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South Yorkshire in the United Kingdom is looking to attract Indian investment across advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence (AI), sustainable aviation, energy and preventive healthcare, with the UK-India free trade agreement (FTA) expected to strengthen business opportunities between the two countries. Oliver Coppard, Mayor of South Yorkshire, outlined the region’s investment ambitions during an interaction with ANI on the sidelines of the 16th session of the India-UK Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO). He said the region sees significant potential in India’s expanding economy and aims to attract Indian companies while helping South Yorkshire businesses increase their presence in the Indian…

Bangladesh has signed a $335.78 million loan agreement with China to expand and modernise Mongla Port, the country’s second-largest seaport after Chattogram. The port development project will be financed by China’s Export-Import Bank and aims to increase cargo-handling capacity and upgrade existing infrastructure. The agreement, worth 2.404 billion Chinese yuan, was signed between Bangladesh’s Economic Relations Division (ERD) and China EXIM Bank. Under the terms, China will provide the loan at a concessional interest rate of 2%, with a repayment period of 20 years, including a five-year grace period. The project includes the construction of two container terminals equipped with…

Kerala Police has signed a three-year memorandum of understanding (MoU) with cybersecurity company Cyble to strengthen cybercrime investigations through threat intelligence, investigative support and specialised training. The agreement was signed through Cyble’s Indian subsidiary, Cyble Infosec India Private Limited, and will support the Kerala Police Cyber Operations Wing and Cyberdome in identifying and investigating emerging cyber threats. Under the agreement, Cyble will provide intelligence relevant to cybercrime investigations, including information on compromised credentials, ransomware activity, data leaks, phishing networks, online fraud infrastructure and the impersonation of government and police brands. The collaboration is intended to help investigators identify suspicious digital…

More than 15 start-up founders from Tamil Nadu got an opportunity to present their innovations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Chennai Metro Rail ride with Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on October 11, 2026. The entrepreneurs shared details of their ventures while travelling on the newly inaugurated Porur Bypass–Poonamallee stretch of Chennai Metro Phase II. The interaction brought attention to emerging technology companies working in areas such as geospatial analytics, airport operations, satellite systems and aviation technology. The founders explained how their solutions could support infrastructure monitoring, improve airport efficiency and strengthen India’s domestic technology capabilities. Vignesh Kandasamy,…

The Indian Army has launched ‘Bharat Rice’ for defence personnel to improve ration quality and streamline food supplies to troops, particularly those stationed in remote and difficult terrains. The initiative was launched in New Delhi on October 12, 2026, in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi. Under the new arrangement, rice will be delivered directly to Army Supply Depots, including those in Ladakh and the Northeast, instead of requiring depots to collect supplies from local Food Corporation of India (FCI) facilities. The initiative follows feedback from Army…

India is exploring a partnership with the Czech Republic to develop and manufacture 19-seater, 40-seater and 90-seater aircraft domestically, in a move aimed at strengthening regional air connectivity and expanding the country’s aviation manufacturing capabilities. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu confirmed the discussions following a meeting with Czech Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industry and Trade Karel Havlíček. The proposal seeks to combine India’s growing demand for regional air travel with Czech expertise in aircraft manufacturing. The aircraft would serve routes under the UDAN regional connectivity scheme while also targeting international markets.  The proposed collaboration aligns with India’s…

L&T Technology Services (LTTS), an engineering research and development services company, has launched its first AI-Native Engineering Intelligence (EI) Lab for digital manufacturing in India. The facility, inaugurated in Bengaluru on October 12, 2026, will demonstrate how artificial intelligence, digital twins and autonomous systems can work together across manufacturing operations. Built using technologies from NVIDIA and Siemens, the lab aims to demonstrate how AI can support industrial operations, improve productivity and enable more autonomous manufacturing processes. Its focus areas include factory operations, warehouses, distribution networks and supply chains, where AI-powered systems can help automate tasks and improve operational efficiency. The…

Indian security agencies have raised concerns over the proposed entry of Elon Musk-owned SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service, citing challenges related to national security, data protection and regulatory oversight. According to a report by The Times of India, the Union Home and Defence Ministries, along with intelligence agencies, have flagged these concerns before the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communications and Information Technology. The key issue is how India can regulate a satellite internet network whose operations and control are based overseas. One concern is the government’s ability to enforce localised internet shutdowns during law-and-order situations. Satellite-based connectivity could complicate such…

The Adani Group has begun construction of 10,432 rehabilitation homes for eligible Dharavi residents at a 22-acre railway land parcel in Matunga, Mumbai. Adani Enterprises Director Pranav Adani performed the bhoomi poojan ceremony on October 12, marking the start of construction under the Dharavi Redevelopment Project. The project is being implemented by Adani Navbharat Developers Pvt Ltd (ANDPL), the special purpose vehicle established for the redevelopment initiative. The Matunga site will accommodate 10 towers comprising 10,432 rehabilitation apartments and 1,379 commercial and industrial units. Under the in-situ rehabilitation scheme, eligible residents will receive homes measuring 350 square feet. Residents from…

Malayalam actor Naslen has reportedly purchased a luxury Range Rover Sport Autobiography valued at more than ₹2 crore. Images of the actor taking delivery of the new SUV have circulated on social media, drawing attention from fans and film enthusiasts. Range Rover Sport Autobiography: Price and Features According to reports citing CarDekho, the vehicle’s ex-showroom price in Kochi is approximately ₹1.60 crore, while its on-road price is estimated at ₹2.03 crore, including registration charges. The diesel variant reportedly purchased by Naslen is powered by a 2,997 cc engine paired with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. It produces 346 bhp…