India’s first human spaceflight from Sriharikota will lift off in 2027. There have been repeated pushbacks on the human space flight, but the technology is complex, and India is mastering it on its own. No country shares this critical technology.

German conservative leader Friedrich Merz was elected chancellor by parliament on Tuesday in a second round of voting after his new alliance with the centre-left Social Democrats was dealt a surprise defeat in the first attempt.

India and the UK have finalized a Free Trade Agreement, poised to boost economic growth and trade relations. The agreement eliminates tariffs on approximately 99% of traded goods, benefiting sectors like manufacturing, textiles, and automotive. It also includes provisions for professional visas and reduced duties on products like Scotch whisky and cars, fostering job creation and deeper collaboration.