India carries out maiden test of indigenous engine for future tanks, which will power Arjuns & FRCVs
This paves the way for India using indigenous engines & not being dependent on foreign ones. The 1,500 HP engine will be used for Arjun MK-1A instead of German engine chosen initially. Key Points
ThePrintSpiceJet case: Third party agency to inspect condition of engine to avoid dispute later on, HC says
The Delhi High Court asked for the name of a third-party agency to inspect and certify the condition of SpiceJet's engine, which was leased to Brussels on an as is where is basis. The court on Monday had asked SpiceJet to respond to the offer. SpiceJet has already returned eight of the nine engines it had leased from engine Lease Finance. The court has also directed SpiceJet to inform the court if it could deliver the engine under a 2017 agreement. Key Points
Economic TimesJeff Bezos invests in AI-powered startup: Can Perplexity challenge Google?
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos has invested in Perplexity, which can challenge Google. It works as a chatbot-style search engine that responds to queries using OpenAIs GPT technology. It has been reported that it produces a direct text response to questions, rather than website links, using information from online sources. Know in detail. Key Points
Economic TimesGoogle launches new feature to help you save fuel. Here is how it works
Google Maps has introduced a new feature in India that helps users save fuel by providing estimates of fuel or energy efficiency for different routes. By considering real-time traffic and road conditions, along with fuel or energy efficiency, the app identifies the most fuel or energy-efficient route, even if it differs from the fastest route. Key Points
Economic TimesAshok Leyland introduces AL H6 Diesel – CEV Stage V engine. Details here
Ashok Leyland has introduced the AL H6 Diesel CEV stage V engine at Excon 2023 on Wednesday. The company noted that the H6 engines reflect a sign of ‘enduring reliability and efficiency’ with most Original Equipment Manufacturers continuing to use them for track and wheel harvester applications. Key Points
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'Incorrect assessment' led to delays in development of HAL's intermediate jet trainer, says CAG
Govt had sanctioned Rs 180 crore for project in 1999. Improper engine selection had a cascading effect on design and development process of aircraft, says auditor. Key Points
ThePrintSingapore court tells Pratt & Whitney to supply engines to Go First
Go First stopped flying and appealed for insolvency proceedings in the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) on May 2 due to cash problems and after it had to ground more than half of its 54 planes because of supply issues from the American engine maker. Supply of engines will give it some hope to resume its grounded operations. Key Points
Economic TimesUpcoming cars and bikes in India to launch next week: Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Invicto, Harley Davidson X440, more
July brings exciting prospects for SUV enthusiasts in India with the launch of three new models, including an electric SUV. Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Invicto, Triumph Speed 400, Scrambler 400 X, and Harley Davidson X440 are set to hit the market. Key Points
mintExplained | Why is the U.S.-India fighter jet deal important?
With General Electric and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited signing a memorandum of understanding to co-produce F414 engines in India, how will it boost IAF strength? Will the U.S. government and Congressional approvals come through for the deal? Key Points
The HinduJet engine deal ensures 80% technology transfer to HAL; first engine in three years
The jet engine deal with US is an “almost done” deal and will see 80% technology transfer by General Electric (GE) to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The first engine will roll out three years after the contract is ready. Key Points
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MoU between General Electric and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited — an opportunity for India to master jet engine technologies
Memorandum of Understanding between General Electric and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for the manufacture of GE F-414 jet engines in India, for the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk 2 heralds a major high-technology cooperation between the oldest and largest democracies, which the U.S. has shared with very few of its closest allies. Key Points
The HinduTrain runs over staffer during shunting at railway workshop
A senior pointsman at Western Railway's workshop in Lower Parel was run over by a train during a shunting operation, possibly due to a technical issue with the tracks. The incident is being investigated. | Mumbai news Key Points
Hindustan TimesNCLT directs Go First resolution professional to ensure protection of engine lessors' assets
The National Company Law Tribunal has directed the resolution professional of Go First airline to ensure the maintenance of nine engines leased from SMBC Afro engine Lease BV and engine Lease Finance BV. The tribunal cleared the appointment of Shailendra Ajmera of EY as the resolution professional, replacing interim RP Abhilash Lal. The engine lessors have requested the return of their assets following the cancellation of their leases before the initiation of the corporate insolvency resolution process (CIRP). Key Points
Economic TimesShell launches new range of synthetic oils for passenger cars
The Shell Helix HX6 5W-30 and Shell Helix SUV 5W-30 are multi-fuel compatible products and are priced at Rs 1,575 and Rs 2,576 respectively for 3.5-litre packages. Key Points
FinancialexpressPM Modi’s US visit: Jet-engine tech on top agenda
India and the US are inching closer to signing a military jet engine. The mega military deal will be announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to the US next month, according to the sources. Key Points
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No headway with AMCA fighter jet engine; a quest for new engine propulsion technology lingers
For indigenous advanced fighter jet, India is making efforts to join hands with at least three foreign original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). However, there are concerns over the engine development roadmap. The quest for the smart engine based on new propulsion technology remains. How is it unfolding? Key Points
FinancialexpressKia Seltos 2023 launched with increased price. Check new price, features, more
The 2023 Kia Seltos is now exclusively offered with two engine options: the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol and the 1.5-litre turbo diesel. The 1.5-litre petrol engine can be paired with either a 6-speed manual or a CVT, whereas the 1.5 diesel engine comes with a new 6-speed iMT gearbox and continues to offer the 6-speed torque converter option. The 6-speed manual transmission on the diesel engine has been removed from the lineup. Key Points
mint4 car insurance add-on covers can help you save thousands on monsoon damages. Who should buy?
