PITCHES MAINTENANCE
ACA announces Rs 25 lakh cash reward for ground staff after IPL matches
The Assam Cricket Association has awarded Rs 25 lakh to its ground staff. This reward recognizes their exceptional work in preparing pitches for IPL matches. Despite heavy rain and thunderstorms, the team ensured the games proceeded smoothly. Their dedication helped maintain the venue's reputation. The curator and groundsmen's efforts were crucial for the successful conduct of the matches.
EV cos take corporate route to amp up sales
Electric carmakers are aggressively targeting corporate buyers this month with substantial deals, including cash discounts and corporate perks up to ₹5.2 lakh. This push is driven by financial year-end tax planning, leveraging accelerated depreciation benefits of up to 40% on EVs. Automakers aim to boost sales and clear inventory while businesses seek to optimize taxable income before March 31.
Why Are the World’s Oceans Getting Louder Each Year?
The ocean's natural sounds are being drowned out by human activity. Ships create constant noise that travels far, affecting marine animals. This noise masks their calls, increases stress, and alters behavior. Scientists are studying ways to reduce this underwater pollution. Protecting quieter ocean areas is also being considered. Managing this noise is vital for marine life survival.
KC-390 Millennium: Embraer positions NATO's new favourite for India's tactical airlift
Brazilian aerospace firm Embraer is pitching its KC-390 Millennium for India's military transport aircraft deal, highlighting its versatility and NATO adoption. The company plans to make India a production hub for the Asia-Pacific market and establish a regional MRO facility, aiming for a long-term defense and civilian aerospace partnership.
Airbus India line to meet regional demand; first helicopter by 2027: CEO
Airbus is setting up a helicopter production line in India with Tata. This facility will cater to regional civilian and military needs. Over 1,000 choppers are expected for the civilian sector. The military sector also presents large requirements. The first helicopter is anticipated by early 2027.
AI Impact Summit 2026 showcases India’s push for real-world deployment
India's AI future is unfolding at the AI Impact Summit 2026. The event highlights AI embedded in everyday technology, moving beyond cloud-based concepts. Drones, wearables, and robots are demonstrating practical applications. Global and Indian companies are showcasing innovations.
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Beyond Rs 6 lakh crore selloff: How TCS, Infosys, other IT giants are reinventing to outlast AI disruption fears
Indian IT giants are actively reinventing their strategies to counter fears of AI-driven disruption, which has led to a significant market value sell-off. Companies are embedding AI into transformation programs, focusing on outcome-led growth, and leveraging internal AI tools to maintain margins and deliver value to clients.
India's Counterstrike: Budget 2026 arms India with plans to blunt out Trump's tariff attack
Budget 2026 targets export growth and domestic manufacturing. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced measures to simplify customs, reduce red tape, and provide sector-specific support. Key areas like marine, leather, textiles, and electronics will see duty exemptions and incentives. The budget also aims to ease personal imports and streamline trade processes. These reforms are designed to boost India's global market competitiveness.
Not just 'Make in India' - PM Modi wants global aviators to 'Design in India' too
Prime Minister Modi urged global aviation firms to invest in aircraft design and manufacturing in India, citing the nation's liberal investment policies and burgeoning aviation sector. He emphasized the potential of the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) industry, supported by 100% FDI and reduced GST. Modi aims to position India as a global aviation hub for design, construction, and maintenance.
Budget 2025: Presumptive tax may cover emerging tech
The February 1 budget may expand the presumptive tax regime to include sectors like data centres, AI, and green technology, raising the turnover limit. The aim is to support innovation and entrepreneurship, particularly for small businesses and professionals, by simplifying tax processes.
US-India forum for simpler tax rules
USISPF seeks simplification of India's tax structure to reduce industry compliance burden, including tax deduction at source. Recommendations for the upcoming budget include extending concessional rates for greenfield manufacturing, reducing the compliance burden, and introducing a 15% tax for maintenance firms. Proposals also aim to position GIFT City as a global financial hub with various tax exemptions.
Nitin Gadkari stresses importance of strong and self-sufficient defence sector
Union minister Nitin Gadkari emphasizes the importance of a strong, self-sufficient defence sector with advanced research and development. Speaking at the Armed Forces Veterans' Day event, he paid tribute to veterans for their sacrifices. The event, held in Vayusena Nagar, highlights the significance of honoring the legacy and service of armed forces personnel.
