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As North Korean and Chinese threats rise, US looks to lock in defense partnerships with Asian allies
The United States concluded its inaugural multidomain exercise with Japan and South Korea in the East China Sea, marking a milestone in strengthening regional security alliances. Dubbed Freedom Edge, the exercise focused on enhancing joint capabilities in missile defense, anti-submarine warfare, and surveillance amid escalating threats from North Korea and China. Despite geopolitical tensions, the drills aimed to foster interoperability among allied forces, crucial for coordinated responses to regional challenges. The exercises underscore efforts by the Biden administration to solidify partnerships amidst growing military dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region.
IIT Delhi alumnus sparks debate with "grinding hard to get into IIT pointless, not worth it" statement
An alumni of the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) recently stirred up a heated debate on X by questioning the value of striving hard to get into IITs. His remarks, sparked by watching the third season of Kota Factory on Netflix, have ignited widespread discussion about the significance of academic rigor and its impact on students' lives beyond graduation.
President Murmu addresses joint session of Parliament: Key highlights
President Droupadi Murmu addressed the joint session of Parliament on Thursday, congratulating new MPs and emphasizing the mandate given to the Modi government for a third term. She also praised the high voter turnout in Jammu and Kashmir and lauded the Election Commission's efforts.
Hyperscalers host EkStep digital public goods, build AI bot
Tech giants Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Google Cloud are providing cloud storage and services to make the digital public goods (DPGs) created by non-profit EkStep Foundation available online. They are also collaborating to develop an AI-based virtual assistant for the foundation.
Volkswagen's $5 billion investment in Rivian boosts EV maker's shares
Rivian secures vital funding through Volkswagen's investment, enabling the launch of new EV models. The partnership signifies a significant step towards technological advancement and financial sustainability in the competitive electric vehicle market.
Certification to be must for road expansion joints
Road transport and highways ministry will soon mandate road contractors to certify all expansion joints on bridges and roads. This new requirement aims to prevent mishaps from the premature failure or deterioration of joints, which could lead to accidents.
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Joint meeting held between Assam and Manipur district administrations after violence in Jiribam
Joint meeting held between Assam's Cachar district administration and Manipur's Jiribam district administration at Jirighat police station to discuss peace measures. Cachar plans house-to-house survey in border villages.
US military looks for West Africa 'Plan B' after Niger ousting
Air Force General C.Q. Brown, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is visiting Africa to explore options for maintaining a U.S. presence in West Africa after Niger decided to expel the U.S. military in favor of partnering with Russia. Brown mentioned opportunities to work with countries in West Africa to possibly relocate capabilities from Niger to other locations. However, replicating the U.S. counter-terrorism presence in Niger seems unlikely. The changing political landscape in the region, with several coups, presents challenges for U.S. strategy. The U.S. is evaluating its goals and relationships in the region amid these changes.
India, Bangladesh reiterate commitment to free, open, inclusive, secure and rules-based Indo-Pacific
India and Bangladesh have reaffirmed their commitment to a free, open, and rules-based Indo-Pacific region. They will co-lead the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management pillar of the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI). The joint statement from Prime Ministers Modi and Hasina emphasized cooperation on disaster resilience, climate impact mitigation, and regional integration under BIMSTEC, SAARC, and IORA. They plan to enhance trade, investment, and connectivity, negotiate a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), and strengthen defense ties.
Daibiru creates Gift City fund with Hines, invests Rs 1,000 crore in Gurgaon building
Daibiru Corporation, a subsidiary of Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, has invested Rs 1,000 crore in an upcoming office complex in Gurgaon developed by DLF and Hines. This investment facilitated the exit of Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), with Hines holding a 33% stake in the joint venture. The project, named Atrium Place, spans 2.88 million square feet across 11.76 acres and is slated for completion in 2025.
NDA focuses on president's address, floor unity; speaker's name to be announced soon
The BJP is preparing for the upcoming Parliament session by conducting consensus-building exercises with its allies for the President's address. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is leading these efforts, organizing meetings with NDA constituents to coordinate better and ensure unity in parliamentary proceedings. Discussions at these meetings, held at Singh's residence, focused on aligning NDA allies on the content of the President's address and enhancing floor coordination to present a cohesive front against the Opposition.
Green buildings market in India to reach $39 billion by 2025
Startups specializing in smart home solutions are expected to see substantial growth during this period, according to a joint report by by Resurgent India and NAREDCO.
Putin ratifies plan to jointly build lunar base with China
Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved a plan to jointly build the International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) with China. The ILRS will include sections on the lunar surface, lunar orbit, and Earth, built in two phases. The first phase aims to establish a basic station by 2035, with expansion completed by 2045. Twelve countries and international organizations have joined the initiative. The project follows Russia and China's 2021 agreement and involves ambitious lunar missions starting in 2026.
JSW Energy begins construction of 1 GWh battery energy storage project in Rajasthan
The project will be developed under a Build Own Operate and Transfer (BOOT) mechanism and will be transferred to the off-taker after 12 years, the company said, adding that it had bagged the project from Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) recently.
