Addressing the Valedictory Session of the BRICS Heads of Space Agencies (HOSA) Meeting in Bengaluru, Dr. Jitendra Singh said BRICS countries possess the scale, scientific capabilities, technological strengths and industrial capacity required to emerge as a major force in the rapidly expanding global space economy.
During the interaction, Wang said China is prepared to implement the important understanding reached between the leaders of the two countries and deepen mutually beneficial cooperation. He emphasised that India and China, as two of the world’s largest developing countries and major voices of the Global South, have a responsibility to work together in support of stability, development and self-reliance among developing nations.
The two ministers reviewed the broad range of cooperation between India and South Korea. Their discussions covered political engagement, shipbuilding, trade, investment, defence, technology, clean energy, culture and people-to-people exchanges. The talks also explored emerging areas such as startups, fintech and cooperation in multilateral platforms.
The new bulletin system has been designed to assess how the developing El Niño event may affect the Indian Ocean region and the sectors that depend directly on ocean conditions. According to the first bulletin, the present El Niño phase is continuing to develop and is expected to reach its peak during the winter period from November 2026 to January 2027. Its influence is likely to keep sea surface temperatures in the Indian Ocean above normal levels until April or May 2027.
The Sanskrit name Karpura refers to camphor, traditionally obtained from the camphor tree, botanically known as Cinnamomum camphora. In Indian homes, it is often called Karpooram, Kapur, Karpuram or Pachai Karpooram, depending on language and region. Ayurveda values Karpura for its strong aroma, subtle action, cooling impression, lightness and ability to awaken the senses. It belongs to the group of substances where even a tiny quantity carries powerful influence.
The export batch includes the India-spec version of the Duster, which carries several design differences compared with the global model. These include Duster lettering on the front grille, revised headlamps, updated tail-lamps and different alloy wheels. A limited-run Iconic Launch Edition, featuring special exterior and interior design touches, is also part of the initial shipment.
The coming years will be important for Indian textile exporters. A recovery in Western demand, reduced dependence on China by global retailers and improved access to overseas markets can create a strong export opportunity. To fully benefit, Indian firms will need to focus on speed, quality, sustainability, technology adoption and product innovation.
The B28 trainset is especially significant because it represents India’s move towards domestic capability in high-speed rolling stock. BEML was awarded the contract by the Integral Coach Factory to design, manufacture and commission two high-speed trainsets. The project is valued at around ₹866.87 crore and is being seen as a foundation for future indigenous high-speed rail development.
The agreement was signed by Lieutenant General Harsh Chhibber, Director General Information Systems, and Rajendran Dandapani, Director of Engineering at Zoho Corporation. The signing ceremony was witnessed by General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff, and Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu.
The diamonds were found in the Saraipali area of Mahasamund during exploration being carried out by NMDC-CMDC Limited, a joint venture between National Mineral Development Corporation and Chhattisgarh Mineral Development Corporation. Officials said the recovery confirms the presence of diamond minerals in the block and provides a strong basis for further geological investigation.
