India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) sources have learnt that there are 17 Indian nationals onboard cargo ship ‘MSC Aries’ has been taken control by Iran. India is in touch with the Iranian authorities through diplomatic channels, both in Tehran and in Delhi, to ensure security, welfare and early release of Indian nationals, the sources added. The conflict has intensified in West Asia after suspected Israeli airstrikes on Iran’s consulate in Syria's capital Damascus and Tehran’s warning of retaliation. A map showed the path of an Israeli-linked cargo ship, the MSC Aries, that had been seized between the United Arab Emirates and Iran, in the Persian Gulf, situated close to the Strait of Hormuz, on Saturday (April 13). The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) posted a warning on social media after having received a report on the vessel and said it had been “seized by regional authorities”. This after Iran warned earlier this week that it could close the Strait of Hormuz if necessary. The Aries is leased by international shipping line MSC from Gortal Shipping, an affiliate of Zodiac Maritime, Zodiac said in a statement, adding that MSC is responsible for all vessel activities. Zodiac is partly owned by Israeli businessman Eyal Ofer.
14 April,2024 12:40 PM IST
The Canadian government is reportedly considering India as its ‘potential threat’ ahead of its elections. Days after the stirring India-Canada row, Canada’s media outlet Global News has accessed a declassified canadian intelligence report from Canadian Security Intelligence Service. Global News claims that India and China have been named as “top threats” to Canada in CSIS’ report. The report named ‘Foreign Interference and Elections: A National Security Assesment” was released in October 2022.
04 February,2024 05:46 PM IST
Addressing the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 in Delhi on February 02, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence about his 3rd term. Reacting to his confidence crowd could not help clapping for PM Modi and cheering him.
03 February,2024 12:24 PM IST | Mumbai
A massive fire broke out in an eatery at Mumbai’s Lokmanya Tilak Terminus railway station on 13th December. The blaze erupted in the Jan Aahar canteen on platform number 1 of the LTT station at 2.45 pm. The fire brigade reached the spot and controlled the fire by 3:30 pm. The passengers were evacuated from the station and two vehicles of the fire brigade rushed to the spot to douse the flames. The video of the incident circulated on the social media in which black smoke rising above the roof of the railway station could be seen. Officials said that nobody has been injured in the incident of LTT Railway Station Fire.
13 December,2023 04:17 PM IST
The Supreme Court of India on Monday upheld the abrogation of Article 370 in a five-judge Constitution bench headed by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud. While some political leaders welcomed the Article 370 verdict, others expressed their disappointment. PM Modi in a tweet, welcomed the verdict terming it historic, a beacon of hope and a promise of a brighter future. National Conference leader Omar Abdullah and Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) President and former Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi Azad expressed their disappointment. On the other hand, Senior Congress leader and Maharaja Hari Singh's son Karan Singh and Shiv Sena(UBT) MP Arvind Sawant welcomed the verdict.
11 December,2023 02:39 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Nov 25 flew a sortie on Tejas Aircraft in Bengaluru. PM Modi took to X (formerly Twitter) and shared his experience. PM termed it an “incredibly enriching” experience and wrote that it left a renewed “sense of pride” with him. The first version of the Light Combat Aircraft was inducted into the Indian Air Force in 2016. Currently, two squadrons of IAF, 45 Squadron and 18 Squadron, are fully operational with LCA Tejas. Under BJP-led NDA Govt, an order worth Rs 36,468 Cr for the delivery of 83 LCA Mk 1A aircraft has been placed with HAL. The delivery of these aircraft is scheduled to begin by February 2024. Also, over Rs 9000 Cr have been sanctioned for the development of LCA Mk 2, an updated and more lethal version of LCA Tejas. Transfer of Technology for manufacturing of the GE engine in India was negotiated with GE during PM’s visit to the US in June 2023
25 November,2023 05:06 PM IST
PM Modi virtually inaugurated the new integrated terminal building at Veer Savarkar International Airport in Port Blair. Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, General VK Singh were also present at the inaugural ceremony. With a total built-up area of around 40,800 sqm., the new terminal building will be capable of handling about 50 lakh passengers annually. With apron suitable for two Boeing types of planes, the airport is now suitable for parking of ten aircraft at a time. Terminal has a number of sustainability features like Double Insulated Roofing System to reduce heat gain, skylights for inlet of natural sunlight. It has rainwater catchment in an underground water tank, on-site sewage treatment plant with 100% of treated wastewater reused for landscaping. Cutting-edge modern features of the terminal building will ensure minimal negative impact on the islands’ environment. As a gateway to the pristine islands of Andaman and Nicobar, Port Blair is a popular destination for tourists. The spacious New Integrated Terminal Building will boost air traffic and help enhance tourism in the region. It will also help create enhanced employment opportunities for the local community and give fillip to the economy of the region.
18 July,2023 01:02 PM IST | Mumbai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the New Integrated Terminal Building of Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair on 18th July via video conferencing. With a total built-up area of around 40,800 sqm., the new terminal building will be capable of handling about 50 lakh passengers annually. An Apron suitable for two Boeing-767-400 and two Airbus-321 types of aircraft has also been constructed at Port Blair Airport at a cost of Rs 80 crore, making the airport now suitable for parking of ten aircraft at a time. Inspired from nature, the architectural design of the airport terminal resembles a shell shaped structure depicting sea and islands. The new airport terminal building has a number of sustainability features like Double Insulated Roofing System to reduce heat gain, skylights to provide maximum inlet of abundant natural sunlight during day time to reduce artificial light usage inside the building, LED lighting, low heat gain glazing. Rainwater catchment in an underground water tank, on-site sewage treatment plant with 100% of treated wastewater reused for landscaping and a 500 KW capacity solar power plant are some other features of the terminal building ensuring minimal negative impact on the islands’ environment.
17 July,2023 03:23 PM IST | Mumbai
In quest of tasting the best pav bhaji in Mumbai, we stopped by one of the legendary eateries - Cannon Pav Bhaji. Located just opposite the CST railway station, Cannon Pav Bhaji opened up in 1975 and has been serving authentic Mumbai Pav Bhaji ever since. Known to offer some of the best pav bhajis in Mumbai, Cannon’s pav bhaji can easily be termed one of Mumbai’s best street food. Don’t believe me? Check this out.
27 June,2023 06:46 PM IST
A US court has approved the extradition of Tahawwur Rana to India as he is sought for his involvement in 26/11. Tahawwur, a Canadian businessman of Pakistani descent, was arrested in the US on an extradition request by India. “The Court has reviewed and considered all of the documents submitted in support of and in opposition to the Request and has considered the arguments presented at the hearing. Based on such review and consideration and for the reasons discussed herein, the Court makes the findings set forth below and certifies to the Secretary of State of the United States the extraditability of Rana on the charged offenses that are the subject of the Request,” said US Court Orders. Rana is accused of planning and executing the Lashkar terrorist attacks in Mumbai with his childhood friend David Headley. In 2011, Rana was convicted in Chicago of providing material support to a Pakistan-based terror outfit LeT. Extradition was contested by his lawyer, but the judge ruled that there are sufficient evidence to establish that he was accused of 26/11 incident.
18 May,2023 03:35 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
