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On National Space Day at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) revealed a life‑size model of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS‑01) module, setting a milestone in India’s space ambitions. India plans to launch BAS‑01 by 2028, aiming to deploy a fully operational five‑module space station by 2035, thus joining the elite group of nations with orbital labs, alongside the ISS and China’s Tiangong. The BAS‑01 model weighs approximately 10 tonnes and will orbit at 450 km altitude. It features several indigenous systems, including environmental Control and Life Support System (ECLSS), Bharat Docking & Berthing Mechanisms, automated hatch system, plug-and-play avionics, refuelling capabilities, radiation &…

India Post has rolled out its IT 2.0 platform, called Advanced Postal Technology (APT), across the country. The initiative marks a major leap in the postal department’s digital journey under the Digital India mission. With this launch, one of India’s oldest institutions is stepping into a new role as a digitally empowered logistics and communication network. What IT 2.0 Brings to the Table The IT 2.0 system is designed to overhaul how postal services are delivered, making them faster, safer, and easier to access. Some of the key innovations include: Made in India, for India The entire platform has been…

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has announced India’s next big defence milestone: the development of fifth-generation fighter jets, the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), powered by engines built in India. Speaking at the ET World Leaders Forum, Singh framed the move as a turning point for India’s air power and its push for self-reliance. The initiative includes collaboration with France’s Safran to co-develop advanced jet engines, ensuring vital technology transfer and indigenous capability. Singh also urged global investors to tap into India’s growing defence ecosystem, stressing that “Make in India” is now about producing for global security needs. The AMCA project…

A new report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) highlights sharp contrasts in the personal wealth of India’s Chief Ministers. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee is ranked the “poorest” with assets worth only ₹15.38 lakh, far below the average assets per CM of ₹52.59 crore. At the wealthiest end, Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu declared assets of ₹931.83 crore, making him India’s richest CM. Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu follows with assets of ₹332.56 crore. Together, the total assets declared by all 31 incumbent CMs stand at ₹1,630 crore. Other leaders at the lower end of the wealth…

India is preparing to launch a landmark collaboration with France to co-develop a powerful new jet engine for its indigenous fifth-generation stealth fighter and other advanced platforms. The move will mark a major step forward in the India–France strategic partnership and could finally help New Delhi overcome its long-standing dependence on foreign aero-engine technology. According to senior officials, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) will soon seek approval from the Cabinet Committee on Security for the ambitious project with French aerospace giant Safran. The plan involves 100% transfer of technology to jointly design, develop, test, certify, and manufacture the…

Eddie Hall, the former World’s Strongest Man, has built a considerable fortune since his rise to fame. His net worth is currently estimated at $35 million, a significant increase from the $5 million reported in 2021. As the 2025 MMA debut of “The Beast” draws closer, fans are curious about how the strongman turned his athletic success into a thriving multi-million dollar business. Multiple Revenue Streams Fuel Eddie Hall’s Wealth Eddie Hall’s financial success is rooted in various income sources. His breakthrough moment came when he won the 2017 World’s Strongest Man competition, securing a $72,000 prize. This victory opened…

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu officially inaugurated the Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH) on August 20, 2025, at Mayuri Tech Park in Amaravati. The launch event, held in presence of Tata Group Chairman Natarajan Chandrasekaran and IT Minister Nara Lokesh, also simultaneously unveiled five regional “spoke” centres in Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Rajahmundry, Tirupati, and Anantapur, all virtually connected to the Amaravati hub. The new RTIH spans roughly 50,000 square feet and is being positioned to become a global benchmark for deep tech, AI, sustainable solutions, and inclusive innovation. The initiative is named as a tribute to the late Ratan Tata and his legacy of humility,…

OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, is set to establish its first office in India, choosing New Delhi as its entry point later this year. This strategic move follows the company’s recent formal registration in India and the beginning of local hiring efforts. The decision comes as India emerges as OpenAI’s second-largest user base, and one of the fastest-growing markets worldwide. Weekly ChatGPT active users in the country have quadrupled in the past year, while India now hosts the platform’s largest student user population and ranks among the top five global developer markets. CEO Sam Altman emphasized that opening the New Delhi office is a pivotal step in OpenAI’s ambition to “make advanced…

Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has called for a nationwide rollout of flash-charging electric articulated buses on new highways to revolutionize public transport in India. Speaking at the 24th Darbari Seth Memorial Lecture hosted by TERI, Gadkari emphasized the need to transform urban mobility by leveraging rapid charging technology for electric buses. A flash-charging-based electric bus system uses fully automated, high-speed charging at bus stops, allowing quick battery top-ups within seconds as passengers board and alight. This eliminates long charging delays at depots and enables continuous operations on high-frequency routes. Nagpur will host a pilot project led by the Nagpur…

India is preparing to build its first operational hyperloop system, starting with a high-speed freight corridor connecting Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) in Navi Mumbai with the upcoming Vadhavan Port in Maharashtra’s Palghar district. The state government has signed an MoU with TuTr Hyperloop, a deep-tech startup incubated at IIT Madras, to develop a Linear Induction Motor (LIM)-based hyperloop system for the project. Hyperloop technology enables ultra-fast transportation of passengers and cargo through low-pressure tubes using magnetic levitation, reaching speeds up to 700 miles per hour (1126 km/h). The vacuum environment eliminates air drag, allowing frictionless, high-speed travel — a potential game-changer in logistics and mobility.…