Month: March 2025

IAF Signs ₹2,906 Cr Radar Deal with BEL

Vijay Raman

In a major boost to the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the Ministry of Defence has signed a ₹2,906 crore contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the supply of Low-Level Transportable Radar (Ashwini) for the Indian Air Force (IAF). Developed indigenously by DRDO, the Ashwini radar is an Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar designed to enhance low-altitude aerial surveillance capabilities. The system is transportable, providing greater flexibility and operational readiness to the IAF. This contract strengthens India’s push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing, reducing dependence on foreign technologies and reinforcing the country’s air defence network. Source

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Aakash Healthcare in association with ANVKA Foundation launches nationwide initiative to transform lives of children with bone deformities

Vijay Raman

Bone Deformity Initiative’ aims to provide free treatment, rehabilitation to underprivileged children up to age 16 In a landmark move to address the silent crisis of bone deformities among India’s underprivileged children, Aakash Healthcare, in partnership with the Anvka Foundation, launched the Pink Bones: Deformity free kids community. The program promises free, end-to-end medical care–from early detection to post-surgery rehabilitation–for children up to 16 years battling congenital and acquired orthopedic conditions. The recently unveiled initiative enabled a 9-year-old child, once confined to a wheelchair due to severe bowlegs, to take…

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CCRH & Adamas University Partner for Homoeopathy Research

Vijay Raman

On March 1, 2025, the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), New Delhi, and Adamas University, Kolkata, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote academic and research collaboration in homoeopathy. The MoU was signed by Dr. Subhash Kaushik, Director General of CCRH, and Prof. Suranjan Das, Vice-Chancellor of Adamas University, in the presence of Nobel Laureate Sir Gregory Paul Winter and Dr. Samit Ray, Chancellor of Adamas University. This partnership aims to facilitate knowledge exchange, joint research projects, and the integration of homoeopathy into mainstream healthcare. The agreement…

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PM Surya Ghar Yojana Hits 10 Lakh Installations

Vijay Raman

The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY), launched on February 13, 2024, has successfully completed 10.09 lakh rooftop solar installations across India as of March 10, 2025.  This initiative aims to provide free electricity to one crore residential households by promoting rooftop solar systems, reducing dependence on conventional power sources, and enabling citizens to become energy producers. The scheme offers collateral-free loans up to ₹2 lakh at a subsidized interest rate of 6.75% through 12 Public Sector Banks, making rooftop solar installations more accessible. Additionally, beneficiaries receive subsidies up…

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Airtel Announces Agreement with SpaceX to Bring Starlink’s High-Speed Internet to its Customers in India

Vijay Raman

Agreement Explores Future Collaborative Opportunities with Starlink in India   Airtel announced today an agreement with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s high-speed internet services to its customers in India. This is the first agreement to be signed in India, which is subject to SpaceX receiving its own authorizations to sell Starlink in India. It enables Airtel and SpaceX to further explore how Starlink can complement and expand Airtel’s offerings, and how Airtel’s expertise in the Indian market complements SpaceX’s direct offerings to consumers and businesses.   Airtel and SpaceX will explore…

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LNJ Bhilwara group leads Industrialists in Rajasthan to support Global Vikas Trust’s farmers’ welfare initiative

Vijay Raman

Bhilwara, Rajasthan. In the bid to bring about impactful rural transformation, LNJ Bhilwara Group, a leading industrial conglomerate across business verticals including textiles, graphite electrodes, power generation, and advanced materials, is bringing leading industrialists to support Global Vikas Trust’s successful initiatives for rural transformation.   Personally led by Shri Ravi Jhunjhunwala, LNJ Bhilwara Group is endeavouring to sensitize people about the successful efforts of Shri Mayank Gandhi. His initiatives have made remarkable progress in transforming over 4700 villages, across 27 districts in three states, having planted 5.6 crore fruit trees in last 5 years to amplify farmers’ income tenfold.    Under the guidance of Shri Ravi Jhunjhunwala,…

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CARI Kolkata & Jadavpur University Partner to Study Ayurvedic Diabetes Remedy

Vijay Raman

The Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), Kolkata, under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the School of Natural Product Studies (SNPS), Jadavpur University, Kolkata. This collaboration aims to evaluate the potential of “Vidangadi Lauham,” a classical Ayurvedic formulation, in managing diabetes through experimental animal studies. The research project seeks to establish a scientific foundation for using Vidangadi Lauham in diabetes management. By conducting biophysical characterization and analyzing the biological activity of medicinal plants, the study aims…

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​IDTechEx Explores Big Tech’s Impact on the Quantum Computing Market

Vijay Raman

Author: Noah El Alami, Technology Analyst at IDTechExIn the last few months, three of the world's largest tech giants made waves with their announcements in quantum computing. But what will the impact of Microsoft's Majorana 1, Google's Willow, and Amazon's Ocelot be once the dust has settled, and is it just big tech making strides in developing quantum computers?The value proposition of quantum computers is that using 'qubits' unlocks new operations and offers the potential to solve certain problems exponentially faster than a conventional computer. The industries that could benefit from…

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The 8 best Greek destinations

Vijay Raman

The latest analysis from Astons, reveals eight of the best locations in Greece for Golden Visa holders, whether they’re relocating to enjoy retirement or looking to take full advantage of the business and investment opportunities Greece has to offer.   Best for non-dom professionals   Athens City For professionals who are looking to relocate to Greece, there is nowhere more prosperous to be than the Greek capital of Athens. Jam packed with charm and ancient history, Athens is one of Europe's leading cities, blending the old world with the new in…

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NORD Drivesystems, THE NEW MYNORD FROM NORD DRIVESYSTEMS

Vijay Raman

THE NEW MYNORD FROM NORD DRIVESYSTEMS  Configure and order drives quickly and easily online  NORD-myNORD.jpg: Thanks to advanced functions, the new myNORD customer portal allows for an easier configuration and ordering of drive technology. Image: NORD DRIVESYSTEMSThe new myNORD is a further development of the central customer portal of NORD DRIVESYSTEMS. The digital self-service solution focuses on a procurement process as efficient and transparent as possible. Thanks to advanced functions, the relaunch of the online tool allows for an easier configuration and ordering of drive technology than before. The expansion into…

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