Air India described the incident as an “operational issue,” saying the decision to return was taken in line with standard procedures. Illustrative image.

‘Flight to nowhere’: 8 hours in air, then a U-turn

Aircraft lacked regulatory clearance to enter Canada, forcing mid-air return

India’s cheap weight-loss jabs set global shift

Generic semaglutide rollout could slash prices, widen access across developing world

By the end of 2026, core patents on semaglutide will have expired in 10 countries that represent 48 percent of the global obesity burden.

Dirham gains vs INR, PKR, PHP. Should expats remit now?

Quick look at current exchange rates - as of March 19 - against the UAE dirham

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War’s ripple effect: From Hormuz to India’s kitchens

Rising energy prices reshape how households and vendors cook in India

Roughly 60% of India's liquefied petroleum gas requirements are imported, meaning global disruptions can quickly filter down into domestic markets.

Air India and Air India Express add more GCC flights

Scheduled and non-scheduled flights ensure seamless travel to UAE and Saudi Arabia

Passengers can rebook or claim refunds on affected routes without extra charges.

Kamal Haasan backs Pinarayi ahead of Kerala polls

Actor says emotional bond with Kerala remains despite ‘outsider’ tag

Kamal Haasan and Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

Aster wins shareholder backing for India merger

Aster DM secures 96.68% shareholder vote for QCIL merger, eyes India expansion

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India LPG shortage worsens as queues grow longer

LPG shortage worsens as Iran war disrupts supply and hits households hard

India is facing a deepening LPG crisis as shortages of cooking gas cylinders disrupt daily life across the country. Millions of households, along with hotels and small businesses, are struggling to secure regular supplies. Long queues outside gas agencies have become a common sight, while several eateries have been forced to shut temporarily due to lack of fuel. Above, people wait in a long queue to refill their LPG cylinders outside a gas agency amid reports of a nationwide shortage, in Ahmedabad.

India diversifies LPG sourcing amid West Asia tensions

US imports begin as government urges consumers to avoid panic bookings and hoarding

Authorities have said that a surge in advance bookings of LPG cylinders driven by consumer anxiety is beginning to ease.

Asia’s largest tulip garden opened in Srinagar

Tulip Show 2026 opens in Srinagar with 1.8 million flowers and 70 varieties

A stunning view of colourful tulips in full bloom at the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden in Srinagar, Asia’s largest tulip garden, set against the scenic Zabarwan mountain range.

CBSE cancels Class 12 exams: 10,000 UAE students hit

Mixed emotions, uncertain timelines as Board promises student-centred evaluation policy

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Air India, Air India Express to operate 44 flights

Airlines run mix of scheduled and special flights across regional routes

Air India and Air India Express flights form part of the airlines’ continuing operations across West Asia, maintaining connectivity between India and key regional destinations.

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