This development shows how India’s biological wealth is gradually being integrated into a structured conservation-linked economic model. The ABS mechanism ensures that industries using biological resources and associated traditional knowledge contribute back to the communities, farmers, Biodiversity Management Committees and knowledge holders connected to those resources.
PRAGATI stands for Partnership of Regional Armies for Growth and Transformation in the Indian Ocean Region. The 2026 edition brought together more than 400 troops from India, Bhutan, Cambodia, Malaysia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Philippines, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Indonesia and Laos. The closing event was attended by six Vice Chiefs and over 40 senior military officials from the 13 participating friendly foreign countries, with Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, Vice Chief of the Army Staff, hosting the dignitaries.
In artillery, the barrel is one of the most demanding components of the entire gun system. It must withstand chamber pressure, recoil shock, thermal stress, propellant gas erosion, projectile friction, vibration, repeated firing cycles and battlefield handling. Making such a component lighter while preserving safety, accuracy and barrel life is a major materials-engineering challenge.
The copper plate also reveals the prestige of the temple in the Chera period. A royal presence in a temple-related resolution shows that Vazhappally was part of a wider political network. The temple was not standing outside history; it was inside the machinery of early Kerala society. The king, local elites, Brahmin authorities and temple functionaries all appear in the background of this sacred institution. Through Vazhappally, one can see how the temple became a centre of order, memory, economy and legitimacy.
This rise is significant because data centres are no longer back-end technology assets hidden behind the digital economy. They are now the physical backbone of artificial intelligence, cloud platforms, digital payments, online education, telemedicine, streaming, gaming, cybersecurity, government platforms, enterprise software and real-time analytics. Every AI query, video call, payment transaction, hospital record, logistics update and digital document depends on servers, power systems, cooling infrastructure, fibre connectivity and secure facilities working continuously in the background.
This improvement matters because India’s aviation sector is moving through a period of rapid expansion. Domestic passenger traffic, which averaged below 2 lakh passengers per day in 2014, has crossed the 5-lakh daily mark on several occasions in recent years. With annual airport passenger traffic projected to reach nearly 50 crore by 2030 and about 100 crore by 2040, digital systems such as Digi Yatra are becoming essential for managing future airport congestion and passenger flow.
The launch is significant because the North East has long carried strong educational aspirations, high literacy levels and a young population eager for better professional opportunities. Mizoram, in particular, has the advantage of a literate and disciplined youth base. A technology skills centre can help convert that social strength into employability, innovation and entrepreneurship.
In FY26, India exported 344.2 thousand tonnes of sweet biscuits, showing the rising acceptance of Indian processed food products across global markets. This is more than a food export statistic. It reflects the ability of Indian manufacturers to serve mass consumer markets with affordable, shelf-stable and familiar products that travel well across geographies.
The post-Covid recovery of small businesses has moved through three clear stages. The first was survival, when firms tried to manage lockdown damage, weak cash flows and broken supply chains. The second was repair, when demand returned and businesses rebuilt working capital. The third stage, now visible in 2025, is expansion. Many enterprises are investing again, hiring cautiously, adopting digital tools and preparing for higher demand in 2026. The survey’s finding that 87% of Indian small businesses expect to grow in 2026 shows that confidence has moved beyond short-term recovery and entered a forward-looking phase.
s. India is not merely discussing trade tariffs, defence agreements or technology partnerships in isolation. It is often negotiating while handling a hostile Pakistan front, cross-border terrorism, diplomatic messaging from Washington, Western commentary on domestic issues, and sometimes social-media controversies that affect the political mood at home.
