Abu Dhabi has launched its first battery-swapping station for electric motorbikes, a joint initiative by ADNOC Distribution and Terra Tech Ltd. 

Abu Dhabi Accelerates E-Mobility Drive with First Battery-Swap Facility

Abu Dhabi has launched its first battery-swapping station for electric motorbikes, a joint initiative by ADNOC Distribution and Terra Tech Ltd.  The project is a significant step towards promoting the emirate’s clean mobility and sustainability goals. The new facility, which is located at one of ADNOC’s premier service stations, enables riders to swap depleted batteries […]

Dubai's real estate market set a record in the third quarter of 2025, with sales of AED170.7 billion ($46.5 billion). During this period, the Dubai Land Department and DXBinteract certified 59,228 property transactions, representing a 17.2% increase in volume and 19.9% increase in value over the previous year.

Record-Breaking Quarter for Dubai’s Property Sector as Sales Surge 20%

Dubai’s real estate market set a record in the third quarter of 2025, with sales of AED170.7 billion ($46.5 billion). During this period, the Dubai Land Department and DXBinteract certified 59,228 property transactions, representing a 17.2% increase in volume and 19.9% increase in value over the previous year. From January to September 2025, Dubai had […]

Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability Affairs, represented the UAE at the World Green Economy Summit (WGES) 2025 in Dubai, participating in two Ministerial sessions highlighting the country's leadership in climate and water sustainability.

World Green Economy Summit 2025 Sees UAE Push for Accelerated Climate Action

Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability Affairs, represented the UAE at the World Green Economy Summit (WGES) 2025 in Dubai, participating in two Ministerial sessions highlighting the country’s leadership in climate and water sustainability. His involvement contributes to the UAE’s attempts to build momentum ahead of COP30 and the 2026 […]

The 'New Strategic EU-India Agenda' has been formally approved by the European Council, reaffirming the EU's commitment to deepening its political, economic, and strategic engagement with India.

New Strategic Agenda Marks Fresh Momentum in EU-India Partnership

The ‘New Strategic EU-India Agenda’ has been formally approved by the European Council, reaffirming the EU’s commitment to deepening its political, economic, and strategic engagement with India. The decision, issued in Brussels, follows the European Commission’s previous communication detailing the new framework for cooperation. The Council praised the agenda’s “strong impetus” for EU-India relations and […]

The state-run NTPC Limited announced the start of commercial operations for a 38-megawatt (MW) solar power plant in Gujarat.

NTPC Expands Renewable Portfolio with New 38-MW Solar Unit

The state-run NTPC Limited announced the start of commercial operations for a 38-megawatt (MW) solar power plant in Gujarat. The project is another milestone in the company’s expanding renewable energy portfolio. According to NTPC, the 38-MW capacity is part of the 300-MW Khavda Solar Energy Project being implemented by NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NREL), a […]

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 […]