- Nationwide Bank Strike Jan 27: SBI, PNB Services Hit
New Delhi | January 26, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Nationwide Bank Strike Jan 27: Banking operations at public sector banks across India are likely to face significant disruption on Tuesday, January 27, as the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) proceeds with a nationwide strike demanding the implementation of a five-day work week. The strike follows the failure of a conciliation meeting with the Chief Labour Commissioner held on January 23, which did not result…
- DRDO Unveils 10 Hypersonic Anti-Ship Missile on R-Day 2026
New Delhi | January 26, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES DRDO Unveils 10 Hypersonic Anti-Ship Missile: India’s defence self-reliance journey reached a major milestone on the 77th Republic Day as the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) unveiled cutting-edge military technologies at the Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path. The highlights included the Long Range Hypersonic Anti-Ship Missile (LR-AShM) and a dedicated DRDO tableau showcasing Naval Technologies for Combat Submarines, reinforcing India’s growing indigenous defence capabilities.…
- Republic Day 2026: PM Modi Pays Tribute at War Memorial
New Delhi, January 26, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Republic Day 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi began the 77th Republic Day celebrations by paying homage to India’s fallen soldiers at the National War Memorial in New Delhi on Monday, leading the nation in honouring the brave heroes who sacrificed their lives for the country. Upon his arrival at the memorial, the Prime Minister was received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. In a solemn and dignified ceremony,…
- India-Canada Relations Strengthen After S Jaishankar-Anand Talks
New Delhi, January 26, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES India-Canada Relations Strengthen : India and Canada continued efforts to strengthen their bilateral relationship as External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held discussions with his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand on Monday. The talks focused on expanding cooperation across multiple sectors and sustaining high-level diplomatic engagement between the two nations. Sharing details on social media platform X, S Jaishankar described the interaction as productive, highlighting the growing momentum…
- Meta Lawsuit Claims WhatsApp Chats Are Not Private
New Delhi | January 25, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Meta Lawsuit Claims WhatsApp Chats Are Not Private: Meta Platforms Inc. is facing a lawsuit in the United States that challenges its long-standing claims about WhatsApp’s end-to-end encryption, alleging that the company can access, store, and analyse users’ private chats. Meta has strongly denied the accusations, calling the case a “frivolous work of fiction.” The lawsuit was filed in the US District Court in San Francisco…
- Indias UPI Likely to Launch in Japan After FY26 Trials
New Delhi | January 24,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Indias UPI Likely to Launch in Japan: India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI), the world’s largest real-time digital payment system, may soon make its way to Japan, as the two countries explore linking their payment networks to cater to a rapidly growing number of Indian tourists. According to a report by Nikkei Asia, Japanese IT services major NTT Data has partnered with the National Payments Corporation of India…
- Cabinet Okays Atal Pension Yojana Extension Till 2030-31
New Delhi | January 21,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Cabinet Okays Atal Pension Yojana Extension: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the continuation of the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) till the financial year 2030-31, reaffirming the government’s commitment to providing old-age income security to unorganised sector workers. Along with extending the scheme, the Cabinet also approved continued government funding support for promotional and developmental activities, as well as gap funding…
- India Sends 60 Vehicles to Nepal for Election Support
Kathmandu | January 21,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES India Sends 60 Vehicles to Nepal for Election Support: India on Tuesday handed over more than 60 double-cab pickup vehicles and essential supplies to Nepal as part of election-related assistance ahead of the Himalayan nation’s polls scheduled for March 5. The delivery marks the first tranche of India’s support aimed at strengthening Nepal’s election preparedness. According to a statement issued by the Indian Embassy in Nepal, the Government…
- PM Modi Welcomes Dubai Crown Prince in Delhi: What This High-Level UAE Visit Means for India
New Delhi | January 20, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES PM Modi Welcomes Dubai Crown Prince in Delhi: PM Modi on Monday warmly welcomed a high-level delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), including Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, underscoring the growing depth and momentum of the India–UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The visit comes as part of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s official working trip to India, undertaken at…
- Delhi-NCR Severe Pollution: AQI Crosses 450, GRAP-4
New Delhi | January 19, 2026 |SKY LINK TIMES Delhi-NCR Severe Pollution: Air pollution levels across the National Capital Region (NCR) have reached alarming levels, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) crosses 450 in several areas, pushing the entire region into the ‘severe’ category. According to official data, Delhi, Noida and Ghaziabad are witnessing dangerously high pollution levels, raising serious health concerns for residents. Experts have described the situation as being akin to a “gas chamber”,…
- Davos 2026: World Leaders Meet to Set Global Priorities
New Delhi | Jan 19,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES India is set to make a significant impact at Davos 2026, with a high-powered delegation comprising Union Ministers, Chief Ministers and over 100 CEOs of leading Indian corporates. As the fastest-growing major economy in the world, India’s political and business leadership is using the global platform to attract foreign investment and highlight the country’s growth story. Union Ministers Attending Davos 2026 Key Union Ministers participating in the…
- BJP Will Win TTAADC Through Development Not Muscle Power: Tripura CM Manik Saha
Agartala | Jan 17,2026 |SKY LINK TIMES BJP Will Win TTAADC Through Development Not Muscle Power: Tripura CM Manik Saha on Friday asserted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) aims to win the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) and opposition-held Assembly seats through development work rather than politics based on muscle power. Addressing an organisational meeting at Barjala in Agartala, CM Manik Saha said that politics rooted in force and intimidation is not sustainable…
- Govt Extends Export Incentives to Postal Shipments for MSMEs from Jan 15
