Tamil Nadu’s Educational Loan Accounts Drop Sharply, Still Lead India

January 13, 2026

Tamil Nadu’s Educational Loan Accounts Drop Sharply, Still Lead India

Tamil Nadu sees a big fall in active educational loan accounts from 9.1 lakh to 3.1 lakh, driving India’s overall decline. Loan amount per borrower doubles despite fewer loans.

Kempegowda Airport Handles 43.82M Passengers in 2025, Sets New Daily Records

January 12, 2026

Kempegowda Airport Handles 43.82M Passengers in 2025, Sets New Daily Records

Kempegowda International Airport served 43.82 million passengers in 2025, growing 8%. It hit record daily passenger and cargo numbers and climbed to second in domestic flights.

Kerala Increases Food Prices Up to 25% at Government Guest Houses Amid Inflation

January 12, 2026

Kerala Increases Food Prices Up to 25% at Government Guest Houses Amid Inflation

Kerala government raises food and beverage prices by up to 25% at Yatri Nivas and Kerala Houses due to soaring inflation in essentials. Prices fixed since 2017 see a sharp increase, impacting daily meals like dosa and biriyani. Rising costs of chicken, coconut, and cooking gas add pressure on caterers and consumers.

TCS Q3 Net Profit Drops 13.91% to ₹10,657 Crore; Revenue Rises 4.86% Amid $1.8B AI Boost

January 12, 2026

TCS Q3 Net Profit Drops 13.91% to ₹10,657 Crore; Revenue Rises 4.86% Amid $1.8B AI Boost

TCS reported a 13.91% fall in net profit to ₹10,657 crore for Dec quarter. Revenue rose 4.86% to ₹67,087 crore. AI revenues hit $1.8 billion. New deals worth $9.3 billion.

Oman Bans Expats From 200+ Jobs to Boost Local Workforce Under Omanisation Drive

January 12, 2026

Oman Bans Expats From 200+ Jobs to Boost Local Workforce Under Omanisation Drive

Oman has banned expatriates from working in over 200 professions, including tourism and management, to create more jobs for locals. The policy phases out foreign work visas in these roles by 2027, aiming to strengthen the economy and reduce reliance on foreign labor. The move may challenge businesses but promises new opportunities for Omani citizens.