January 5, 2026

KSRTC Slashes Premium Bus Fares to Boost Off-Season Travel from January 5, 2026

KSRTC has reduced fares on premium bus services from January 5 to attract more travelers during the slow January-March period. This fare cut covers buses from major depots and different service classes to compete with private operators.

January 5, 2026

India Plans to Build Passenger Jets with Russia's SJ-100 Amid Soaring Demand

India, one of the fastest-growing aviation markets, plans to build passenger jets locally with Russia's SJ-100. Despite booming demand, delivery delays from Boeing and Airbus hit hard. The domestic manufacturing push faces challenges but the India-Russia deal offers fresh hope.

January 5, 2026

Farmers Demand Agriculture, Dairy Exclusion from India-US Free Trade Deal

Thalavady Farmers Association asks India to keep agriculture and dairy out of the India-US Free Trade Agreement. They warn imports will hurt farmers and milk producers.

January 5, 2026

One Year After Assad Falls: Syria Faces Cultural Shifts and Business Uncertainty

Since Assad’s fall, Syria is changing fast. Shops sell revolutionary gear, but tourists and customers have vanished. Wineries face new rules. Alcohol sales are stalled as new Islamist government sets unclear laws. Syrians enjoy freedom yet navigate new limits.

January 5, 2026

Saudi Arabia Sets Higher Saudization Targets, Introduces Minimum Wage for Engineers

Saudi Arabia boosts local job quotas in engineering and procurement with new saudization targets. Minimum wage of SAR 8,000 introduced for Saudi engineers to build stronger workforce.