With rapid growth across passenger volumes, non-aeronautical revenue streams and airport capacity expansion plans, Adani Airports is preparing for a potential initial public offering (IPO) or demerger of its airport business. Industry reports suggest a listing could happen between 2027 and 2030, depending on market conditions and financial readiness. The company is forecasting a major ₹1 lakh crore investment over the next five years to upgrade terminals, enhance passenger capacity and develop commercial spaces across its airport portfolio.

Adani’s airport strategy focuses on scaling operations, improving infrastructure and leveraging India’s booming aviation market, which is poised for strong long-term growth due to rising incomes, urbanisation and broader connectivity initiatives. 

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The revamp also incorporates a polyolefin-based recycle-ready structure designed to improve post-consumer waste outcomes, reflecting a greater focus on sustainability. The refreshed packs will roll out nationwide starting the first week of March.

To support the brand refresh, Lay’s will launch a new campaign titled “Lay’s ke liye kuchh bhi” (anything for Lay’s) featuring brand ambassador Ranbir Kapoor, celebrating the emotional connection consumers have with the snack. The campaign will run across television, digital, OTT and social platforms.

The new identity underscores Lay’s enduring relationship with over 27,000 Indian potato farmers and aims to combine the classic joyful experience of snacking with a modern, quality-first visual appeal.

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In his letter, Modi congratulated Rahman on his electoral victory and assumption of office, noting that the result reflects the trust the people of Bangladesh have placed in his leadership. Modi highlighted the deep-rooted friendship between India and Bangladesh, based on shared history, cultural ties and aspirations for peace and prosperity.

The invitation underscores New Delhi’s intent to deepen bilateral cooperation across areas including connectivity, trade, technology, education, skills development, energy, healthcare, and people-to-people exchanges. Modi emphasized that both countries, as fast-growing economies with shared developmental priorities, can work together to promote regional cooperation and mutual prosperity.

The gesture comes at a pivotal moment in India-Bangladesh relations, with Rahman’s government marking a new political chapter in Dhaka after a decisive electoral mandate. India’s engagement through high-level diplomatic outreach signals a readiness to collaborate closely with Bangladesh under its new leadership.

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Native species of trees and plants, including Neem, Karanj, Mahua, Palash, Bottle Brush, Jamun, and Siris, will be planted.

Bees and other pollinators are essential for healthy ecosystems and agricultural productivity, playing a crucial role in the reproduction of flowering plants and crops. However, pollinator populations have been declining globally due to habitat loss, pesticide use and climate pressures. By creating dedicated ecological corridors alongside transport infrastructure, NHAI hopes to enhance urban and rural biodiversity while contributing to environmental sustainability goals.

Experts say such green buffers can also improve roadside aesthetics, reduce dust and noise, and support overall ecosystem services. The bee corridor pilot is expected to be implemented on select national highways initially, with plans for scaling up based on early results. NHAI’s effort reflects a growing recognition of infrastructure development that harmonises ecological conservation with national growth objectives.

If successful, the model could serve as a blueprint for integrating pollinator-friendly landscapes into other infrastructure projects across India.

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The MoU was signed during the visit of Emmanuel Macron, highlighting the growing India–France strategic partnership and aligning it with the broader IMEC and India–EU trade vision.

The partnership proposes the creation of an IMEC Ports Club to improve coordination among key ports along the corridor, completing the India–EU trade pathway under IMEC.

Launched at the Narendra Modi-hosted G20 Summit in New Delhi, IMEC is a 6,000-km multimodal connectivity initiative linking India and Europe through maritime routes, rail, digital systems and clean-energy networks.

On the eastern gateway of IMEC, APSEZ’s ports at Mundra and Hazira serve as multimodal logistics hubs. Marseille Fos strengthens the western European gateway, adding around 70 million tonnes of capacity and extending the corridor deeper into Europe.

The collaboration will focus on promoting IMEC as a secure and sustainable trade route, advancing port digitalisation and smart-port systems, enhancing cybersecurity and data interoperability, developing alternative fuels and low-carbon bunkering, and establishing a Mundra–Marseille Green Maritime Corridor.

APSEZ, which handles about 28% of India’s total port volumes with a capacity of 633 million tonnes per annum, aims to scale up to 1 billion tonnes by 2030, reinforcing its position as a key player in global logistics and integrated transport infrastructure.

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The boat station now operates entirely on solar energy generated through rooftop photovoltaic panels installed at the facility. The system produces sufficient electricity to meet the station’s daily power requirements, effectively making it energy neutral. Any surplus power generated can be fed back into the grid, enhancing overall efficiency.

The initiative aligns with Kerala’s broader push toward renewable energy adoption and green mobility solutions. By reducing dependence on conventional electricity sources, the project lowers operational costs and significantly cuts carbon emissions associated with public transport infrastructure.

Vaikom’s achievement demonstrates how decentralised solar solutions can be integrated into transport hubs, especially in coastal and inland waterway regions. The model is expected to inspire similar renewable-powered upgrades at boat terminals and transport nodes across the country.

With this milestone, Vaikom sets a precedent for combining clean energy with sustainable mobility, reinforcing India’s transition toward environmentally responsible infrastructure development.

