US to boost military presence in Middle East amid rising tensions

US to increase military presence in Middle East amid rising tensions

The US Defense Department will move a fighter jet squadron to the Middle East and maintain an aircraft carrier in the region, the Pentagon said, as President Joe Biden made good on his promise to beef up the American military presence to help defend Israel from possible attacks by Iran and its proxies and also safeguard US troops. Aug 3, 2024
Centre convenes all-party meet today ahead of Budget Session

Centre convenes all-party meet today ahead of Budget Session

The Centre has convened an all-party meeting on Sunday ahead of the Budget Session of Parliament. The Budget Session will commence on Monday (July 22) and will conclude on August 12. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union budget in Parliament on July 23. Jul 22, 2024
Air India

Air India flight to San Francisco makes 'precautionary landing' in Russia

An Air India flight operating from Delhi to San Francisco made a "precautionary landing" at Krasnoyarsk International Airport in Russia after the cockpit crew detected a potential issue in the cargo hold area, the airline has said in a statement, adding that efforts are on to arrange ferry flight for stranded passengers. Jul 19, 2024