens Around Yusuf Pathan The Trinamool Congress crisis has taken a sharper turn, with former cricketer and Berhampore MP Yusuf Pathan coming under pressure over his silence amid a growing rebellion inside the party. As rival factions battle for control, Pathan has not clearly backed either Mamata Banerjee’s loyalist camp or the rebel group accused of moving closer to the NDA. Mahua Moitra Targets Pathan TMC MP M

Dubai Road Crash Claims Lives Of Indian Workers After Minibus Hits Truck A tragic road accident on Dubai’s Emirates Road killed several Indian workers after a minibus crashed into a broken-down truck. Indian Workers Killed In Dubai Road Accident Several Indian workers lost their lives in a tragic road accident in Dubai after a minibus carrying workers crashed into a broken-down truck on Emirates Road. According to Dubai Pol

TMC Faces Major Bengal Crisis After Ritabrata Banerjee Rebellion TMC faces its biggest internal crisis as 58 MLAs back Ritabrata Banerjee, raising fresh questions over party control in West Bengal. The Trinamool Congress is facing a major political crisis after 58 dissident MLAs backed expelled leader Ritabrata Banerjee as their legislative party leader in West Bengal. The move came after days of tension, a signature-forgery a

INDIA Bloc Plans Regular Meetings After Key Delhi Huddle The INDIA bloc has decided to meet more often after its Delhi meeting, even as DMK and AAP stayed away from the opposition huddle. The INDIA bloc used its Delhi meeting to send a message of renewed coordination after recent political setbacks and internal differences. According to post-meeting updates, 25 parties took part in the opposition huddle, while DMK and AAP skipped the event. The absence o

TMC Faces Fresh Trouble As 20 MPs Reportedly Move Towards NDA A fresh political storm has hit TMC as 20 MPs reportedly seek NDA entry, raising pressure on Mamata Banerjee. The Trinamool Congress is facing another major political challenge as around 20 dissident MPs have reportedly written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla seeking to align with the BJP-led NDA. Fresh Trouble For TMC