DGCA Steps Up Audits After Aviation Incidents
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ramped up safety audits and accountability protocols in response to recent aviation incidents, aiming to enhance oversight and ensure compliance.
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DGCA Enforces Strict Safety Rules After Jharkhand Plane Crash
India's aviation regulator DGCA announces stringent new safety mandates for non-scheduled operators following a high-level meeting, emphasizing zero-tolerance policy toward safety compromises.
Vande Bharat Express Delayed 80 Minutes in Mumbai
The Mumbai–Nanded Vande Bharat Express departed nearly 90 minutes late on Tuesday, with railway officials citing unavailability of a pairing rake due to maintenance and cleanliness issues.
PM Modi's Israel Visit: Strategic Talks & Defence Focus
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Israel on February 25-26 for strategic talks with Benjamin Netanyahu, focusing on defence cooperation, trade agreements, and regional diplomacy amid West Asia tensions.
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Bengaluru Tunnel-Road Project Slammed as 'White Elephant'
Prominent citizens, including historian Ramachandra Guha, have strongly criticized Bengaluru's tunnel-road project, calling it a 'white elephant' and questioning the government's expertise and credibility in handling such complex infrastructure.
DGCA Tightens Norms for Charter Operators Post-Jharkhand Crash
Following a fatal plane crash in Jharkhand involving a non-scheduled operator, India's aviation regulator DGCA has announced stringent new safety mandates after emergency meetings with industry stakeholders.
India-Israel FTA Talks Begin, PM Modi to Visit Tel Aviv
India and Israel have initiated negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to visit Tel Aviv on February 25 to bolster bilateral ties.
DGCA Grounds Four Learjet Aircraft After Safety Audit
Following a special safety audit after the Baramati crash, DGCA has ordered the immediate grounding of four Learjet 40/45 aircraft operated by VSR Ventures due to multiple non-compliances.
DGCA Grounds Four VSR Ventures Jets After Ajit Pawar Crash
Following the fatal Learjet 45 crash involving Ajit Pawar, the DGCA has grounded four VSR Ventures aircraft due to multiple safety lapses discovered in a special audit.
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DGCA Grounds VSR Planes After Baramati Crash, Safety Issues
India's DGCA grounds four VSR Ventures aircraft after a crash in Baramati involving Ajit Pawar's plane, citing serious safety lapses and launching a probe.
DGCA Grounds Four VSR Jets After Safety Audit
India's aviation regulator DGCA has grounded four Learjet aircraft of VSR Ventures following a safety audit that uncovered multiple non-compliances in airworthiness and maintenance procedures, coming months after a fatal crash involving the company.
DGCA Rolls Out Stringent Aviation Safety Measures
The DGCA has announced immediate safety directives for non-scheduled operators, including increased audits and accountability, following a surge in aviation incidents like the Ajit Pawar plane crash.
India to Rank Charter Operators on Safety After Fatal Crashes
Following two deadly crashes in a month, India's aviation regulator DGCA will rank charter operators by safety record, mandate disclosure of critical safety data, and impose stricter penalties for violations.
Australian PM Evacuated After Bomb Threat at Official Residence
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was evacuated from The Lodge in Canberra following a bomb threat. Security forces conducted a thorough search, finding no suspicious items. The PM has since returned home safely.
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Pawan Hans Helicopter Ditches Near Andaman, All Safe
A Pawan Hans helicopter carrying 7 people ditched in shallow waters near Maya Bunder in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. All passengers and crew were safely retrieved, unlike recent fatal crashes involving other non-scheduled operators in India.
Normalcy Returns to Nepal's Birgunj After Curfew Lifted
Life in Birgunj, Nepal, adjacent to Bihar's Raxaul, returns to normal as an indefinite curfew is lifted. Markets buzz again, but processions remain banned after community clashes.
Pentagon Denies Hospital Ship to Greenland Despite Trump
The Pentagon reportedly received no orders to send a hospital ship to Greenland, contradicting President Trump's announcement. Danish and Greenland officials rejected the offer, citing their free healthcare system.
Russia Warns of Nuclear Clash Over UK, France Arms to Ukraine
Russia's Foreign Ministry issues a stark warning about a potential direct clash between nuclear powers, following intelligence claims that Britain and France are preparing to secretly supply Ukraine with nuclear weapons parts and technology.
Australian PM Evacuated from Residence After Bomb Threat
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was evacuated from his official residence, The Lodge, following a bomb threat that triggered a major security scare. Authorities are investigating the incident.
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INS Anjadip Commissioning on Feb 27 as Submarine Hunter
The Indian Navy will commission INS Anjadip on February 27, 2026, a vessel designed as a 'Dolphin Hunter' for detecting, tracking, and neutralizing enemy submarines in coastal waters.
Kolkata-Agartala Bus Service via Dhaka Resumes
The direct bus service connecting Kolkata and Agartala through Dhaka has resumed operations after an 18-month hiatus, enhancing cross-border connectivity and travel convenience in the region.
NGT fines DPCC Rs 50,000 for delayed environmental fund transfer
The National Green Tribunal imposed a Rs 50,000 fine on Delhi Pollution Control Committee for a one-year delay in transferring Rs 8 lakh for afforestation in West Delhi, rejecting office shift as an excuse.
Coimbatore-Mettupalayam MEMU Train Coaches Delay Announced
Southern Railway's plan to add four coaches to the Coimbatore-Mettupalayam MEMU train faces delay as coaches are yet to arrive from Palakkad facility, leaving commuters frustrated.
India Issues Jeju Travel Advisory After Creator Detained in South Korea
The Indian Embassy in Seoul has urged nationals to exercise caution when traveling to Jeju Island, South Korea, following the detention of content creator Sachin Awasthi. The advisory highlights risks of entry denial under the visa waiver scheme and lists
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Youth Exchange in Shillong Boosts Cultural Unity and National Integration
A five-day inter-state youth exchange programme in Shillong brought together 37 participants from Mizoram and Meghalaya, promoting cultural understanding and national unity through historical tours and presentations.
Gaya De-notified as Haj Embarkation Point for 2026
Gaya has been de-notified as a Haj embarkation point for 2026 after less than 100 pilgrims chose it, citing high costs and service issues. The state's quota remains largely unutilized.
Cabinet Approves Rs 1,677 Crore Srinagar Airport Expansion
The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 1,677 crore project to develop a new civil enclave at Srinagar International Airport, featuring a modern terminal with cultural design elements and sustainability features to boost tourism and connectivity in Jammu & Ka
France Cuts U.S. Ambassador Access Over Ignored Summons
France has restricted government access for U.S. Ambassador Charles Kushner after he failed to attend a summons regarding Trump administration comments about a far-right activist's death.
PM Modi's Israel Visit to Boost Strategic Partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's second official visit to Israel from February 25-26, 2026, focuses on upgrading strategic ties through high-level meetings and a parliamentary address.
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Canada Deports Two Indians for Extortion, Arson Crimes
Canadian authorities have deported two 22-year-old Indian nationals, Lovebir Singh and Arshdeep Singh, for involvement in extortion, arson, shoplifting, and other illegal activities. Police are investigating deeper criminal networks.
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