India's Skilling Drive Faces Challenges Despite Training 1.4 Crore Candidates

January 6, 2026

India's Skilling Drive Faces Challenges Despite Training 1.4 Crore Candidates

India trained 1.4 crore under PMKVY but skilling struggles to become youth's top choice. Industry and Sector Skill Councils must play bigger roles to improve job readiness and wage gains.

KSRTC’s Budget Tourism Cell Revenue Soars to ₹5.51 Crore in December 2025

January 6, 2026

KSRTC’s Budget Tourism Cell Revenue Soars to ₹5.51 Crore in December 2025

KSRTC’s Budget Tourism Cell posted a record ₹5.51 crore revenue in December 2025. Popular packages and festive travel boosted trips and travellers.

Trump Seizes Venezuela Oil Reserves After Maduro's Capture, Aims to Boost Output

January 6, 2026

Trump Seizes Venezuela Oil Reserves After Maduro's Capture, Aims to Boost Output

After arresting Nicolás Maduro, Donald Trump plans to restore Venezuela’s oil production by inviting US companies to invest. Experts warn this could harm the climate and face big risks.

Agrileaf Exports Builds AI-Based Arecanut Grading Machine with 80% Accuracy

January 6, 2026

Agrileaf Exports Builds AI-Based Arecanut Grading Machine with 80% Accuracy

Agrileaf Exports has created a working AI-powered machine to grade arecanut into four types with 80% accuracy. The prototype will be ready for farmers in six months. Arecanut cooperatives are showing interest in the new technology.

Egypt Warns Travel Agencies: Meet Hajj 2026 Deadlines or Face Legal Action

January 6, 2026

Egypt Warns Travel Agencies: Meet Hajj 2026 Deadlines or Face Legal Action

Egypt’s travel agencies must complete Hajj 2026 accommodation procedures by January 12 or face legal penalties and loss of insurance bonds. New paid Hajj packages and a lottery system replace free pilgrimages, tightening rules for pilgrims and agencies.