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Lionel Messi has officially confirmed his return to India in December 2025 for the GOAT Tour of India, signaling the end of a 14-year absence since he last played in Kolkata. In an official statement, the World Cup winner expressed his excitement, calling India a “very special country” and a “passionate football nation” deserving of a grand celebration. This three-day, four-city tour is structured to be far more than a public appearance; it is a dedicated festival blending high-profile sport, music, and cultural engagement across India’s most passionate regions. The GOAT Tour Itinerary: Sport Meets Culture The tour is scheduled to run from December…
Air India, India’s flagship carrier, has officially begun operations on its first non-stop route between Delhi and Manila, marking a milestone in India-Philippines air connectivity. The inaugural flight departed from Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi on schedule today. Inauguration Ceremony The event was attended by H.E. Josel F. Ignacio, Ambassador of the Philippines to India, and Maria Cynthia P. Pelayo, Minister and Consul General at the Philippine Embassy. Air India was represented by P. Balaji, Group Head – Government, Risk, Compliance & Corporate Affairs, along with other senior officials from both the airline and the embassy. Strengthening Southeast Asia Presence With Manila added to its…
The Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC) at IIT Kanpur has now incubated over 500 startups, becoming one of the first IIT-led incubators in India to reach this milestone. Set up in 2000 with SIDBI, SIIC supports technology-focused entrepreneurship and innovation. Creating Jobs and Value Startups from SIIC have raised funds giving them a combined value of around Rs 12,000 crore. The incubator has supported more than 150 women-led ventures, and the top 253 startups have created over 10,800 jobs across 22 states in India. Wide Range of Industries SIIC nurtures startups in medtech, agritech, defence, aerospace, AI, fintech, clean…
India’s premier manufacturer of armoured platforms, Armoured Vehicles Nigam (AVANI), is setting its sights on the international market. The company is actively looking for channel partners to help market and export its products globally. Focus on Key Regions AVANI is scouting for partners in Africa, West Asia, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia to support the export of its armoured platforms, spare parts, and vehicle maintenance services. This move aligns with the government’s policy of promoting outward-looking growth and expanding India’s defence exports. Advanced Platforms and Support The company produces a range of armoured vehicles, including the Arjun Main Battle Tank, the Russian-origin T-90, and armoured personnel…
Kalyani Priyadarshan and her team have achieved a historic milestone for Malayalam films. Unlike legends such as Mohanlal, Mammootty, or Fahadh Faasil, Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra has become the first Malayalam movie to surpass ₹150 crore at the Indian box office, reaching this figure in just 35 days. Domestic Earnings Soar The film continues to perform strongly, unaffected by mid-week slowdowns. Reports from Sacnilk indicate that on day 35, Lokah Chapter 1 earned an additional ₹1.90 crore, a 22% increase over the previous day. Its total domestic net collection now stands at ₹150.80 crore across all languages. With upcoming public holidays like Gandhi Jayanti…
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), led by Chairman and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, has taken strict action against its players following their defeat to India in the Asia Cup 2025 final. Despite a closely contested match, Pakistan lost to India for the third time in the tournament. No Objection Certificates Put on Hold In a move confirmed on September 29, the PCB has suspended all No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for players seeking to participate in overseas T20 leagues. COO Sumair Ahmad Syed issued notices to players and their agents. The official statement did not cite a reason, but reports suggest…
India’s wealth story is increasingly being written by women who have built businesses and fortunes on their own terms. From tech innovators to consumer brand founders, these trailblazers are redefining success. The M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 highlights their achievements, with Jayshree Ullal topping the list as the richest self-made Indian woman. Jayshree Ullal: Silicon Valley’s Indian Powerhouse At the forefront is Jayshree Ullal, President and CEO of Arista Networks, with a net worth of ₹50,170 crore. Based in San Francisco, Ullal is celebrated for her leadership in transforming Arista into one of Silicon Valley’s most successful networking companies, earning her a…
India’s relationship with the Taliban, once cautious and limited, has shifted dramatically in recent years, driven largely by its humanitarian outreach to the Afghan people. That engagement is set to deepen with the expected visit of Afghanistan’s acting foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to New Delhi on October 9–10. If confirmed, this will be the first visit to India by a senior Taliban leader since the group regained control of Kabul in 2021. Muttaqi is scheduled to meet external affairs minister S Jaishankar on the second day of his trip. New Delhi has been working since August to arrange the…
Air India and Airbus have inaugurated a modern pilot training center at the Air India Aviation Training Academy in Gurugram, Haryana. This advanced facility is designed to train more than 5,000 new pilots over the next decade, supporting the rapid expansion of India’s commercial aviation sector. Inauguration and Key Dignitaries The 50:50 joint venture facility was inaugurated by Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, with Airbus CEO Christian Scherer, Air India MD & CEO Campbell Wilson, and senior representatives from Tata Group, Air India, and Airbus in attendance. Facility Features Spanning 12,000 sq metres, the centre houses 10 Full Flight…
Roshni Nadar, Chairperson of HCL Technologies, has emerged as India’s richest woman, according to the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025, released Wednesday. Making her debut on the list, she and her family secured the third spot with a combined wealth of ₹2.84 lakh crore. This is the first time a woman has entered the top three positions of the ranking. At 44, Nadar is also the youngest among the top 10 names. Tech-Driven Wealth The Hurun list noted, “For the first time, a woman entered the Top 3 of the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 — Roshni Nadar…