bharat dynamics

D.K. Shivakumar sworn in as Karnataka's 24th CM, with G. Parameshwara as Deputy CM. The new cabinet balances caste and regional interests, reflecting Siddaramaiah's influence. Early initiatives focus on youth welfare, including free student bus passes and a private job portal. The ceremony highlighted religious traditions and drew national Congress leaders.

Southeast Asian countries embroiled in long-running maritime disputes with Beijing in the strategically important South China Sea are lining up to acquire the BrahMos supersonic missile. So, what makes this weapon system so attractive?

India's defence self-reliance receives a significant boost as DRDO successfully completes final trials for its unmanned aerial vehicle launched precision guided missile (ULPGM)-V3. Developed entirely within the Indian defence ecosystem, the missile is ready for mass production, confirming a mature domestic supply chain.

In a landmark achievement, India showcased its growing military capabilities with the successful test of the DRDO's Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3. This sophisticated weapon system, designed for versatile air-to-air and air-to-ground operations, embodies a significant advancement in India's push for defense self-sufficiency.

India's defence sector achieved a significant milestone with the successful final trials of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3. Developed entirely domestically, the missile demonstrated potent anti-tank and air-to-air capabilities, bolstering India's self-reliance in defence production and marking a strategic advancement for the nation's indigenous defence ecosystem.

Says Defence Production Set To Touch Rs 1.75L Crore Soon

Over 250 new Vande Bharat sleeper trains are in the pipeline for rollout over the next few years - all with the aim to revamp long-distance rail travel and offer a world-class service experience to passengers.

Since 2008, Rajasthan’s politics has been shaped as much by the street and the party backroom as by the ballot box. The Gujjar reservation agitation showed how mass mobilisation could force policy shifts, while the Congress years exposed how internal rebellion—most dramatically Sachin Pilot’s 2020 breakaway—could threaten govts from within. Even as power kept alternating between Congress and BJP, new regional forces began altering local equations. Ashok Gehlot’s creation of 19 new districts redrew administrative and political maps, and BJP’s 2023 return ended with an unexpected leadership choice: Bhajan Lal Sharma.

The Modern Coach Factory in Raebareli has successfully rolled out its first Vande Bharat trainset, a 16-coach chair car rake equipped with a Siemens propulsion system. This marks MCF's entry into Vande Bharat production, with the trainset now undergoing testing before passenger service.

Indian Railways has rolled out its 100th Vande Bharat train from the Modern Coach Factory in Raebareli. This milestone marks significant progress since the first two trains were introduced in 2018. The new 16-coach trainset will undergo trials before entering passenger service, showcasing enhanced reliability and safety features.

M.K. Stalin faced a significant political shock with his party's defeat and his personal drubbing in Kolathur. Superstar C. Joseph Vijay's entry, anti-incumbency, federalism debates, underestimation of Vijay, and dynastic politics charges upended DMK's expectations. Despite Stalin's governance record, young voters opted for change, signaling a potential turning point for Tamil Nadu politics.

Bengal has witnessed a seismic political shift as the BJP surged to power, unseating Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress after 15 years. The saffron party secured a decisive victory, breaching the majority mark and fulfilling Amit Shah's ambitious target. This marks a significant change in the state's political landscape, ending decades of Left and TMC dominance.

While the data is at a record high, the biggest factor driving the surge has been the growth in import-led revenues which outpaced domestic transactions. To put it simply, the GST collections from imports were higher than those from domestic transactions.

Recent state election results reveal a resurgence of anti-incumbency, Hindu vote consolidation, and the enduring appeal of Narendra Modi. Factors like women's safety concerns, the rise of cash transfer schemes, and Gen Z's political awakening also played significant roles. The article delves into these ten decisive elements shaping India's electoral landscape.

Few state polls have been as dramatic as this round. TOI explains the verdicts through 10 decisive factors, from freebies becoming entitlements to women’s safety, and from Hindu vote to Gen Z angst

While the world order evolves, and UAE’s decision impacts other major oil producers around the world, India which imports around 90% of its crude needs may actually stand to benefit.