Air safety: Naidu wants to develop aviation psychology for safer flights
Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu emphasized the importance of aviation psychology and stress management systems for aircraft safety. Speaking at a national seminar, he highlighted the need for continuous skilling and upskilling in the rapidly growing Indian aviation sector. He also stressed on technical and cognitive skills for aircraft maintenance personnel.
Rafale M Deal: India negotiating lower price after Rs 56,000-cr offer by France
The defence ministry is in the process of negotiating a lower acquisition price for Rafale M fighter jets. These jets have been selected to fulfill the Indian Navy's requirement for aircraft carrier-borne combat aircraft.
IAF indigenised more than 60,000 components in last two to three years: Air Chief Marshal
When asked about the indigenisation of Base Repair Depots (BRDs), the IAF chief said, "All our BRDs have been opened up to all the industries to come and take a look as to where industries can pitch in into the work that has been done, not only in BRDs but all the Air Force units".
Uttarakhand panel's report on uniform civil code: What lies in store
The most crucial recommendations it is likely to make are equal property rights for women, including Muslims, raising the marriage age for women to 21, disallowing polygamy and polyandry, uniform child adoption laws across religions, ending coparcenary rights for male heirs in the Hindu joint family and pushing for registration of live-in relationships.
Now starts in-flight entertainment
Despite the initial enthusiasm, the Tatas may find it difficult to chip away at dominance in both the local and international segments, where Air India will be pitching its fabled hospitality against entrenched price warriors while dealing with a bloated workforce and fleet integration issues.
IAF chief attends conference of Maintenance Command, bats for embracing modern technology
The conference -- which ended on Friday -- was attended by the commanders of base repair depots, equipment depots and other stations or units under Maintenance Command (MC), and they reviewed ongoing projects and took stock of goals and tasks for MC in the year ahead, the IAF's statement said.
Boeing announces Super Hornet demonstrated compatibility with Indian carriers
The US origin jet is expected to see the French Rafale fighter as the main competition for the Indian Navy requirement, even as efforts are on to develop an indigenous carrier borne aircraft for the future. A foreign acquisition may be required to fill a gap as work on the indigenous aircraft will take at least a decade to complete.
Airbus to set up MRO facility for EC725 choppers in Goa
The Coast Guard had first raised the requirement post 26/11 which exposed the loopholes in its surveillance and interception capabilities.
IAF maintenance commmand chief pitches for more indigenisation of aircraft components
Air Marshal Hemanth Sharma, Air Officer Commanding In Chief of the IAF Maintenance Command, stated this during his maiden visit to the 5 Base Repair Depot (BRD).
PM Narendra Modi pitches for increase in strategic trust with China
The Prime Minister said "it is important to enhance strategic trust and maintain peace and tranquility in the border areas, in order to promote overall bilateral ties," according to the statement.
Won't use potable water for ground maintenance during IPL this year: MCA to HC
The Mumbai Cricket Association has undertaken to use only water conserved from its rainwater harvesting system and its ring wells during this year's IPL.
Nicolas Anelka rues lack of grass pitches
City FC manager and marquee player Nicolas Anelka regretted that the team did not have a grass pitch to practice on.
Hyperlocal car service start-ups rule TiE Smashup
Hyperlocal services won hands-down approval from angel investors at the SmashUp event organised by The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) in Hyderabad.
BCCI team inspects IPL venues in UAE, expresses satisfaction
The venue inspection team comprising M V Sridhar, GM - Cricket Operations, BCCI, and P R Vishwanathan, curator, visited the grounds yesterday and today.
Opposition parties in Maharashtra demand ban on water at IPL venues
Cricket grounds will be sprinkled with water every day during the tournament and will require about 40 lakh liters of water.
Mentoring helps PoI dropouts chase dreams with new vigour
The 746 contenders, who couldn’t make it to the final list of 254, are keen to pursue their dreams, despite a temporary setback.
TCS, Wipro, Infy, Capgemini in race for $125-m ING deal
Top IT services companies are in the race to bag a $125-million contract from $95.6-billion Dutch insurance and banking giant ING.
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