Pakistan’s Defence Industry Booms as ‘Combat-Tested’ Weapons Draw Global Interest Pakistan’s defence manufacturing sector is experiencing rapid growth after its aircraft, drones and missiles earned the sought-after “combat tested” label during a conflict with India last year. This validation has drawn significant international attention, with Islamabad engaging in talks with 13 countries, six to eight of which are in advanced negotiation stages. The discussions centre on deals involving JF-17 fighter jets jointly developed with China, along with training aircraft, drones and weapons systems, according to Pakistani sources familiar with the matter. Although the country’s defence ministry and military have not…
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Mysterious Iron Bar Found Inside the Ring Nebula Baffles Astronomers The Ring Nebula, one of the Milky Way’s most studied celestial objects, continues to astonish astronomers nearly 250 years after its discovery by French astronomer Charles Messier in 1779. A team of researchers has recently detected an enormous bar-shaped cloud of iron atoms stretching across the nebula’s glowing shell of gas and dust. The discovery, made using the new WEAVE instrument on the William Herschel Telescope in La Palma, Spain, raises intriguing questions about how the structure formed. A Cosmic Mystery Hidden in Plain Sight The iron bar, estimated to…
Iran Signals Possible End to Internet Blackout After Protests and State TV Hack Iran may soon lift its nationwide internet blackout, a senior lawmaker said on Monday, as authorities move to stabilise the country following the deadliest unrest since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. The blackout, imposed during a violent crackdown on protests, has severely restricted communication and information flow for weeks. Authorities Under Pressure Amid Heavy Casualties Ebrahim Azizi, head of the Iranian parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, said the decision to restore internet services would depend on security conditions. “Service will resume as soon as security conditions…
Space Sector Targets Continued Investment Boom in 2026 Global investment in space technology is set to rise again in 2026, supported by expanding government budgets for defence-linked satellite systems and increased private spending on launch capabilities, according to investment firm Seraphim Space. Defence Priorities Fueling Space Investment Space infrastructure has become a core element of national strategy, with countries striving to strengthen their geopolitical influence through satellite and missile-defence systems. Seraphim Space noted that investors are optimistic about continued funding momentum, driven by sovereign satellite networks, AI integration into space hardware, and the potential public listing of SpaceX. Lucas Bishop,…
OpenAI to Test Ads in ChatGPT to Boost Revenue OpenAI has announced plans to begin testing advertisements in ChatGPT for some users in the United States. The move marks a strategic shift as the company seeks to expand revenue streams and support the growing costs of developing and maintaining its artificial intelligence systems. Ads to Appear on Free and Go Plans According to the company, the ads will be rolled out in the coming weeks for users on ChatGPT’s free and Go subscription tiers. These advertisements will appear separately from generated answers, ensuring that sponsored content does not interfere with…
Chips to Start-up (C2S) Programme: Strengthening India’s Chip Design Capabilities India is rapidly advancing its semiconductor ecosystem as a cornerstone of economic growth, technological independence, and national resilience. With global demand for electronics and AI-driven devices projected to push the semiconductor industry close to USD 1 trillion by 2030, the need for skilled professionals has never been greater. Global estimates indicate a requirement for over one million additional semiconductor experts by 2032, positioning India to play a key role in bridging this talent gap. Recognising semiconductor design as a national strategic priority, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)…
Scientists Unveil the Most Detailed Map of Antarctica’s Hidden Landscape Scientists have created the most detailed map ever of the terrain concealed beneath Antarctica’s vast ice sheet, revealing a dramatic landscape of mountains, valleys, canyons and plains. Using advanced satellite data and a new analytical method, the team uncovered tens of thousands of previously unknown hills and features beneath the frozen continent. A Revolutionary View Beneath the Ice The research, published this week in Science, marks a major step forward in understanding Antarctica’s subglacial world. By combining high-resolution satellite imagery with a technique called ice-flow perturbation analysis, scientists were able…
India Pushes for BRICS Digital Currency Link to Boost Trade and Tourism India’s central bank has proposed that BRICS nations connect their official digital currencies to simplify cross-border trade and tourism payments, according to two sources familiar with the matter. The move could ease dependence on the U.S. dollar at a time of growing geopolitical tensions. Proposal for BRICS 2026 Summit The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recommended that the government include the plan to link central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) on the agenda for the upcoming 2026 BRICS summit, which India will host later this year. If approved,…
A Decade of Startup India: Scaling Innovation and Shaping India’s Growth Story India’s entrepreneurial landscape has transformed dramatically over the past decade, fuelled by the Startup India Initiative launched in 2016. As of December 2025, more than two lakh startups have been recognised by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), positioning India among the world’s largest and most dynamic startup ecosystems. This milestone marks a decisive shift from policy support to sustainable scale, innovation, and inclusion. Building a Nationwide Ecosystem for Innovation Startup India has evolved into a full-lifecycle platform supporting entrepreneurs through ideation, funding, mentorship,…
India to Ease Foreign Investment Rules in Defence Sector India plans to significantly relax restrictions on foreign investment in defence companies, two government officials with direct knowledge of the matter have said. The reform aims to attract greater overseas participation in domestic defence manufacturing, aligning with the country’s push to strengthen its industrial base following last year’s conflict with Pakistan. Raising Investment Limits and Simplifying Rules Under the proposal, the cap on foreign direct investment (FDI) in defence firms with existing licences via the automatic route—where government approval is not required—is expected to increase from 49% to 74%, the officials…