Dubai International Airport has introduced an AI-powered immigration corridor that allows passengers to clear in 14 seconds without presenting passports or IDs. This pioneering project is a key step towards the future of air travel and strengthens Dubai's position as a global aviation hub. The corridor uses advanced artificial intelligence to authenticate travellers’ identities in real time. Passengers walk through a dedicated lane, where pre-screened data is instantly matched, allowing for seamless entry. The system can process up to ten persons simultaneously, doubling efficiency while
At the National Space Day celebrations in New Delhi, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) head V. Narayanan announced that India will launch the Chandrayaan-4 mission with the Venus Orbiter Mission. He added that India aims to establish the Bharatiya Antriksh Station (BAS) operational by 2035, with the first module scheduled to launch in 2028. Narayanan stated that by 2040, India is determined to land on the Moon and safely bring back its crew, positioning the Indian space program on par with the most advanced in the world. He revealed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved th
Malaysia has launched a Hybrid Hydro Floating Solar (HHFS) and Green Hydrogen Hub in Terengganu, marking a key step towards the country's sustainable energy transition. The project is a collaboration between Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) and Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), with both parties committed to increasing hydrogen production and derivatives. TNB, through its generation subsidiary TNB Genco Sdn. Bhd. has partnered with Terengganu Inc., the state's investment agency, to launch the floating solar initiative. Along with the HHFS, Petronas agreed that TNB will upgrade the grid inf
India is all set to formally launch a landmark partnership with France's Safran to co-develop and manufacture advanced fighter aircraft engines within the nation. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) will soon submit the plan to the Cabinet Committee on Security for approval. The project will involve complete technology transfer to produce powerful 120-kilonewton engines for Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) and future fighter systems. The initiative, worth $7 billion, will be carried out by DRDO's Gas Turbine Research Establishment in collaboration with Safran.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India is preparing to export electric vehicles to as many as 100 countries, marking a major step forward in the nation’s clean mobility drive. The announcement was made during his speech at The Economic Times World Leaders Forum. He stated that a significant program related to this development will take place on August 26, but no details of the project were provided. PM Modi termed it a significant milestone for India's vehicle industry and a sign of the country's expanding presence in global markets. Along with this, the Prime Minister announc
India successfully tested the Agni-5 ballistic missile from the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha. The Ministry of Defence confirmed that the missile met all mission goals, and its performance aligns precisely with expectations. The Strategic Forces Command, which maintains India's nuclear weapons, oversaw the launch, which marked another significant milestone in the country's defence preparedness. The Agni-5, classified as an intercontinental ballistic missile, has a strike range of over 5,000 kilometres and is designed to carry nuclear warheads with high precision. The missile w
Parkin Company and charge&go by e& have announced a ten-year cooperation to modernise Dubai's electric vehicle infrastructure. The agreement will result in the implementation of 200 ultra-fast direct current chargers across the emirate. The charging network will be strategically located in residential districts and prominent retail and leisure destinations. The system's design aims to shorten EV charging duration to less than thirty minutes. The project's initial phase includes the installation of twenty charging stations. Over the next twelve months, the network will expand to inc
Sharjah continues to strengthen its reputation as a leader in sustainable tourism with the unveiling of its newest project, Nomad, which is set to open in late 2025. The retreat will feature 20 specially designed solar-powered trailers set in Kalba's mountain valleys, providing tourists with an off-grid vacation that is deeply connected to nature. The project is part of the Sharjah Collection, which is a hospitality portfolio maintained by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority. Unlike traditional resorts, Nomad has implemented a no-Wi-Fi, no-lights policy to reduce environmental
The Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) in Varanasi has set a historic milestone by installing India's first removable solar panel system between railway tracks. On Independence Day, General Manager Naresh Pal Singh formally inaugurated the project, which was commissioned on Line 19 of the BLW Workshop. The pilot installation covers 70 metres of track and has a total capacity of 15 kWp, powered by 28 solar panels. Each panel, weighing approximately 32 kilogrammes, is intended for maximum efficiency and includes bifacial cells to enhance energy output. Officials stated that the system has a powe
ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan has stated that India's progress in space research now stands par with developed nations, reflecting decades of dedicated scientific efforts. Speaking at the Osmania University convocation in Hyderabad, he stated that the agency is developing a new launch vehicle as tall as a 40-story building and capable of placing a 75-tonne cargo into low Earth orbit. This ambitious project represents a significant leap from the early launch vehicles, which could only deliver 35 kg into orbit. Mr. Narayanan emphasised that ISRO's rise from humble beginnings to major space miss