UAE to launch 16 new Indian passport and visa centres as Alhind takes over consular services

UAE to get 16 New Indian Passport and Visa Centres in major expat services overhaul / Image: File More than four million Indians living in the UAE are set to see a major overhaul in passport, visa and consular services, after India awarded a massive outsourcing contract to Kerala-based Alhind Group, which will launch 16 […]

Rajasthan Government Takes Action After Deaths at Kota Hospital

Jaipur, May 10: In response to the tragic deaths of two women following cesarean deliveries at Kota Medical College, the Rajasthan government has initiated extensive administrative measures. Reports indicate that several other patients have also fallen seriously ill. As a precautionary step, the Drug Control Department has imposed a ban on the use, sale, and […]

Hormuz row: Iran takes ‘100% PhD’ dig to mock Trump for ‘blockading their blockade’

US President Donald Trump. (AP photo) Iran on Monday mocked US President Donald Trump by ridiculing his blockade announcement earlier that day with a meme that said ‘Break an enemy blockade by blockading their blockade.’Along with the meme, Iran also took a dig at Trump by writing in his style. “I have, believe me, 100 […]

Hindustan Zinc takes rural women-led brand DAICHI to Blinkit, Modern Bazaar | Udaipur Kiran

26,800+ women empowered; handcrafted products by rural women enter Delhi NCR through organized retail and quick commerce platforms ₹2.6 crore enterprise scales as 400+ women-led products enter urban retail channels Udaipur : Hindustan Zinc, India’s only and the world’s largest integrated zinc producer, has continued to enable and empower rural women from Rajasthan under its […]

Karl Jobst Lawsuit: YouTuber Karl Jobst takes legal action against Billy Mitchell for defamation

Picture: Tertius Pickard / NewsWire YouTuber Karl Jobst has taken legal action against gaming personality Billy Mitchell, accusing him of defamation. The lawsuit was brought before a US court on April 8, 2026. According to Jobst, Mitchell defamed him by making untrue statements about him, damaging his reputation, his career, and his financial status. Since […]

Oman government takes over SalamAir, airlines to operate separately | World News

Oman has taken a major step in reshaping its aviation sector by acquiring SalamAir, with a focus on strengthening connectivity, improving efficiency and supporting long-term economic growth.The Government of the Sultanate of Oman has confirmed the completion of its acquisition of SalamAir, making it clear that both Oman Air and SalamAir will continue to operate […]

Government Takes Strict Action Against LPG Distributors

New Delhi, March 27: The government has intensified its efforts to ensure a smooth supply of gas, issuing over 350 show-cause notices to LPG distributors across the country. On Friday, officials reported that more than 3,000 raids have been conducted, resulting in the seizure of over 1,500 LPG cylinders. Oil marketing companies (OMCs) have also […]

200,000 immigrant truck drivers in jeopardy: Trump’s rule to cancel commercial drivers’ licenses takes effect

A new rule from the US department of transportation is set to affect about 200,000 immigrant truck drivers, as their commercial driver’s licences will begin to lapse without renewal under the new policy, which took effect on Monday. The change raised concern in the trucking industry and legal challenges from immigrant drivers and advocacy groups.Under […]

From ‘ICE OUT’ to ‘free Palestinian’ to gun violence: How politics takes centre stage at Oscars

Several artists used the Academy Awards red carpet and stage on Sunday to protest not only the Trump administration’s immigration policies but also to advocate for Palestinian liberation, adding to growing artist-driven activism at entertainment awards shows.The presence of “BE GOOD” and “ICE OUT” pins at the Academy Awards drew less attention than last month’s […]

Indian expat turns overnight millionaire in UAE: Takes home $1 million prize after big win in Dubai Duty Free draw

Indian Expat in UAE Wins $1 Million in Dubai Duty Free Draw For thousands of expatriates living and working in the Gulf, the dream of striking it rich often begins with a simple raffle ticket. For one Indian resident in the UAE, that dream has just become reality after winning $1 million (about Dh3.67 million) […]