After more than six decades from Distinguished service, the MIG-21 of the Indian Air Force will be formal with retirement this Friday in Chandigarh. As the first supersonic hunter of India, the plane played a crucial role in several important operations, including Kargil and Balakot.
Despite his reputation for a challenging safety record, the MIG-21 has helped to train generations of pilots and remains an important part of India’s aviation history. The pension ceremony will contain a final Flypast in addition to the indigenous tejas-hunter, which symbolizes the transition from India to air possibilities of the next generation. The inheritance of the MIG-21 continues to exist as a cornerstone in the evolution of the Indian Air Force.
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External transfers under LRS – Law Larence in July will be withdrawn by travel and educational expenses
If you have kept track of how money comes from India, there is something to notice here. In July 2025, external transfers fell under the liberalized transfer regulation of the RBI by 11% on an annual basis and settled at $ 2.45 billion.
The main reasons? Fewer expenses for international travel and foreign education – both saw noticeable falls. Between April and July the total transfers fell by 28% compared to last year. This is actually the first decrease in July since the Pandemic year of 2020.
But a shift is happening. While the expenditure for travel and education fell, transfers to equity, properties and deposits increase – probably due to changing priorities in the midst of weaker rupees and some global uncertainty.
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E-commerce Festive turnover with 25% in the first two days
Amazon and Flipkart started their turnover and early signs show serious growth – we are talking about a jump of 23 to 25 percent in just the first two days. And no surprise-premium gadgets such as smartphones and TVs fly on a large scale from the (virtual) shelves.
What’s different this year? It’s not just the discounts. With the new GST reforms that lower taxes on high-quality articles, shoppers are more confident and platforms make it easier than ever to buy, with functions such as 30-minute door fairs.
Flipkart says that the iPhone 16 is already at the top of the charts, and Amazon sees a strong traction between categories. So this year’s festive shopping is not only about deals-it is about smarter editions, better policy and shoppers that go all-in premium.
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Evening clock imposed in Ladakh after intense collisions; Heavy security in cities, 50 detained
Violence broke out in Leh during protests that demanded the state of the Ladakh, causing four dead and more than 80 to be injured. Authorities put on curves and held around 50 people while calmness slowly returns.
The unrest followed at the hospitalization of hunger strikers led by activist Sonam Wangchuk, who has since canceled his fast and has insisted on peace. The government blames provocative statements, while discussions between Ladakh groups and the center continue, with the next round planned for 6 October.
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Research & VO: Prethicshaaa
Published on September 26, 2025
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