Unless you have certain specific add-on covers, your insurer will not pay a penny to fix your car engine if damaged due to waterlogging. Add-ons are optional coverage that can be added to a comprehensive car insurance policy to enhance its coverage and provide additional protection. Here are the four add-ons that are a must during the monsoon season. Key Points
Economic Timesengine was running: ‘Drunk’ staff blames loco pilot for Mathura train mishap
Sachin, the railway staff who entered the engine, blamed loco pilot Govind Hari Sharma, saying who left the train before him. Sachin alleged that the Govind kept the engine running, which is why the throttle was pushed forward and the train moved forward rapidly, when he kept his bag. Key Points
India TodayHigh power at high efficiency — How team with IISc scientists made ‘impossible engine’
IISc and Jawaharlal Nehru Centre For Advanced Scientific Research scientists develop engine with no heat loss. Study published this week in journal 'Nature Communications'. Key Points
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Upcoming cars launching in April. Maruti Fronx, Lamborghini Urus S among others
Maruti Suzuki's Fronx SUV, MG Motor's Comet EV, and Mercedes-Benz's AMG GT 63 S E Performance are among the highly anticipated cars set to release in India next month. Additionally, a few other models are expected to debut soon. Here's a quick overview of the upcoming releases in April. Key Points
mintSafran ready to transfer tech for making fighter jets in India: Indian Ambassador to France Jawed Ashraf
India's Ambassador to France, Jawed Ashraf, provided insights into the ongoing discussions between India and Safran regarding the Shakti jet engine deal. The focus is to align the engine specifications with India's future fighter jet requirements. The deal aims to go beyond technology transfer and delve into design, metallurgy, and other critical elements. Safran has expressed willingness for 100% technology transfer. Key Points
Economic TimesPratt & Whitney, India's Awiros unveil 'Percept', an AI inspector with digital eyes on aircraft engine
Pratt & Whitney has partnered with Indian start-up Awiros to develop an AI-powered aircraft engine analysis tool called Percept. The cloud-based platform enables real-time responses on parts availability and helps reduce time and effort involved in pre- and post-lease analysis of aircraft engines. It relies on Awiros Video Intelligence Operating System to carry out inspections remotely, and is expected to save up to 90% of the usual inspection time. The Percept solution will be used exclusively for Pratt & Whitney's most advanced commercial engines. Key Points
Economic TimesSkyroot testfires 3D-printed cryogenic engine
Skyroot plans to carry out its first orbital flight by the year-end, with the updated Vikram II rocket scheduled to become launch-ready by next year, according to the company. This schedule will make the company the first private launcher from South Asia. Key Points
The Indian ExpressNew compact cars from Maruti, Hyundai, Tata to launch in 2023. Check the list.
