Asia News

Airports & Aviation

TDB partners with Casey Aviation to develop hybrid hybrid JTO propulsion systems for light aircraft

The Technology Development Board has entered into a strategic agreement with Casey Aviation to fund the development of hybrid electric Jump Take-Off (JTO) systems. The initiative includes the creation of a specialized propulsion test bench in North India to support unmanned aerial systems and regional mobility startups.

2 days ago • India

Hospitals & Healthcare

Indian Health Ministry launches digital clinical support tool to standardize primary healthcare delivery

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has introduced a specialized mobile application developed by the ICMR to assist Community Health Officers. By integrating clinical decision-support systems and electronic health records, the tool aims to optimize outpatient workflows and referral accuracy at grassroots medical centers.

2 days ago • India

Cyber Security

NCC and NIELIT partner to develop cyber security workforce through structured cadet training

The National Cadet Corps has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology to launch a dual-stage cyber security capacity building initiative. This program aims to equip cadets with foundational digital hygiene and advanced defense skills to support national digital security objectives.

2 days ago • India

Roads & Highways

GHV Infra Projects bags ₹12.50 billion EPC contract to execute Maharashtra transit corridor

Expanding its footprint in the regional infrastructure sector, GHV Infra Projects Limited has acquired a ₹12.50 billion engineering, procurement, and construction assignment. Awarded by APCO Infratech Private Limited, the initiative focuses on building essential expressway connectors in Maharashtra over a 30-month timeline, highlighting sustained investment in state connectivity networks.

3 days ago • India

Investments & Funding

Maharashtra positions Mumbai region for multi-sector growth with $6.5 billion Vingroup investment plan

Maharashtra has entered into a strategic agreement with Vietnam’s Vingroup to explore $6.5 billion in investments across urban development, electric mobility, renewable energy, and infrastructure, signaling expanding foreign participation in India’s urban and sustainability-focused economic transformation.

3 days ago • India

Airports & Aviation

Bengaluru airport trial advances IATA One ID vision for biometric-driven international travel

A pilot initiative at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru has tested a fully biometric-enabled international passenger journey under the IATA One ID framework. The trial, involving IndiGo and Digi Yatra Foundation, demonstrates potential for document-free processing across airport touchpoints and faster passenger movement.

3 days ago • India

Roads & Highways

Cabinet clears NH-927 upgrade to accelerate India-Nepal trade via key border corridor

India’s Cabinet has approved a four-lane upgrade of the Barabanki–Bahraich stretch of NH-927 to strengthen connectivity with Nepal. The project is expected to cut travel time by half, improve agricultural trade flows, and unlock logistics and cross-border commerce opportunities.

3 days ago • India;Nepal

Agriculture & Farming

Advance Agrolife wins ₹303.7 million agrochemical supply order from National Fertilizers

Advance Agrolife has received a letter of intent worth ₹303.7 million from National Fertilizers for agrochemical supply across NFL’s marketing territory. The contract runs until September 30, 2026, with payment terms of 90 days from invoice date.

3 days ago • India

Oil & Gas

Juno Joule begins ₹7 billion cluster-based CBG project in Telangana

Juno Joule Bio Fuels has started groundwork on a ₹7 billion cluster-based compressed biogas (CBG) project in Siddipet district, Telangana. The first phase of three plants (₹2.10 billion) will integrate with GAIL and Bhagyanagar Gas under the Centre’s CBG–CGD Synchronisation Scheme.

3 days ago • India

Investments & Funding

NHPC advances Rs.300 billion etalin Hydropower Project in Arunachal Pradesh

NHPC Ltd is progressing with a Rs.300 billion investment plan for the 3,000 MW Etalin hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh. The initiative aims to boost India’s renewable energy capacity and involves significant infrastructure development.

3 days ago • India

Railways & Metro

Power Mech wins ₹2.96 billion O&M contract for Mumbai Monorail

Power Mech Projects has secured a five-year operations and maintenance contract worth ₹2.96 billion from Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Limited (MMMOCL) for the 19.54 km Mumbai Monorail route and its 17 stations, including operation of advanced rolling stock and CBTC signaling.

3 days ago • India

Pharmaceuticals

Lupin expands US generics portfolio with FDA-cleared dapagliflozin launch

Lupin Limited has introduced dapagliflozin tablets in the United States after securing US FDA approval for its generic version of Farxiga. The launch strengthens Lupin’s presence in the high-value diabetes and cardiovascular therapy segments and reflects ongoing competition in the US generics market.

3 days ago • India;United States

Railways & Metro

Indian Railways accelerates AI-led track monitoring and composite infrastructure upgrade

Indian Railways has approved a set of infrastructure and technology upgrades, including AI-driven track monitoring and composite sleepers, to improve safety and ride quality. The measures signal a broader shift toward predictive maintenance and cost-efficient asset management across the national rail network.

3 days ago • India

Investments & Funding

Alibaba backs ‘world models’ as llms hit physical reality limits

Alibaba Cloud has led a $290 million investment in startup ShengShu to advance ‘general world models’ using video and physical data. The move signals a strategic pivot beyond text-based LLMs, targeting applications in robotics, autonomous driving, and digital-physical integration.

3 days ago • China