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Lexus introduces the fifth-gen RX hybrid SUV in India: Lexus RX The new RX Hybrid SUV from Lexus has been introduced in India, with pricing ranging from 95.80 lakh for the RX350h Luxury variation to 1.18 crore for the more powerful RX500h F-Sport+ model (both prices, ex-showroom, India). At the 2023 Auto Expo in India, the Lexus RX was presented. The RX is priced reasonably by Lexus; the company’s prior models were more expensive than those of its competitors, which is why the launch of the vehicle in India was delayed. There are two different powerplant options available for the…

Workshop on U.S. Export Controls Advances India’s Commercial Space Industry United States-India Space Cooperation. The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) of the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Export Control and Border Security (EXBS) of the U.S. Department of State jointly hosted a workshop on export controls for the U.S.-India Space Technology Industry on April 24 and 25 in Bengaluru. The workshop gave an overview of the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and related compliance requirements with a focus on the Indian Commercial Space Industry. More than 50 representatives from Indian…

The most in-depth images ever acquired of the planet’s Deimos moon were taken by the UAE Mars mission. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, revealed the breath-taking images that were captured by the UAE Space Agency approximately 100 km near the surface of the Mars moon. The breath-taking photo was captured by UAE scientists using the Hope Probe from the Emirates Mars Mission. Sheikh Mohammed, the leader of the UAE Mars project, posted the image on social media along with the statement, “The Emirates Mars Mission’s Hope Probe has captured the clearest image of Mars’ moon Deimos, which is 100km away, marking a global…

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav described Kerala as the land of the Kathakali Origin, kalaripayattu and Ayurveda with the latest addition to the adjectives being Vande Bharat and thanked the PM for the travel experience. He stated that the current design of the Vande Bharat moves at 180 kmph with a life span of 35 years. The tracks in Kerala have a peculiar curving rail pattern operating at 80-90kmph. The detailed blueprints include plans to install a world class system by removing curves and straightening the path assuring a speed of 110 kmph within a time span of 18-20 months. He…

YouTube introduces an animated loading screen and upgraded features for Premium members. YouTube, which is owned by Google, has begun to implement the animation loading screen on mobile, which was originally seen on Android TV in late 2022. According to 9to5Google, Google explained that the new animation is part of an identity makeover aimed at establishing a visually appealing and instantly recognized brand image. The animation was reported to be inspired by vintage CRT TVs (a type of television that utilized cathode ray tubes prior to the development of the flat-screen TV). A new loading bar icon with the recognizable YouTube play-head and a red progress bar…

Government introduces a new ecommerce website for Artisans and weavers offering free delivery with 0% seller commission. The Indian Government has recently launched a new e-commerce portal for artisans and weavers, which is aimed at promoting the growth of the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) sector in the country. The new portal will allow artisans and weavers to register and sell their products online without any commission charges, and the Government will provide free shipping for the products sold through the portal. The launch of the e-commerce portal for artisans and weavers is expected to provide a significant boost…

Skill Ministry launches digital version of employability skills curriculum. The Indian Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has taken a significant step towards promoting skill development among the country’s youth by launching a digital version of its Employability Skills Curriculum (ESC). The digital version of the ESC has been developed to provide accessible and affordable skill training to a larger audience across India. The ESC is an initiative under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) scheme, which aims to train 10 million youth in industry-relevant skills by 2022. The program has been designed to enhance the employability of learners…

According to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Nation’s first Digital Science Park, which will be constructed in Thiruvananthapuram, would support Digital India. The Nation’s Technology, according to the Prime Minister, is searching for new digital goods. At the ground-breaking ceremonies for the Kochi Water Metro and the first-ever Digital Science Park of the upcoming Digital University in Thiruvananthapuram, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered remarks. The country is placing focus on digital connectivity, he declared. “It will increase the digital park’s popularity. The debate about the Nation’s digital Infrastructure surprises the rest of the world. We are looking for fresh digital…

Historic moment: Kerala’s Vande Bharat flagged off by PM Modi Kerala’s first Vande Bharat train journey began as Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged it off at Thampanoor Central Railway Station. This has become a historical moment for Kerala. The Prime Minister interacted with 42 selected students in the C2 coach of the Vande Bharat train, which was halted at Platform No. 1 of Thampanoor Railway Station before the flag-off. Governor Arif Mohammad Khan, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav, and MP Shashi Tharoor were present at the flag-off ceremony. Modi also spoke to loco pilots. Chief Minister Pinarayi…

T-Series Enters the OTT Arena with Biopics, Originals, and Direct-to-OTT Releases T-Series, India’s largest music label, plans to enter the over-the-top (OTT) content industry this year, with the goal of producing 3-4 long-form web originals every year. The company, which began producing films a few years ago, has a biography in the works about choreographer Saroj Khan and has purchased the rights to a book on VG Siddhartha, the creator of Café Coffee Day. It has also begun production on a show with filmmaker Hansal Mehta, and a show for Disney+Hotstar has been completed and will be released later this year. Given that most theatre…