January 3, 2026

MEITY okays 22 projects under ECMS; Tamil Nadu leads with over 23,000 jobs and ₹27,166 crore investment

The Ministry of Electronics approved 22 new projects under ECMS, creating 34,061 jobs. Tamil Nadu dominates with 23,451 jobs and the largest ₹27,166 crore investments from Foxconn, Motherson, and TATA Electronics.

January 2, 2026

SalamAir Starts Low-Cost Direct Flights from Muscat to Damascus in 2026

SalamAir will fly direct between Muscat and Damascus twice weekly from May 2026. Tickets start at just OMR 59.99, offering budget travellers quick and easy access to historic Syria. The new route makes weekend trips and cultural visits affordable and hassle-free.

January 2, 2026

BWSSB to Supply Ultra-Pure Water to Peenya Industrial Area via New Tertiary Treatment Plant

BWSSB plans to supply 4 MLD ultra-pure treated water to Asia's largest Peenya Industrial Area. ₹27 crore pipeline and new tertiary plant will ensure clean, non-potable water.

January 2, 2026

US Slashes Tariffs on Italian Pasta After Companies Address Concerns

The US has cut proposed tariffs on Italian pasta from nearly 92% to as low as 2.26%. This move prevents big price hikes for US buyers and comes after Italian firms cooperated with US officials.

January 2, 2026

China Starts Taxing Condoms to Boost Falling Birth Rates

China has begun taxing condoms and contraceptives for the first time in 30 years to tackle its declining population. The government also offers child subsidies but birth rates keep falling amid high costs and aging.