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India’s semiconductor ambitions received a major boost as Tata Electronics, Cyient, and Applied Materials secured a ₹4,500-crore mandate to modernise the country’s only operational chip fabrication unit. The consortium will revamp the Semiconductor Complex Ltd (SCL) facility in Mohali, transforming it into a more advanced, globally competitive fab capable of supporting India’s growing demand for strategic and commercial chip manufacturing. The project includes upgrading legacy production lines, deploying state-of-the-art semiconductor tools, and enhancing cleanroom and process capabilities. This marks a critical step in India’s push to localise semiconductor manufacturing under the India Semiconductor Mission. Tata will lead systems integration and…
Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari has once again underlined the importance of transitioning to cleaner and more sustainable fuel alternatives. Demonstrating his commitment, the minister travelled in a hydrogen-powered car, showcasing its potential as a game-changing solution for India’s mobility future. Gadkari emphasized that India must reduce its dependence on petrol and diesel, both to curb rising pollution levels and to cut down on costly fuel imports. He reiterated that hydrogen, particularly green hydrogen, can play a transformative role in reshaping the country’s transport landscape, offering a zero-emission, high-efficiency alternative. He also noted that embracing hydrogen…
Massive flight disruptions hit air travel across India as IndiGo cancelled over 550 flights in a single day, marking the largest operational shutdown in the airline’s 20-year history. The cascading cancellations have triggered widespread chaos and protests at airports including Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram, with passengers expressing concern over delays, lack of updates, and long wait times. IndiGo attributed the cancellations to a combination of factors including cabin crew shortages, technical issues, and other operational challenges. The airline has warned that cancellations may continue over the next several days. Delhi saw the highest impact with around 150 flights cancelled, followed by Mumbai (118), Bengaluru (100), Hyderabad…
The Indian government has confirmed that several major airports, including Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi), Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (Mumbai), Kempegowda International Airport (Bengaluru), Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata), Hyderabad and others, were targeted by cyber-attacks involving GPS spoofing and GNSS interference. According to the civil aviation ministry, several flights approaching using GPS-based landing procedures reported misleading navigation data, especially near runway approaches at Delhi, prompting air-traffic controllers and pilots to switch to conventional ground-based navigation aids. Despite the severity of the threat, authorities say no flights were cancelled or diverted and safety was maintained, thanks to redundant legacy…
Hyderabad House, one of New Delhi’s most iconic heritage mansions, was originally built for Mir Osman Ali Khan, the last Nizam of Hyderabad, once the richest man in the world. Designed by legendary architect Sir Edwin Lutyens in the 1920s, the sprawling palace cost £200,000 at the time, equivalent to nearly ₹170 crore today. Spread across 8.2 acres near India Gate, the structure is known for its distinctive butterfly-shaped layout, grand central dome, long corridors, marble flooring, intricate wooden ceilings, and sweeping courtyards that reflect a blend of Indo-European architectural grandeur. After Independence, the government took ownership of the estate,…
Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in New Delhi on December 4–5, 2025 for his first visit since the Ukraine war began, marking the 23rd annual India–Russia summit. At the heart of the visit was a strengthening of the “special and privileged strategic partnership” between the two countries. Defence cooperation topped the agenda, with India and Russia agreeing to enhance collaboration on niche military technologies, joint production efforts, and long-term logistics support under recently ratified pacts. Despite pressure from the U.S. and EU over Western sanctions on Russia, India reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining strategic autonomy. The two nations discussed supplying…
Air India SATS Airport Services (AISATS) has officially launched full-scale ground handling operations at Cochin International Airport (CIAL), marking its eighth airport nationwide and second in Kerala. The deployment begins with a team of 150 trained professionals and will scale up as passenger and cargo traffic grows. Initially, AISATS will support airlines such as Batik Air and Thai Lion Air, with services available to all domestic and international carriers operating through Kochi. The expansion brings in next-generation ground-handling technology, globally benchmarked safety and operational protocols, automated baggage tracking, and workforce-management systems. Airport officials say this move will strengthen Kerala’s connectivity,…
During the arrival of Russian President Vladimir Putin to New Delhi on December 4, 2025, the usual diplomatic protocol gave way to an unexpected display, he and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi rode together in a white Toyota Fortuner, rather than their respective armoured limousines. The vehicle, a Fortuner Sigma 4 MT registered as MH01 EN 5795, is part of a fleet used for VIP movement by Indian security agencies. Observers noted how this departure from the usual protocol, with no use of the Russian President’s heavily armoured Aurus Senat, projected a message of personal rapport and mutual trust between…
Actors Samantha Ruth Prabhu and filmmaker Raj Nidimoru tied the knot on 1 December 2025 in a spiritual Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha ceremony at the Linga Bhairavi Temple, part of the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The actress shared elegant photos from the ceremony on Instagram, captioning them simply with “01.12.2025” flanked by white heart emojis. The wedding received widespread admiration on social media for its personal and understated approach, standing out amid the grand celebrity and business family weddings of recent years. Combined Net Worth and Industry Presence The couple is highly influential in the Tamil and Telugu…
Shares of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd (IRCTC), a Navratna PSU providing integrated services for Indian Railways and tourism, have seen modest gains. The company, which handles internet ticketing, catering, hospitality, and tourism packages, is a key player in India’s travel ecosystem. On Wednesday, IRCTC shares rose 0.2 percent, reaching a high of Rs. 685.95 per share, compared to the previous close of Rs. 684.40, with a market capitalization of Rs. 54,488 crore. Integrated Services Drive RevenueIRCTC generates revenue through multiple verticals, including online ticketing, on-board catering, station-based hospitality, travel packages, and luxury train experiences. Its digital services…