Pawan Kumar Chandana, a former scientist at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has become a prominent figure in India’s emerging private space industry. Chandana is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Skyroot Aerospace, a Hyderabad-based startup preparing to launch Vikram-1, which is expected to be the first privately developed orbital rocket from India. Chandana joined ISRO in 2012, driven by a strong interest in rocket technology and space exploration. After working with the national space agency, he later decided to move into the private sector with the goal of building a global…

Indian Railways is planning to introduce five new train services through Bareilly as part of efforts to strengthen rail connectivity and improve travel options between northern India and major metropolitan destinations. According to railway officials, the proposal includes two Vande Bharat Express trains and three Amrit Bharat Expressservices that would operate through Bareilly. The planned routes are expected to connect passengers to cities such as Jaipur, Mumbai, Agra and Bengaluru. Route Surveys in Progress Officials from Northern Railway and North Eastern Railway have started conducting route surveys to determine the most suitable paths for the proposed services. The surveys are aimed at assessing infrastructure…

Reports from parts of India indicate that liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders are being sold at higher prices in informal markets amid concerns about supply disruptions linked to the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. According to market reports cited by local traders and businesses, the conflict in the Middle East has affected some fuel shipments from the Gulf region, raising concerns about possible supply constraints. These concerns have reportedly triggered panic buying in certain areas and contributed to the emergence of higher prices outside the official distribution system. Reports of Higher Unofficial…