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Reports suggesting that Lionel Messi and the Argentine national football team might skip India and travel to Africa instead in November are inaccurate, according to event organizers. According to a TyC Sports report, there could be changes in Argentina’s tour schedule, with the first match possibly taking place against Angola, and the second match, originally planned in India, potentially being moved to an African country. However, the organizers have confirmed that Messi will indeed arrive in Kerala for the friendly match as scheduled. Event sponsor Reporter Broadcasting Company stated that all rumors about Argentina not coming to India are completely…
Kochi is gearing up for the international friendly football match between Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, and Australia at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on November 17. In anticipation of the high-profile event, the district administration and police have put stringent security measures in place. As part of these preparations, commercial establishments and offices around the stadium complex will remain closed for a month. The Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA) has issued notices to over 100 shop owners and tenants, directing them to shut down their businesses from October 25 for one month to ensure safety during the match. Following the…
US President Donald Trump said his threat to impose a 200% tariff on exports from India and Pakistan played a key role in halting the conflict between the two countries. According to Trump, trade pressure was used to push both nations toward de-escalation. Speaking to reporters while traveling to the Middle East ahead of an Israel-Hamas prisoner swap, Trump said, “We stopped a lot of these wars using trade. India and Pakistan were at it really hard, seven planes were shot down, bad things were happening. I was talking to both of them about trade. I said we are not…
US President Donald Trump said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has promised to halt India’s oil imports from Russia, a move Trump described as a “big step” toward economically isolating Moscow. India has been one of the largest buyers of Russian crude since Western nations imposed sanctions following Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Speaking at a White House event, Trump said, “I was not happy that India was buying oil, and he assured me today that they will not be buying oil from Russia. That’s a big step. Now we’re going to get China to do the same.” Trump also urged…
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has launched a recruitment drive for candidates who have completed Class 10 and are seeking government jobs. The recruitment is for various Group-C posts, including Motor Transport Driver and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) positions. The last date to apply is November 11, 2025. Age Limit Pay Scale Selection Process Eligibility Criteria How to Apply The application process is offline. Steps:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched two major central government schemes with a combined outlay of Rs 35,440 crore. The initiatives aim to revitalize 100 low-performing agricultural districts and increase the production of pulses, reducing India’s dependency on imports. Promoting Self-Reliance and ExportsAddressing farmers and agricultural policymakers at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute, PM Modi emphasized self-reliance and global competitiveness. “We have to focus on those crops which can dominate the world agri market,” he said, urging farmers to target crops with export potential. Targeting Low-Performing DistrictsThe schemes are designed to support districts struggling with low agricultural productivity by providing financial assistance, technical guidance, and infrastructure support.…
India’s transition to renewable energy is no longer about ambition alone—it’s now about execution. Two major players, Adani Green Energy and Tata Power, are leading the race, each with a distinct strategy. Adani Green is focused on rapid expansion, aiming to become the largest power generator in India entirely from renewables. Tata Power, on the other hand, is taking a more integrated approach, building a diversified utility that spans generation, transmission, distribution, and even EV charging. Current Capacity and Portfolio As of FY25, Adani Green’s installed capacity reached 14.2 GW, all renewable, marking a 30% year-on-year growth. Tata Power, nearly double in total capacity at 25.7 GW,…
A fake Instagram account using the handle @fssaiindiaa is being widely circulated, falsely claiming to represent the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). After verification, Channeliam Fact Check confirms that this account is neither operated nor endorsed by FSSAI. The authority’s only official and verified handle is @fssai_safefood. FSSAI addressed this misinformation through an official post on its verified Facebook page, alerting citizens about the impersonation. The post clearly stated that @fssaiindiaa is a fraudulent page misleading the public under the guise of promoting food safety awareness. The authority has urged users to report and block the fake page and rely only on verified sources for authentic updates. It…
Airbound, an Indian drone startup, has raised $8.65 million in seed funding, led by Lachy Groom, co-founder of Physical Intelligence. Other participants include Humba Ventures, existing investor Lightspeed Venture Partners, and senior leaders from Tesla, SpaceX, and Anduril. The funding comes as Airbound begins a drone delivery pilot with a private hospital and works toward its ambitious goal of one-cent deliveries using its ultra-light, blended-wing-body aircraft. Innovative Aircraft Design Founded in 2020 by Naman Pushp, who was 15 at the time, Airbound has developed a tail-sitter drone with a carbon-fiber frame and a blended-wing-body design. Unlike traditional quadcopters, this drone launches vertically like a rocket and flies like a plane, improving energy efficiency and reducing operating…
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched a unique initiative encouraging commuters to report unhygienic toilets at toll plazas. Users who spot dirty facilities can earn ₹1,000, which will be directly credited to their FASTag accounts. The scheme is valid across all national highways until October 31, 2025. How to Participate FASTag users can follow these steps to claim the reward: Rules and Restrictions To keep the scheme fair and transparent, NHAI has set the following conditions: Verification Process Submitted reports go through a two-step screening process: This system ensures fair reward distribution while maintaining the integrity of the drive.