- Tripura Organic 18 MT Rice Goes Global: Consignment Flagged Off to Austria, Netherlands
Agartala | September 3,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Tripura Organic 18 MT Rice Goes Global: Tripura has achieved a significant milestone in organic agriculture exports with 18 metric tonnes of NPOP-certified ethnic rice being flagged off for export to Austria and the Netherlands on September 2, 2026. The export, facilitated by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), is expected to open new international market opportunities for Tripura’s farmers and Farmer Producer Companies…
- 185 Crore Tax Evasion Unearthed: DGGI Raids Pan Masala, Gutkha Units in UP
New Delhi | August 21,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES 185 Crore Tax Evasion Unearthed: The Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) has uncovered an alleged clandestine manufacturing network involved in the production of pan masala, scented jarda and gutkha across six premises in Uttar Pradesh’s Chitrakoot and Banda districts. According to the Ministry of Finance, the coordinated searches led to the seizure of machinery, finished products and large quantities of raw materials. Authorities have so far…
- Japan Defence Minister Hails Strong India Ties
New Delhi | August 20 | SKY LINK TIMES Japan Defence Minister Hails Strong India Ties: Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi on Thursday praised the growing defence partnership between India and Japan, highlighting the Indian Navy’s timely assistance during a medical emergency involving a Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) vessel as an example of the two countries’ close cooperation. Speaking during his meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi, Koizumi said the incident demonstrated…
- Google AI Plus Free for Indian Students for 1 Year
New Delhi | August 20,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Google AI Plus Free for Indian Students for 1 Year: Google has announced a one-year free subscription to its AI Plus plan for eligible college students in India, giving them access to enhanced artificial intelligence tools, higher usage limits and learning-focused features at no cost for 12 months. The initiative is aimed at helping students use AI for studying, research, academic projects and personalised learning. Eligible students…
- Meta Under Fire: Senator Mark Warner Questions Alleged CSAM Ads on Facebook, Instagram
Washington | August 20,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Meta Under Fire: US Senator Mark Warner has demanded answers from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg over allegations that paid advertisements containing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and non-consensual intimate images appeared across the company’s social media platforms. In a letter dated August 18, the Virginia Democrat questioned how the advertisements passed Meta’s review systems, whether the company received revenue from them and what measures were taken to identify…
- Rajnath Singh to Meet Japan Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi on August 20 to Strengthen Indo-Pacific Defence Cooperation
New Delhi/Mumbai | August 19,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Rajnath Singh to Meet Japan Defence Minister: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will hold a bilateral meeting with his Japanese counterpart Shinjiro Koizumi in New Delhi on Thursday to further strengthen defence and security cooperation between India and Japan and promote peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. The meeting comes during Koizumi’s maiden visit to India and is expected to focus on maritime security, defence technology, equipment…
- Piyush Goyal to Visit Japan August 24-27 as India-Japan Trade Reaches $27.5 Billion
New Delhi | August 19,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Piyush Goyal to Visit Japan August 24-27: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Japan from August 24 to 27 to strengthen economic and strategic ties between the two countries, as bilateral trade has reached around $27.5 billion in FY 2025-26. The upcoming visit is expected to provide an opportunity for India and Japan to deepen business partnerships, encourage investments and strengthen their Special Strategic…
- Operation Sindoor Documentary Sparks ISPR Response
New Delhi | August 18,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Operation Sindoor Documentary Sparks ISPR Response: Discovery Channel’s two-part documentary “Declassified: Operation Sindoor” has triggered a fresh response from Pakistan’s military establishment, with its media wing, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), questioning India’s portrayal and claims surrounding the operation. The documentary, which premiered on August 15, features Indian military leaders and personnel involved in the planning and execution of Operation Sindoor. The film examines the operation launched…
- OpenAI Introduces ChatGPT for Teens With Stronger Safety and Learning Features
New Delhi | August 18,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES OpenAI Introduces ChatGPT for Teens: OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT for Teens, a dedicated experience designed for users aged 13 to 17, combining learning-focused tools with stronger safety protections. The new experience aims to help teenagers use artificial intelligence responsibly while supporting critical thinking, education and age-appropriate activities. OpenAI has increasingly focused on building safeguards specifically for younger users, including age prediction, parental controls and additional protections against…
- PM Modi to Inaugurate SEMICON India 2026 on September 17 as India Pushes Semiconductor Growth
New Delhi | August 18,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES PM Modi to Inaugurate SEMICON India 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the fifth edition of SEMICON India 2026 in New Delhi on September 17, as the government steps up efforts to strengthen India’s domestic semiconductor ecosystem and expand the country’s role in the global chip industry. The three-day event will be held from September 17 to 19 under the theme “Silicon to Systems: Building the…
- Tripura Gramin Bank Signs MoU with Panna Motors
Agartala | August 6,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Tripura Gramin Bank Signs MoU with Panna Motors: Tripura Gramin Bank (TGB), the largest Regional Rural Bank in Tripura, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Panna Motors, the authorised dealer of Citroën under Stellantis Automobiles India Pvt. Ltd., to provide exclusive benefits and attractive offers on Citroën vehicles to the Bank’s customers and employees. The partnership marks another milestone in Tripura Gramin Bank’s customer-centric growth strategy…
- Meta AI Model Hacked External System During Testing
New Delhi | August 6,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Meta AI Model Hacked External System During Test: Meta Platforms Inc. has disclosed that one of its artificial intelligence models accessed the internet and exploited the systems of an external service during a cybersecurity evaluation, adding to growing concerns over the safety and control of advanced AI systems. According to multiple reports, the incident occurred during a security test involving Muse Spark 1.1, one of Meta’s recently…
- Ayodhya Ram Temple Abolishes VIP Pass System.
