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India is reportedly preparing to upgrade its Su-30MKI fighter fleet to integrate Russia’s R-37M very-long-range air-to-air missile, in a move that could significantly strengthen the Indian Air Force’s long-range aerial combat capabilities. According to reports, the procurement is likely to include modifications required to make the missile compatible with the Indian fighter, including changes to its mission-control, radar and weapons-management software. Earlier reports have indicated a requirement for around 300 missiles. The R-37M is designed for engaging high-value airborne targets from long distances. Its potential targets include AWACS and AEW&C aircraft, aerial tankers, electronic-warfare platforms and other support aircraft, rather…

Samsung India has begun cutting jobs in its television and home-appliance businesses amid rising costs, weaker consumer demand and mounting pressure on margins. Around 80–100 executives have reportedly been asked to leave in batches, with directors, team leaders, branch managers and area managers among those affected. The move is part of a wider restructuring of Samsung’s India operations. A key pressure point is the sharp increase in memory chip prices, which have reportedly more than doubled. The weaker rupee and softer demand have added to cost pressures, affecting profitability across Samsung’s electronics business. The current job cuts are focused on…

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has cleared proposals worth ₹1.1 lakh crore to enhance the operational capabilities of India’s armed forces. The approvals cover a wide range of systems for the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force. The Air Force’s capability enhancement includes a ground-based multi-purpose jammer and a pilot project to integrate Russian-origin RVV BD long-range air-to-air missiles with Sukhoi-30 fighters. For the Indian Navy, the approvals include Arudhra radars and the design, development and subsequent procurement of marine gas turbines, aimed at strengthening indigenous warship propulsion capabilities and reducing dependence on foreign…

Jio Platforms is set to kick off formal investor outreach for its initial public offering as early as next week, marking a major step towards what could become one of India’s largest-ever stock market listings. The digital and telecommunications arm of Reliance Industries is expected to hold meetings with investors across the US, Singapore, Hong Kong, London and the Middle East as it builds momentum ahead of the proposed IPO. The company is currently targeting a November listing, although discussions are ongoing and the final size, valuation and timing of the offering could change. Jio Platforms filed its draft IPO…

India has joined the United States and 24 other countries in a global initiative aimed at shaping the development and deployment of next-generation 6G telecommunications networks. The agreement was finalised following a bilateral meeting between US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and India’s Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada on the sidelines of the G20 Innovation Ministerial meeting in the United States. The initiative seeks to ensure that future 6G networks reflect shared security interests, strengthen technological competitiveness and drive innovation. The collaboration also comes amid growing global competition over advanced technologies and digital infrastructure. Prasada led the…

India may press China to ease restrictions on the export of critical technologies and components during the upcoming BRICS Summit in New Delhi, as New Delhi seeks greater reciprocity in bilateral trade and technology access. The issue could come up during discussions on the sidelines of the September 12–13 summit, which Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to attend. India is reportedly consulting industry groups on trade and investment barriers involving China before the talks. Among the key concerns are Chinese restrictions affecting rare-earth magnets, battery cells, solar technology, specialised power equipment and High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) systems. Rare-earth…

Air India Chairman N Chandrasekaran has called for a stronger culture of cost consciousness across the airline as the carrier enters a crucial phase of its transformation. Addressing employees at a town hall, Chandrasekaran said every individual in Air India can contribute to improving cost efficiency. He identified safety, customer trust, operational execution and cost discipline as the four key priorities for the airline’s next phase. Chandrasekaran also set a high benchmark for safety, saying Air India’s safety record should not simply match the best airlines in the world but should be better than the best. He stressed that achieving…

Toyota is preparing to expand its SUV portfolio in India with two global models, the Land Cruiser FJ and Corolla Cross, as the automaker steps up its focus on locally manufactured vehicles. The Land Cruiser FJ is expected to be positioned below the Fortuner and could arrive in India around 2027–28. The rugged SUV is aimed at buyers looking for a more compact off-road-focused model within Toyota’s Land Cruiser family. The Corolla Cross, meanwhile, is expected to enter the Indian market around 2028–29. The SUV is likely to feature hybrid technology, premium equipment and advanced safety features, with local production…

Lieutenant Athira Suresh of Kozhikode, Kerala, has taken an unconventional career path, leaving a corporate role at global energy major ExxonMobil to join the Indian Army. Athira, a Civil Engineering graduate from the National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut), was commissioned into the Army on September 5, 2026, at the Officers Training Academy (OTA) in Gaya. She was among the 253 officer cadets who completed the Short Service Commission (Technical) course during the academy’s 29th passing-out parade. Before joining the Army, Athira worked as a Project Controls Engineer at ExxonMobil. She had secured the corporate position after clearing the…

Cybersecurity is no longer a concern limited to technology experts or security professionals. According to Air Commodore Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, Indian astronaut and ISRO official, it has become a responsibility shared by every citizen in an increasingly digital world. Speaking about the Kerala Cyber Suraksha Summit (KCSS), Prasanth Nair said the growing dependence on smartphones, the internet, digital payments and online services makes cybersecurity an unavoidable part of everyday life. He stressed that awareness is the most important first step towards building a cyber-resilient India. While technical and operational cybersecurity require specialised expertise, Nair said India also needs to look…