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Ola Electric announced on Sunday that it has started mass deliveries of its S1 Pro+ scooters powered by the indigenously manufactured 4,680 Bharat Cell battery pack. First Scooter with Fully In-House Battery The S1 Pro+ (5.2kWh) is the first Ola Electric vehicle to feature its own 4,680 Bharat Cell battery, offering improved range, enhanced performance, and greater safety. With this development, Ola Electric becomes India’s first company to fully own the battery pack and cell manufacturing process in-house. Customer Response and National Rollout Ola Electric noted the strong demand for the S1 Pro+, stating, “Deliveries are in full swing, and…

South Korean shipbuilding giant HD Hyundai announced on Sunday its plan to establish its first shipyard in India, selecting the port city of Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu for the project. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed at the Tamil Nadu Investment Conclave 2025 in Madurai, in the presence of Chief Minister MK Stalin, Industries Minister TRB Rajaa, and senior executives from HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE). Mega-Scale Investment While official investment figures have not been disclosed, sources indicate the project could require at least $2 billion (around ₹18,000 crore). The company is in the process of securing…

Billionaire industrialist Anand Mahindra recently shared his admiration for the tranquil beauty of the Kadamakkudy Islands. Following the Mahindra Group’s M101 leadership gathering in Kochi, he embarked on a personal journey to experience this celebrated destination firsthand, aiming to see if it truly lived up to its reputation as one of the world’s most enchanting rural retreats. First Impressions Driving himself in a Thar, Mahindra discovered a remarkably unspoiled environment. The endless backwaters stretched along the horizon, occasionally disturbed by slow-moving boats. Egrets and black cormorants added a poetic touch, grooming under the warm sunlight, creating an atmosphere that felt…

Nitin Gadkari told Parliament on Thursday that the way India collects tolls is about to change completely. The current manual system, where vehicles slow down or stop at plazas, will be removed within a year. In its place, the government plans to roll out a fully electronic setup meant to let drivers move through national highways without interruption. Speaking during Question Hour in the Lok Sabha, Gadkari explained that the new system is already active at ten locations across the country, and the plan is to extend it nationwide over the next twelve months. He said motorists will no longer…

India is positioning itself as a reliable, long-term partner for Kazakhstan in the defence sector. Opportunities for collaboration are emerging across co-development, co-production, and supply chain integration between Indian and Kazakh defence companies. Early Steps in Defence Exports Indian defence exports to Kazakhstan have begun this year, marking initial progress. Officials expect collaboration to expand steadily in the coming years. Defence Industry Seminar in Astana The Embassy of India in Astana recently organized a Defence Industry Seminar to create a common platform for Indian and Kazakh defence industries and officials from the Kazakhstan Ministry of Defence. Opportunities for Collaboration The…

IndiGo’s nationwide disruption has now stretched into its sixth day, leaving thousands of travellers stuck with cancelled flights, missed connections, and rising irritation. Since it’s the country’s biggest airline, the impact has spilled over into the entire market, pushing fares up and making travel even tougher for passengers across India. By Sunday, 7 December, the airline had cancelled 650 flights. IndiGo says the situation is improving and that 137 of its 138 airport stations are back to operating at full capacity. Who can get a refundIndiGo told passengers on 7 December that anyone with bookings scheduled between 5 and 15…

Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, commonly known as MBZ, serves as the President of the United Arab Emirates and the Ruler of Abu Dhabi, roles that place him at the centre of one of the world’s most powerful and financially robust royal families. In 2025, his personal net worth is estimated to be around US$30 billion, making him one of the richest monarchs globally. His wealth comes from a combination of inherited royal assets, massive energy revenues from Abu Dhabi’s vast oil reserves, and diversified investments managed across global markets. MBZ plays a key role in overseeing the Al Nahyan family’s…

Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell, founder and CEO of Dell Technologies, and his wife Susan, announced a historic $6.25 billion donation on 2 December 2025 toward the U.S. government’s new childhood savings programme, informally dubbed “Trump Accounts.” Under the initiative, the U.S. Treasury will open investment accounts for children born from 2025 to 2028, seeding each with $1,000. The Dells’ additional funding targets 25 million children under age 10 who would otherwise miss the initial benefit, providing $250 per child to jump-start their investment journey. The money is slated to be invested in low-cost index funds and will remain locked until each child turns 18, when it can be accessed…

Mithali Raj, India’s greatest women’s cricket icon, has built an extraordinary legacy both on and off the field. As of 2025, her estimated net worth stands at around ₹41.93 crore, making her one of the wealthiest female athletes in the country. Her wealth is the result of multiple career streams. Apart from her long and successful run as captain of the Indian women’s team, Mithali earned significantly from BCCI central contracts, match fees, prize money, and performance-based incentives. Her consistent excellence also made her a sought-after name in the endorsement world, with brands in sports, lifestyle, health, education, and finance partnering…

Falguni Nayar’s entrepreneurial journey is one of the most remarkable success stories in India’s startup landscape. Born into a business-oriented Gujarati family, she spent decades building a stellar career in investment banking, eventually rising to the position of Managing Director at Kotak Mahindra Bank. But at the age of 50, she took a bold decision that would redefine her life, she stepped away from the corporate world to build something of her own. In 2012, she launched Nykaa, a beauty and wellness e-commerce platform, at a time when online shopping in India was still evolving. Despite having no experience in cosmetics retail or…