The Uttar Pradesh government aims to invest over ₹35,000 crore in solar projects by 2027-28, resulting in a capacity of 22,000 megawatts.

Uttar Pradesh Unveils Major Solar Expansion Plan Worth ₹35,000 Crore

The Uttar Pradesh government aims to invest over ₹35,000 crore in solar projects by 2027-28, resulting in a capacity of 22,000 megawatts. The plan, known as the Solar Energy Policy 2022, aims to expedite the state’s renewable energy adoption and attract large-scale commercial and public investments. The plan calls for the construction of seven solar […]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulates Sanae Takaichi on becoming Japan's first female Prime Minister, expressing hope for more bilateral collaboration.

India–Japan Ties Poised for Stronger Cooperation Under New Leadership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulates Sanae Takaichi on becoming Japan’s first female Prime Minister, expressing hope for more bilateral collaboration. He emphasised the importance of India-Japan relations, claiming that their growing partnership helps significantly to peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region and beyond. In a post on X, Prime Minister Modi expressed his […]

The fifth edition of the bilateral naval exercise Samudra Shakti between India and Indonesia began on October 14 in Visakhapatnam, hosted by the Indian Navy.

Visakhapatnam Hosts Fifth Indo-Indonesian Naval Exercise ‘Samudra Shakti’

The fifth edition of the bilateral naval exercise Samudra Shakti between India and Indonesia began on October 14 in Visakhapatnam, hosted by the Indian Navy. The exercise, which is scheduled for four days, aims to strengthen maritime cooperation and operational interoperability between the two countries. The drills include both professional engagements onshore and operational exercises […]

India and the EU completed their first joint counter-terrorism exercise, which focused on tackling threats posed by unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and improving the security of important infrastructure and soft targets.

Joint Exercise Paves Way for India-EU Counter-UAS Cooperation

India and the EU completed their first joint counter-terrorism exercise, which focused on tackling threats posed by unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and improving the security of important infrastructure and soft targets. The three-day programme, which ended on Wednesday, involved senior officers, instructors, and technical experts from India’s National Security Guard and the EU’s High Risk […]

India's rooftop solar capacity under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana (PMSGY) has reached 4,946 megawatts as of July 2025, a significant milestone in the country's renewable energy mission.

Government Pushes Reforms to Accelerate Rooftop Solar Installations

India’s rooftop solar capacity under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana (PMSGY) has reached 4,946 megawatts as of July 2025, a significant milestone in the country’s renewable energy mission. Over 57.9 lakh households have applied for installation under the initiative, which is supported by ₹9,280 crore subsidies. However, only 22.7% of these have been effectively […]

ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan announced that India presently has 56 satellites in orbit, with plans to triple that number within the next three years.

V. Narayanan Outlines ISRO’s Roadmap for Viksit Bharat 2047

ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan announced that India presently has 56 satellites in orbit, with plans to triple that number within the next three years. Speaking at BIT Mesra’s convocation ceremony, he stated that the organisation aims to raise India among the world’s leading space powers by 2040 through advancements in launchers, satellites, and their applications, […]

India and Saudi Arabia have strengthened their collaboration in the chemicals and petrochemicals sectors following a bilateral meeting between the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers, Government of India, and the Ministry of Industry and Minerals of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Bilateral Meeting Strengthens India–Saudi Arabia Cooperation in the Petrochemical Sector

India and Saudi Arabia have strengthened their collaboration in the chemicals and petrochemicals sectors following a bilateral meeting between the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers, Government of India, and the Ministry of Industry and Minerals of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The meeting aimed to strengthen industrial collaboration, encourage investment, […]

Qatar qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a hard-fought 2-1 win over the UAE in Doha.

Qatar Tops Group A to Book Consecutive World Cup Appearance

Qatar qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a hard-fought 2-1 win over the UAE in Doha. Boualem Khouki and Pedro Miguel’s second-half headers secured the hosts’ position in next year’s finals, which will be hosted in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Khouki opened the scoring four minutes after the restart, heading in […]

The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology has announced a $30 million investment to establish a semiconductor design company in Muscat, a significant step in Oman's ambitions to grow its ICT sector.

Oman Targets Global Tech Market with Strategic Semiconductor Investment

The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology has announced a $30 million investment to establish a semiconductor design company in Muscat, a significant step in Oman’s ambitions to grow its ICT sector. The project aims to create 30 to 100 direct jobs over the next two years, thereby strengthening the country’s presence in advanced […]

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy (DCDE), operating under Dubai Chambers, has unveiled 'Launchpad Dubai', a comprehensive platform aimed at attracting global startups and investors to the emirate.

Indian Startups Among Key Beneficiaries of Dubai’s New ‘Launchpad Dubai’ Platform

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy (DCDE), operating under Dubai Chambers, has unveiled ‘Launchpad Dubai’, a comprehensive platform aimed at attracting global startups and investors to the emirate. The project streamlines market entry, business setup, and expansion processes, while also promoting the city’s goal of becoming a global innovation hub. Launchpad Dubai helps entrepreneurs, including those […]