Abu Dhabi has unveiled a new AI-powered traffic control system designed to reduce congestion and enhance road efficiency. The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), a part of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, has verified the launch of Ramp Metering, a smart traffic light system, at seven major entry points to Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Street. With this step, the emirate joins a small group of cities globally that use AI-based technologies to regulate vehicle flow. The system operates using advanced sensors and AI-enabled cameras to monitor traffic in real time. Signal timings are
India has released an ambitious space project strategy, outlining plans to establish a crewed station on the Moon, 3D-printed dwellings on Mars, and conduct deep-space exploration over the next four decades. The blueprint, developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) following statewide consultations, was presented last week during National Space Day celebrations. According to the roadmap, ISRO plans to create a lunar base by 2047, complete with resource mining facilities, crew-operated terrain vehicles, and refuelling depots for interplanetary travel. A human landing o
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India and Japan will collaborate on the Chandrayaan-5 mission as part of the Lunar Polar Exploration (LUPEX) program, ushering in a new era of space cooperation between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). The mission aims to explore the Moon's south pole in search of hidden resources, particularly water ice, which could be vital in future space exploration. PM Modi stated at a joint press briefing with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba that the partnership demonstrates how India
India is advancing its lunar exploration program with a clear roadmap that includes Chandrayaan-6, 7, and 8, as part of its preparations for a human mission to the Moon by 2040. The plans were unveiled at the National Space Day gathering, where ISRO officials laid out the mission sequence that will gradually establish the technology and infrastructure needed for a crewed lunar landing. The government has already approved Chandrayaan-4 and Chandrayaan-5, which will mark significant milestones in India's space journey. Chandrayaan-4 is designed as a sample return mission, bringing lunar rock
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