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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that US air travel could slow to a trickle due to the ongoing government shutdown. Thousands of flights were already cancelled or delayed as air traffic controllers work without pay, leading to capacity cuts at airports.

India’s deeptech sector is projected to reach $30 billion by 2030, driven by significant defense innovation and global robotics adoption. The market has grown 2.5 times in five years, with defense deeptech and robotics fueling this expansion. India is emerging as a trusted, low-cost innovation hub outside China, particularly in robotics manufacturing where it holds…

India’s largest airline, IndiGo, is set to implement evidence-based training (EBT) for its pilots to enhance skills and decision-making. This evolution from its current Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) framework will leverage data analytics and AI. The airline aims to achieve full EBT compliance within 12 to 18 months, bolstering flight safety as its operations…

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has approved the merger of Suzuki Motor Gujarat with its parent company, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd, effective April 1, 2025. This consolidation aims to enhance operational efficiency, simplify group structure, and reduce administrative costs. All employees of Suzuki Motor Gujarat will transition to Maruti Suzuki India.

Indian markets brace for a crucial week, with investors keenly awaiting inflation figures and corporate earnings from giants like ONGC and Asian Paints. Global factors, including the US shutdown and trade talks, alongside foreign investor activity and currency movements, will also steer market direction. Last week saw a dip in major indices.

India’s top companies experienced a significant market valuation loss of Rs 88,635.28 crore in a shortened trading week, with Bharti Airtel and TCS leading the decline. Broader equity markets also mirrored this weak trend, with major indices falling. Despite the overall dip, LIC, SBI, and Bajaj Finance recorded gains.

Pakistan’s manufacturing sector faces a severe crisis, with private investment plummeting 46% in six years. Experts warn of industrial disintegration due to policy instability, high energy costs, and volatile currency. This decline threatens exports, jobs, and economic resilience, contrasting sharply with neighboring countries’ growth.

Uttarakhand celebrated its Silver Jubilee with Prime Minister Modi inaugurating development projects worth over Rs 8,140 crore. Key initiatives include water supply, energy, sports, and education, alongside a Rs 62 crore direct transfer to over 28,000 farmers. The PM also released a commemorative postal stamp, marking a significant milestone for the state.