First Air India Flight Lands at Bhogapuram Airport, Marks Historic Aviation Milestone

January 4, 2026

First Air India Flight Lands at Bhogapuram Airport, Marks Historic Aviation Milestone

Air India’s inaugural flight landed at Bhogapuram International Airport on January 4, 2026, welcomed by water cannons and top officials. The event signals the airport’s readiness to boost North Andhra’s economy with full operations set by June.

Nemiroff Vodka Keeps Exports Flowing From Ukraine Amid War and Bombings

January 4, 2026

Nemiroff Vodka Keeps Exports Flowing From Ukraine Amid War and Bombings

Ukraine’s Nemiroff vodka defies war challenges, shipping to UK giants like Tesco despite missile strikes on ports. Sales jump 24% as production adapts to attacks and blocked sea routes.

UK Plush Toy Brand Jellycat Wins Hearts in China Amid Pandemic Stress

January 4, 2026

UK Plush Toy Brand Jellycat Wins Hearts in China Amid Pandemic Stress

British plush toy Jellycat has become a hit in China. Young adults like Stella Huang collect these soft toys for comfort during tough times, with the brand's sales soaring amid pandemic challenges and economic worries.

Trade Union Pushes to End Housing Tax Breaks Fueling Property Inequality in Australia

January 4, 2026

Trade Union Pushes to End Housing Tax Breaks Fueling Property Inequality in Australia

The Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union wants to end key housing tax breaks like the capital gains discount and negative gearing. It says these benefits make property costly and unfair. The union urges a new way to help renters buy homes and wants the government to act fast.

Congress Calls Centre's 90-Day Gig Worker Rule 'Too Little, Too Late'

January 3, 2026

Congress Calls Centre's 90-Day Gig Worker Rule 'Too Little, Too Late'

Congress opposes Centre's new 90-day work rule for gig workers' social security. Jairam Ramesh says it falls short of protections in Congress-run states and demands stronger laws for unorganised sector workers.