the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) and the CSIR–National Physical Laboratory (CSIR-NPL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a collaborative framework for joint research and innovation. C-DOT, India’s premier telecom R&D institution under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT),
continues to lead innovation in telecommunications, including switching systems, network protocols, IoT, M2M, wireless and quantum communications. CSIR-NPL, the National Metrology Institute (NMI) of India, is the custodian of national standards and has a rich legacy of conducting cutting-edge research in metrology, materials, and environmental sciences.
The primary objective of the agreement is to establish a long-term collaborative framework to support research, development, standardization, and delivery of next-generation communication technologies. C-DOT brings deep expertise in network protocols, IoT, software applications, and quantum communications,
while CSIR-NPL contributes unmatched capabilities in scientific measurement, standardization, and traceability to SI units, creating a powerful synergy.
In addition to joint R&D, the MoU promotes academic exchange and knowledge sharing through guest lectures, workshops, seminars, and collaborative teaching initiatives.
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi approved expansion of academic and infrastructure capacity (Phase-`B' construction) of five new IlTs which had been established in the States/UT of Andhra Pradesh (IIT Tirupati), Kerala (IIT Palakkad), Chhattisgarh (IIT Bhilai), Jammu & Kashmir (IIT Jammu) and Karnataka (IIT Dharwad).
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has approved grant of fresh coal linkages to Thermal Power Plants of Central Sector/State Sector/ Independent Power Producers (IPPs). Following two windows have been proposed under the Revised SHAKTI policy:
Coal Linkage to Central Gencos/States at Notified price: Window–I
Coal Linkage to all Gencos at a Premium above Notified price: Window–II
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), under the Ministry of Ayush, has revived two rare and significant Ayurvedic manuscripts—Dravyaratnākara Nighaṇṭu and Dravyanamākara Nighaṇṭu.
The publications are unveiled during an event organised by the RRAP Central Ayurveda Research Institute in Mumbai.
Indian Naval Ship INS Kiltan arrived in Singapore to participate in IMDEX Asia 2025 at the Changi Exhibition Centre.
The visit is part of the Indian Navy’s operational deployment and underscores the robust maritime partnership between India and Singapore.
During the stay, the ships’ crew will engage in a series of bilateral/ multilateral activities, including professional exchanges with the Republic of Singapore Navy and other participating navies of IMDEX Asia 2025.
These engagements aim to strengthen naval cooperation, enhance interoperability, and promote mutual understanding between the two navies.
The visit highlights the Indian Navy’s commitment to regional security, stability, and the longstanding friendship between the two maritime partners India and Singapore.
Union Minister of Coal and Mines,Shri. G Kishan Reddy launched a dedicated Non-Ferrous Metal Recycling Website and Stakeholders' Portal.
The initiative aims to promote a structured, transparent, and sustainable recycling ecosystem in India.
Developed under the implementation guidelines of the National Non-Ferrous Metal Scrap Recycling Framework,
the platform is designed to bring together key stakeholders, improve data visibility, and support evidence-based policymaking in the recycling of aluminium, copper, lead, zinc, and critical elements.
Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) has introduced its latest solution for fraud prevention in India with the launch of the Convego SecureCode payment card. This innovative card is designed to provide banks and financial institutions with a robust tool to combat fraudulent transactions, while also enhancing security and user experience for cardholders.
Card-not-present (CNP) fraud remains a significant challenge, accounting for about 70% of all fraudulent credit card activities. Criminals exploit stolen card information to make unauthorised transactions, especially in e-commerce and online payments, where the physical card is not required.
Traditional payment cards use a static three-digit security code- CVV, CVC, or CID- printed on the back of the card, which remains the same for every transaction. If card details are exposed in a data breach, this static code can be easily misused.
The Convego SecureCode card preserves the ease of use that consumers expect, requiring no additional apps, plug-ins, batteries, or specialised devices. Its battery-free EMV module extends the card’s lifespan, setting it apart from other solutions that rely on battery-powered components. This ensures a frictionless experience for both cardholders and merchants.
the Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the National Scheme for Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Upgradation and the Setting up of five (5) National Centres of Excellence for Skilling as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
Argentina 1978 World Cup winner Luis Galván died at the age of 77.
He is remembered as a legend at Córdoba’s Talleres, where he spent the majority of his career, making a record 503 appearances for the club.
He was first selected to play for Argentina in 1975, under head coach César Luis Menotti.
Three years later he helped his country win its first World Cup.
He went on to play in the 1982 World Cup, also under Menotti.
After his retirement, he went on to work at Talleres for over 20 years, as director of the club’s football schools and with the women’s football teams.
Moody's Ratings cut India's GDP growth projections for 2025 to 6.3 per cent, from 6.5 per cent, saying economies globally will see a slowdown on account of heightened US policy uncertainty and trade restrictions.
Moody's cut India's growth projections to 6.3 per cent for 2025 calendar year, but retained it at 6.5 per cent for 2026.
This compares with a 6.7 per cent growth in 2024. Moody's expects the Reserve Bank of India to lower benchmark policy rates further to support growth.
Moody's lowered GDP growth projections for the US to 1 per cent in 2025 and 1.5 per cent in 2026 from 2 per cent and 1.8 per cent. That compares with growth of 2.8 per cent in 2024.