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  Air Taxis Air taxis: The dream of the "flying car" is finally shedding its sci-fi skin and becoming a reality . Air taxis represent the next great leap in urban mobility—turning the congested, two-dimensional grid of our streets into a seamless, three-dimensional skyway. ​The Poetry of the Ascent ​Imagine swapping an hour-long crawl through brake lights and grey asphalt for a ten-minute glide above the skyline. Air taxis—specifically eVTOLs (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft—are designed to whisper through the air, powered by clean energy and quiet rotors. ​The Gift of Time: They reclaim the hours lost to traffic, turning a grueling commute into a moment of scenic transition. ​Silent Elegance: Unlike thundering helicopters, these craft use distributed electric propulsion to stay as quiet as a passing breeze. ​Urban Harmony: By utilizing "vertiports" on existing rooftops, they integrate into the city without requiring new, invasive infrastructure. ​...

IND🇮🇳 vs USA🇺🇸ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026: I ndia Wins by 29 Runs  IND🇮🇳 vs USA🇺🇸ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026: India Wins by 29 Runs  at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai on Saturday.   Score : USA - 132/8 INDIA - 161/9 Key Highlights ​Suryakumar Yadav’s Captain’s Knock: Leading from the front, Surya (SKY) stabilized a shaky Indian start with a brilliant 84 off 48 balls, helping India reach a defendable total after a top-order collapse. ​USA's Bowling Spark : American bowler Shadley van Schalkwyk rattled the Indian middle order, finishing with impressive figures of 4/25.   ​Indian Bowling Dominance : Despite a spirited chase by the USA, India's pace attack led by Arshdeep Singh (2/18) and Hardik Pandya kept the scoring under control. Axar Patel provided crucial breakthroughs in the middle overs to stifle the American momentum.   ​🇮🇳 Team India Overview ​This match signals a new era for Indian T20 cricket following the retirements of stalwarts Rohit S...

India vs England, U19 World Cup Final: India beat England by 100 runs to win their 6th Under-19 World Cup trophy.  Important To note that  India now holds the record for the largest margin of victory (by runs) in a U19 World Cup final, surpassing Australia’s previous 79-run record. India vs England: U19 World Cup 2026 - Final Highlights:   India vs England: U19 World Cup 2026 - Final Highlights: ​India secured a historic sixth U19 World Cup title today, February 6, 2026, with a commanding 100-run victory over England at the Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe. The match was defined by a record-shattering batting display and a clinical bowling performance that cemented India’s dominance in youth cricket. ​Match Summary: ​Toss: India won the toss and elected to bat first. ​India Score : 411/9 (50 overs) ​England Score : 311/10 (40.2 overs) ​Result: India won by 100 runs. ​Key Highlights ​1. The Suryavanshi Storm ​The headline of the day was 14-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavan...

Mexico Imposes Up to 50% Tariffs on Indian Imports After Crushing US Tariffs: The steep hikes by Mexico have devastated several Indian industries already reeling under crushing US tariffs. Mexico has announced additional tariffs of up to 50% on select Indian imports starting January 1, 2026, marking a significant shift in bilateral trade dynamics. Mexico has recently approved a significant trade policy shift that directly impacts Indian exporters. Following a Senate vote in December 2025, Mexico is set to impose or extend steep import tariffs on countries with which it does not have a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), including India and China. ​The new tariff regime is scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026.   ​Key Details of the Tariffs: ​The measures target over 1,400 product lines and are designed to protect domestic Mexican industries and align with North American trade priorities (USMCA). Sector Estimated:  New Tariff Rate Automobiles & Parts - Up to 50% ~20% Ste...

  India & US Strike long-delayed trade deal: Highlights - US Cut Tariffs On Indian Import To 18% In a major diplomatic breakthrough on February 2–3, 2026, India and the United States officially sealed a long-delayed trade agreement. The deal, announced following a high-level phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump, marks a significant de-escalation of the trade tensions that had peaked in late 2025. US President Donald Trump's decision to lower reciprocal tariffs on India from 50% to 18% has been met with a sense of relief in Asia's third-largest economy ​Key Provisions of the Deal: ​The agreement is built on a "reciprocity" framework, addressing both tariff relief and massive purchase commitments: ​Tariff Reductions : The U.S. has reduced the reciprocal tariff on "Made in India" goods to 18%, down from the previous base of 25% (and an effective 50% when including prior penalties). ​Removal of Oil Penalties: Washington ...

  The Union Budget 2026: The Union Budget 2026–27 was presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on 1st February, 2026.  This budget is characterized by a "growth-first" approach, focusing on infrastructure,high-tech manufacturing, & digital transformation in agriculture.  Here is a brief summary of the key highlights: ​1. Macro-Economic Framework ​Total Outlay:  The budget size is pegged at ₹53.5 lakh crore.  ​ Fiscal Deficit : Targeted at 4.3% of GDP for FY27, continuing the path of fiscal consolidation.  ​ Capex Push : Capital expenditure has been raised to ₹12.2 lakh crore, an 11.5% increase, to fuel infrastructure growth.  ​2. Taxation and Personal Finance ​New Tax Act: The government announced that the Income Tax Act, 2025 will come into effect from April 1, 2026, aimed at simplifying the 60-year-old tax code.  ​Tax Slabs : There were no changes to the income tax slabs. The new regime remains the default, with income up to ₹12.75 l...