The proposed relocation of the Bankra Mosque inside Kolkata airport has returned to public attention after access restrictions were imposed. Aviation officials cite security and runway limitations, while community representatives demand consultation and legal protection.   The proposal to relocate the Bankra Mosque from inside Kolkata’s Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport has again become a major public issue as aviation authori

An explosion at a metal-melting unit in Gummidipoondi SIPCOT killed Bihar worker Ravi Ranjan and injured seven others. Emergency crews controlled the fire, while police began examining the circumstances behind the accident.   A worker from Bihar was killed and seven others sustained serious burn injuries following an explosion at a private metal-melting factory in Tamil Nadu’s Tiruvallur district on Tuesday, July 14.

Legendary playback singer S. Janaki’s death has left the Indian film and music industries in mourning, with actor Nandamuri Balakrishna remembering her timeless voice, unforgettable songs and decades-long relationship with the Nandamuri family. Balakrishna Mourns the Loss of S. Janaki Nandamuri Balakrishna expressed deep shock and sorrow over the death of legendary playb

Pawan Kalyan Fan Niranjan Death: Actor Mourns Young Fan After Emotional Meeting The Pawan Kalyan fan Niranjan death has left Telugu cinema fans emotional, just weeks after the actor-politician fulfilled the 17-year-old’s wish by visiting him at his home in Hanumakonda. Niranjan, who was battling Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Pawan Kalyan Meets Niranjan In Hanumakonda Pawan Kalyan had m

Bengaluru Second Airport Feasibility Report Likely By September The Bengaluru second airport feasibility report is expected to be ready by September, after which the Karnataka government is likely to take a call on the next stage of the proposed project. The second international airport is being planned to support Bengaluru’s growing air traffic and reduce future pressure on Kempegowda International Airport in Devanahalli. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar

Bhogapuram Airport Licence Issued, Flights To Begin Soon Vizianagaram, July 9, 2026: The much-awaited Alluri Sitharama Raju Bhogapuram International Airport has moved closer to launch after receiving its aerodrome licence from the Ministry of Civil Aviation. Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu said the airport has achieved 100 per cent completion and is now ready for inauguration. The minister announced after inspecting the airport al

TMC Bank Accounts Frozen Under PMLA; ED Freezes Rs 440 Cr The Enforcement Directorate has frozen Rs 440.42 crore lying in three bank accounts of the All India Trinamool Congress under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The Mamata Banerjee-led party has called the ED action politically motivated, arbitrary, and illegal. In a major legal and political deve

Karur Stampede Jobs Plea: Madras HC Challenge Explained The Karur stampede jobs plea filed before the Madurai bench of the Madras High Court has raised important questions over the Tamil Nadu government’s proposal to provide government jobs to the families of those who died in the Karur stampede. The petition argues that public employment must follow equality, fairness, transparency, and a clear legal policy. Madras HC Karur Stampede Plea

Karnataka Targets 500 New GCCs, 3.5 Lakh Jobs And $50 Billion Output By 2029 Karnataka is preparing a major expansion of its Global Capability Centre ecosystem, with a target to attract 500 new GCCs, create 3.5 lakh jobs, and generate USD 50 billion in economic output by 2029. The plan was discussed at Katalyst Connect, a government-industry interaction hosted by the IT/BT Department and the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission in Bengaluru. The move is par

Amaravati vs MaViGun: Andhra Capital Debate Returns As Jagan Pitches New Alternative Andhra Pradesh’s capital question is back at the centre of state politics, with YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy pitching MaViGun — a proposed Machilipatnam-Vijayawada-Guntur development corridor — as an alternative development model to Amaravati. The debate comes even after Amaravati received statutory backing as Andhra Pradesh’s sole capital through the Andhra

Facundo Tello To Referee France vs Morocco World Cup Quarter-Final FIFA’s decision to appoint Facundo Tello for the France vs Morocco World Cup quarter-final has become a major pre-match talking point. The experienced Argentine official will lead an all-Argentine refereeing team for the high-pressure knockout clash in Boston, where both teams will fight for a place in the semi-finals. FIFA Appoints Facundo Tello For France vs Morocco Clash

AustralianSuper Invests A$500 Million In India’s NIIF As PM Modi Backs Safe Growth Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described India as a safe, stable, and reliable long-term investment destination after Australia’s largest pension fund, AustralianSuper, announced a fresh A$500 million investment in India’s National Investment and Infrastructure Fund, also known as NIIF. The AustralianSuper NIIF investment 2026 announcement became a key highlight of

India backs Prambanan Temple restoration in Indonesia Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Prambanan Temple complex in Yogyakarta has placed fresh global attention on one of Indonesia’s most important Hindu heritage sites. Modi visited the UNESCO World Heritage monument with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, and offered prayers at the ancient temple dedicated to the Trimurti — Shi

Wangchuk’s health raises concern as fast continues Educator and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk’s health has become a major concern as his indefinite fast at Jantar Mantar entered its 11th day on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Doctors monitoring him reported that he has lost more than 7 kilograms since beginning the hunger strike, with his weight now recorded at 59.40 k

Baruipur Case: Key Accused Killed During Police Crime Scene Reconstruction Kolkata, July 8, 2026: The Baruipur minor girl case in West Bengal took a major turn after key accused Prabash Mondal was killed in a police encounter during a crime scene reconstruction exercise, officials said. According to police, Mondal allegedly snatched a service weapon from a police officer, fired at the police team, and attempted to escape. Police said they retaliated, lea