GCC Unified Tourist Visa Launch Delayed to 2026, Says Saudi Tourism Minister

December 29, 2025

GCC Unified Tourist Visa Launch Delayed to 2026, Says Saudi Tourism Minister

GCC’s long-awaited unified tourist visa will now launch in 2026, not 2025. The delay is due to complex security and technical checks among Gulf states. The visa aims to simplify travel across six GCC countries under one permit.

Indigo Starts Daily Flights Connecting Chennai & Coimbatore to Navi Mumbai Airport from Dec 29, 2025

December 29, 2025

Indigo Starts Daily Flights Connecting Chennai & Coimbatore to Navi Mumbai Airport from Dec 29, 2025

Indigo will begin daily direct flights from Chennai and Coimbatore to the new Navi Mumbai Airport on December 29, 2025. The flights will use Airbus A320 aircraft and operate during initial airport hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. This move brings more travel choice beyond Mumbai's busy main airport.

AI Startup Giga Hit by $3M Crypto Extortion Threat Over Stolen Data

December 28, 2025

AI Startup Giga Hit by $3M Crypto Extortion Threat Over Stolen Data

Giga CEO Varun Vummadi reveals an extortion attempt demanding $3 million in crypto. Attackers threaten to spread false data after theft of company secrets.

CESL Rolls Out India’s Biggest Tender for 10,900 Electric Buses Under PM E-DRIVE

December 28, 2025

CESL Rolls Out India’s Biggest Tender for 10,900 Electric Buses Under PM E-DRIVE

CESL has finalized India’s largest tender for 10,900 electric buses. This move will slash over 4 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions and improve city air quality. Andhra Pradesh gets 750 buses to boost clean urban travel.

Mysuru street vendors seek permission to restart business near palace after deadly gas blast

December 28, 2025

Mysuru street vendors seek permission to restart business near palace after deadly gas blast

After a deadly helium gas explosion near Mysuru palace killed 3 and injured 2, about 186 street vendors were removed. The vendors' association now appeals to authorities to allow them back, assuring following of safety and rules.