The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) has expressed "deep appreciation" for India's contribution of USD 2.5 million.
Indian Navy's stealth Frigate, INS Talwar is deployed for Operation Sankalp commemorating the 3rd continuous year of the Indian Navy's presence in the Gulf for the protection of India's Maritime Interests.
Legendary music director Ilaiyaraaja was recently nominated to Rajya Sabha, along with veteran athlete PT Usha, film screenwriter V Vijayendra Prasad and spiritual leader Veerendra Heggade.
The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) announced that the country's airspace will now be open to all carriers that meet its requirements for overflights.