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Mumbai: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced on Tuesday that the first phase of the city's inaugural driverless Pod Taxi project, launched to facilitate 'last-mile' connectivity within Mumbai's Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) area, will be completed within 20 months. While leading the groundbreaking ceremony for the 3.36-kilometre-long first phase, the chief minister said the project is being implemented by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) and forms part ...Read More >
More than 33GW of battery capacity approved for Turkish grid since 2022 compared with 12-13GW in Germany Turkey has given the green light to more batteries to buffer its electricity grid than any EU member state, a report has found, in a further sign of rich countries losing steam in the race to a clean economy. More than 33GW of battery capacity have been approved in Turkey since 2022, according to the climate thinktank Ember, while the total planned and operational capacity in European front ...Read More >
Mumbai: The enforcement of the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025 marks a defining shift in India's cybersecurity landscape, positioning data protection and governance as critical business imperatives rather than compliance formalities. Ahead of the CyberSec India Conference 2026, industry leaders highlighted that as organizations adapt to a more stringent regulatory environment, there is an increasing focus on measurable accountability, board-level oversight, and resilience aga ...Read More >
New Delhi: Commerce secretary Rajesh Agrawal Saturday asked the pharmaceutical industry to reduce its dependence on critical imported raw materials by meeting atleast 80-90% of domestic pharmaceutical requirements through indigenous production. Addressing an event in Hyderabad, he said while India exports to around 200 countries, there remains significant scope for expansion and resilience-building through a stronger market presence. Emphasising the need to navigate an increasingly uncertain a ...Read More >
Striking a cautiously optimistic note, a senior official in the Commerce Ministry and representatives of the Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India on Saturday said FY26 pharma exports are expected to remain in the positive zone notwithstanding the West Asia war's impact on the March performance. For the 11 months upto February, the exports were nearly $28.29 billion as against the $26.79 billion in the corresponding period of previous fiscal. "We have already achieved 5.6% growth up ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal on Saturday asked the pharmaceutical industry to reduce its dependence on critical imported raw materials and diversify export supply chains to better navigate global uncertainties. Addressing an event in Hyderabad on the sector, he said while India exports to around 200 countries, there remains significant scope for expansion and resilience-building through a stronger market presence. Emphasising the need to navigate an increasingly unc ...Read More >
India's homes tell a curious story. The living room runs on electricity, lights, fans, air-conditioners, and televisions, while the kitchen, the very heart of the household, continues to depend on LPG. In an era of clean energy transition, this divide is increasingly difficult to justify. It is time to extend electricity from the living room to the kitchen and reimagine domestic energy use in India. As the proverb goes, "A stitch in time saves nine." India must act now, before rising energy dem ...Read More >
Ambikapur (Chhattisgarh) [India], April 4 (ANI): The saying 'talent needs no introduction' found a fitting example at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026, where wrestlers from Karnataka's Siddi community have made a powerful statement on the mat. Their success is no longer just about medals--it reflects the emergence of an entire community as a force in wrestling. Of African descent, there are about 50,000 Siddis in India, of which one-third live in Karnataka. Out of the nine wrestlers represent ...Read More >
Hyderabad, April 4: Nuti Srikanth Goud, Chairman of the BC State Finance Corporation, stated that Hyderabad is set to become a global city. Speaking to the media on Saturday, he mentioned that after the formation of the people's government in the state and Chief Minister Revanth Reddy taking charge, efforts are underway to transform Hyderabad into a global city. He added that Hyderabad is being beautified by attracting foreign investments, developing infrastructure, and further expanding IT. Nut ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a move aimed at strengthening India's maritime capabilities, the government said on Friday it has signed an agreement with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) for a skill development project in the shipbuilding sector. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) said that the government signed a 'Plan of Implementation' with KOICA on April 2. The agreement is aligned with the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 and seeks to position sh ...Read More >
