Hodeidah has the biggest seaport under Houthi control and is a key entry point for food and aid to areas they hold.
The recommendations have been submitted ahead of the annual Union Budget scheduled for February. However, they are advisory in nature, and the final decision on whether to accept them rests with the government. The proposal comes as authorities look for ways to revive India's equity markets, which have been performing below the level of their emerging market counterparts.
An Indiana father who lost his $350,000-a-year job after 26 years and moved to Virginia for work has lost his appeal in a custody dispute. The Indiana Court of Appeals upheld a decision granting his ex-wife sole legal custody and primary physical custody of their son. It also ordered him to pay $4,000 towards her legal fees, citing the income difference between the parents.
The US midterm elections are set for November 3, affecting Congress and local offices. Voters will select members of the House and Senate, impacting legislative control. Republican majorities currently hold both chambers, with Democrats needing net gains to gain control. Key issues influencing voter decisions include inflation, immigration, and administration performance. Election results will be determined by state officials and may lead to contested outcomes in closely fought races.
The Supreme Court on Monday responded sharply to a plea highlighting a steep surge in airfares, with Justice Vikram Nath telling the counsel, “Don’t travel by air. Next case,” before moving on to the next matter.
India's manufacturing sector showed slower growth in October as output and new orders moderated. Despite this slowdown, there was an increase in new export orders, reflecting stronger overseas demand. Factory employment rose for the second consecutive month, although job creation eased slightly from September. Input cost inflation also fell to its lowest levels since February. However, business confidence weakened as manufacturers anticipated a less optimistic outlook for the year ahead.
A Kentucky landowner faced a setback as the state's Court of Appeals upheld a dismissal of his compensation claim related to floodplain regulations. Since he did not apply for necessary variances or receive final decisions on development, the court's affirmation of the lower court's ruling complicates his plans. However, the ruling leaves room for potential future claims if proper administrative steps are taken.
China is tightening export controls on construction equipment which could significantly affect India's ongoing infrastructure projects. The new restrictions will limit access to tunnel-boring machines and essential components. India plans to reduce its reliance on Chinese machinery by boosting domestic production and investment. Various Indian companies are exploring manufacturing their own construction equipment to meet burgeoning demand. Analysts suggest these changes may impact infrastructure development along the disputed Himalayan border.
A viral post on X joked that the eating habits of some of the world's biggest AI leaders may have something to do with their success. Elon Musk, in his signature style, wasn't having any of it.