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In a strategic pivot, Liberty Mutual Insurance has raised its stake in Liberty General Insurance to an impressive 74%. This latest increase follows a similar upswing in September 2025, affirming Liberty Mutual's dominance after Videocon stepped back in 2018. With its reinforced foundation, the Indian insurer is set to pursue expansive opportunities in the retail and commercial insurance sectors.

Breanna Stewart moved past Becky Hammon for fifth place on the New York Liberty’s all-time scoring list during Thursday’s matchup against the Golden State Valkyries. Stewart scored 18 points and grabbed nine rebounds, but the Liberty struggled throughout an 87-70 defeat at Barclays Center. Golden State’s aggressive defense, strong three-point shooting, and balanced scoring overwhelmed New York, which also continued playing without injured guard Sabrina Ionescu.

India's prestigious UPSC exam mirrors global elite recruitment systems for bureaucracy. From ancient China's keju to modern UK's Fast Stream and France's ENA, nations seek sharp minds for government. While methods vary, from written tests to leadership assessments, the pursuit of influential public service roles remains a universal ambition, demanding diverse skills beyond academics.

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has urged the Union government to expedite Patna airport's runway expansion, pledging state support. Aiming to boost air connectivity tenfold in five years, the government is developing a district-wise roadmap for airport modernization, enhanced security, and inclusive infrastructure.

The UPSC Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026 concluded smoothly across 36 centers in Ranchi on Sunday. Elaborate security measures were in place, including prohibitory orders within a 200-meter radius of all venues to ensure a disturbance-free examination process. The exam was conducted in two sessions, covering general studies and the civil services aptitude test.

In a bold move, Assam has put forth a Uniform Civil Code Bill designed to ban polygamy and enforce the registration of live-in relationships. This new framework establishes a minimum marrying age of 21 for men and 18 for women, while safeguarding the rights of individuals and children involved in live-in arrangements.

Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu announced that India's operational airports have more than doubled to 165 since 2014, with passenger footfall also increasing significantly. The government plans to develop over 100 more airports and 200 helipads in the next decade, supported by a record Rs 29,000 crore allocation for the UDAN 2.

Ranchi's Birsa Munda Airport is set for a significant upgrade to international status, announced Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu. The airport will also see enhanced domestic connectivity, including to the Northeast, and expansion of terminals and parking. Discussions are underway for land acquisition to facilitate these developments.

In a strategic move, the US is pushing to wrap up a trade deal with India that seeks to expand market access and lower trade obstacles, aiming for a remarkable $500 billion in trade by 2030. This agreement is set to bolster supply chain resiliency and attract foreign investments.

A businessman was wrongly jailed for 57 days after airport security mistook common spices for heroin. The Madhya Pradesh High Court awarded him Rs 10 lakh compensation, citing state machinery failure and inadequate forensic infrastructure. The court also ordered a statewide inspection of forensic labs to prevent future wrongful detentions.

US president Donald Trump's presidency has shifted to muscular interventionism, beginning with the swift overthrow of Venezuela's Maduro. Now, the focus turns to Cuba, but unlike Venezuela, the island presents a more cohesive political structure, a disciplined military, and a population prepared for conflict, making the 'Venezuela model' unlikely to succeed.

Bolivian police clashed with protesters on Saturday to clear roads and allow provisions into Bolivia's political capital of La Paz, amid a wave of protests against right-wing President Rodrigo Paz. "We don't know how long we're going to endure this... we don't have enough to eat sometimes," Marco Cuttila, a student in La Paz, told AFP. Riot police began operations in the early hours of Saturday to remove debris blocking the roads at various points, firing tear gas to disperse protesters when they tried to defend the blockades.

Bokaro Airport is nearing operational status. A high-level meeting directed officials to speed up pending clearances. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security will inspect the airport soon. Security clearance is a key step before commercial flights can begin. The Airports Authority of India and Bokaro Steel Plant are working to complete remaining tasks. An airline operator is still being sought.