India has accepted a significant defence agreement with France to purchase 26 Rafale Marine combat planes. The Cabinet Committee on Security, led by PM Modi, approved an arrangement worth over ₹63,000 crore.

India Acquires Rafale Marine Fighters for Aircraft Carriers, First Deliveries Expected by 2029

India has accepted a significant defence agreement with France to purchase 26 Rafale Marine combat planes. The Cabinet Committee on Security, led by PM Modi, approved an arrangement worth over ₹63,000 crore. The contract, which was organised through an intergovernmental mechanism, is anticipated to be finalised soon. The Indian Navy will get 22 single-seater jets […]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked people around the world to take part in the 'Navkar Mahamantra Divas,' an event that promotes spiritual oneness and ethical consciousness.

PM Modi Calls for Participation in Navkar Mahamantra Divas Ahead of Mahavir Jayanti

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked people around the world to take part in the ‘Navkar Mahamantra Divas,’ an event that promotes spiritual oneness and ethical consciousness. Participants from 108 countries attended the gathering, which took place on April 9 at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, the day before Mahavir Jayanti. PM Modi addressed the […]

India has offered the UAE its indigenously produced Akash air defence missile system, bolstering bilateral defence ties. The decision is consistent with India's objective to export modern military technology to friendly countries, notably those in the Gulf and ASEAN areas.

Rajnath Singh Pushes ‘Make-in-India’ Defence Exports with Akash Missile Offer to UAE

India has offered the UAE its indigenously produced Akash air defence missile system, bolstering bilateral defence ties. The decision is consistent with India’s objective to export modern military technology to friendly countries, notably those in the Gulf and ASEAN areas. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh made the offer during a high-level meeting with Dubai Crown Prince […]

India has offered the UAE its indigenously produced Akash air defence missile system, bolstering bilateral defence ties. The decision is consistent with India's objective to export modern military technology to friendly countries, notably those in the Gulf and ASEAN areas.

Rajnath Singh Pushes ‘Make-in-India’ Defence Exports with Akash Missile Offer to UAE

India has offered the UAE its indigenously produced Akash air defence missile system, bolstering bilateral defence ties. The decision is consistent with India’s objective to export modern military technology to friendly countries, notably those in the Gulf and ASEAN areas. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh made the offer during a high-level meeting with Dubai Crown Prince […]

The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) has struck a deal with the UAE to develop its first overseas campus in Dubai. This is a significant milestone for IIMA, as it becomes the first Indian Institute of Management to establish a worldwide campus.

IIM Ahmedabad to Launch Dubai Campus, Offering One-Year MBA for Global Market

The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) has struck a deal with the UAE to develop its first overseas campus in Dubai. This is a significant milestone for IIMA, as it becomes the first Indian Institute of Management to establish a worldwide campus. The Dubai campus will provide a full-time, one-year MBA program tailored for […]

Japan’s Railway Sector Embraces 3D Printing for Faster, Cost-Effective Infrastructure

Japan’s Railway Sector Embraces 3D Printing for Faster, Cost-Effective Infrastructure

The West Japan Railway Company opened the world’s first 3D-printed train station in Arida, Wakayama Prefecture. The station’s components were printed abroad and assembled on-site in record time, taking only six hours. This pioneering initiative represents a big step forward in railway infrastructure development. The new facility, Hatsushima Station, replaces an ageing wooden structure built […]

The United Arab Emirates actively participated in the second G20 Sherpa Meeting, which was held virtually from April 3-4. His Excellency Ahmed Al Sayegh, Minister of State and UAE G20 Sherpa, and His Excellency Mahash Al Hameli, UAE Ambassador to South Africa and UAE Sous Sherpa, represented the country during the meetings.

UAE Reaffirms Commitment to Multilateral Cooperation at G20 Forum

The United Arab Emirates actively participated in the second G20 Sherpa Meeting, which was held virtually from April 3-4. His Excellency Ahmed Al Sayegh, Minister of State and UAE G20 Sherpa, and His Excellency Mahash Al Hameli, UAE Ambassador to South Africa and UAE Sous Sherpa, represented the country during the meetings. The summit brought […]

Skywatchers in the UAE will be treated to a celestial spectacle on April 13 when the Pink Micromoon appears in the night sky. This is the fourth full Moon of 2025, meaning the lunar surface is totally illuminated by the Sun.

Pink Micromoon to Illuminate UAE Skies Before Lyrid Meteor Shower

Skywatchers in the UAE will be treated to a celestial spectacle on April 13 when the Pink Micromoon appears in the night sky. This is the fourth full Moon of 2025, meaning the lunar surface is totally illuminated by the Sun. The Pink Moon, despite its name, will not seem pink. It is named after […]

India will introduce incentives this year to encourage the recycling of 24 important minerals, including lithium and cobalt, which are critical to its green energy transition.

Government Sets ₹15 Billion for Mineral Recycling to Boost Green Transition

India will introduce incentives this year to encourage the recycling of 24 important minerals, including lithium and cobalt, which are critical to its green energy transition. The government has selected these minerals as critical to accomplishing clean energy targets and reaching net-zero emissions by 2070. Recycling efforts will receive ₹15 billion as part of a […]

India and the UAE have agreed to strengthen cooperation in defence and coast guard activities. The discussions took place during Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum's visit to India.

India and UAE to Boost Defence and Coast Guard Collaboration

India and the UAE have agreed to strengthen cooperation in defence and coast guard activities. The discussions took place during Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum’s visit to India. His visit is a crucial step towards improving bilateral cooperation in key sectors such as trade, technology, and security. Sheikh Hamdan, the UAE’s […]