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Saudi Arabia is set to redefine luxury travel in the Middle East with the launch of ‘Dream of the Desert’, the region’s first five-star luxury train, scheduled to roll out in late 2026. Designed to offer a slow, immersive travel experience, the train will connect Riyadh to Al Qurayyat, spanning a 1,300-kilometre route across dramatic dunes, historic trade routes, lush farmlands, and ancient heritage sites. Conceived as more than just a mode of transport, Dream of the Desert is a moving cultural experience. With just 34 suites across 14 carriages, the interiors — envisioned by renowned Lebanese architect Aline Asmar…

Piaggio Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. (PVPL), the Indian arm of the Italian Piaggio Group, has launched two new electric three-wheelers — Apé E-City Ultra and Apé E-City FX Maxx — under its Apé Electrik range. The new models are designed to strengthen Piaggio’s presence in India’s growing electric last-mile mobility market. Apé E-City Ultra: Built for Performance and Connectivity The Apé E-City Ultra offers a certified range of 236 km and is powered by a 10.2 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery. Key highlights include: Apé E-City FX Maxx: Optimized for Efficiency The FX Maxx model offers a range of 174 km with an 8.0 kWh prismatic cell battery, designed for enhanced stability and energy management.…

India-based semiconductor startup Netrasemi has raised Rs 107 crore in a Series A round led by Zoho Corporation Ltd and Unicorn India Ventures. The funding will be used to accelerate R&D, scale manufacturing, expand market reach, and bring four advanced Edge-AI SoCs into production. Founded in 2020 by Jyothis Indirabhai, Sreejith Varma, and Deepa Geetha, Netrasemi develops domain-specific SoCs designed for on-device AI analytics, eliminating the need for cloud processing. The startup’s Edge AI chips target high-growth applications such as video surveillance, industrial robotics, and smart infrastructure. The company has already completed development of two SoCs, the A2000, a high-performance AI chip for high-resolution video analytics, and R1000, an AI microcontroller for smart IoT sensors. Both chips are currently in the tapeout…

At just 25 years old, Shubman Gill has become a key figure in Indian cricket and is also making financial strides. His estimated net worth has touched ₹34 crore, according to media reports. High Monthly and Annual Income Gill earns more than ₹50 lakh per month, with his annual income ranging between ₹4 crore and ₹7 crore. His growing brand value and cricket performance contribute to these earnings. ₹16.5 Crore IPL Salary with Gujarat Titans In the IPL, Shubman plays for the Gujarat Titans. He earns a substantial ₹16.5 crore each season from the franchise. Strong Support from His Father…

Indian Railways Rolls Out New Booking Rules to Improve Efficiency In a significant move aimed at streamlining passenger services, Indian Railways has released a new circular mandating several changes in its booking system. As per the latest directive, all Emergency Quota (EQ) requests must now be submitted at least one day prior to the date of travel. The change is part of a broader strategy to enhance operational efficiency, minimize delays, and ensure timely preparation of reservation charts. Additionally, the circular includes reforms to the Tatkal booking process and updates to charting protocols, ensuring smoother passenger flow and reducing last-minute…

Tesla Launches Online Orders for Indian Market Tesla has officially opened its online booking platform to customers across India. In a recent announcement on X (formerly Twitter), Tesla India stated:”Now everyone in India can order directly on our website.” The announcement was later reshared by CEO Elon Musk, reinforcing the company’s commitment to expanding its footprint in India. This update follows the launch of Tesla’s first Indian showroom, located at Maker Maxity Mall in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC). With online orders now open, Tesla aims to serve customers across various cities—prioritising deliveries in key metros while gradually scaling access…

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids at 35 locations on Thursday morning as part of an ongoing investigation into an alleged loan fraud involving companies from the Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group. The action follows the State Bank of India’s decision to classify Reliance Communications (RCOM) as a fraud account and report its former director, Anil Ambani, to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Wider Network Under ED Investigation The ED is currently examining more than 50 companies and 25 individuals suspected to be part of the broader network connected to the loan irregularities. Early findings suggest that Yes Bank…

A Diplomatic Scam Stranger Than Fiction In a case that sounds more like a spy thriller than reality, the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) has uncovered a sophisticated fake embassy operation run from a luxury bungalow in Kavi Nagar, Ghaziabad. The accused, Harshvardhan Jain, 47, posed as an ‘ambassador’ of fictional micronations such as Westarctica, Seborga, Poulvia, and Ladonia. Operating from his lavish residence, Jain used forged diplomatic credentials, passports, and fake government insignias to establish an elaborate façade of legitimacy. According to investigators, Jain had been exploiting these fake identities to gain influence, access restricted spaces, and swindle unsuspecting individuals under the pretext…

Jagdeep Dhankhar surprised the nation by resigning from the post of Vice President on the first day of Parliament’s Monsoon Session. He cited health concerns as the reason, although the Congress party claimed deeper reasons behind the move. Following his resignation, the Election Commission of India has begun preparations for the upcoming Vice Presidential election. Entitlements as Former Vice President Despite stepping down, Dhankhar will continue to receive several benefits under the Vice President’s Pension Act. These include: Staff and Utilities Provided Additional benefits include two personal assistants for Dhankhar and a private secretary for his wife. The government will…

Lufthansa Technik has expanded its presence in India through a deeper partnership with IndiGo, one of the country’s largest airlines. As part of long-term maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) agreements, Lufthansa Technik will provide comprehensive lease return support for a significant number of IndiGo’s Airbus A320 family aircraft. The agreement covers both base maintenance and single component services. Context of Turkish Technic Controversy This move comes in the backdrop of ongoing controversy over IndiGo’s ties with Turkish Technic amid India’s Operation Sindoor and Turkey’s open support for Pakistan. IndiGo had earlier signed a deal with Turkish Technic in February 2025…