China blocks Meta’s $2 billion AI deal, flags security concerns

IANS | April 29, 2026 2:44 PM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) China has blocked Meta’s proposed $2 billion acquisition of artificial intelligence startup Manus, citing national security concerns, in a move that signals tighter regulatory scrutiny of cross-border technology deals, a new report has said.

India's top cities record 8 pc growth in warehousing absorption in Q1

IANS | April 29, 2026 11:50 AM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) India’s top seven cities recorded warehousing and logistics absorption of 11.4 million square feet in Q1 2026, posting a 8 per cent quarter‑on‑quarter increase and the fourth consecutive quarter of sequential growth, a report said on Wednesday.

Centre mulls higher biofuel blends as alternative fuels, raises vehicle weight cap

IANS | April 29, 2026 10:36 AM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) The government has proposed widening the definition of automotive fuels to include higher blends of ethanol and biodiesel, as part of efforts to promote cleaner and more diversified energy use in the transport sector, according to a draft notification issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.