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India is taking a major step to enhance flight safety with the creation of a National Aviation Safety Centre. The plan was announced at the Asia-Pacific Accident Investigation Group (APAC-AIG) meeting in New Delhi. The centre will focus on upgrading safety systems, building skilled manpower, and deepening international collaboration as India’s air traffic and airport infrastructure continue to expand. Focus on Oversight and Capacity BuildingUnion Civil Aviation Secretary Samir Kumar Sinha said the centre will strengthen safety oversight, improve regulatory compliance, and promote institutional reforms. As air travel surges, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and the Aircraft Accident Investigation…

The Indian Navy is finalizing a $4 billion deal with Boeing to acquire six additional P-8I Poseidon long-range maritime patrol aircraft by mid-2026. Sources indicate that recent negotiations in New Delhi with a Boeing delegation have resolved earlier pricing disputes caused by U.S. tariff increases, putting the project back on track for approval by the Cabinet Committee on Security. The expansion will take India’s P-8I fleet to 18 aircraft, enhancing its surveillance and anti-submarine capabilities across the Indian Ocean—from the Arabian Sea to the Malacca Strait. Talks Back on Track After Tariff Dispute The deal had stalled in August 2025 when the cost ballooned from $2.4 billion to nearly…

India is preparing to open its first Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) campus in West Africa, marking a significant milestone in its global education outreach. Nigeria will host the new institute, which will follow the IIT Madras–Zanzibar model that successfully launched in 2023. The plan was confirmed by Nigeria’s Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, after a meeting with India’s High Commissioner, Abhishek Singh, in Abuja. Both countries agreed to collaborate in science, technology, and innovation-driven education, strengthening academic and cultural ties between the two nations. The IIT campus will be set up at the Federal Government Academy in…

Rikant Pittie, CEO and co-founder of EaseMyTrip, grew up in a middle-class Delhi family. What started as a small idea between three brothers, Rikant, Nishant, and Prashant , turned into one of India’s biggest online travel companies. They didn’t raise money from investors. They built everything themselves. Today, EaseMyTrip is India’s second-largest travel platform and one of the few that’s always been profitable. A Simple Idea That Worked The idea began when they saw travel agents charging hidden fees. So they decided to build a platform that was simple, fair, and transparent. “We started by booking tickets for our father,”…

In an effort to tackle misinformation more effectively, the government has begun training senior bureaucrats on using modern communication tools like social media and podcasts to share factual updates and progress on government schemes. High-Level Workshop for Senior Officials A day-long workshop was recently held for all secretary-level officers, according to sources. Senior bureaucrats including the Principal Secretaries to the Prime Minister, P.K. Mishra and Shaktikanta Das, along with Cabinet Secretary T.V. Somnathan, delivered detailed presentations on how to use new-age media for faster and more impactful communication. Expanding the Programme Across Ranks The training initiative will continue in stages.…

The Indian Army has taken a major step toward modernising its communication systems by signing a contract for the procurement of its first batch of indigenously developed Software Defined Radios (SDRs). Designed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and manufactured by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), these advanced radios will strengthen the Army’s secure communication capabilities and improve coordination in network-centric warfare environments. Advanced Radios for Next-Gen Military Communication The newly acquired SDRs are equipped with high data transfer rates and Mobile Ad hoc Network (MANET) technology, allowing real-time, encrypted communication across varying terrains and combat zones. The system’s ability to maintain stable connections…

India is moving ahead with plans to expand its Rafale fighter fleet, but new concerns over France’s arms export practices are raising questions about long-term security implications. India eyes more Rafales for Navy and Air Force The Indian Navy has expressed interest in buying 26 Rafale-Marine jets, while the Indian Air Force has proposed acquiring 114 Rafale aircraft to be built domestically under the “Make in India” initiative. These additions would further strengthen India’s aerial capabilities, following the induction of 36 Rafales between 2020 and 2022 under a 7.87 billion Euro deal. The aircraft have already proven their effectiveness during high-intensity exercises…

The Pushkar Cattle Fair, one of India’s oldest and most popular livestock gatherings, has once again captured national attention with a horse worth Rs 15 crore, a buffalo priced at Rs 23 crore, and a cow just 16 inches tall among its biggest attractions. The fair officially begins on October 30 and continues till November 5, but breeders, traders, and visitors have already started gathering in Rajasthan’s holy town of Pushkar. The Rs 15 crore stallion everyone is talking about At the center of the fair is Shahbaz, a two and a half year old Marwari stallion owned by Gary…

The Indian Navy is set to commission INS Ikshak, an indigenously built Survey Vessel (Large), at Naval Base Kochi on November 6, 2025. The ceremony will be led by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, marking the ship’s formal induction into active service. A Milestone in Indigenous Naval Shipbuilding Ikshak is the third vessel in its class, reinforcing the Navy’s commitment to self-reliance and technological advancement under the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. The induction of Ikshak highlights India’s growing capability in designing and constructing advanced hydrographic survey platforms that enhance maritime mapping, navigation, and safety. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) Ltd, Kolkata, under the supervision of the Directorate of Ship Production and…

Amazon has confirmed plans to cut nearly 14,000 corporate jobs, marking another major shift in how the company is reorganizing around artificial intelligence. The move comes months after CEO Andy Jassy warned that automation and AI would begin replacing certain roles traditionally handled by humans. AI at the Center of Amazon’s Restructuring Back in June, Jassy had hinted that as AI tools became more capable, Amazon’s workforce would likely shrink. On Tuesday, Beth Galetti, Senior Vice President of People Experience and Technology, said in a company blog post that the layoffs were part of a broader effort to “reduce bureaucracy, remove layers, and focus…