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Singapore Crosses 1 Million Indian Visitors in 2025, Tourism Footfall Surges

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  Singapore has crossed a significant tourism milestone in 2025, welcoming over 1.2 million Indian visitors, reflecting a steady 1 per cent growth compared to 2024. The development marks an important chapter in bilateral ties, coinciding with the celebration of 60 years of diplomatic relations between Singapore and India . According to the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), the growth underscores sustained confidence among Indian travellers in Singapore as a preferred international destination. “The year 2025 marked a milestone for Singapore-India tourism as we celebrated 60 years of diplomatic ties. We’re heartened that over a million Indian visitors chose Singapore, driving robust tourism spending and demonstrating the market’s continued confidence in our destination,” said Markus Tan, Regional Director (India, Middle East, South Asia and Africa), Singapore Tourism Board. International Arrivals and Revenue on the Rise Singapore’s overall tourism performance in 2025 has also shown pos...
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Adani Airport Holdings to Begin Phase-2 Construction at Navi Mumbai Airport Post-Monsoon

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  Adani Airport Holdings Ltd (AAHL) has announced that it will begin Phase-2 construction at the Greenfield Navi Mumbai International Airport after the monsoon this year, citing robust demand and rapid scale-up across its expanding airports portfolio. The announcement comes at a time when India’s aviation sector is witnessing sustained growth in passenger traffic and cargo movement. According to the company’s management, the next phase of development at Navi Mumbai airport is aimed at supporting long-term traffic growth while strengthening Adani Airports’ position as a major aviation infrastructure player in the country. Strong Demand Driving Expansion Plans Adani Airport Holdings said the decision to move ahead with Phase-2 construction reflects the strong demand outlook across its airports network . With India emerging as one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets, the company expects passenger and cargo volumes to scale up significantly in the coming years. The Navi M...
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Indian Research Agency Opens Major Chip Prototyping Hub to Boost Semiconductor Ecosystem

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  India has taken a significant step toward strengthening its domestic semiconductor ecosystem with the launch of a major chip prototyping and validation hub in Bengaluru . The Center for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), a premier research and development organization under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has unveiled its largest pre-silicon validation facility to date. Named PRITVI-ACE , the facility is designed to support large-scale, near-real-speed prototyping and validation of complex chip designs before they are sent for fabrication. The initiative aligns with India’s broader ambition to move from a services-led semiconductor role to a product-driven and innovation-focused industry. Why Pre-Silicon Validation Matters Pre-silicon validation is one of the most critical and expensive stages in the chip development process. It involves testing and verifying a chip’s design before it is physically manufactured. Any flaw discovered after fabric...
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Union Minister Jitendra Singh and Andhra Pradesh CM to Lay Foundation Stone for Quantum Valley in Amaravati

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  Union Minister for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh, along with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, will lay the foundation stone for the ambitious Quantum Valley project in Amaravati today. The high-profile event marks a major milestone in India’s journey toward becoming a global leader in advanced technologies such as quantum computing and artificial intelligence. Both leaders are also scheduled to address a public gathering on the occasion, highlighting the importance of the project for Andhra Pradesh and the nation’s rapidly evolving science and technology ecosystem. Quantum Valley: A Landmark National Initiative According to the Andhra Pradesh state government, the Quantum Valley initiative aims to establish India’s first 133-qubit quantum computer, placing the country among a select group of nations with advanced quantum computing capabilities. The project is being developed through strategic partnerships with leading global and Indian technolog...
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DDC 0001 Sold for Rs 2.08 Crore: India’s Most Expensive Fancy Car Number Plate Ever

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  India’s fascination with luxury and status symbols reached a new high after a fancy car registration number was sold for an eye-watering Rs 2.08 crore , making it the most expensive number plate ever auctioned in the country . The registration number “DDC 0001” , also written as DDC 001 , shattered all previous records and grabbed national attention. The historic sale took place during the launch of Auction House by Big Boy Toyz , a new luxury auction platform introduced by the well-known premium car dealer Big Boy Toyz (BBT) . Who Bought the Rs 2.08 Crore Number Plate? The successful bidder for DDC 0001 was Kiran Kolpakula , a businessman from Guntur in Andhra Pradesh . The number plate was earlier owned by Jatin Ahuja , Founder and Managing Director of Big Boy Toyz, before being put up for auction during the special launch event. According to reports by automobile information portal Cartoq , the bidding for the vintage number plate attracted significant interest, ultimately co...
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Tata Chemicals to Invest Rs 515 Crore in New IVSD Manufacturing Facility in Tamil Nadu

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  Tata Chemicals has announced a major capital investment of Rs 515 crore to establish a new greenfield manufacturing facility for Iodised Vacuum Salt Dried (IVSD) in Tamil Nadu . The project has received approval from the company’s Board of Directors and marks a strategic expansion of Tata Chemicals’ salt manufacturing operations in South India. The proposed facility will be located at Valinokkam in the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, a coastal region well-suited for salt production. The move aligns with the company’s long-term strategy to strengthen domestic manufacturing capacity while improving supply chain efficiencies across key markets. Details of the Proposed IVSD Facility According to the company, the new manufacturing unit will produce Iodised Vacuum Salt Dried (IVSD) with an annual capacity of 210 kilo tonnes per annum (KTPA). IVSD is a high-purity salt widely used for household consumption and food processing, playing a crucial role in addressing iodine defic...
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PM Narendra Modi Announces Reduced 18% US Tariff on Made in India Products

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  India–US Trade Ties Get a Major Boost Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a significant breakthrough for Indian exports, stating that Made in India products will now face a reduced US tariff of 18 per cent . The announcement was made through a social media post following his conversation with United States President Donald Trump, highlighting a positive step forward in India–US trade relations. The tariff reduction is part of a broader understanding between the two countries aimed at enhancing bilateral trade and strengthening economic cooperation between the world’s two largest democracies. Modi–Trump Conversation Sets the Tone Prime Minister Modi described his interaction with President Trump as “wonderful,” referring to the US President as his “dear friend.” He emphasised that when two large economies collaborate, it creates opportunities that benefit people on both sides. The Prime Minister noted that cooperation between India and the United States unlocks imme...
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