Russia is preparing for a significant expansion in India’s civil aviation market, with proposed agreements covering as many as 105 regional passenger aircraft and advanced discussions on manufacturing the SJ-100 jet in the country. United Aircraft Corporation is expected to advance several agreements with Indian aviation companies during Innoprom India in New Delhi. The negotiations centre on potential orders for the IL-114-300 turboprop aircraft and a wider plan to establish loca

Nairobi, Kenya: India has emerged as a major fuel supplier as Kenya replaces declining Gulf shipments without suffering a significant import shortage. India Fuel Exports To Kenya Rise As Gulf Shipments Decline India has emerged as one of Kenya’s leading suppliers of refined petroleum products as conflict-related disruptions in West Asia reshape established energy trade routes. Shipping and commodity-market data indicate that In

CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu government has announced a major expansion of maternity benefits for women government employees, increasing leave for the birth of a third child from 12 weeks to 365 days. Human Resources Management Minister D. Sarathkumar made the announcement in the Assembly while replying to the debate on demands for grants for his department. Tamil Nadu Extends One-Year Maternity Benefit To Third Child Under the existing policy, eligible women government

Mohsin Naqvi Pakistan governance remarks have renewed debate over administrative reforms and an alleged major scam. The Pakistan governance reform debate and Shehbaz Sharif cabinet tensions have also fuelled speculation about shifting political influence. Pakistan governance reform debate intensifies Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has triggered a new political debate after claiming that he

Who Is Jainam Jain? 14-Year-Old AI Founder Building Mengo Engine From Burj Khalifa   Indian-Origin Teen Entrepreneur Goes Viral Jainam Jain, a 14-year-old Indian-origin entrepreneur, has drawn attention online for building an artificial intelligence startup from one of Dubai’s most iconic business addresses — the Burj Khalifa. Jainam is the founder of Mengo Engine, an AI platform aimed at helping businesses automate

Andy Burnham Emerges As Top UK PM Contender After Starmer Resignation London, June 22, 2026: British politics has entered a crucial leadership moment after Keir Starmer announced his resignation as Prime Minister and Labour Party leader, opening the race for a new leader at a time of growing pressure within the ruling party. At the centre of the spotlight is Andy Burnham, the former Greater Manchester mayor and newly elected Makerfield MP, who is widely

LPG Price Hike And Cooking Oil Rule Add Focus On Kitchen Budgets Domestic LPG has become costlier, while new cooking oil pack rules aim to help shoppers compare prices better   Households Face Higher Cooking Gas Cost Indian households are facing another kitchen budget shock after domestic LPG prices were increased by ₹29 per 14.2-kg cylinder. In Delhi, the rate has reportedly moved from ₹913

Congo’s Ebola outbreak raises concern as WHO reviews possible drugs and vaccines   WHO Flags Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak The World Health Organisation has raised concern after Congo reported 906 suspected Ebola cases and 223 suspected deaths under investigation. The outbreak is linked to the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, which has also been detected in Uganda. Health officials say the situation needs close monitoring because there

Aishwarya Rai’s Cannes 2026 moments with Aaradhya Bachchan and Eva Longoria draw attention online Aishwarya Rai Bachchan became one of the major highlights at Cannes 2026 after her warm appearances with daughter Aaradhya Bachchan and Hollywood actor Eva Longoria drew attention online. The actor attended the international film festival in the French Riviera and once again reminded fans why she continues to be closely linked with Cannes glamour.

Flamingos Make Pulicat Lake A Seasonal Attraction Pulicat Lake, a historic lagoon town near Chennai, has become one of the most popular bird watching places near Chennai during the migratory season. Every year, birders, wildlife lovers and photographers travel to the lake to see graceful flamingos moving across the shallow waters. The peaceful wetland, calm reflections and open views make Pulicat Lake bird ph

Kagoshima Earthquake Today: 5.9 Magnitude Quake Shakes Southern Japan 5.9 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Kagoshima Region A 5.9 magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s Kagoshima region on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, making “Kagoshima earthquake today” a major search topic as officials confirmed that no tsunami warning was issued. The quake was reported near Okinawa Main Island

WHO Alerts Nations As Rare Ebola Strain Spreads In Congo And Uganda WHO Issues Global Health Alert The World Health Organisation has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern. The outbreak is linked to the rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain, which has raised concern because there is no approved vaccine or specific treatment for this varian

A fresh case of alleged forced religious conversion has surfaced in Maharashtra, with police arresting an NGO operator in Nagpur. The development comes amid ongoing investigations into a similar controversy linked to a corporate

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As India’s cooking landscape evolves with new technologies, many households are exploring alternatives to traditional fuels. A key question remains: which cooking option is the most affordable in 2026? A comparison of LPG, electric, and hydrogen cooking shows that costs can vary depending on usage, location, and infrastructure. LPG: A Widely Used and Reliable Option LPG continues to be the primary cooking fuel for millions of h