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Leonardo reports 45 pc jump in H1 2026 orders, raises full-year guidance

July 31, 2026

Amid sustained global demand for defence and aerospace technologies, Leonardo, a leading Italian aerospace, defence and security company, reported a 44.6 pc year-on-year increase in new orders during the first half of 2026, driven by strong performance across all business sectors...

World Day against Trafficking in Persons: Fighting Modern-Day Slavery

July 30, 2026

#OnThisDay: On July 30, World Day against Trafficking in Persons is observed to raise awareness about human trafficking, to prevent one of the world’s fastest-growing organised crimes. #MIG

90 pc African youth have positive image of India: Survey

July 29, 2026

Perceptions of India are improving across Africa. The African Youth Survey 2026 found 45 pc of young respondents see India as influential, while 90 pc consider it an ally and 91 pc view its influence positively. The findings come from the African Youth Survey 2026, commissioned b...

World Nature Conservation Day: Protecting Nature Before It Is Too Late

July 29, 2026

#OnThisDay: On July 29, 1836, the Arc de Triomphe was officially inaugurated in Paris, France, becoming one of the world’s largest triumphal arches and a symbol of French military history, national pride and architectural excellence. #MIG

World Nature Conservation Day: Protecting Nature Before It Is Too Late

July 28, 2026

#OnThisDay: On July 28, World Nature Conservation Day is observed for protection of forests, wildlife, biodiversity and natural resources, reminding people that a healthy planet is essential for human survival and sustainable development. #MIG

Discovery of Insulin: Lifesaver for Diabetics

July 27, 2026

#OnThisDay: On July 27, 1921, scientists at the University of Toronto, led by Dr Frederick Banting, along with Charles Best, JJR Macleod and James Collip, announced the discovery of insulin, one of the greatest medical breakthroughs of the 20th century. #MIG @WHO

PGZ to unveil heavy infantry fighting vehicle prototype at MSPO 2026

July 23, 2026

Ahead of the International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO) 2026, that will open at Kielce on September 8, Polish Armaments Group (PGZ) has announced plans to showcase a heavy infantry fighting vehicle prototype, missile technologies and defence programmes as nearly 1,000 exhib...

India’s First Radio Broadcast: A Century of Broadcasting Revolution

July 23, 2026

#OnThisDay: On July 23, 1927, the Indian Broadcasting Company (IBC) launched organised radio broadcasting services from Bombay, marking the beginning of regular radio broadcasting in India. #MIG

Pablo Escobar Escapes Prison: Jailbreak That Embarrassed Colombia

July 22, 2026

#OnThisDay: On July 22, 1992, Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar escaped from La Catedral prison, triggering one of the biggest manhunts in Colombia’s history and exposing the extent of his influence over the country’s institutions. #MIG

UN experts call for release of Adivasi rights defenders in Assam

July 21, 2026

A group of United Nations (UN) experts has expressed concern over the arrest and detention of five Indigenous human rights defenders in Assam, warning that the charges against them could undermine the work of those protecting Indigenous Peoples’ or Adivasi rights in the con...

Trans-Siberian Railway: World’s Longest Train Journey.

July 21, 2026

#OnThisDay: On July 21, 1904, after 13 years of construction, the Trans-Siberian Railway was completed, creating the world’s longest continuous railway line and linking European Russia with the country’s Far East. #MIG

Embraer forecasts 3.7 pc annual global air traffic growth through 2045

July 20, 2026

Aircraft manufacturer Embraer projects global passenger traffic to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 3.7 pc between 2026 and 2045, reaching 19 trillion Revenue Passenger Kilometres (RPKs) by the end of the forecast period. Driven by strong demand for regional connectivity ...