The Centre will allocate Rs 1 lakh crore from the Urban Challenge Fund to redevelop cities across India. Union Minister for Power, Housing, and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal Khattar, announced the initiative at the National ULB Conference in Manesar.

Centre Commits Rs 1 Lakh Crore for City Redevelopment

The Centre will allocate Rs 1 lakh crore from the Urban Challenge Fund to redevelop cities across India. Union Minister for Power, Housing, and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal Khattar, announced the initiative at the National ULB Conference in Manesar. He stated that the funds would be used to improve urban infrastructure and living conditions. The […]

Vietnam will ban fossil-fuel motorcycles and mopeds in central Hanoi beginning in July 2026 to reduce air pollution.

Hanoi To Ban Petrol Motorbikes in 2026 Amid Rising Smog Concerns

Vietnam will ban fossil-fuel motorcycles and mopeds in central Hanoi beginning in July 2026 to reduce air pollution. The decision, issued by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, applies to the region within and along the major ring road that surrounds Hanoi’s centre. Local governments are instructed to phase out these two-wheelers before the deadline. Motorcycles […]

Germany has announced plans to create 10% of its economic output from artificial intelligence by 2030. The draft policy is part of the country's larger ambitions to establish a strong presence in the global AI race.

Germany Plans Major AI Push to Boost Economy by 2030

Germany has announced plans to create 10% of its economic output from artificial intelligence by 2030. The draft policy is part of the country’s larger ambitions to establish a strong presence in the global AI race. It seeks to position Germany alongside AI leaders such as China, the United States, and India. The strategy is […]

Saudi Arabia has announced ambitions to considerably expand its transport and logistics network to double its contribution to the Kingdom's GDP.

Saudi Arabia Plans Over 50% Railway Expansion, Airport Capacity Boost

Saudi Arabia has announced ambitions to considerably expand its transport and logistics network to double its contribution to the Kingdom’s GDP. Minister of Transport and Logistics Services Saleh Al-Jasser made the statement during a ministerial session titled “Shaping the Future of Transport: People, Technology, and Policy” at the Global Aviation and Maritime Transport Summit.  The […]

According to official data, India's overall exports, including merchandise and services, rose to an estimated USD 210.31 billion between April and June 2025, up 5.94% from USD 198.52 billion in the same period last year.

India Records USD 210.31 Billion in Exports in April-June 2025

According to official data, India’s overall exports, including merchandise and services, rose to an estimated USD 210.31 billion between April and June 2025, up 5.94% from USD 198.52 billion in the same period last year. Merchandise exports were USD 112.17 billion, up 1.92% from USD 110.06 billion a year earlier. Non-petroleum exports grew by nearly […]

The United States and Thailand have officially implemented their Agreement for Cooperation Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy, widely known as the 123 Agreement.

US-Thailand 123 Agreement on Peaceful Nuclear Energy Enters Force

The United States and Thailand have officially implemented their Agreement for Cooperation Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy, widely known as the 123 Agreement. This is a big step towards increasing civil nuclear cooperation between the two countries. The arrangement is consistent with the US administration’s broader goals of deploying advanced nuclear reactor technologies for […]

Oman's tourism revenues reached $5.5 billion in 2024, reflecting its commitment to diversifying its economy. According to data from the National Centre for Statistics and Information, tourism profits are steadily increasing, reaching 2.12 billion rials in 2024 from 1.75 billion rials in 2018.

Tourism Drives Economic Growth as Oman Records $5.5 Billion Revenue in 2024

Oman’s tourism revenues reached $5.5 billion in 2024, reflecting its commitment to diversifying its economy. According to data from the National Centre for Statistics and Information, tourism profits are steadily increasing, reaching 2.12 billion rials in 2024 from 1.75 billion rials in 2018. The tourism sector’s contribution to GDP increased to 2.7 billion rials. European […]

India's renewable energy capacity has surpassed 227 GW, with a 38-fold growth in solar photovoltaic module manufacturing, said Union Minister Piyush Goyal at the 11th India Energy Storage Week in New Delhi.

India Sets Sights on 500 GW Renewable Target by 2030, Emphasises Storage Tech

India’s renewable energy capacity has surpassed 227 GW, with a 38-fold growth in solar photovoltaic module manufacturing, said Union Minister Piyush Goyal at the 11th India Energy Storage Week in New Delhi. According to Goyal, India will most likely be the first G20 nation to meet its Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement. He […]

Jyothi Surekha Vennam maintained her impressive form at the Archery World Cup Stage 4 in Madrid, leading India to two podium finishes.

Jyothi Surekha Vennam Guides India to Podium Finishes at Archery World Cup Stage 4

Jyothi Surekha Vennam maintained her impressive form at the Archery World Cup Stage 4 in Madrid, leading India to two podium finishes. The women’s compound team won silver, while the mixed team finished third. Jyothi, Parneet Kaur, and 16-year-old rookie Prithika Pradeep led Chinese Taipei 170-169 following the third end of the women’s team final. […]

Shubhanshu Shukla, an Indian astronaut and Group Captain, will return to Earth following an 18-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS).

Shukla Prepares to Head Home After 18 Days on International Space Station

Shubhanshu Shukla, an Indian astronaut and Group Captain, will return to Earth following an 18-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). His homecoming marks a historic feat as he is the first Indian astronaut to visit the International Space Station in 41 years. The undocking from the station is scheduled, with splashdown planned in […]