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Renowned contemporary artist Jitish Kallat has been appointed President of the Kochi‑Muziris Biennale, one of India’s most prominent international contemporary art events. The announcement was made by Kochi Biennale Foundation chairperson Venu V. Kallat will take on the responsibility of chairing the selection committee for the curator of the next edition of the biennale. His appointment follows the resignation of co-founder Bose Krishnamachari, who stepped down as president earlier this year. Based in Mumbai, Kallat has had a long association with the biennale. He previously served as the curator and artistic director of the second edition (2014–15) and is also a member of the foundation’s Board of Trustees. The Kochi‑Muziris Biennale, launched…

Adani Enterprises has announced a ₹1,342 crore acquisition aimed at strengthening its infrastructure portfolio. The deal involves acquiring a 100% stake in DP Jain TOT Toll Roads Private Limited, a toll road operator. The acquisition is being carried out through Adani Road Transport Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Adani Enterprises that manages the group’s road infrastructure business. DP Jain TOT Toll Roads operates the Palanpur–Radhanpur–Samkhiyali stretch of National Highway-27 in Gujarat, under a concession agreement that allows the company to collect toll and maintain the highway for around 20 years. With the acquisition, Adani Enterprises will gain full ownership and operational control of the…

Demand for induction cooktops has surged across India as concerns grow over LPG availability. E-commerce platforms such as Amazon and Flipkart have reported a sharp spike in orders for electric cooking appliances over the past few days. According to industry reports, Flipkart has seen induction cooktop sales rise nearly fourfold in the past four to five days. Amazon has also recorded a significant jump, with sales in some cases increasing up to 20 times compared with normal daily volumes. Quick-commerce platforms including Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart have also witnessed strong demand, with several induction cooktop models going out of…

The shortage of commercial LPG in India, triggered by disruptions linked to the escalating West Asia conflict, is beginning to affect food services across the country, including corporate campuses. Tech major Infosys has temporarily trimmed menus in its food courts across Bengaluru, Pune and Chennai, removing items such as dosas and omelettes that require higher gas consumption. The wider hospitality sector is also feeling the impact. Restaurants in several cities have started cutting menu options, shifting to induction cooking or warning of temporary shutdowns as commercial LPG supplies tighten. The crisis stems from global energy supply disruptions linked to tensions in West Asia,…

A new generation of women is helping power India’s modern transit system by operating the country’s semi-high-speed Namo Bharat trains. Several young women, including Shivani, Priyanka Awasthi, Isha Dheerwan and Kanchan, are among the operators driving trains on the Delhi–Ghaziabad–Meerut RRTS. Many of them come from modest backgrounds in Uttar Pradesh and have overcome social and professional barriers to take up roles in one of India’s most advanced public transport systems. Shivani, a 24-year-old from Bareilly and the daughter of a farmer, now drives the high-speed trains despite never having driven a car or scooter before joining the programme. The Namo Bharat system…

Investigations into the finances of Mojtaba Khamenei have revealed a vast global asset network spanning luxury real estate and hospitality properties across Europe and the Middle East. Estimates suggest the total value of assets linked to the network could exceed $3 billion (around ₹27,500 crore). Reports based on a year-long investigation by Bloomberg indicate that properties connected to the network include luxury mansions in London’s Bishops Avenue, often called “Billionaire’s Row,” a villa in Dubai, and upscale hotels in European cities such as Frankfurt and Mallorca. Several of the London properties alone are believed to be worth more than $130 million, although they…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has virtually flagged off the new train service between Palakkad and Pollachi, marking an important step toward strengthening regional rail connectivity in southern India. The new railway service is expected to make travel easier for thousands of passengers who frequently commute between the two states for work, education and trade. For many residents in the border regions, the service has been a long-standing demand. Railway authorities noted that the train will help improve connectivity between smaller towns and major economic centres in both Kerala and Tamil Nadu. It is also expected to support local businesses, agricultural trade and tourism in the…

Indian cricketers Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma have made a strategic investment in Hyderabad-based TRUZON Solar, a solar solutions provider operating under Suntek Energy Systems. The move highlights growing interest among sports personalities in India’s rapidly expanding renewable energy sector. The company’s founder and managing director, Charugundla Bhavani Suresh, said the investment reflects confidence in TRUZON Solar’s long-term vision and its role in supporting India’s clean energy transition. The company has more than 17 years of experience in the solar industry and focuses on reliable installations and strong after-sales service networks. TRUZON Solar currently operates across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya…

Prominent Indian cricketers and their families are strengthening their presence in Mumbai’s booming luxury real estate market with property investments worth over ₹65 crore. According to reports, family members of Suryakumar Yadav, Rohit Sharma and former India pacer Zaheer Khan have purchased premium residential properties across key locations in the city. Devisha Yadav, wife of Suryakumar Yadav, bought an apartment worth around ₹7.18 crore in Deonar, continuing the couple’s investment in the same luxury residential project. Meanwhile, Ritika Sajdeh, wife of Rohit Sharma, purchased a high-end apartment valued at about ₹26.3 crore in Prabhadevi, one of Mumbai’s most sought-after residential…

The world’s first autonomous maritime shipbuilding and systems development centre is set to be established near the Juvvaladinne fishing harbour in Andhra Pradesh’s SPSR Nellore district. The project will be developed by Sagar Defence Engineering with support from the state government. The facility will span about 29.58 acres and integrate shipbuilding infrastructure, testing facilities, research laboratories, and training centres within a single campus. It will focus on developing autonomous and unmanned maritime platforms, including unmanned surface vessels (USVs) and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). The centre will also work on advanced technologies such as AI-based navigation systems, maritime robotics, electric propulsion, and sensor integration, enabling real-world trials in nearby coastal…