Author: News Desk
Air India is reportedly in advanced talks with aircraft makers Airbus and Boeing to buy up to 300 new planes, including as many as 80 to 100 wide-body jets. The move signals a major push by the Tata Group to accelerate Air India’s transformation into a leading global airline. According to people familiar with the matter, these discussions go beyond the earlier plans involving 200 narrow-body jets and 25–30 wide-body aircraft. If finalized, the new deal would be one of the largest aircraft acquisitions in recent years, further strengthening Air India’s international operations. Neither Air India nor Boeing has commented…
The Adani Group is developing a ropeway between Sonprayag and Kedarnath to make the sacred journey to Kedarnath Dham easier and safer for devotees. Chairman Gautam Adani said the 12.9 km project, worth ₹4,081 crore, will cut travel time from a tiring nine-hour trek to just 36 minutes once completed. Adani called the project a proud moment for the group and said it represents a “bridge between devotion and modern infrastructure.” He expressed hope that the new facility will make the pilgrimage more accessible to lakhs of devotees each year. Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) received the contract for the project…
Raymond Group has committed ₹940 crore to Andhra Pradesh for setting up dual manufacturing hubs in aerospace and automotive sectors. The aerospace facility, led by subsidiary JK Maini Global Aerospace, will focus on producing high-precision components for global OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers. The automotive unit aims to enhance Raymond’s presence in the auto components market. These projects are expected to generate approximately 5,500 direct jobs by May 2027. The Andhra Pradesh government has approved these investments under the state’s Industrial Development Policy 4.0 (2024–29). A special incentive package of ₹700 crore has been sanctioned to expedite the development of these…
India has presented its Akash air-defence missile system as a potential supply to Brazil, in the course of discussions between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Brazilian Vice President Geraldo Alckmin. In their talks, the two leaders identified several priority areas for joint work, including exploring co-development and co-production of defence equipment. Sources indicate that while the pitch is still under negotiation, India’s proposal underscores a desire to deepen defence ties and expand its footprint in aerospace exports. This move fits into a broader trend of India’s arms diplomacy, offering indigenous systems like Akash to select overseas partners to boost strategic collaboration and defence manufacturing ties.
A team from India is currently in the United States to discuss tariff-related issues, but Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said it is not “the right time” for the next official round of negotiations on a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) due to the ongoing U.S. government shutdown. Speaking during a press briefing on October 15, Agrawal, who is India’s chief negotiator for the BTA, said that both sides are actively exploring ways to resolve the current trade tensions. “Our negotiating team is in the U.S. and is trying to see if we can have a win-win solution between the two sides…
Reports suggesting that Lionel Messi and the Argentine national football team might skip India and travel to Africa instead in November are inaccurate, according to event organizers. According to a TyC Sports report, there could be changes in Argentina’s tour schedule, with the first match possibly taking place against Angola, and the second match, originally planned in India, potentially being moved to an African country. However, the organizers have confirmed that Messi will indeed arrive in Kerala for the friendly match as scheduled. Event sponsor Reporter Broadcasting Company stated that all rumors about Argentina not coming to India are completely…
Kochi is gearing up for the international friendly football match between Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, and Australia at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on November 17. In anticipation of the high-profile event, the district administration and police have put stringent security measures in place. As part of these preparations, commercial establishments and offices around the stadium complex will remain closed for a month. The Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA) has issued notices to over 100 shop owners and tenants, directing them to shut down their businesses from October 25 for one month to ensure safety during the match. Following the…
US President Donald Trump said his threat to impose a 200% tariff on exports from India and Pakistan played a key role in halting the conflict between the two countries. According to Trump, trade pressure was used to push both nations toward de-escalation. Speaking to reporters while traveling to the Middle East ahead of an Israel-Hamas prisoner swap, Trump said, “We stopped a lot of these wars using trade. India and Pakistan were at it really hard, seven planes were shot down, bad things were happening. I was talking to both of them about trade. I said we are not…
US President Donald Trump said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has promised to halt India’s oil imports from Russia, a move Trump described as a “big step” toward economically isolating Moscow. India has been one of the largest buyers of Russian crude since Western nations imposed sanctions following Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Speaking at a White House event, Trump said, “I was not happy that India was buying oil, and he assured me today that they will not be buying oil from Russia. That’s a big step. Now we’re going to get China to do the same.” Trump also urged…
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has launched a recruitment drive for candidates who have completed Class 10 and are seeking government jobs. The recruitment is for various Group-C posts, including Motor Transport Driver and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) positions. The last date to apply is November 11, 2025. Age Limit Pay Scale Selection Process Eligibility Criteria How to Apply The application process is offline. Steps: