Starting with just three vehicles and no prior industry experience, Manoj Padikkal transformed Padikkal Travels into a trusted name in school transport and tourism through relentless determination, consistency, and a focus on quality. He shares how one opportunity grew into a long-term vision driven by innovation, discipline, and people-centric values. From integrating AI
Indian logistics magnate Dr Vijay Sankeshwar, Chairman and Managing Director of VRL Group, has been named the recipient of the 19th MBA (Multibillionaire Business Achiever) Award, a prestigious honour celebrating extraordinary business impact and social commitment. The award, conceptualized by Dr. Ajit Ravi, is presented by Unique Times in partnership with Manappuram
A Ukrainian drone strike targeted a factory in the Russian city of Izhevsk on Tuesday, resulting in three fatalities and 35 injuries, according to regional governor Alexander Brechalov via his Telegram channel. Although Brechalov did not disclose the facility’s name, Ukrainian security sources informed Reuters that the attack was carried out by long-range drones
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has warned of “clear legal consequences” for those organizing or participating in the Budapest Pride march, following a police ban on the event. The march, scheduled for this weekend, has been deemed illegal under new legislation passed in March, which allows authorities to prohibit LGBTQ parades on the grounds of […]
NATO leaders gathered in The Hague for a landmark summit that German Chancellor Friedrich Merz described as “historic,” with all 32 member nations expected to commit to raising defence spending to 5% of national GDP. US President Donald Trump attended his first NATO summit since 2019, receiving public praise from Secretary General Mark Rutte for […]
More than 100 Labour MPs have backed a move to block the government’s controversial welfare reform bill, which aims to cut disability and sickness-related benefits to save £5bn annually by 2030. The MPs have signed a reasoned amendment that could potentially halt the bill’s progress if selected by the Commons Speaker and supported by a […]
London’s Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has expressed his “shock and frustration” over a planned protest in support of Palestine Action, set to take place in central London on Monday. The protest, backed by 35 groups including the Stop the War Coalition and MEND, follows a high-profile break-in by Palestine Action activists at RAF […]
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is facing a major political crisis following the resignation of senior Socialist Party (PSOE) leader Santos Cerdán, who is under investigation for alleged corruption. Audio recordings released by investigators appear to show Cerdán discussing commissions paid for public contracts, forcing his resignation from both the party and
Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, better known by his stage name Mo Chara from the Irish-language hip-hop group Kneecap, was released on unconditional bail after appearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London on a terror-related charge. He is accused of displaying a flag in support of the banned organisation Hezbollah during a recent performance in the […]
Pegasus, the force behind the celebrated Miss South India and Mrs South India pageants, has raised serious concerns over growing instances of impersonation. Founded and trademarked by Dr. Ajit Ravi, these platforms are considered flagships in the beauty pageant space, offering women a stage to showcase talent and strength. However, recent activity by unassociated groups









