Indian Healthcare in 2025: Policy Reforms, Private Capital, and a Clear Growth Runway
By Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder and Chairman, Aster DM Healthcare The year 2025 marked a defining inflection point for Indian healthcare, shaped by decisive government reforms and policy interventions that expanded inclusion, improved affordability, and reinforced long-term confidence in the sector. The rationalisation of GST on critical cancer and life-saving […]
Defence Ministry Clears ₹79,000 Crore Military Modernisation Plan
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has recently cleared proposals amounting to Rs 79,000 crore, a substantial allocation intended to bolster the capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces. This decision underscores the government’s commitment to modernizing the nation’s defense infrastructure and enhancing its military readiness. The approved proposals are likely to […]
INSV Kaundinya has commenced its maiden foreign voyage from Porbandar to Muscat, Oman
INSV Kaundinya, the Indian Navy’s traditionally built stitched sailing vessel, embarked on her maiden overseas voyage from Porbandar, Gujarat, to Muscat, Oman, marking a significant milestone in reviving India’s ancient maritime heritage. The vessel, constructed using the ancient stitched-ship technique—with wooden planks sewn together using coir rope and natural […]
India Successfully Tests Long-Range, Precision-Strike Pinaka Rocket
The maiden flight test of Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket (LRGR 120) was conducted successfully at Integrated Test Range, Chandipur on December 29, 2025. The rocket was tested for its maximum range of 120 kms demonstrating all in-flight manoeuvres as planned. The LRGR impacted on the target with textbook precision. […]
Pune & PCMC Housing Markets – 2025 and 2026
– by Akash Pharande, Managing Director – Pharande Spaces The Pune residential real estate market in 2025 tells a mixed story, as below the city's strong fundamentals was a lot of stress. The city went from a period of rapid growth to a more stable, selective market, with affordability and […]
Airtel Expands Entertainment Offerings with Exclusive Launch of Airtel Cartoon Network Classics
* The exclusive ad-free channel offers timeless favourites like Tom & Jerry, Looney Tunes and Scooby Doo across all Airtel set-top boxes * This channel priced at Rs.59 now will be accessible across all Airtel set-top boxes Bharti Airtel, one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, today announced the launch […]
NTH Joins Hands with DRDO’s DMSRDE for Joint Research Initiatives
The National Test House (NTH), an institution under the Department of Consumer Affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Defence Materials and Stores Research & Development Establishment (DMSRDE), a laboratory of the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), […]
Celebrate the Festive Season with a Wholesome Twist: Dark Chocolate Almond Orange Cake
This New Year, add a touch of warmth and indulgence to your celebrations with a Dark Chocolate Almond Orange Cake that brings together almond flour, rich dark chocolate, fresh orange zest, and maple syrup. Thoughtfully crafted by Chef Kabita Singh, the recipe strikes a balance between festive flavours and mindful […]
DPSA hosts Delhi State Para Powerlifting Championships 2025–26 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
# 110 para-athletes compete across senior, junior and sub-junior categories; state champions crowned The Divyang Para Sports Association of Delhi (DPSA) today hosted the 3rd Senior and 2nd Junior & Sub-Junior Delhi State Para Powerlifting Championships 2025–26 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Lodhi Road, New Delhi. The one-day state-level championship […]
Astronomers studied polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in the star’s spectrum
Astronomers have discovered complex hydrocarbon molecules in the disk surrounding a young star, following the collapse of the disk’s inner wall—a dense ring of dust and gas that once acted as a barrier against intense stellar radiation. The breakdown of this inner structure allowed ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the star […]