The Latest Breaking News from India

Air India to increase Sydney-Delhi flights to 11 weekly from December 5

Air India will introduce four additional weekly flights between Sydney and Delhi starting December 5, 2026. This expansion will increase the total number of weekly flights to 11 from 7. The airline plans to utilize larger Boeing 777-300ER aircraft for selected services on this route. Additional capacity will provide travelers…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

Shreyas Iyer breaks into T20I top 10 at career-best No. 7; Gill retains ODI top spot

Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten century in the first T20I against the West Indies helped him achieve a career-high ranking. He climbed to seventh position, making him India's third-highest ranked T20I batter currently. Shubman Gill remains the top-ranked batter in ODIs following his double-century in the second ODI. Iyer's performance prompted other…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

US' University of Colorado Denver gets UGC nod to set up campus in Hyderabad

University of Colorado Denver has received a letter of intent from the UGC to establish a campus in Hyderabad. This campus will be the first public American university authorized to grant degrees in India. CU Denver aims to extend its connection with Indian students while providing high-quality education in various…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

SWISS opens direct Bengaluru-Zurich route, links southern India to Europe with five flights a week

Beginning this October, Swiss International Air Lines will introduce a direct flight service from Bengaluru to Zurich, flying five times weekly. This new route aims to enhance travel options for both business and leisure travelers from southern India, facilitating easy connections to vibrant destinations such as Amsterdam, Paris, and Chicago.

The Economic Times · Oct 7

MDR a small fee, will not have major impact on UPI volumes: RBI Guv Malhotra

Sanjay Malhotra, the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, commented on the impact of MDR fees on UPI transactions. He expressed confidence that transaction volumes will remain stable despite the new fee structure. Additionally, Malhotra discussed strong credit growth and its positive effects on economic activity. He reassured that…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

US, Indian military leadership meet in New Delhi to boost defence ties

US and Indian military leadership gathered at Roosevelt House in New Delhi, highlighting the strengthening of the India-US Major Defence Partnership. During his six-day official visit, USPACOM Commander Admiral Samuel Paparo held talks with Indian defence officials, including Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh.

The Economic Times · Oct 7

Ambani's Reliance drives India’s Venezuela oil imports to seven-year high

India is expecting to significantly increase its imports of Venezuelan oil this month due to appealing discounts. Venezuelan crude deliveries may exceed 465,000 barrels a day, marking the highest levels since December 2019. Reliance Industries is particularly benefiting from these low-cost supplies as Russian shipments decline amidst rising costs. While…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

New Zealand adds Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) to Funds Transfer Scheme for international students

Immigration New Zealand has added Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) to its Funds Transfer Scheme, giving eligible international students at universities and polytechnics an additional provider for transferring and holding funds during their studies. The scheme is available to eligible students from India, China, Nepal, the Philippines, Sri Lanka and…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

'Rising Together' is India's vision for 2036 Olympic bid; presentation before IOC this month

India’s 2036 Olympics bid, centred on Ahmedabad, will be presented to the IOC’s Future Host Commission by the end of November under the theme “Rising Together.” India is among seven countries interested in hosting the Games. The IOC will assess venue plans, funding, public support, delivery capabilities and legacy. The…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

Neuhof School Band wins Yamaha Teens Rock 2026 Grand Finale, celebrating India's young music talent

Yamaha Music India successfully concluded the Grand Finale of Yamaha Teens Rock 2026 - The Battle of Bands, powered by Trinity College London, at the Prestige Centre for Performing Arts, Bengaluru.

The Economic Times · Oct 7