India's automotive sector records 33 deals worth $1.7 billion in Q3

IANS | October 21, 2026 12:44 PM

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) India’s automotive sector recorded 33 deals worth $1.7 billion in Q3 2026, up from 20 transactions valued at $717 million in the previous quarter, driven by a rise in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private capital deployment and renewed public‑market fundraising, according to a report released on Wednesday.

Over 100 Japanese firms establish GCCs in India as AI innovation hubs

IANS | October 21, 2026 12:12 PM

New Delhi, Oct 21 (IANS) More than 100 Japanese companies have established or expanded Global Capability Centres in India, with the centres’ focus shifting from back‑office work to strategic capabilities such as artificial intelligence (AI), engineering, digital innovation, product development, cybersecurity and advanced analytics, a report said on Wednesday.

India’s nuclear plan dedicated to peaceful purposes: Jitendra Singh

IANS | October 20, 2026 5:30 PM

New Delhi, Oct 20 (IANS) India’s nuclear programme is dedicated to peaceful purposes and not warfare, Union Minister of State for Atomic Energy Jitendra Singh has said, reaffirming the vision that has guided the country’s nuclear journey since its inception.