New Visa Bond Policy Explained
Starting January 21, 2026, the United States has tightened its B1/B2 visitor visa rules for citizens of 38 countries across...
A 26-year-old, Irfan Soltani, faces execution in Iran following his arrest for participation in widespread protests, a case that has drawn international attention and a warning from former US President Donald Trump.
Courts located in Ludhiana and Fatehgarh Sahib have reportedly received bomb threats. This development is part of an ongoing pattern of such threats targeting district judicial buildings across Punjab.
The fifth season of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL) is set to feature prominent Haryana wrestlers who have secured significant deals. Olympic medalist Aman Sehrawat and U23 World Champion Sujeet Kalkal are among the key athletes shaping the league's competitive landscape.
Morning fog and cold winds affected Lohri kite flying across Punjab, particularly in Firozpur, Bathinda, and Ludhiana. The weather is now clearing, allowing afternoon kite flying, with evening fog expected.
Ahead of the Union Budget 2026, the Indian real estate sector is anticipating policy consistency and significant reforms to bolster residential demand and accelerate urban development. Stakeholders are advocating for increased tax benefits for homebuyers and rationalization of GST on under-construction properties.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Ahmedabad for his inaugural India tour, meeting PM Narendra Modi and participating in the International Kite Festival.
A nine-seater India One Air charter flight crash-landed in Rourkela, Odisha, on Saturday afternoon due to a technical malfunction, injuring all six people on board, including four passengers and two pilots. The flight was en route from Bhubaneswar.
Nationwide anti-government protests in Iran have led to internet and telephone bans. Reports indicate over 60 fatalities, with demonstrations spreading across 180 cities and resulting in numerous flight cancellations.
Apple CEO Tim Cook is reportedly planning to step down from his role this year but will remain with the company as Chairman. John Ternus is considered a strong candidate to become the new CEO.
Rajkot, Gujarat, recorded seven earthquake tremors within 24 hours, prompting school closures as a precautionary measure. Intensities ranged from 2.7 to 3.8, with no damage reported.
Iran's Army Chief Major General Amir Hatami issued a stern warning on January 7, 2026, stating that any aggressor threatening Iran would face severe retaliation, a statement made amidst ongoing tensions and threats from the United States.
A bomb threat was issued to the Ferozepur Court Complex via an email to the District and Sessions Judge, leading to an immediate evacuation of the premises.
Punjab's Education Minister Harjot Bains announced an extension of school holidays until January 13, citing increasing cold and fog for the decision. The order applies to all government and private educational institutions in the state.
