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The Adani Group has entered a significant partnership with Bhutan’s Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) to jointly develop 5,000 MW of hydropower projects in Bhutan. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in Thimphu by DGPC’s Managing Director, Dasho Chhewang Rinzin, and Adani Green Hydro Ltd’s Chief Operating Officer, Naresh Telgu, in the presence of key figures, including Bhutan’s Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay and Energy Minister Lyonpo Gem Tshering. Expanding Existing Partnership This new MoU expands on their current collaboration on the Wangchhu Hydropower Project, which includes a 570/900 MW project. Under this agreement, DGPC will hold a 51%…

Logistics startup Porter has successfully raised $200 million in its Series F funding round, led by Kedaara Capital and Wellington Management. This funding round brings the company’s valuation to approximately $1.2 billion, marking a significant milestone after entering the unicorn club during its previous funding round. Investment Details and Growth Plans The recent funding round included a combination of primary investment and secondary exits for a few existing shareholders. With this fresh capital, Porter plans to expand its operations in various cities, aiming to cater to millions of MSMEs and create opportunities for over 1 million gig workers. Company Vision…

Shivangi Singh, now 29, is the only woman flying India’s advanced Rafale fighter jets. Her dream began nearly 20 years ago when she first visited the Air Force Museum in New Delhi. That moment, she says, sparked her ambition to become a pilot. Women in Combat Roles Women were first inducted as fighter pilots in the Indian Air Force (IAF) in 2015. Singh is now one among many women officers reflecting India’s evolving defense forces and society. Her journey is also marked by personal milestones—she’s married to a fellow fighter pilot. Breaking Ground with Rafale Singh is the first Indian…

Prashanth Menon, the country head for Tesla in India, has resigned as the chairman of Tesla India’s board after nine years with the company. This announcement comes just as Tesla prepares to launch its cars in India, the third-largest car market in the world. Following his departure, Tesla’s China team will temporarily manage operations in India, with no immediate successor named, as reported by Bloomberg. Tesla is planning to open its first showroom in Mumbai, having signed a lease deal in March 2025. This move signals a revival of the company’s long-awaited India operations. However, Tesla is reportedly awaiting clarity…

In response to Pakistan’s missile attacks targeting Indian cities near the border, India’s defense forces have launched significant retaliatory strikes. Reports indicate that the Indian Navy’s INS Vikrant carried out a powerful strike on Karachi port, inflicting substantial damage on the area’s infrastructure. As tensions intensify, India has launched missile and drone strikes on nine major cities across Pakistan, including Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Sialkot, and Bahawalpur, escalating the conflict. Retaliation and Military Preparedness The latest round of attacks came after Pakistani-origin drones and missiles targeted military stations in Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur, located along India’s international border in Jammu and…

Following India’s retaliatory strikes on terrorist bases in Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack, tensions between the two countries have escalated. In response, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued instructions to both private and government telecom companies to be ready for disaster-level situations. Emphasizing the need for enhanced security measures, the DoT has particularly highlighted the risk of potential cyber attacks targeting telecom networks. The Ministry of Communications has mandated that telecom operators like Airtel, Jio, BSNL, and Vi work together to ensure that network services remain uninterrupted during these critical times. Focus on Border Areas and Infrastructure SafetyAs…

Emirates, FlyDubai, and SpiceJet have issued advisories, notifying passengers about the changes. Emirates Airlines announced the cancellation of flight EK 513 from Dubai to New Delhi, and several other flights were either delayed or cancelled. In total, 13 flights to Pakistan from the UAE, including routes to cities like Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad, were affected. These cancellations included flights operated by Etihad Airways, Pakistan International Airlines, and Air Arabia. Impact on Flights to PakistanPakistan’s closure of its airspace led to Qatar Airways suspending all flights to the country. Passengers have been advised to check with their airlines for the latest…

India has warned Pakistan that it will be held fully responsible for any consequences arising from attacks on Indian critical infrastructure. The statement was issued by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri amid escalating tensions between the two countries. He specifically rejected Pakistan’s allegation that India targeted the Neelum-Jhelum dam in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, calling it baseless. Misri stated that if Pakistan is using such claims to justify targeting similar Indian infrastructure, it will be entirely accountable for the aftermath. The warning was issued in the context of growing threats to vital Indian installations such as power plants and refineries. Meanwhile, reports indicate…

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will become the first Indian to travel to the International Space Station (ISS), marking India’s return to crewed spaceflight since Rakesh Sharma’s 1984 Soviet mission. This journey is part of the Ax-4 mission by US-based Axiom Space in partnership with NASA. SpaceX Dragon Mission from Florida Shukla, one of four astronauts chosen for India’s Gaganyaan mission, will fly aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. The launch, expected in late May or early June 2025, will take place at Kennedy Space Center in Florida using the Falcon-9 rocket. Early Life and Inspiration Born in 1985 in Triveni Nagar,…

Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries had filed a trademark application for the phrase Operation Sindoor on May 7 with the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks. The term, associated with India’s recent military action targeting terror camps in Pakistan, was sought to be registered under Class 41, covering entertainment services. Scope of TrademarkThe application encompassed a wide range of services including audio and video content, digital publications, forums, live or virtual events such as concerts and exhibitions, language instruction, and advisory services. Public Sentiment and Quick BacklashThe phrase Operation Sindoor gained symbolic significance following a retaliatory…