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Both leaders described the India–France relationship as a “force for global stability” at a time of geopolitical volatility. The talks focused on strengthening cooperation in defence manufacturing, advanced military platforms and joint production initiatives, reinforcing France’s role as one of India’s key strategic defence partners.

In the energy sector, both sides reaffirmed collaboration in civil nuclear energy, renewable power and green hydrogen development. Discussions also covered resilient supply chains, critical minerals and climate commitments, reflecting a shared emphasis on sustainable growth.

A major announcement came in the education sector, with France easing visa rules for Indian students and reiterating its target of hosting 30,000 Indian students by 2030. The move is expected to deepen academic exchanges and boost talent mobility between the two countries.

Technology and innovation featured prominently in the discussions, including cooperation in artificial intelligence, space research and digital public infrastructure. The two countries are exploring stronger partnerships in semiconductor ecosystems and emerging technologies to reduce dependency on concentrated supply chains.

The leaders also exchanged views on regional and global issues, emphasising support for a free, open and rules-based Indo-Pacific region.

With expanding collaboration across strategic sectors, the India–France partnership is positioning itself as a long-term pillar of stability, innovation and shared economic growth.

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The Detailed Project Report (DPR) is on track to be completed by February 28, after which authorities will finalise the first routes and implementation strategy. Plans include six to eight waterways corridors across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), with two key city sectors likely to be prioritised for the initial phase.

Potential initial routes are expected to link major coastal hubs such as Nariman Point, Worli, Bandra, Juhu and Versova, boosting connectivity for daily commuters and easing pressure on existing road and rail networks. In addition, a proposed Radio Club jetty near the Gateway of India could provide a direct water link to Navi Mumbai International Airport, potentially reducing travel time to around 40 minutes once terminals and infrastructure are in place.Modeled after the successful Kochi Water Metro in Kerala, Mumbai’s version emphasises sustainability with electric vessels designed for efficient, low-emission operations. Final route alignments, funding details and phase-wise rollout plans will be announced following DPR approval and budget discussions expected in early March.

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In its first phase, Bharat-VISTAAR will operate in Hindi and English, reaching lakhs of farmers across states including Maharashtra, Bihar, and Gujarat. Built as a voice-first AI, it allows even farmers using basic feature phones to access services simply by calling the helpline at 155261. The platform also includes voice input-output, a website and mobile site chatbot, and will eventually launch an Android app.

Bharat-VISTAAR addresses several challenges farmers face today. Information on government schemes is often scattered, making it difficult to determine eligibility, apply, track benefits, or resolve complaints. Weather updates, market rates, insurance, and soil health data are similarly fragmented. By consolidating all this information into a single, reliable source, the platform removes the need for farmers to visit multiple offices, websites, or rely on intermediaries.

Designed as a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for AI in agriculture—similar to how UPI works for payments—Bharat-VISTAAR integrates central, state, and cooperative systems to deliver personalized, science-based advice. It operates 24/7 as a “Digital Agriculture Expert” through two main channels: a text-based chatbot and a speaking AI assistant called ‘Bharati,’ which can converse in simple language and multiple voices.

Farmers can access ‘Bharati’ via three ways: a mobile app on Google Play Store, a web interface available on the Ministry of Agriculture site and popular apps like PM-KISAN and PMFBY, or by calling 155261, even on basic phones.

At launch, Bharat-VISTAAR provides information on 10 major central schemes, including PM-KISAN, PMFBY, Soil Health Card, Modified Interest Subvention, Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanisation, Per Drop More Crop, PM Krishi Sinchayee Yojana, PM Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan, Agriculture Infrastructure Fund, and Kisan Credit Card. It also enables benefit status checks, complaint registration and tracking, crop and livestock advice, pest and disease alerts, real-time weather forecasts from IMD, market prices from Agmarknet, and weather-based agricultural guidance. State and cooperative AI systems like Maharashtra’s MahaVistaar, Bihar’s BiharKrishi, and Gujarat’s AmulAI are integrated for localized support.

Language support at launch includes English and Hindi for the chatbot and ‘Bharati,’ Marathi for Maharashtra farmers via Vasudha, Gujarati for Gujarat farmers through AmulAI’s Sarlaben, and Hindi for Bihar farmers through the BiharKrishi app.

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The RVNL-led joint venture plans to manufacture 120 Vande Bharat Sleeper trainsets, each consisting of 16 coaches, bringing the total coach production to 1,920 units. “Vande Bharat is a prestigious project for both us and Indian Railways. Our immediate milestone is to deliver the prototype to the railways, and we are confident of achieving this by June 2026,” Ahmad added.

The contract for manufacturing the Vande Bharat Sleeper trains has been awarded to three groups: BEML, Kinet Railway Solutions—a joint venture between Russian rolling stock major TMH and RVNL—and a consortium of Titagarh Rail Systems Limited and Bharat Heavy Engineering Limited (BHEL).

The Howrah-Kamakhya-Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper train, launched in January 2026, was developed by BEML using technology from the Chennai-based Integral Coach Factory (ICF).

In October 2025, Kinet Railway Solutions unveiled the design for the First AC coach of the Vande Bharat Sleeper train. The four-berth First AC compartment features a bright, spacious interior with enhanced privacy, easy access to upper berths via a staircase, and modern amenities including built-in USB ports, individual reading lights, and smart storage solutions to improve passenger comfort.

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