Author: News Desk

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has virtually launched the Ajni (Nagpur)–Pune Vande Bharat Express, marking the addition of the longest route in the Vande Bharat fleet. Spanning 881 km, the train cuts travel time between Nagpur and Pune to just 12 hours, offering a faster and more comfortable journey for passengers. Operating six days a week, the train halts at Wardha, Badnera, Akola, Shegaon, Bhusaval, Jalgaon, Manmad, Kopargaon, Ahmednagar (Ahilyanagar), and Daund Chord Line. Train No. 26101 departs Pune at 6:25 AM, reaching Ajni at 6:25 PM. The return service, Train No. 26102, leaves Ajni at 9:50 AM and arrives in…

India’s human spaceflight ambitions are set to take a big leap forward this December as ISRO readies the Gaganyaan-1 (G1) mission, the first in a series of uncrewed test flights aimed at paving the way for Indian astronauts in space. Three Days in Orbit to Test Critical Systems A senior ISRO official confirmed the spacecraft will spend about three days in low-Earth orbit, testing life support, navigation, re-entry, and other mission-critical systems. This will be the first real-world validation of the technology designed to safely send humans into space and bring them back. Data for a Future Crewed Mission Onboard…

Infosys, India’s second-largest IT services company, is set to acquire a 75% stake in Versent Group, a top Australian digital transformation provider owned by Telstra Group. The deal, worth $153 million (about ₹1,300 crore), will create a joint venture to deliver AI-enabled cloud and digital solutions for Australian businesses. Partnership with Telstra Under the agreement, Infosys will have operational control, while Telstra will keep a 25% minority stake. This setup combines Telstra’s connectivity, Versent’s local engineering expertise, and Infosys’ global scale. Infosys said the partnership will help boost growth and deliver greater value to customers. The acquisition is expected to close in the second half of FY 2026, pending…

Founded in 2020 under Kerala Startup Mission’s Maker Village, Fuselage Innovations is bringing smart drones to farming. The startup’s work earned the “Best Agricultural Startup Award” from the Department of Agriculture, recognizing how their technology is helping farmers get better results. Helping Farmers Work Smarter Fuselage builds drones that make farming easier and more effective: Farmers using these drones have seen 30–40% higher yields and have been able to cut pesticide use by up to 50%. Bringing Technology to Thousands of Farmers Through partnerships with NABARD, UNDP, Rubber Board, and SELCO Foundation, Fuselage currently provides drone services to over 2,500 farmers, covering 2.5 lakh hectares. They make drones locally under “Make in India” and are…

Goh Cheng Liang, founder of Wuthelam Group and Singapore’s richest man, passed away at the age of 98 leaving behind a remarkable legacy in business property development and philanthropy. Born in Singapore in 1927 Goh spent his early years in a small rented room with his parents, three sisters and a brother. Despite these humble beginnings he later developed the iconic Liang Court property along River Valley Road Singapore’s first shopping centre in that area. Childhood Hardships During the WarDuring World War II Goh moved to Muar in Malaya helping his brother in law sell fishing nets. “My parents were…

Perplexity AI, led by Indian-origin CEO Aravind Srinivas, has made a surprising all-cash bid of $34.5 billion (₹3,02,152 crore) to acquire Google Chrome. This offer dwarfs Perplexity’s own $14 billion valuation and arrives amid growing U.S. antitrust pressure on Google, which includes proposals to force the sale of Chrome. While Google has not indicated any intention to sell its flagship browser, Perplexity’s bid is notable for its promises to keep Chrome open-source, invest $3 billion in the platform, and preserve default search engine settings. If successful, Perplexity would gain access to Chrome’s massive user base of 3 billion globally—significantly boosting…

Chennai is working on plans for a 53-km water metro along the Buckingham Canal, connecting Kovalam to Napier Bridge. Inspired by Kochi’s successful model, the project aims to cut road congestion, lower emissions, boost tourism, and improve flood management. The Water Resources Department, Chennai Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (CUMTA), and Tamil Nadu Maritime Board are preparing a Detailed Project Report to assess feasibility, environmental impact, and costs, expected between ₹3,000 and ₹5,000 crore. Initial work will focus on restoring and desilting the Buckingham Canal between Cooum and Kovalam, setting up sewage treatment plants, and improving water flow. The service will…

Akasa Air will begin daily non-stop flights between Mumbai and Phuket, Thailand, starting September 20, 2025. This marks the airline’s entry into Southeast Asia and its sixth international destination. Bookings are open through the airline’s website, mobile app, and major online travel agencies. Strategic Route Addition Phuket’s popularity with Indian leisure travellers and its position as a regional trade and tourism hub make it a key addition to Akasa’s network. The route is designed to serve both tourist and business traffic between India and Thailand. Flight Schedule Network Expansion With Phuket, Akasa Air’s international network now includes Doha (Qatar), Jeddah…

Liquor major Radico Khaitan has joined forces with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, his son Aryan Khan’s D’YAVOL Luxury Collective, and Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath to launch D’YAVOL Spirits. The venture will focus on premium-quality alcoholic beverages with distinctive design and global appeal. Premium, Bottled-in-Origin ProductsD’YAVOL Spirits aims to create globally sourced, bottled-in-origin products that reflect regional authenticity. The brand will combine Radico Khaitan’s scale and industry expertise with D’YAVOL’s disruptive design ethos, targeting both Indian and international markets. Equity Stake and Strategic ControlRadico Khaitan’s board has approved the acquisition of a 47.5% equity stake in D’YAVOL Spirits B.V. (Netherlands) and…

Gautam Adani has re-entered the world’s top 20 richest list after a single-day jump of $5.74 billion (about ₹5.03 lakh crore) in his net worth. The Bloomberg Billionaires Index now values the Adani Group chairman’s fortune at $79.7 billion, signalling a strong rebound after recent market turbulence. Second Only to Musk in Daily GainsMonday’s market rally made Adani the day’s second-biggest gainer, just behind Tesla and SpaceX chief Elon Musk, whose wealth rose by $6.69 billion to $378 billion. While Musk’s fortune has fallen by $54.5 billion so far this year, Adani’s has grown by $1.01 billion in 2025, thanks…