India has emerged as the world’s biggest plastic polluter, releasing 9.3 million tonnes (Mt) of plastic waste every year, which is about 20% of the global total, a recent study revealed. The study, published in Nature, suggested that India’s official waste generation of 0.12 kg per person per day is likely underestimated. It also pointed […]
ABU DHABI: The Centre of Excellence for Applied Research and Training (CERT) and the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M) have signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at advancing innovation, entrepreneurship, and research. This partnership will drive the growth of a global start-up ecosystem and deliver world-class academic programmes that enhance employability and […]
IBM is closing a major research division in China, impacting over 1,000 jobs and moving to other locations, such as Bengaluru, India. The company is shutting down two business lines focused on research and development and testing. Instead, IBM will shift its focus to serving private enterprises and select multinational companies operating in China. This […]
“Sleep Internship” at Wakefit is the dream job we all didn’t know we needed. It takes the famous book “Make money while you sleep” quite literally. This quirky program invites interns to snooze their way through 60 days, aiming to hit that golden 9-hour sleep goal, take power naps, and test out a brand-new Wakefit […]
NEW DELHI: India’s quest for renewable energy received a shot in the arm with the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) securing an international credit rating. S&P Global Ratings rated IREDA’s Outlook as “Stable” and gave the agency “BBB” long-term and “A-3” short-term issuer credit ratings, said India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy in […]
NEW DELHI: The foundation stone for India’s largest deep-water port, Vadhvan, has been laid in Palghar, Maharashtra state of India. This major project is set to enhance India’s maritime capabilities and boost its global trade profile. Vadhvan Port aims to become one of the top 10 ports in the world. It will be an all-weather, […]
NEW DELHI: Indian poverty reduction scheme, Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), has brought 530 million adults into the banking system over the past 10 years, as announced on its 10th anniversary. Recognised as the world’s largest financial inclusion initiative, the scheme has significantly expanded access to financial services. A key aspect of the scheme […]
NEW DELHI: Indian Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved 12 new industrial smart city projects. These projects, part of the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme, involve an estimated investment of ₹286.02 billion (AED12.51 billion). They are strategically planned across 10 states along six major corridors, marking a significant advancement in India’s efforts to boost its […]
The Queen Of Indian Cinema, Rekha, Returns To IIFA Awards 2024 For A Visually Stunning Powerhouse Performance! Abu Dhabi: The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards proudly announces the return of the Queen of Indian Cinema, Rekha, to the IIFA 2024 stage. This year, the highly anticipated cinematic extravaganza is set to take place at […]
NEW DELHI: India bio economy has surged 13 times in ten years and is expected to double its current size by 2030, according to Jitendra Singh, Minister for Science and Technology. He announced the new Biotechnology for Economy, Employment, and Environment (BioE3) policy, which aims to boost this growth. The policy targets expanding the bio […]
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is actively working to restore its forestry and wildlife resources through ambitious green initiatives. As stated by Azam Nazir Tarar, Law and Justice Minister, the country is implementing the Green Pakistan-Upscaling Programme Phase-I, a significant project valued at Rs 125.1843 billion. According to Associated Press of Pakistan (APP), the programme has successfully planted, […]