New Delhi | January 17,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Govt Extends Export Incentives to Postal Shipments for MSMEs: In a major policy move aimed at strengthening India’s MSME and cross-border e-commerce ecosystem, the government has extended key export incentives to goods shipped through the postal route. The decision, effective January 15, is expected to significantly improve export competitiveness for small businesses, especially those operating from smaller towns and remote regions. The Central Board of Indirect Taxes…
New Delhi | January 26, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Nationwide Bank Strike Jan 27: Banking operations at public sector banks across India are likely to face significant disruption on Tuesday, January 27, as the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) proceeds with a nationwide strike demanding the implementation of a five-day work week. The strike follows the failure of a conciliation meeting with the Chief Labour Commissioner held on January 23, which did not result…
New Delhi | January 26, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES DRDO Unveils 10 Hypersonic Anti-Ship Missile: India’s defence self-reliance journey reached a major milestone on the 77th Republic Day as the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) unveiled cutting-edge military technologies at the Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path. The highlights included the Long Range Hypersonic Anti-Ship Missile (LR-AShM) and a dedicated DRDO tableau showcasing Naval Technologies for Combat Submarines, reinforcing India’s growing indigenous defence capabilities.…
New Delhi, January 26, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Republic Day 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi began the 77th Republic Day celebrations by paying homage to India’s fallen soldiers at the National War Memorial in New Delhi on Monday, leading the nation in honouring the brave heroes who sacrificed their lives for the country. Upon his arrival at the memorial, the Prime Minister was received by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. In a solemn and dignified ceremony,…
New Delhi, January 26, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES India-Canada Relations Strengthen : India and Canada continued efforts to strengthen their bilateral relationship as External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held discussions with his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand on Monday. The talks focused on expanding cooperation across multiple sectors and sustaining high-level diplomatic engagement between the two nations. Sharing details on social media platform X, S Jaishankar described the interaction as productive, highlighting the growing momentum…
New Delhi | January 25, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Meta Lawsuit Claims WhatsApp Chats Are Not Private: Meta Platforms Inc. is facing a lawsuit in the United States that challenges its long-standing claims about WhatsApp’s end-to-end encryption, alleging that the company can access, store, and analyse users’ private chats. Meta has strongly denied the accusations, calling the case a “frivolous work of fiction.” The lawsuit was filed in the US District Court in San Francisco…
New Delhi | January 24,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Indias UPI Likely to Launch in Japan: India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI), the world’s largest real-time digital payment system, may soon make its way to Japan, as the two countries explore linking their payment networks to cater to a rapidly growing number of Indian tourists. According to a report by Nikkei Asia, Japanese IT services major NTT Data has partnered with the National Payments Corporation of India…
New Delhi | January 21,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Cabinet Okays Atal Pension Yojana Extension: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the continuation of the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) till the financial year 2030-31, reaffirming the government’s commitment to providing old-age income security to unorganised sector workers. Along with extending the scheme, the Cabinet also approved continued government funding support for promotional and developmental activities, as well as gap funding…
Kathmandu | January 21,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES India Sends 60 Vehicles to Nepal for Election Support: India on Tuesday handed over more than 60 double-cab pickup vehicles and essential supplies to Nepal as part of election-related assistance ahead of the Himalayan nation’s polls scheduled for March 5. The delivery marks the first tranche of India’s support aimed at strengthening Nepal’s election preparedness. According to a statement issued by the Indian Embassy in Nepal, the Government…
New Delhi | January 20, 2026 | SKY LINK TIMES PM Modi Welcomes Dubai Crown Prince in Delhi: PM Modi on Monday warmly welcomed a high-level delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), including Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, underscoring the growing depth and momentum of the India–UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The visit comes as part of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s official working trip to India, undertaken at…
New Delhi | January 19, 2026 |SKY LINK TIMES Delhi-NCR Severe Pollution: Air pollution levels across the National Capital Region (NCR) have reached alarming levels, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) crosses 450 in several areas, pushing the entire region into the ‘severe’ category. According to official data, Delhi, Noida and Ghaziabad are witnessing dangerously high pollution levels, raising serious health concerns for residents. Experts have described the situation as being akin to a “gas chamber”,…
New Delhi | Jan 19,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES India is set to make a significant impact at Davos 2026, with a high-powered delegation comprising Union Ministers, Chief Ministers and over 100 CEOs of leading Indian corporates. As the fastest-growing major economy in the world, India’s political and business leadership is using the global platform to attract foreign investment and highlight the country’s growth story. Union Ministers Attending Davos 2026 Key Union Ministers participating in the…
Agartala | Jan 17,2026 |SKY LINK TIMES BJP Will Win TTAADC Through Development Not Muscle Power: Tripura CM Manik Saha on Friday asserted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) aims to win the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) and opposition-held Assembly seats through development work rather than politics based on muscle power. Addressing an organisational meeting at Barjala in Agartala, CM Manik Saha said that politics rooted in force and intimidation is not sustainable…
New Delhi | January 17,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Govt Extends Export Incentives to Postal Shipments for MSMEs: In a major policy move aimed at strengthening India’s MSME and cross-border e-commerce ecosystem, the government has extended key export incentives to goods shipped through the postal route. The decision, effective January 15, is expected to significantly improve export competitiveness for small businesses, especially those operating from smaller towns and remote regions. The Central Board of Indirect Taxes…