Centre eyes completing IDBI Bank disinvestment by mid-2025, bids to be invited by March end

The defence ministry has signed a Rs 2,906 crore contract with BEL to procure the indigenously designed and developed Ashwini transportable radar for the Indian Air Force, enhancing operational readiness. The radar, capable of tracking various aerial targets, was created by DRDO's Electronics and Radar Development Establishment. This acquisition aligns with the government's focus on strengthening indigenous defence capabilities, as highlighted by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh during the contract signing. Full Article

Elon Musk's SpaceX is set to offer Starlink's satellite internet service in India through deals with Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio, providing high-speed connectivity to remote areas and potential services on domestic flights. Both telecom operators will stock Starlink equipment in their retail stores, awaiting government approval to begin operations. While pricing details are unclear, free trials may be offered initially, with the potential for Airtel and Jio to launch their own satellite services in...

The head of the CIA and the director of Russia's foreign intelligence agency have agreed to keep up regular contacts, aiming to contribute to international stability and security while reducing confrontation between Moscow and Washington. CIA chief John Ratcliffe and SVR chief Sergei Naryshkin spoke by phone for the first time in several years on Tuesday, establishing a commitment to ongoing communication between their organizations. The agencies' dialogue is intended to promote cooperation and ease...

Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena announced plans to expand water tourism on the Yamuna river in Delhi, aiming to decongest city roads and provide better travel options. The government signed an MoU to develop the Sonia Vihar-Jagatpur stretch, focusing on sustainable transport solutions and solar energy adoption. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta emphasized the initiative's modern identity, cleanliness, and eco-friendly electric-solar hybrid boats, with a vision for Yamuna ghats to become a cultural hub like Varanasi....

The heads of US and Russian spy agencies, CIA chief John Ratcliffe and SVR head Sergei Naryshkin, have agreed to maintain regular contact to ease tensions in US-Russia relations, marking the first such communication in years. The call aimed to promote international stability and security while reducing confrontation between Moscow and Washington, coinciding with Ukraine's support for a US-proposed ceasefire and immediate negotiations with Russia. This development follows US President Donald Trump's efforts to end...

A Brazilian doctor and his wife were on their honeymoon cruise in the Maldives when the ship sank, leaving them to share a single life jacket for survival. The couple documented the harrowing ordeal on camera, revealing that the crew did not warn passengers of the sinking ship. Despite criticism for recording the incident, the couple and other passengers managed to stay safe until rescue. Full Article