Trichy East (Tamil Nadu) [India], April 2 (ANI): TVK Party president Vijay on Friday filed his nomination to contest the upcoming assembly elections from the Trichy East constituency. He had earlier filed his nomination for the Perambur seat on March 30. Vijay is contesting from two seats, Preambur and Trichy East- against DMK's incumbent MLAs RD Sekar and Inigo S Irudayaraj, respectively. The Perambur constituency used to be a CPI(M) bastion till 2016. RD Sekar has held the seat since winning ...Read More >
India's biotech ecosystem has also expanded significantly, now comprising over 2,500 startups, around 100 incubators, more than 600 research institutes, and over 200 accredited laboratories India's biotech sector is entering a new phase of global relevance, with the country's bioeconomy expanding from $10 billion in 2014 to $195 billion in 2026 and projected to touch nearly $300 billion by 2033, according to a report by Endiya Partners. The report, India's Biopharma Moment: Perspectives from D ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 1 (PTI) A comprehensive roadmap should be developed by the DDA to evolve Dwarka into a premier global hub for events, business and culture, Delhi Lt Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu said on Wednesday. Governor Sandhu along with senior Delhi Development Authority (DDA) officials visited Dwarka where he directed them to ensure the availability and development of best global civic infrastructure and services in all areas and projects under it. "Dwarka has the potential to emerge as a ...Read More >
Mumbai: In a historic development, Ashwini Bhide has been appointed as the first woman Municipal Commissioner of Mumbai, marking a significant milestone in the 160-plus-year history of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC). Following her appointment, political leaders across party lines took to X (formerly Twitter) to extend their congratulations and express optimism about her tenure at the helm of the civic body. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis congratulated Bhide, highligh ...Read More >
Sanand: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said global crises in recent years have led to disruptions in supply chains, emphasising the need for secure and resilient systems in critical sectors such as semiconductors, energy and minerals. Addressing the gathering after Kaynes Semicon's OSAT facility inauguration in Sanand, the Prime Minister said the 21st century has brought multiple challenges, including the pandemic and ongoing conflicts, which have impacted the flow of goods and raw mat ...Read More >
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh is positioning its planned "Quantum Valley" in Amaravati as a global hub for quantum computing hardware and research, with Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu setting an aggressive timeline for domestic manufacturing and ecosystem development. Speaking at a high-level industry roundtable on building a quantum hardware manufacturing base, Naidu said the Amaravati initiative - aligned with India's National Quantum Mission, could "provide a new direction for the nation" an ...Read More >
VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has unveiled an ambitious plan to transform Amaravati into a global hub for quantum computing and position Andhra Pradesh at the forefront of next-generation technology. Addressing a round table on the Quantum Valley hardware ecosystem on Tuesday, he said the State is leveraging the National Quantum Mission to secure a first-mover advantage, much like it did in IT. Backed by partnerships with IBM, TCS and L&T, the initiative aims to develop indigen ...Read More >
The International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD) 2026 celebrated cinema and honoured the filmmakers and actors at the 'Night of Honours' event on Monday in Bharat Mandapam. From Mohit Suri to Ramesh Sippy, several artists were given awards for their performances and contributions to cinema. New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): The International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD) 2026 celebrated cinema and honoured the filmmakers and actors at the 'Night of Honours' event on Monday in Bharat Mandapam. F ...Read More >
The India Sporting Goods Fair is set to boost the nation's sports manufacturing sector, showcasing diverse athletic gear and equipment while highlighting government initiatives to propel India into a global manufacturing hub. Key PointsThe 4th India Sporting Goods Fair (ISGF) will showcase a wide range of athletic gear and sports equipment from 75 exhibitors.The Indian government has allocated Rs 500 crore to promote sports goods manufacturing, aiming to boost exports.India aims to increase its ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): India aims to scale sports goods exports from approximately Rs 3,000 crore to Rs 80,000 crore and manufacturers should dream big and adopt a forward-looking approach driven by innovation, Sports Secretary Hari Ranjan Rao has said. He was addressing exhibitors, international buyers and stakeholders at the 4th edition of the India Sporting Goods Fair (ISGF) 2026, which opened here with a strong focus on transforming India into a global hub for sports goods manuf ...Read More >
