Kempegowda Airport Starts ₹275 Charge for Corporate Taxi Pick-ups at Terminal 1

December 31, 2025

Kempegowda Airport Starts ₹275 Charge for Corporate Taxi Pick-ups at Terminal 1

BIAL launches ₹275 pick-up fee for corporate taxis at Bengaluru Airport’s Terminal 1. The move sparked a driver protest and online petition against new parking rules.

India to Study Maldives’ Request For Indian Firms To Manage Hanimaadhoo Airport

December 31, 2025

India to Study Maldives’ Request For Indian Firms To Manage Hanimaadhoo Airport

The Indian government has asked the Airports Authority of India (AAI) to explore helping Maldives manage its upgraded Hanimaadhoo Airport. This comes over 10 years after Maldives ended a major Indian airport contract. The redeveloped airport aims to boost connectivity and growth in northern Maldives.

India Bans Oral Nimesulide Above 100mg Immediate Release Dose Over Safety Concerns

December 31, 2025

India Bans Oral Nimesulide Above 100mg Immediate Release Dose Over Safety Concerns

The Union Health Ministry has banned the manufacture and sale of oral nimesulide tablets above 100mg in immediate release form due to health risks. Lower doses and other forms remain allowed. The move aims to protect patients while safer alternatives exist.

Mandya to Convert 4,250 Acres to Organic Farming, Boost Millet Awareness and Farmer Income

December 31, 2025

Mandya to Convert 4,250 Acres to Organic Farming, Boost Millet Awareness and Farmer Income

Mandya district plans to convert 4,250 acres to organic farming. A millet roadshow launched to promote healthy eating. Farmers urged to treat agriculture as a business.

Gen Mamdi Doumbouya Wins Guinea Election with 86.72% Votes Post-2021 Coup

December 31, 2025

Gen Mamdi Doumbouya Wins Guinea Election with 86.72% Votes Post-2021 Coup

Gen Mamdi Doumbouya claimed victory in Guinea's presidential poll with 86.72% votes. The 2021 coup leader faced weak opposition after a crackdown. Over 80% voter turnout reported. The result marks the end of a four-year transition amid hopes pinned on the massive Simandou mining project.