A preliminary investigation into last week’s dramatic Flydubai cockpit incident has revealed that the co-pilot accused of trying to seize control of the aircraft allegedly planned a suicide attack on Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport, drawing inspiration from the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States. According to findings cited by CNN and attributed
Indian airlines, including Air India Express, IndiGo, and Akasa Air, have taken swift action to suspend, cancel, or divert all flights to and from Riyadh until October 10. This urgent disruption comes in the wake of an escalating security situation triggered by a fresh ballistic missile strike claim by Yemen’s Houthi rebels targeting the King
Pakistan has agreed to rapidly deploy additional military personnel to Saudi Arabia amid escalating attacks by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi movement, marking a significant departure from its approach during the Yemen crisis a decade ago. The decision has sparked debate inside Pakistan, with critics arguing that it reflects the growing influence of the military over foreign
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has issued an advisory asking Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia to remain alert and exercise caution amid the evolving security situation in the region. In the advisory, the embassy urged Indian citizens to stay “alert and vigilant”, closely follow instructions issued by Saudi authorities, and remain indoors whenever necessary. The
The United States has suspended several major technology companies from the PERM labour certification programme, a crucial step used by employers seeking employment-based Green Cards for foreign workers, including many on H-1B visas. The move has triggered concern across the global technology sector, particularly among Indian IT firms that employ large numbers of skilled professionals
UNITED NATIONS: India has rebuked the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) at the UN General Assembly over its remarks on New Delhi’s action against terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking at the General Assembly’s Sixth Committee, BJP MP Biplab Kumar Deb said the OIC was unable to “distinguish between the victim
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has completed 25 continuous years as head of government, a political milestone that has drawn congratulations from leaders across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Pacific. Messages from several world leaders highlighted Modi’s long tenure in public office, his governance record, and India’s growing role on the global stage. Modi first assumed
Russian health authorities have sought to calm public concern after the death of a laboratory worker at a plague research institute in Siberia triggered international attention and prompted precautionary measures. The worker, identified as 28‑year‑old Darya Shipilova, died last week from severe pneumonia, according to Russian officials. The exact cause of the illness has not
Russia has publicly welcomed India’s latest efforts to help find a diplomatic solution to the Russia–Ukraine war, with Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov expressing appreciation for New Delhi’s willingness to contribute to peace negotiations. Speaking to Russian media, Peskov said Moscow was grateful for India’s readiness to engage in efforts aimed at resolving the conflict. The
At least 11 people were killed across Ukraine after Russia launched one of its largest overnight attacks in recent weeks, firing around 70 missiles and more than 100 drones at multiple regions across the country, according to Ukrainian authorities. The assault struck several areas, including Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Kharkiv and Poltava, as Russian forces intensified attacks
