January 17, 2026

No Emergency: Hot Air Balloon Lands Safely at Hyderabad Festival, Confirms Safety Chief

A hot air balloon at Hyderabad's festival made a standard controlled landing, not an emergency. Sky Waltz flight safety head Captain M Chouhan debunks viral snag claims.

January 17, 2026

Azim Premji Foundation To Build ₹4,000 Crore Charity Hospital In Bengaluru

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announced Azim Premji Foundation will spend ₹4,000 crore over five years to build and run a 1,000-bed super-speciality hospital in Bengaluru. The hospital will offer free and low-cost transplant services, aiming to improve healthcare access statewide.

January 17, 2026

Unrest Blocks NH 12 in Beldanga Over Migrant Worker Death; Police Disperse Mob

Beldanga in Murshidabad saw fresh unrest as locals blocked NH 12 protesting a migrant worker's death. Police used force to clear the blockade. Two journalists were assaulted during the violence.

January 17, 2026

Air India and Saudia Sign Codeshare Deal to Boost India-Saudi Arabia Travel from Feb 2026

Air India and Saudia will start a codeshare agreement in February 2026. This will make booking easier and increase flight options across India and Saudi Arabia. Passengers will enjoy smooth connections, single-ticket bookings, and access to many new destinations.

January 17, 2026

Abu Dhabi Crowned World’s Best Cruise Destination for 2025

Abu Dhabi has been named the World’s Best Cruise Destination for 2025 at the World Cruise Awards, marking its second consecutive win. The emirate impresses with a unique dual-port strategy offering cultural city tours and island escapes, fueling a 27% rise in cruise calls.