February 4, 2026

Singapore Airlines to Restart Non-Stop Flights to Riyadh from June 2026

Singapore Airlines will fly non-stop to Riyadh four times weekly starting June 2, 2026. This marks its return after 12 years and strengthens ties between Southeast Asia and Saudi Arabia.

February 4, 2026

India Condemns Theft of Mahatma Gandhi Statue from Melbourne Community Centre

The Indian government has condemned the theft of a Mahatma Gandhi bronze statue from Melbourne’s Australian Indian Community Centre. Victoria police are investigating and warned scrap metal dealers. Officials urge quick action to recover the statue and find the culprits.

February 4, 2026

South Western Railway Gets ₹2,110 Crore for 61 Karnataka Station Redevelopment

South Western Railway will redevelop 61 stations in Karnataka with ₹2,110 crore under the Amrit Station Scheme. Budget for SWR rises to ₹7,748 crore for 2026-27, expanding tracks, electrification, and premium train services.

February 4, 2026

India Agrees to Stop Buying Russian Oil, Invest $500 Billion in US in Major Trade Deal

India will stop buying Russian oil and increase oil imports from the US. Prime Minister Modi commits $500 billion in US investments. The US cuts tariffs on Indian goods in a historic trade agreement announced by White House.

February 4, 2026

US-Russia New START Treaty Set to Expire, Raising Global Nuclear Risk

The New START nuclear treaty between the US and Russia will expire this Thursday. Without it, no formal limits will guard the world's biggest nuclear powers. Moscow warns that this marks the start of a more dangerous global phase.