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October 10, 2026 5:41 PM

From Beacons to Landmarks: How India Is Transforming Its Lighthouses

India’s lighthouses, traditionally associated with maritime navigation and coastal safety, are taking on a wider role as the country develops them into tourism destinations, heritage centres and public spaces. With a coastline stretching over 11,000 kilometres and 205 lighthouses, the initiative s...

October 10, 2026 11:22 AM

Dhruv Rathee Detained from Gurugram Residence Ahead of Delhi Protest

Social media influencer Dhruv Rathee was reportedly detained by Gurugram Police from his residence on Saturday ahead of the proposed Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.   According to a post on the CJP’s X handle, aro...

October 9, 2026 1:50 PM

PERM suspension does not automatically affect existing H-1B visas: MEA

India has expressed concern over the US Department of Labor's decision concerning the Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) programme for certain companies, stating that the move does not advance the shared ambitions of the two countries. In a statement, India clarified that PERM is distinct from th...

October 8, 2026 4:01 PM

“Completely unacceptable”: India condemns attacks targeting Saudi airports

India has condemned the recent attacks targeting Abha International Airport and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, which resulted in civilian deaths and injuries, calling the targeting of civilian infrastructure “completely unacceptable.”   In a statement, the Ministry of External A...