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India and Canada have agreed to adopt a cooperative approach to reset and strengthen their bilateral relationship, focusing on areas such as counterterrorism and tackling transnational crimes, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on September 20, 2025. High-Level Discussions in DelhiNational Security Advisor Ajit Doval and his Canadian counterpart Nathalie Drouin met in New Delhi on September 18, 2025, for wide-ranging talks. The discussions aimed at repairing ties that were strained following the 2023 diplomatic row over the killing of a Sikh separatist. Following Up on Prime Ministerial TalksThe MEA noted that the meeting built on June discussions…

Kochi’s Water Metro is gaining momentum alongside the city’s metro rail network, recently crossing 50 lakh passengers. The milestone was marked when Australian-Malayali couple Naina and Amal bought tickets from the High Court terminal to travel to Fort Kochi. Naina was presented with a gift by Kochi Metro Rail Ltd (KMRL) managing director Loknath Behera. Metro Growth Mirrors Water Metro SuccessKochi Metro itself is becoming a preferred mode of transport, recording a monthly ridership of over 34 lakh in August, surpassing its previous record of 32 lakh in December. Behera highlighted that the Water Metro’s ability to carry a large…

Indian Railways (IR) has reduced the price of Rail Neer bottled water in response to the recent cut in GST. This move passes the tax benefit directly to passengers. In a letter dated September 20 to all General Managers and the CMD of IRCTC, the Railway Board noted:”Maximum retail price of packaged drinking water bottle ‘Rail Neer’ shall be revised from Rs 15 to Rs 14 per bottle of one litre and Rs 10 to Rs 9 per bottle of 500 ml capacity.” The revised pricing also applies to other IRCTC- or Railways-approved bottled water brands sold at stations and…

State-run Cochin Shipyard Ltd and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd will set up two new greenfield shipyards in Tamil Nadu, according to government documents. The Tamil Nadu government on Saturday signed MoUs worth Rs 30,000 crore with the two public sector majors during the Samudra Se Samriddhi event in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Industries minister T R B Rajaa said Cochin Shipyard will invest Rs 15,000 crore to build a global-scale commercial shipyard, creating over 10,000 jobs in the first phase, while Mazagon Dock will establish a similar facility with another Rs 15,000 crore, generating more than…

A new chapter in Indian sports was officially written. Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated what is now the nation’s largest and most advanced sports complex in the Naranpura area of Ahmedabad. Constructed at a cost of ₹825 crore, this sprawling facility is poised to become a central pillar in India’s journey to becoming a world-class sporting powerhouse. Designed to meet and exceed international standards, the complex is a true marvel of modern infrastructure. It brings together top-tier aquatic facilities, state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor arenas, dedicated training centers, and comprehensive housing for athletes. This all-in-one design not only provides a perfect…

H.S. Keerthana, once a familiar face in South Indian films and television, has transitioned from acting to becoming an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer. She left the glamour of cinema to pursue a career in civil services, following her father’s dream of seeing her serve the nation. Early Acting Career Keerthana began acting at a very young age, appearing in over 32 films and 48 television shows. Some of her notable works include Karpoorada Gombe, Ganga-Yamuna, Upendra, Lady Commissioner, and Simhadri. She also acted alongside Tamil superstar Vijay in the 1992 film Naalaiya Theerpu, earning acclaim and awards for her…

Groww, India’s fast-rising retail investment platform, is preparing for a historic market debut — a multi-billion-dollar IPO on Indian exchanges. The move follows the company’s decision to shift its corporate domicile from Delaware back to India, a process known as a reverse flip, making it the first major Indian startup to attempt a public listing after such a transition. This decision reflects a broader trend encouraged by policymakers: Indian startups, many of which were originally incorporated abroad to access global capital, are increasingly re-evaluating the benefits of “coming home.” By redomiciling, Groww clears structural and regulatory complexities that often delay…

Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple Inc., was an American entrepreneur, inventor, and innovator whose bold ideas transformed technology and media. He played a pivotal role in creating the Mac, iPod, iPhone, iPad, and the App Store, while also founding NeXT and becoming the major shareholder of Pixar, the studio behind Toy Story. Jobs is remembered for turning visionary concepts into products people love. Early Life and Family Full Name: Steven Paul JobsBorn: February 24, 1955, San Francisco, CaliforniaAdopted by: Paul and Clara Jobs Growing up in Silicon Valley, Jobs was exposed to electronics early. His adoptive father, Paul, encouraged hands-on learning by building a workbench for him, sparking his curiosity…

According to the newly released Spear’s School Index 2025, Institut auf dem Rosenberg in Switzerland retains its title as the world’s most expensive school, now charging a staggering $183,000 (approx. ₹1.5 crore) annually. This private boarding school is known not only for its fees but also for its extreme exclusivity, boasting a lower acceptance rate than elite institutions like IIT, MIT, and Harvard. Located in St. Gallen, Rosenberg offers an education tailored for the children of global billionaires, blending academic rigour with leadership, innovation, and social finesse. Its curriculum goes beyond textbooks: students are exposed to AI labs, space tech projects, etiquette classes, and real-world entrepreneurship. The…

Two young entrepreneurs from Kerala, Vipin K V and Vignesh Murugan, founders of Autogenbot incubated at Kerala Startup Mission’s Maker Village in Kochi, have been selected to showcase their agricultural robot, Automist 500X, at the GOFAR 2025 Forum in the United States. GOFAR, organized by FIRA USA, is one of the world’s leading platforms for farm robotics and automation. Automist 500X: Precision Farming Innovation Developed over two years with funding from the founders and government grants, the Automist 500X is designed to transform orchard farming. By automating precision spraying, the robot helps farmers cut 50–60% of input costs, including pesticides…