Technology services provider RackBank has launched its new AI Datacentre Park in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. Spread across 13.5 acres, the new AI Datacentre Park has been built on an initial investment of Rs 1,000 crore, which is scalable to Rs 3,000 crore in 5 years, as per a statement from the company.

The new AI Datacentre Park, which is the first data centre campus in Chhattisgarh, was inaugurated by Chief Minister, Vishnu Deo Sai in the presence of Lakhan Lal Dewangan, Honourable Minister, Commerce and Industries, and OP Choudhary, Minister, Finance, Housing and Environment.

Spread across 13.5 acres, the new AI Datacentre Park has been built on an initial investment of Rs 1,000 crore which is scalable to Rs 3,000 crore in 5 years, the company statement noted.

In a bid to start barge services for transporting cargo across key national waterways, the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) on Tuesday (May 6, 2025) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with global logistics major Rhenus Logistics India Private Limited.

“As part of the MoU, Rhenus will introduce 100 barges in a phased manner in the national waterways while 20 barges and 6 pushers [are] to be deployed in the first phase, targeting the movement of more than one million tonnes of cargo annually by the end of 2025,” the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said in a statement.

“Inland waterways offer a remarkable opportunity to create a greener, cost-effective, and efficient logistics network,” Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbnanda Sonowal said, speaking at the event.

Air Marshal PK Ghosh, Air Officer-In-Charge, Administration presided over the closing ceremony of Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament, as the Chief Guest on 06 May 25, at Chandigarh. The 6th edition of the Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament was conducted from 29 Apr to 06 May 25 at Raghbir Singh Bhola Hockey Stadium of AF Chandigarh. The event involved participation of twelve teams, including Air Force Hockey Teams, from two foreign countries.

The hockey tournament is named after the legendary Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh DFC, whose passion for the game of hockey was unmatched. The IAF legend had always been an inspiration to air warriors as a leader who led from the front, be it during war or in the field of sports.

The final match was played between Indian Railways and Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala. The Indian Railways team won the match by 2 Goals (3-1 in the Tie Breaker) . Atuldeep and Amritpal Singh were declared as Man of the Match and Player of the tournament respectively. During a befitting award ceremony, medals and trophies were presented to the teams by the Chief Guest, along with cash awards of Rs 3,00,000/- to Winners and Rs 2,00,000/- to Runners up. Prominent International Hockey Players were also felicitated during the ceremony.

Participants in the 20th United Nations Day of Vesak Celebrations underlined the significance of solidarity in today's changing world while addressing the opening ceremony in Ho Chi Minh City on May 6.

Attending the event, themed "Unity and Inclusivity for Human Dignity: Buddhist Insights for World Peace and Sustainable Development", State President Luong Cuong affirmed that Vietnam always respects and protects everyone’s right to freedom of belief and religion, considering this an imporant foundation for strengthening the great national solidarity.

"The Party and State of Vietnam highly value and create favourable conditions for religions, including Buddhism, to operate within the framework of the law," he stressed.

“Bharat Telecom is not just a conference — it is a declaration of India’s intent to shape the future of global connectivity through innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth.” said Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, while inaugurating Bharat Telecom 2025 in New Delhi today. He said, “When ideas, innovation, and intent come together in harmony, they create not a cacophony, but a symphony — and Bharat Telecom is that symphony of global collaboration and opportunity.”

Organized by the Telecom Equipment and Services Export Promotion Council (TEPC), in collaboration with Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Bharat Telecom 2025 plays a significant role in India’s vision to become a global hub for telecom manufacturing, services, and exports. The event was inaugurated in the presence of Dr.Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, Minister of State for Communications, alongside industry leaders, foreign delegates, and innovators from across the telecom value chain. The two-day event Bharat Telecom 2025, besides providing an interactive platform for stakeholders, also showcases an Exclusive International Business Expo.

GLEX 2025 is organised by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) as the host and the Astronautical Society of India (ASI) as the co-host. This event marks a significant milestone in India's growing stature as a space power on the international stage.

Since its inception in 2010, the Global Space Exploration Conference has become a key platform for global dialogue, collaboration, and innovation in space exploration. This year’s event is set to break records, with over 1800 participants, including 233 delegates from 36 countries.

In a remarkable demonstration of global involvement, GLEX 2025 has received a record 1,275 abstracts from 57 countries, the highest ever for an IAF conference. Of these, 822 abstracts—accounting for 64%—came from India, while the remaining 453 submissions were made by international contributors.

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday announced that the City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) will set up an Edu City in Navi Mumbai, which will be the country’s first educational campus for foreign universities. Two MoUs — Rs 1,500 crore each — were signed with foreign universities at the WAVES summit.

“CIDCO signed an agreement worth Rs 1,500 crore with University of York from the UK and another MoU worth Rs 1,500 crore with Western Australia University. These universities will set up their off-shore campuses in Navi Mumbai,” said Fadnavis. He added that discussions with three other prominent universities was complete and UGC clearance was awaited.

“In addition five more universities have held primary talks. We are setting up the country’s first educational campus with foreign universities in Navi Mumbai and two MoUs were signed today,” he said.

In a unique initiative to promote public awareness and railway safety, Western Railway has entered into a collaboration with the fictional character Chhota Bheem, from an Indian animated comedy adventure television series for educational and outreach activities.

Western Railway Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO), Vineet Abhishek, spoke to ANI and said, "Chhota Bheem is a 100 per cent Indian character that entertains and educates kids... We also try to reach our passengers for their safety or other things. When the Prime Minister praised the cartoon character in Mann Ki Baat, we thought of collaboration between Chhota Bheem and Western Railways and intensifying the reach among passengers."

"Usually our passengers are adults, but we have noticed that by reaching kids through Chhota Bheem, we can reach passengers as well... If the kids convey our messages, they will understand better. This is we have established a letter of collaboration," he added.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, accompanied by Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary, flagged off the 'Mahila Samvad' campaign on Friday, April 18, aiming for women empowerment ahead of the Assembly polls.

The campaign is a state-wide outreach programme that aims to engaging with over two crore women across 70,000 locations in Bihar.

The campaign, which will run for about two months, is being seen as a significant pre-election initiative by the state government in the lead-up to the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025.

At the All India Football Federation (AIFF) Awards 2025, Subhasish Bose was named the Men’s Player of the Year, while Soumya Guguloth took home the Women’s Player of the Year award for the 2024-25 season at Bhubaneswar last evening. Reacting to his win, Subhasish acknowledged the challenges of the season.

Khalid Jamil was awarded Best Men’s Coach and Sujata Kar received the Best Women’s Coach honour. Vishal Kaith and Elangbam Panthoi Chanu were named Best Goalkeepers in the men’s and women’s categories respectively. Rising stars Brison Fernandes and Toijam Thoibisana Chanu were recognised as the Most Promising Players of the Year.

Speaking on the occasion, AIFF President, Kalyan Chaubey praised Odisha’s commitment to football, highlighting its top-tier infrastructure and support for the sport. Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo also attended the award ceremony. In a social media post, he said the future of Indian football shines bright with rising stars like Brison Fernandes and Thoibisana Chanu, crowned as the most promising players of the year.