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Sonu Sood Appeals for Calm as IndiGo Staff Face Passenger Anger Amid Ongoing Travel Disruptions

Sonu Sood Appeals for Calm as IndiGo Staff Face Passenger Anger Amid Ongoing Travel Disruptions

Mumbai (Rajeev Sharma): With India’s busiest airports reeling from days of severe IndiGo flight delays and cancellations, actor Sonu Sood has stepped in with a public plea urging travellers to stop venting their anger on airline ground staff who, he says, “are just as powerless” in the unfolding situation. Chaotic scenes have gripped terminals across the country, where stranded passengers—some waiting for hours without clear updates—have erupted in confrontations now widely circulating on social media. Several clips show irate flyers demanding explanations from airline employees struggling to manage swelling crowds. ‘They Don’t Have the Answers Either’: Sood’s Message to Flyers…
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FIFA Honors Trump With First Peace Prize at 2026 World Cup Draw, Prompting Strong Reactions

FIFA Honors Trump With First Peace Prize at 2026 World Cup Draw, Prompting Strong Reactions

Washington, D.C. (Rajeev Sharma): The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw took an unexpected turn on Friday when U.S. President Donald Trump was presented with the first-ever FIFA Peace Prize, a newly created accolade aimed at recognising global efforts toward conflict resolution and international harmony. The award was handed to Trump by FIFA President Gianni Infantino shortly before the group draw began at a packed convention hall in Washington. With the world’s football community looking on, the moment quickly became the centrepiece of the ceremony. FIFA’s New Award Debuts Amid Global Spotlight Announced only weeks ago, the FIFA Peace Prize is…
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Flight Chaos Eases as IndiGo Slowly Rebuilds Network After Days of Disruptions

Flight Chaos Eases as IndiGo Slowly Rebuilds Network After Days of Disruptions

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): After nearly a week of severe turbulence in India’s aviation sector, flights operated by IndiGo began moving toward stability on Friday evening, with Delhi Airport confirming that the carrier’s schedule was “progressively improving” following mass cancellations that left thousands stranded across the country. The disruption, which peaked on Friday with more than a thousand flights grounded in a single day, caused crowding, frayed tempers and hours-long delays at major airports. Travellers at Delhi, Hyderabad and Bengaluru reported confusion as departure boards filled with cancellations and rescheduled flights. FDTL Enforcement at the Heart of the Crisis While…
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Half of Canadians Support Mass Deportations as CBSA Backlog Reaches Crisis Levels

Half of Canadians Support Mass Deportations as CBSA Backlog Reaches Crisis Levels

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): A growing national debate over immigration enforcement is unfolding in Canada as new figures reveal a massive backlog at the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). According to the latest official data, 18,084 deportations have been carried out in the 2024–25 period, yet the agency continues to struggle under unprecedented pressure. CBSA officials say staff are working overtime, but the situation remains severe, with 31,379 individuals currently listed as missing or wanted by the agency. Another 424,000 files remain non-actionable, leaving enforcement efforts stalled and public frustration rising. A recent survey indicates that nearly 50 percent of Canadians…
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AONMeetings to Launch in India Within Two Weeks with Affordable Video Conferencing Plans Starting at Rs. 169/Month

AONMeetings to Launch in India Within Two Weeks with Affordable Video Conferencing Plans Starting at Rs. 169/Month

AONMeetings, the award-winning video conferencing platform known for its browser-based simplicity and HIPAA compliance, today announced its official entry into the Indian market, set to launch in two weeks, with specialized pricing designed specifically for Indian consumers, businesses, healthcare providers, educational institutions, religious organizations, and communities.   AonMeetings: Built for business, priced for all   The company is introducing three competitively priced monthly subscription tiers tailored to the Indian market, with no annual commitment required. All plans include integrated webinar capabilities at no additional cost: Starter Plan – Rs. 169/month ($1.99 USD): Up to 10 participants for calls and webinars…
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CoinSwitch Releases India's First Comprehensive VDA Handbook for Police and LEAs

CoinSwitch, India’s largest crypto trading platform, today announced the launch of Virtual Digital Assets Decoded, the country’s first comprehensive handbook designed to help Indian law enforcement agencies, cybercrime units, and policymakers to navigate through the rapidly evolving VDA ecosystem. With crypto adoption accelerating across India, police and cybercrime units are increasingly facing complex cases involving digital assets. Recognizing this urgent need, CoinSwitch has developed the handbook to simplify VDA concepts and provide practical guidance for on-ground investigations. The handbook will be distributed across key police stations and cybersecurity units nationwide, ensuring frontline officials have direct access to the tools and…
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GJC Requests Formation of Gujarat State Level Vigilance Committee to Safeguard Jewellers' Interests

GJC Requests Formation of Gujarat State Level Vigilance Committee to Safeguard Jewellers' Interests

The All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC) announced that it has formally requested the Government of Gujarat to establish a State Level Vigilance Committee dedicated to protecting the interests of jewellers across the state.   L to R: Mitesh Dhorda, Avinash Gupta, Bharat Zaveri, Shri Harsh Sanghavi Ji, Rajesh Rokde, Avi Shah & Salim Daginawala   A high-level delegation from GJC, led by Chairman Rajesh Rokde, Vice Chairman Avinash Gupta, Director Salim Daginawala, ZCM Avi Shah, Bharat Zaveri, and National Secretary Mitesh Dhorda, met with Shri Harsh Sanghavi ji, Honourable Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat, to present the…
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APD Leads Large-Scale Accessibility Audit Drive on IDPD 2025

APD Leads Large-Scale Accessibility Audit Drive on IDPD 2025

On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) 2025, the Association of People with Disability (APD) mobilised one of India’s largest community-led accessibility assessments, a coordinated effort across 33 districts in five states, including aspirational districts, bringing together 507 volunteers and conducting 2,514 audits in a single day.   At a time when India is reimagining its public infrastructure, this initiative highlights a critical question: Are our public spaces truly built for everyone?   APD’s Kalaburagi CMHP team volunteers during the IDPD audit drive organised by APD using the Yes to Access app   Through the Yes to Access…
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Study by Indian Body, Center for Chronic Disease Control Reiterates Link Between Lower Salt Intake and Reduced Hypertension & Cardiovascular Disease

Study by Indian Body, Center for Chronic Disease Control Reiterates Link Between Lower Salt Intake and Reduced Hypertension & Cardiovascular Disease

A new study by the Centre for Chronic Disease Control (CCDC) for the first time concurrently estimated the daily salt and iodine consumption levels of the adult population in India and examined the effect of the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended salt intake levels on iodine levels. The study demonstrated that in India, where universal salt iodization is mandatory, a reduction in salt intake to the Government of India’s National Multisectoral NCD Action Plan and WHO-recommended levels of ≤ 5 g/d does not compromise the level of iodine intake. This was measured by the gold standard method of collecting and…
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RBI Cuts Repo Rate to 5.25%, Signaling Relief for Borrowers

RBI Cuts Repo Rate to 5.25%, Signaling Relief for Borrowers

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday announced a reduction in the repo rate by 25 basis points, lowering it from 5.5% to 5.25%, in a unanimous decision by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). The move is expected to make loans more affordable for retail and corporate borrowers alike. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra explained that the decision follows careful consideration of easing inflationary pressures and the recent depreciation of the rupee, which reached its lowest level yesterday. “The MPC evaluated the current economic landscape and concluded that a moderate reduction in the repo rate would…
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