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Addressing a gathering at the Adani Corporate House, Chairman Gautam Adani reflected on the milestone achievement of APSEZ crossing 500 million tonnes of cargo. “An explorer has no final destination. There are only moments to pause, look back, and gather the strength to move forward,” Adani said, calling today’s celebration a rare moment to absorb the scale of the accomplishment. He emphasized that achievements of this magnitude go beyond numbers. “Numbers measure performance, but legacy measures vision, belief, and courage—the willingness to pursue what others might not even imagine,” he noted. Adani shared that the journey of APSEZ has been…

Global military power increasingly depends on air superiority, making the size of a country’s fighter jet fleet a key measure of strength. India recently signed its largest-ever deal with France to acquire 114 Rafale jets, but France is far from the world’s largest fighter jet producer. Today, production is dominated by a few nations, with the gap between them widening rapidly. The United States and China together account for the majority of global fighter jet output, while other countries maintain smaller, steady production lines. 1. United StatesLockheed Martin and Boeing drive US fighter jet production, delivering around 190–200 jets annually.…

Pakistan is set to return a USD 2 billion deposit to the United Arab Emirates, according to media reports released Friday. The funds were originally provided by the UAE to help stabilize Pakistan’s balance of payments and had been routinely rolled over in the past. However, recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly following developments involving the United States and Israel, prompted the UAE to request an early repayment, sources indicated. The amount was held by the State Bank of Pakistan as part of its foreign exchange reserves. Reports suggest that Pakistan plans to repay the full sum to…

Bharti Airtel has crossed the 650 million customer mark worldwide, cementing its position as the second-largest telecom operator globally. The company operates across India and Africa, with over 368 million mobile subscribers in India, including 13 million fixed broadband connections and 15 million Digital TV users. Airtel Africa serves 179 million customers across 14 countries, providing mobile, data, and mobile money services, with over 52 million users of its financial services. In India, Airtel remains second to Reliance Jio, which has more than 500 million subscribers, though Jio’s presence is limited to India. Globally, telecom rankings are dominated by Chinese…

Ola Electric has announced a ₹60,000 price cut on its flagship Roadster X+ 9.1 kWh electric motorcycle, making it significantly more accessible to buyers. The bike, which was earlier priced at around ₹1.89 lakh, is now available at approximately ₹1.29 lakh, marking a major reduction aimed at boosting demand. This price drop has been enabled by the scaling up of Ola’s in-house 4680 Bharat Cell battery production, which has improved cost efficiencies and reduced dependence on imports. The Roadster X+ is powered by a 9.1 kWh battery pack offering a claimed range of up to 500 km, positioning it among the higher-range electric motorcycles in India. Ola Electric…

Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) has become a vital part of daily life in Indian households. From cooking meals to supporting small businesses, LPG makes everyday tasks more convenient and efficient. Over time, demand for LPG has surged due to population growth, urbanisation, and government initiatives promoting clean fuel usage. Many households have shifted from traditional fuels like wood and coal to LPG for a safer and healthier lifestyle. Statewise LPG Consumption LPG usage varies across states, influenced by population size, industrial development, and distribution infrastructure. Urbanized states with better facilities generally consume more LPG. Meanwhile, growing awareness of clean energy…

Christina Koch is set to make history as part of Artemis II, becoming the first woman to travel beyond low Earth orbit toward the Moon. The mission, scheduled for 2026, will be NASA’s first crewed journey toward the Moon in over 50 years, marking a major step in returning humans to deep space exploration. Koch will join a four-member crew aboard the Orion spacecraft for a 10-day mission that will orbit the Moon and return to Earth, paving the way for future lunar landings. An experienced astronaut, Koch previously spent 328 days aboard the International Space Station, setting the record for the longest continuous…

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has invited proposals from Indian researchers to analyse data from its landmark solar mission, Aditya-L1. The call has been issued under an “Announcement of Opportunity (AO)”, allowing scientists to access mission data and propose studies aimed at understanding solar phenomena. Aditya-L1, India’s first dedicated solar observatory, is positioned at the Sun–Earth L1 point, about 1.5 million km from Earth, enabling continuous observation of the Sun. Researchers can use the data to study key areas such as the solar atmosphere, solar flares, coronal mass ejections, and space weather, all of which impact Earth’s environment and satellite systems. More than 23…

Cooperation Minister Amit Shah informed Parliament on Wednesday that Bharat Taxi, the government-supported cooperative ride-hailing platform, is facing initial challenges. These include strong competition from established private players like Ola and Uber, as well as hesitancy among some driver-partners to adopt digital tools. In a written response to a Rajya Sabha query, Shah said the government is addressing these issues through welfare programs, awareness campaigns, driver training, enhanced user experience, and e-governance solutions. Bharat Taxi, registered under the Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act, 2002, was founded on June 6, 2025, by eight national-level cooperative institutions and officially launched on February 5…

India’s next-generation fighter jet, the HAL Tejas Mk2, has achieved a significant upgrade with a weight reduction of around 200 kilograms, making it more efficient and combat-ready. The reduction has been achieved through advanced techniques such as jig-less assembly and monolithic machining, which simplify construction and eliminate unnecessary structural weight. Engineers from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) have also increased the use of carbon-fibre composites and single-piece structures, improving strength while reducing overall mass. This weight reduction has been strategically utilized to enhance the aircraft’s performance. The Tejas Mk2 now features higher internal fuel capacity and increased payload capability, allowing…