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Tata Motors has signed an agreement to supply 70,000 commercial vehicles in Indonesia through its wholly owned subsidiary, PT Tata Motors Distribusi Indonesia. This marks the company’s largest vehicle supply arrangement in the Southeast Asian market. Vehicle Allocation and Usage Under the deal, Tata Motors will deliver 35,000 units each of the Yodha pick-up and the Ultra T.7 truck. The vehicles are set to be supplied to PT Agrinas Pangan Nusantara, an Indonesian state-owned enterprise, for agricultural logistics and rural transportation. The company has not disclosed the contract’s total value or the exact delivery schedule, noting that the rollout will…

Rajpal Yadav, beloved for his memorable comic performances in films like Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Hungama, and Welcome, is currently navigating a difficult period in his personal life. While his on-screen career has earned him widespread recognition, recent legal and financial troubles have brought significant stress. Rao Inderjeet Singh Yadav Steps In Music producer Rao Inderjeet Singh Yadav, owner of GemTunes Music, has extended financial assistance of Rs 1.11 crore to Rajpal Yadav. Speaking about the gesture, Rao Inderjeet Singh Yadav told IANS, “Rajpal ji has given immeasurable joy to audiences and has been an integral part of Indian cinema. This support is not about…

The Kochi Corporation is exploring the possibility of bringing in a new agency, including Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL), to manage its roll-on roll-off (ro-ro) vessels. The move comes amid ongoing financial losses reported by the current operator, Kerala Shipping and Inland Navigation Corporation (KSINC), since the services were launched six years ago. With a new vessel set to join the existing fleet of two, the civic body anticipates that operational expenses and overall losses will rise further. The Corporation is reviewing a ₹4.50 crore estimate submitted by Cochin Shipyard Limited for the annual dry docking of the vessels and…

Tata Motors has officially begun operations at its new Panapakkam plant in Tamil Nadu, marking more than just the launch of a manufacturing facility. The Range Rover Evoque is the first vehicle to roll out locally, signaling a shift in the joint strategy of Tata Motors and Jaguar Land Rover, one that positions India at the heart of future manufacturing, cost efficiency, and multi-powertrain scalability. Local assembly of the Evoque highlights India’s growing role in JLR’s global production network. While the model was previously assembled in India as a CKD unit, the Panapakkam plant is a next-generation facility designed to…

The India AI Impact Summit 2026 is scheduled from February 16 to 20 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, placing India at the center of the global conversation on artificial intelligence. Organized by the Government of India under the IndiaAI Mission, the five-day event will bring together governments, tech companies, researchers, and civil society to explore how AI is being developed, governed, and applied in practice. Unlike earlier global AI summits that focused largely on safety or regulatory alignment, the India summit emphasizes real-world impact—how AI is deployed, who benefits, and how emerging economies fit into the global AI landscape.…

On February 10, 2026, a magistrate court in Mansa, Gandhinagar convicted journalist and activist Ravi Nair for criminal defamation in a case filed by Adani Enterprises Limited. The ruling has sparked renewed debate about freedom of expression, accountability, and digital governance in India. The dispute began when Adani Enterprises claimed that Nair had shared a series of tweets containing false and damaging statements about the company. The prosecution argued that the posts went beyond fair criticism, constituting definite allegations circulated widely online. After examining the evidence, the court concluded that Nair’s statements crossed the line of lawful commentary and caused…

Reliance Consumer Products (RCPL), part of the Reliance Industries Group, announced on 10 February 2026 that it has acquired Southern Health Foods, the parent company of the popular Tamil Nadu brand Manna. This move strengthens RCPL’s food and staples lineup, which already includes Udayam, Independence, and SIL, while boosting its presence in the growing market for millet-based and health-focused foods. Reliance noted that Manna has been a leading producer of health-oriented food products for over 20 years, with a strong footprint in Tamil Nadu and neighboring states. The acquisition comes as Indian consumers increasingly favor nutritious and health-conscious diets, fueling…

On the eve of its new Mumbai–Frankfurt operation, Air India offered an exclusive ferry trial flight between Delhi and Hyderabad. The experience immediately reflects contemporary Indian design throughout the new aircraft, evoking the luxurious, maximalist décor that Air India cabins were known for in the 1970s and 1980s. A New Era Under Tata Management Air India has faced reputational challenges over aging aircraft and inconsistent maintenance standards for years. Since returning to the Tata Group in January 2022, after 70 years, the airline has embarked on a modernisation drive. The introduction of the Boeing 787‑9 Dreamliner — a longer, more advanced variant of the original Dreamliner inducted almost 15 years ago —…

The Indian Railways is finalizing plans to implement seven new bullet train corridors announced in the Union Budget 2026. Officials said Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for these high-speed rail (HSR) corridors will be updated with current cost estimates to ensure accurate financial viability assessments, following a high-level Railway Board meeting. NHSRCL Directed to Ensure Timely Progress The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL), responsible for the ongoing Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train corridor, has been instructed to take immediate action to keep projects on schedule. Proposed High-Speed Rail Corridors The new corridors proposed in the 2026–27 budget include Mumbai–Pune, Pune–Hyderabad, Hyderabad–Bengaluru,…

The Ministry of Railways is reportedly planning to introduce a new Vande Bharat Express train in Karnataka. The semi-high-speed train will be maintained and operated by the South Western Railway (SWR) zone and is expected to enhance regional connectivity and boost the state’s economy. Existing Vande Bharat Services in Karnataka Currently, Karnataka has 22 Vande Bharat trains (11 pairs) serving various stations across the state. About 14 of these services either originate from or terminate in the Bengaluru region, providing extensive coverage for passengers throughout Karnataka. Route and Extension Plans The new train will run on the Bengaluru–Mangaluru route, according…