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Finland is now allowing Indian citizens to apply for permanent residency (PR), giving them the chance to live and work indefinitely in the country known for its high quality of life, clean cities, lakes, and the Northern Lights. Why Finland PR Matters A PR permit lets you stay and work in Finland without limits, bring family members, and access healthcare, social security, public schools, pensions, and unemployment benefits. PR holders can also take visa-free trips to most Schengen countries and enjoy easier access to housing and financial schemes. Eligibility Criteria To apply, you must: Documents Needed Application Steps Application Fees Finland’s PR program offers a direct path for Indians…

Actor R. Madhavan, who gained significant weight to portray Nambi Narayanan in the 2022 biographical drama Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, stunned fans with a rapid weight loss shortly after the film’s release. In an interview with Curly Tales, Madhavan revealed he lost weight without exercise, surgery, or supplements, focusing solely on foods beneficial for his body over a 21-day period. Allergy Test Guides Diet. To manage quick weight fluctuations, Madhavan underwent an allergy test that identified food intolerances. Avoiding these triggers helped accelerate his weight loss. He also adopted additional lifestyle strategies, including intermittent fasting and mindful chewing, reportedly chewing each bite 45–60 times to improve digestion and nutrient absorption. His last meal of…

Air India is set to return five leased Boeing 777-200LR aircraft to Delta Air Lines by March next year, sources told PTI. This move will lead to adjustments in North American flight schedules as the airline manages its wide-body fleet. Plan for Fleet Transition Out of the five planes, two have already been taken out of service for maintenance. To minimize disruptions, Air India has started transitioning select US routes to its Boeing 777-300ERs. A spokesperson said the airline is adjusting schedules while ensuring passenger convenience. “The lease for these B777-200LRs is concluding. Accordingly, we have moved select US routes from B777-200LRs to B777-300ERs and revised…

Adani Road Transport Limited (ARTL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Adani Enterprises, has signed a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) on September 11, 2025, to acquire 100% stake in D P Jain TOT Toll Roads Private Limited (DPJTOT). The deal is valued at an Enterprise Value of up to Rs 1,342 crore and is subject to regulatory approvals and standard closing conditions. Parties Involved ARTL will acquire the stake from D P Jain TOT Toll Roads Pvt. Ltd., D P Jain & Co Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd., and DPJ-DRA Tollways Pvt Ltd. The company confirmed the transaction under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements), 2015. Key Terms of…

Kathmandu has entered another turning point in its turbulent politics. On Friday night, Sushila Karki, Nepal’s former chief justice, took oath as interim Prime Minister, NDTV reported. Her appointment came after days of mass protests that shook the Oli government. The deal was hammered out between President Ramchandra Paudel, leaders of the youth-driven protest movement, and the army chief, General Ashok Raj Sigdel. A Judge Thrust Into Politics At 73, Karki is no career politician. She is remembered for being Nepal’s first woman chief justice (2016–2017) and for a strong anti-corruption stance that often rattled the establishment. Protesters demanding clean governance saw her as…

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has proposed acquiring 114 Rafale fighter jets under a “Made in India” collaboration between French manufacturer Dassault Aviation and Indian aerospace firms. Valued at over Rs 2 lakh crore, this would be one of the biggest defence deals in India’s history. Defence Ministry Review Underway According to officials, the defence ministry has already begun examining the IAF’s proposal. The project is expected to go before the Defence Procurement Board, chaired by the Defence Secretary, in the coming weeks. If cleared, the proposal will then move to the Defence Acquisition Council for final approval. Boost to Indigenous Manufacturing Over 60 percent of the deal’s content will be indigenous, strengthening…

The Maharashtra government has chosen Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) to prepare the detailed project report (DPR) for Mumbai’s proposed water metro project. This move is expected to strengthen KMRL’s consultancy wing while adding a fresh stream of non-ticket revenue to the company. Building on Feasibility Study KMRL confirmed that the DPR will build on a feasibility study its consultancy division had already completed for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The proposed network will cover major water bodies like Vaitarna, Vasai, Manori, Thane, Panvel, and Karanja, aiming to ease commuter movement across India’s financial hub. A Challenging Assignment KMRL managing director Loknath Behera described…

Construction is progressing on Dubai’s first commercial vertiport near Dubai International Airport (DXB), set to handle up to 170,000 passengers annually. The Dubai International Vertiport (DXV) will serve as a dedicated hub for the takeoff, landing, and servicing of flying taxis, with operations planned to begin in early 2026. Reem Al Saffar, acting senior director for air navigation and aerodromes at the General Civil Aviation Authority, confirmed that foundation work for the landing area is complete and parking facilities for the DXV building are currently under development. In the initial phase, flying taxis will operate on fixed routes connecting four…

India’s Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is preparing to establish its first international school in the United Arab Emirates, marking a major step in its effort to globalize Indian education, according to Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The move aims to serve the large Indian expatriate community while setting new standards for CBSE schools abroad. The school will operate as a CBSE International School, combining the board’s academic rigor with a globally-oriented curriculum. It will focus on modern pedagogy, critical thinking, and global competencies, while retaining core Indian educational values. While over 100 CBSE-affiliated schools already exist in the Gulf, this…

India is set to embark on a historic aerospace endeavour drawing on France’s Safran S.A. and DRDO’s engineering expertise. Under the AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) programme, they will jointly develop a 120‑kilonewton fighter jet engine, a major leap in India’s strategic aerospace capabilities. The design features full technology transfer to DRDO, including critical components like single‑crystal blade technology and key manufacturing processes. The goal is that India retains complete Intellectual Property Rights while building the engine domestically through DRDO’s Gas Turbine Research Establishment. Timeline goals are ambitious: nine prototypes over twelve years, with an initial prototype expected around 2027, leading up to…