Addressing stakeholders, Secretary (Sports), Hari Ranjan Rao, outlined a transformative national goal: scaling India's sports goods exports from approximately ₹3,000 crore to ₹80,000 crore in the coming years. India has set an ambitious target to transform itself into a global hub for sports goods manufacturing, exports, and trade, as the 4th edition of the India Sporting Goods Fair (ISGF) 2026 opened at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka with strong industry and government participation. The three-day event ...Read More >
New Delhi, March 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) India's bioeconomy is approaching the $200 billion mark, which is a significant milestone in its evolution with a strong policy push and growing innovation pipeline signalling the next phase of growth, according to a report released on Tuesday. The report by Endiya Partners said that the nation's bioeconomy has expanded sharply from around $10 billion in 2014 to over $195 billion in 2026, now contributing nearly 5 per cent to the GDP. India, long recognised ...Read More >
Sanand, March 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said global crises in recent years have led to disruptions in supply chains, emphasising the need for secure and resilient systems in critical sectors such as semiconductors, energy and minerals. Addressing the gathering after Kaynes Semicon's OSAT facility inauguration in Sanand, the Prime Minister said the 21st century has brought multiple challenges, including the pandemic and ongoing conflicts, which have impacted the flow of goods an ...Read More >
From L to R: Vijayta Raheja, Director, Saryu Properties and Hotels Private Ltd. (SPHPL), Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Nikhil K. Raheja, MD, SPHPL, Sudeep Jain, Managing Director (South West Asia) at the pre-opening event. The K Raheja Group has unveiled their integrated hospitality project comprising of voco Mumbai Powai Hotel and Convention Centre, and Holiday Inn Express and Suites which has come up in an association with IHG Hotels & Resorts. The deal was first announced in ...Read More >
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PNN New Delhi [India], March 30: Singapore Changi Airport has achieved an amazing feat by winning the world's best airport title for the fourteenth time since 2000. The fact that Singapore's Changi Airport was awarded the title at the esteemed Skytrax World Airport Awards 2026 is a sign of the airport's continued dominance in the aviation sector. For tourists looking to visit the airport, especially for those looking to apply for the Singapore visa online, the recognition serves as yet another ...Read More >
Naseeruddin Shah, Nana Patekar, Sanjay Kapoor Lead Indian Streamer Amazon MX Player's Most Expansive Slate Yet, Topping 150 Shows for 2026 5 hours ago Netflix has launched Eyeline Studios in Hyderabad, expanding its presence in India with what it describes as a substantial commitment to the country's creative and technical industries, spanning animation, visual effects, gaming and comics. Conceived as Netflix's global production and innovation studio in India, the Hyderabad facility will speci ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], February 16 (ANI): With the AI Impact Summit 2026 kicking off on Monday, Indian AI and gaming startups take centre stage, showcasing cutting-edge innovations that place the country at the forefront of AI-powered gaming and immersive technologies. The summit, positioned as a premier global platform on Artificial Intelligence, brings together policymakers, investors, technology leaders and startups to highlight real-world AI applications across sectors. Among the standout part ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Chief economic adviser (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran on Wednesday said that India is at a demographic and economic inflection point and higher education will play a decisive role, as millions of youngsters get ready to enter the workforce over the next two decades. "States hold the key to the next phase of higher education reform in India," he said at a CII event here. The CEA also stressed on addressing shortage of teachers urgently through mechanisms such as professors of practice and ...Read More >
Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran on Thursday said India could emerge as a global destination for learning, research and ideas in an uncertain world if the momentum under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is backed by a strong reform push from state governments. Why is global higher education at a turning point? His remarks come as the global higher education landscape is being reshaped, with traditional academic hubs facing demographic decline, fiscal pressures and tigh ...Read More >
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