The Manappuram VPN IBE Awards 2025 illuminated Kochi’s Gokulam Convention Centre on September 23 with a star-studded ceremony celebrating a decade of honouring excellence. Established in 2015 by Dr. Ajit Ravi in gratitude to his mentor V. P. Nandakumar, Chairman & MD of Manappuram Finance Ltd., the award debuted in Sri Lanka and has since […]
NATO issued a stern warning to Russia on Tuesday, vowing to use “all necessary military and non-military tools” to defend its allies after Russian jets violated Estonian airspace. Estonia reported that three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets crossed into its territory for 12 minutes before being escorted out by NATO Italian fighter jets. The incident, seen […]
Striking dockworkers blocked access roads to major ports in Italy on Monday as unions staged a nationwide protest against Israel’s offensive in Gaza. Demonstrators said they aimed to prevent Italy from serving as a transit hub for arms and supplies to Israel, which is at war with Hamas. The action disrupted schools, public transport, and […]
A cyberattack targeting a service provider responsible for check-in and boarding systems has disrupted operations at several major European airports, including London’s Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin. The attack has forced airports to rely on manual check-in and boarding procedures, leading to significant flight delays and cancellations. Brussels Airport confirmed that its
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s high-risk gamble of extending Donald Trump an unprecedented second state visit appears to have paid off, with the former U.S. president announcing £150 billion ($203 billion) of corporate investment in the UK’s technology, finance, and energy sectors. The move provided Starmer with a much-needed political boost after weeks of domestic
Hundreds of thousands of people across France took to the streets on Thursday in nationwide protests against looming austerity measures, demanding President Emmanuel Macron and his new Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu scrap planned budget cuts. Teachers, train drivers, hospital staff, and pharmacists joined the strikes, while students blocked dozens of high schools,
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Wednesday accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of murder and attempting to destabilise the West through sabotage, espionage, and border violations. Speaking during a heated parliamentary debate, Merz cited recent Russian incursions into Polish and Romanian airspace as part of a long-running campaign to test NATO’s limits. Merz warned
From Cochin to the world, Ajit Ravi’s 100 Life Challenge is a remarkable model of personal commitment to humanity. Introduced in 2015 while serving at Cochin International Airport Limited, the initiative aimed to save 100 lives and gradually expanded to empower people through healthcare, education, and essential aid. Ravi donated 100% of his post-tax salary […]
The UK government announced plans on Monday to jointly invest more than £1.1 billion ($1.5 billion) with industry partners in the maritime sector. Officials said the initiative will create new jobs and drive growth in coastal communities across the country, with a particular focus on engineering, green technology, and construction. The funding package includes £700 […]
France’s credit rating has been cut by Fitch to A+ from AA-, its lowest on record, casting a shadow over newly appointed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu as he begins budget negotiations. Fitch cited political instability and rising debt for the downgrade, which comes just days after President Emmanuel Macron named Lecornu as his fifth prime […]









