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The Ernakulam Rural Cyber Police have registered a case after Flipkart detected a major fraud at its delivery hubs in the district. Mobile phones worth Rs 1.61 crore were reported missing, officials said on Friday. The complaint was lodged by Flipkart’s enforcement officer, prompting the police to launch an investigation on Thursday. Hubs and Accused IdentifiedThe fraud was discovered at Flipkart delivery hubs in Kanjoor, Kuruppampady, Mekkad, and Muvattupuzha. Police have named four individuals in connection with the case: Siddiqy K Aliyar, Jassim Dileep, Haris P A, and Mahin Noushad, who were in charge of the respective hubs. Details of…

India emerged as the second-largest importer of Russian crude oil in October, trailing only China, according to the Helsinki-based Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA). Indian purchases stood at $2.5 billion, while China’s imports reached $3.7 billion. Overall, India’s fossil-fuel imports from Russia totaled $3.1 billion, compared with China’s $5.8 billion. Following India, Turkiye was the third-largest buyer at $2.7 billion, and the European Union ranked fourth, importing $1.1 billion worth of Russian fossil fuels. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has prompted Western nations to pressure India and China to limit their Russian oil imports, arguing that…

Recently, several posts circulating on social media and some online news platforms claimed that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had issued new guidelines for exchanging old ₹500 and ₹1,000 notes. The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has now confirmed that these reports are entirely false. According to PIB, the RBI has not released any such notification. For reliable and official information regarding currency or financial matters, the RBI’s website (https://rbi.org.in) remains the sole trusted source. Citizens are advised not to forward unverified messages. In case of receiving suspicious messages, photos, or videos related to government announcements, individuals can verify their…

The Indian Navy is fast-tracking the integration of the indigenous Astra Mk2 Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) on its carrier-based fighter jets. This long-range missile will arm both the existing MiG-29K squadrons and the upcoming fleet of 26 Rafale M fighters, greatly enhancing their combat effectiveness. Advanced Indigenous Weapon System Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the Astra Mk2 is a cutting-edge missile with an operational range exceeding 160 kilometres. It incorporates a sophisticated seeker for precise targeting and a dual-pulse rocket motor, enabling it to engage highly agile targets at extreme distances. This positions it…

The Kerala government has rolled out the ‘Prajwala – Connect to Work’ scholarship to assist young job aspirants. Eligible candidates between 18 and 30 years of age will receive ₹1,000 per month for up to 12 months. Benefiting Thousands of Youths The scheme aims to support up to 5 lakh youths across Kerala, especially those engaged in skill development programs or preparing for competitive exams. The initiative was announced by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan recently, alongside other welfare measures ahead of the upcoming elections. Objective of the Scholarship The scholarship is designed to empower economically disadvantaged youth who wish to…

Karan Adani announced a significant expansion of the company’s investments in Andhra Pradesh, pledging an additional ₹1,00,000 crore over the next ten years. The investment will span ports, cement, data centers, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing, building on the group’s current investments of over ₹40,000 crore. Highlighting the group’s commitment to long-term development, Karan Adani emphasized that Andhra Pradesh is not merely a destination for investment but a launchpad for India’s next decade of transformation. He unveiled plans for the Vizag Tech Park, envisioned as one of the world’s largest hyperscale data-center ecosystems, developed in partnership with Google and fully…

The Kerala Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) is preparing to take strict action against ride-hailing giants Uber and Ola for operating in the state without official approval. Transport Commissioner Nagaraju Chakilam confirmed that the department has sought legal guidance and plans to issue show-cause notices to both companies. Low compliance despite new policy Kerala introduced an online taxi aggregator policy in 2024, but most major operators have not complied. Only one company has applied for approval, and that is for bike taxi services. Even that application is pending because the required documents have not been fully submitted. Policy requirements for legal…

Godrej’s aerospace division announced on Thursday that it has delivered the first human-rated L110 stage Vikas engine to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for the Gaganyaan project. The engine will power India’s crewed spacecraft, marking a significant step in the country’s human spaceflight program. Upcoming Gaganyaan Test Flights ISRO plans the first uncrewed test flight early next year, with the goal of sending the first Indian astronauts into orbit aboard a home-built rocket in 2027. The mission will use the human-rated LVM-3 rocket to carry the crew module safely into orbit and back to Earth. Strengthening Long-Term Partnerships Maneck…

India and Nepal have revised their Treaty of Transit to make cross-border freight movement smoother, especially for rail cargo between Jogbani in India and Biratnagar in Nepal. The update now covers bulk cargo as well, widening what can be transported through this route. Ministers formalise the amendments Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal met Nepal’s Industry, Commerce and Supplies Minister Anil Kumar Sinha in New Delhi on November 13, 2025. Both sides exchanged the letters that officially amend the protocol attached to the treaty. What the new changes enable The government said the signing will allow seamless movement of rail-based…

Sheikh Zayed bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan watched the first flight of Heli, a hybrid autonomous cargo aircraft developed by the Emirati company LOOD. The launch marks an important national milestone, since Heli is the first civilian aircraft to be fully designed, engineered and manufactured in the United Arab Emirates. Built for medium range heavy cargo operations, it also stands out as a major global step in sustainable air transport. A breakthrough for aviation in the United Arab Emirates The aircraft was unveiled during Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week, an event focused on industrial innovation and the use of artificial…