Uno Minda ties up with Chinese firm for production of EV components
Uno Minda has partnered with Suzhou Inovance Automotive Co to manufacture electric vehicle components, including charging control units, inverters, motors, and electric drive systems for passenger and commercial vehicles. The company plans to expand its electric four-wheeler portfolio and potentially establish a joint venture with Suzhou. Inovance, founded in 2003, specializes in providing products for rail transit and new-energy vehicles.
US flies B-1B bomber for first precision bomb drill in 7 years as tensions simmer with North Korea
The United States conducted a precision-guided bombing drill with South Korea, flying a B-1B bomber over the Korean Peninsula for the first time in seven years. This exercise, seen as a show of force against North Korea, included other advanced U.S. and South Korean fighter jets. The drill aimed to demonstrate the U.S. security commitment to South Korea and strengthen joint defense posture. North Korea has recently engaged in provocative actions, including launching rockets and floating balloons carrying trash toward South Korea.
US trying to build Asia-Pacific version of NATO: Chinese defence official
A Chinese defense official criticizes the US' attempt to build an Asia-Pacific version of NATO through its Indo-Pacific strategy, calling it doomed to fail due to selfish geopolitical interests.
Very strong relations with India; co-producing armored vehicles: US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin at Shangri La Dialogue
At the Shangri La Dialogue in Singapore, US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin praised the strong US-India relationship. He talked about advancements in co-producing armoured vehicles and fighter jet engines. He emphasised the shared values between the two nations and predicted continued progress and momentum in the partnership. The strong ties are important for the two countries amid trouble in the Indo-Pacific region.
Renault, Geely create joint venture for hybrid, combustion engines
Renault and Geely's joint venture, HORSE Powertrain, aims to develop combustion and hybrid engines, bolstering competitiveness and addressing decarbonization challenges. With anticipated annual revenue of 15 billion euros and a production target of five million units. The venture, led by Matias Giannini as CEO and Daniel Li as chairman, signifies both companies' strategic partnership efforts.
ONGC to form an equal JV with EverEnviro to build 10 CBG plants
Oil and Natural Gas Corp (ONGC) and EverEnviro Resource Management Pvt Ltd are joining forces to construct 10 compressed biogas (CBG) plants, leveraging various feedstocks to reduce CO2 emissions by 7.5 lakh tons annually. ONGC, transitioning into the renewables sector, plans to establish solar, wind, and biofuel facilities alongside acquiring renewable projects. This strategic partnership signifies a pivotal step towards advancing renewable energy production in India.
North Korea flies trash balloons over the South as leader Kim doubles down on satellite ambitions
North Korea launched hundreds of trash-filled balloons into South Korea, prompting chemical and explosive response teams to recover the debris. This act follows North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's push to overcome a failed satellite launch and develop reconnaissance capabilities. Kim criticized South Korea's military exercises and warned of "stern" actions.
China unveils gun-totting robot dog that can conduct reconnaissance, identify targets and fire. Details here
In a joint exercise with Cambodia, China unveiled its robot dog which performed many military tasks. These exercises are set to conclude on Thursday.
North Korea says its latest satellite launch exploded in flight
North Korea's attempt to launch a new military reconnaissance satellite ended in failure on Monday when a newly developed rocket engine exploded in flight. The launch came just hours after Pyongyang issued a warning that it would try to launch a satellite by June 4. The launch became the nuclear-armed North's latest failure, following two other fiery crashes last year. It successfully placed its first spy satellite in orbit in November.
India and Japan commit to bolster health cooperation
India and Japan have agreed to enhance health cooperation by expanding collaborative efforts into new areas such as digital health and artificial intelligence during the 77th WHA meeting in Geneva. The move aims to address challenges posed by an ageing population and lifestyle diseases. The focus will be on improving health outcomes. The nations will strengthen their nursing training programme to offer valuable career prospects for Indian professionals.
NASA will soon provide advanced training to Indian astronauts: Eric Garcetti
The day-long event in Bengaluru garnered participation from senior officials from both the US and Indian governments, including Garcetti, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Dr. Somanath. S, representatives from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and the Government of India, as well as prominent leaders from the commercial space industry, industry stakeholders, venture capitalists, and market analysts.
Philippines opens coast guard post after China build-up
The Philippines opens a coast guard post in the far north to enhance security amid China's military build-up near Taiwan. The outpost aims to gather maritime data and intelligence to address threats like illicit trade and foreign intrusions.
China says drills around Taiwan test 'seizure of power' capability
On Friday, China announced that its ongoing military drills encircling Taiwan were intended to test the ability to seize control of the self-ruled island. These exercises, codenamed "Joint Sword-2024A," follow the inauguration of Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te, whose pro-independence stance Beijing strongly opposes. The two-day drills involve naval vessels and military aircraft and are part of China's increasing military intimidation of Taiwan. The United Nations and the United States have called for restraint, while Beijing has vowed to severely punish "Taiwan independence" forces.
Shriram Properties signs JDA for a 4-acre land in Bengaluru
Shriram Properties Limited (SPL) has inked a joint development agreement for a 4-acre land parcel in Yelahanka, Bengaluru. The project, slated for completion in three years, will feature 270 apartments spanning 3.8 lakh square feet, with an estimated revenue surpassing Rs 250 crore. SPL aims to launch the project in the first half of the fiscal year.
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