Author: Deshwale Editorial Desk

The Maharashtra government has proposed raising the height limit for high-rise buildings in Mumbai. Currently, the height limit stands at 120 metres, but this could increase to 180 metres. However, the change must first receive approval from the BMC’s Technical Committee. At present, buildings of 120 metres can accommodate around 40 floors. With the proposed change, high-rise buildings could rise to 50 or 60 floors. This would help address Mumbai’s growing space constraints. The real estate industry has widely welcomed the proposal. Many experts see it as a step towards solving the city’s housing issues. According to Prashant Sharma, President…

In a strategic effort to enhance local tourism, Jammu and Kashmir authorities are exploring new opportunities in the Jammu region, anticipating a significant influx of visitors due to the newly established rail connectivity to Srinagar. Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo held a meeting with tourism stakeholders to discuss strategies for promoting local attractions and improving tourism infrastructure. The government is focused on developing diverse tourism packages that encourage visitors to explore lesser-known destinations. Key attractions include Shiv Khori, a renowned cave shrine, and the Chenab Rail Bridge, which is set to become a major landmark. In addition, the administration has proposed…

RRP Semiconductor Ltd. has entered the fabless semiconductor market. The company completed an IP transfer of Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) design from its European partners. This step allows RRP to design and develop semiconductor solutions independently. The transfer includes the full ASIC design workflow. RRP now offers services ranging from front-end design to back-end integration. The company will also handle wafer production. It aims to provide customised chips for the automotive sector, which currently relies heavily on imports. RRP expects to generate between $25 million and $100 million in revenue within the next two years. The global ASIC market is…

The Indian government is considering the introduction of annual and lifetime toll passes for private car owners, allowing unlimited access to national highways (NHs) through a one-time payment. The proposed annual pass is expected to be priced affordably, while the lifetime pass will be available at a competitive rate. This initiative aims to address concerns regarding rising toll costs and the inconvenience caused by numerous toll plazas. By offering these passes, the government hopes to make travel more convenient and economical for frequent highway users. Currently, private vehicles constitute a significant portion of traffic on NHs but contribute a smaller…

The Manipal Entrepreneurship Summit (MES) 2025, organised by Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) and executed by E-Cell MIT, will take place from February 6 to 8, 2025. This year marks the eighth edition of the summit, which aims to foster innovation and collaboration among students. The theme, “Fuelling Future Founders,” reflects the event’s goal of empowering student entrepreneurs through mentorship, guidance, and a supportive startup ecosystem. Key Events The summit will feature notable speakers, including Dr. Arokiaswamy Velumani, founder of Thyrocare. He will inaugurate the event and deliver the keynote address on February 6. On the same day, Ashneer…

Voting for the Delhi Assembly Elections 2025 began at 7 am today, with a three-way contest between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and Congress. Polling stations across the capital saw a steady flow of voters as residents exercised their franchise to elect representatives for the 70-member assembly. Voter Turnout and Key Developments As of 1 pm, voter turnout stood at 33.31%, reflecting a moderate pace of polling. The Election Commission reported a smooth voting process in most areas, though isolated incidents of electoral malpractice, including cash distribution and voter fraud, were under investigation. High Stakes for…

Beacon has introduced a new feature called India Bill Pay. It allows Canadian immigrants to pay bills in India directly using Canadian dollars. The service supports payments for over 21,000 types of bills in India. You can access it through the Beacon Money app, available on both Google Play and iOS. India Bill Pay was developed in partnership with Bharat Connect (BBPS) and YES BANK. This feature gives NRIs a convenient way to pay bills in India from abroad. It solves the common challenges NRIs face when managing bills for their family or personal matters in India. Aditya Mhatre, Co-Founder…

President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met at the White House to discuss the ongoing war in Gaza, ceasefire efforts, and Israel’s military strategy. While the meeting was expected to focus on ending hostilities, it took a surprising turn when Trump proposed a controversial vision for Gaza’s future. Trump’s Plan: “Make Gaza Beautiful Again” During the discussions, Trump suggested that the United States could play a role in rebuilding Gaza after the war. He described a vision of transforming the territory into what he called “the Riviera of the Middle East” and emphasized US-led reconstruction efforts. His…

Yotta Data Services has introduced ‘myShakti,’ India’s first sovereign B2C generative AI chatbot. It is powered by the open-source DeepSeek model. The chatbot provides secure and reliable AI assistance while ensuring data sovereignty by being entirely hosted on Indian servers. A Major Step Toward AI Self-Reliance The launch of myShakti marks a major milestone in India’s AI journey. Developed to support businesses, researchers, and individual users, myShakti offers a secure alternative to global AI chatbots. By using DeepSeek, the chatbot enables efficient AI-powered interactions. It also ensures data storage and processing remain within the country. According to Darshan Hiranandani, CEO…