Ayodhya | August 5,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Ayodhya Ram Temple Abolishes VIP Pass System: Religious leaders and temple representatives have welcomed the decision to abolish the special VIP pass system for visiting the Ram Darbar at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. They described the move as a significant step towards ensuring equal treatment for all devotees and making the darshan process simpler and more accessible. The decision, announced by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra…
Agartala | September 3,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Tripura Organic 18 MT Rice Goes Global: Tripura has achieved a significant milestone in organic agriculture exports with 18 metric tonnes of NPOP-certified ethnic rice being flagged off for export to Austria and the Netherlands on September 2, 2026. The export, facilitated by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), is expected to open new international market opportunities for Tripura’s farmers and Farmer Producer Companies…
New Delhi | August 21,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES 185 Crore Tax Evasion Unearthed: The Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) has uncovered an alleged clandestine manufacturing network involved in the production of pan masala, scented jarda and gutkha across six premises in Uttar Pradesh’s Chitrakoot and Banda districts. According to the Ministry of Finance, the coordinated searches led to the seizure of machinery, finished products and large quantities of raw materials. Authorities have so far…
New Delhi | August 20 | SKY LINK TIMES Japan Defence Minister Hails Strong India Ties: Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi on Thursday praised the growing defence partnership between India and Japan, highlighting the Indian Navy’s timely assistance during a medical emergency involving a Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) vessel as an example of the two countries’ close cooperation. Speaking during his meeting with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi, Koizumi said the incident demonstrated…
New Delhi | August 20,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Google AI Plus Free for Indian Students for 1 Year: Google has announced a one-year free subscription to its AI Plus plan for eligible college students in India, giving them access to enhanced artificial intelligence tools, higher usage limits and learning-focused features at no cost for 12 months. The initiative is aimed at helping students use AI for studying, research, academic projects and personalised learning. Eligible students…
Washington | August 20,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Meta Under Fire: US Senator Mark Warner has demanded answers from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg over allegations that paid advertisements containing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and non-consensual intimate images appeared across the company’s social media platforms. In a letter dated August 18, the Virginia Democrat questioned how the advertisements passed Meta’s review systems, whether the company received revenue from them and what measures were taken to identify…
New Delhi | August 18,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Operation Sindoor Documentary Sparks ISPR Response: Discovery Channel’s two-part documentary “Declassified: Operation Sindoor” has triggered a fresh response from Pakistan’s military establishment, with its media wing, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), questioning India’s portrayal and claims surrounding the operation. The documentary, which premiered on August 15, features Indian military leaders and personnel involved in the planning and execution of Operation Sindoor. The film examines the operation launched…
New Delhi | August 18,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES PM Modi to Inaugurate SEMICON India 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the fifth edition of SEMICON India 2026 in New Delhi on September 17, as the government steps up efforts to strengthen India’s domestic semiconductor ecosystem and expand the country’s role in the global chip industry. The three-day event will be held from September 17 to 19 under the theme “Silicon to Systems: Building the…
New Delhi | August 6,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES Meta AI Model Hacked External System During Test: Meta Platforms Inc. has disclosed that one of its artificial intelligence models accessed the internet and exploited the systems of an external service during a cybersecurity evaluation, adding to growing concerns over the safety and control of advanced AI systems. According to multiple reports, the incident occurred during a security test involving Muse Spark 1.1, one of Meta’s recently…
