Global motion tech major reinforces Atmanirbhar Bharat push with advanced bearings, condition monitoring, and localisation investments. Schaeffler India, a leading motion technology company, is showcasing its latest portfolio of advanced bearing systems and industrial innovations for the railway sector at the 15th International Railway Equipment Exhibition (IREE) 2025, held from October 15-17 at Pragati...
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IREE 2025: Vaishnaw Unveils Bold 7,000-km High-Speed Rail Vision to Power Viksit Bharat
The Railway Minister’s announcement signals a dramatic scale-up of India’s high-speed rail ambitions—extending far beyond the 508-km Mumbai–Ahmedabad bullet train corridor. Under the National Rail Plan, 11 corridors have been identified for phased development, with dedicated passenger lines now central to India’s transport strategy. In one of the most ambitious initiatives to be undertaken by...
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IREE 2025: Siemens Unveils Next-Gen Rail Technologies to Drive India’s Mobility Transformation
Live demos of signalling, electrification, rolling stock and digital rail solutions reinforce Siemens’ 70-year partnership with Indian Railways Siemens Ltd, the technology-led mobility solutions company, is showcasing its integrated portfolio of advanced rail technologies, infrastructure systems and digital innovations at the 16th International Railway Equipment Exhibition (IREE) 2025. Held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, IREE...
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Sonowal Unveils Eight Maritime Projects to Mark New Mangalore Port’s Golden Jubilee
Cruise terminal, hospital, and green infrastructure anchor NMPA’s transformation into a smart, sustainable gateway. Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal launched eight major infrastructure projects for the New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA) in New Delhi on Wednesday, marking the port’s golden jubilee celebrations. The initiatives include a state-of-the-art cruise terminal, modern covered...
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Air India Adds 174 Weekly Flights Across Domestic and Southeast Asia Routes for Winter 2025
The national flag carrier’s expanded schedule includes new Rajasthan routes and increased frequencies to Bali and Kuala Lumpur. Air India has announced a significant expansion of its domestic and short-haul international network with the addition of 174 weekly flights under its northern winter schedule, effective October 26. Operated by its single-aisle fleet, the expanded schedule...
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India Unveils $1 Trillion Maritime Roadmap Ahead of Global Shipping Summit
Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Tuesday outlined green shipping, port modernisation, and the creation of 15 million jobs as key growth areas under India’s maritime vision for Viksit Bharat@2047. Planned investments worth ₹80 trillion, the creation of 15 million jobs, and a decisive push towards green shipping are part of India’s strategy to achieve global...
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E-Mobility: Delhi to roll out 500 low-floor electric buses
The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is set to roll out a fleet of 500 low-floor electric buses. The move, seen as another step towards sustainable urban transportation, will help the DTC expand its electric fleet to about 1,300 vehicles. The Delhi government plans to replace all CNG low-floor buses in the city by the end...
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Conditional Approval for Vaccine Delivery by Drones
The Central Government is providing an exemption for experimental drone flights for vaccine delivery to enhance the scope of their usage in the country and assist the nation in its fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) and Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) have already granted a conditional exemption to...