January 24, 2026

Air India to Launch Boeing 787-9 with Seat Limits Pending FAA Approval from Feb 1

Air India will start flying its new Boeing 787-9 on Mumbai-Frankfurt route from February 1. Some business class doors and 18 economy seats await FAA approval and won’t be in use for now.

January 24, 2026

TikTok US Venture to Collect Precise Location Data from Users

TikTok's new US joint venture updates its privacy policy to collect exact location data from Americans. The change comes after Oracle and partners took control from ByteDance, sparking privacy concerns.

January 24, 2026

Delays Hit India's Advanced Battery Manufacturing Targets Under ACC-PLI Scheme

India's Advanced Chemistry Cell Production Linked Incentive (ACC-PLI) scheme faces delays due to visa issues and local manufacturing rules. Only 1.4 GWh commissioned out of planned 50 GWh by 2026. Key firms like Ola Electric and Rajesh Exports lag behind, risking the EV battery market growth.

January 24, 2026

VIT Chennai and The Hindu Launch Webinar Series on Biotechnology Innovations and Careers

VIT Chennai and The Hindu team up to host a webinar series on biotechnology innovations in January 2026. The first session, ‘Careers in Biotechnology,’ is set for January 25 with expert speakers and covers key advances and career paths in biotech.

January 23, 2026

HAL to Showcase Super Jet 100 and Dhruv NG at Wings India 2026 in Hyderabad

HAL will display its civil aircraft, including the new Super Jet 100, at Wings India 2026 in Hyderabad. Highlights include Dhruv NG, H-228, and demonstration flights. This marks HAL's push in regional connectivity and Make in India.