India's top three car manufacturers - Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, and Tata - have planned to launch a range of new compact cars this year. Here's a look at the upcoming models. Key Points
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engine Capital pushes for changes at cancer therapy developer 2seventy bio
Activist investor engine Capital on Wednesday sent a letter to the board of cancer therapy developer 2seventy bio (TSVT.O), urging a board refresh and the appointment of its chief operating officer Chip Baird as CEO, among other changes. Key Points
Reuters5 budget-friendly good looking family cars you can consider buying
There are budget-friendly cars available in the market. They are attractive and also give a good mileage. Key Points
Hindustan TimesThe nuts and bolts of the engine Modi brings to power Atmanirbhar Bharat
General Electric's GE Aerospace has signed an MoU with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), to make the fighter jet engine GE414 in India, a significant step in shifting Indias dependence on foreign countries for its military aircraft. India currently buys its fighter jets from Russia and France, but with the transfer of technology of GE414, the country will have more independence in producing its jet fighters. Key Points
Economic TimesISRO completes final test for Gaganyaan rocket engine that can carry humans to space
India's ISRO has human-rated its CE20 cryogenic engine for Gaganyaan missions. The engine powers the cryogenic stage of the LVM3 launch vehicle. Ground qualification tests assessed thrust, mixture ratio, and propellant tank pressure. The engine for the first unmanned mission has been successfully tested. Key Points
Economic TimesCummins India posts 23% rise in Q2 profit on lower costs
Diesel and natural gas engine maker Cummins India (CUMM.NS) reported a 23% rise in second-quarter profit on Tuesday as lower expenses helped offset slowing engine demand. Key Points
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Two coaches, engine of Suhaildev Express derail at Prayagraj station in UP, no casualty reported
The train started from the station and two wheels of the engine went off the track. Two coaches behind the engine also got derailed. However, no casualty was reported, Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay, Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO), North Central Railway (NCR), said. Key Points
Economic TimesSee eventual split in platforms for ICE, electric passenger vehicles: Tata Motors' Martin Uhlarik
Tata Motors plans to eventually split the platforms for its conventional engine and electric vehicles to create unique products and fully harness the potential of electric vehicles. The company's Global Head of Design, Martin Uhlarik, stated that electric vehicles developed on traditional platforms are hindered in terms of range and battery layout. Key Points
Economic TimesIndiGo reports two engine shutdown incidents mid-air, both aircraft land safely
IndiGo too released a statement for the incident reported on its aircraft flying from Madurai to Mumbai, stating it had a technical issue prior to landing in Mumbai. The pilot prioritized the landing in Mumbai. The aircraft is held at Mumbai and will be back in operations after necessary maintenance. We regret the inconvenience caused to the passengers, Indigo said. Key Points
Economic TimesU.S. court denies Go First emergency arbitration in Pratt & Whitney dispute
Go First, had in May sought an emergency arbitration to prevent it from going out of business and blamed Raytheon Technologies-owned engine maker for its financial woes and bankruptcy filing. It alleged that the U.S. firm supplied faulty engines and failed to replace them on time, resulting in the grounding of half of its fleet. Key Points
Economic TimesJuly launch alert: Check these three new cars set to hit Indian market | Details
Equipped with a 1.2-litre, four-cylinder, naturally aspirated petrol engine, the Hyundai's new micro SUV claims to deliver impressive performance. Key Points
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Google Maps will now help you save fuel: Here’s how the feature works
Google Maps, the go-to app for navigation, introduces a fuel-saving feature in India, providing estimates on fuel or energy efficiency for different routes. This feature, initially launched in the US, Canada, and Europe, is now available to Indian users. Key Points
India TodayTransformative moment: BEML successfully test fires indigenous 1500 HP engine for military tanks
India's public sector BEML has achieved a significant milestone by successfully test-firing its indigenous 1500 HP engine for military vehicles. The engine, equipped with advanced technologies, represents a paradigm shift in military propulsion systems. The project, inaugurated by Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane, signifies a step towards realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat. The project, initiated in 2020, is expected to be completed by mid-2025, with the production of 20 such engines in the next year for further trials. Key Points
Economic TimesFrom Hyundai Creta N Line to Tata Curvv: Upcoming SUVs expected to debut this year
Indian SUV market experiences growth with record-breaking sales in 2023. Tata set to launch innovative Curvv with digital features. Mahindra introduces Thar 5-door variant and XUV300 facelift. Hyundai to launch Creta N Line and Alcazar facelift with updated designs and features. Key Points
mintIndia's Skyroot successfully test fires 3D-printed rocket engine | Watch
Dhawan-II is a 3.5 Kilo Newton (kN) engine named after India's top rocket scientist Dr. Satish Dhawan. Key Points
India TodayGo First vs P&W: Are engine issues really behind airline’s financial crisis?
Embattled Go First has blamed P&W for faulty engines that led to the ongoing financial crisis, and subsequently forced to file an involuntary insolvency plea. But are P&W engine issues really behind Go First's financial troubles? Here's all you need to know. Key Points
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Watch: Shocking moment as plane's engine catches fire just before take off
A flight was aborted at Brazil's Rio de Janeiro after a plane's engine burst into flames on the runway before take off. No passengers were hurt in the incident. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesThese car insurance add-ons worth Rs 6,500 can save you from paying Rs 3.5 lakh for rain damages
Car insurance add-ons: Some of the must-have add-on covers during monsoon season are — engine protection cover, zero depreciation cover, 24x7 roadside assistance, return to invoice and consumable covers. Before you buy add-on covers, you must take a look at how much they cost and how much you will save. Read on Key Points
Economic TimesOpenAI unveils its voice cloning tool ‘Voice Engine’; restricts it to testers only: Here's why
OpenAI unveils Voice engine for voice replication, emphasizing responsible deployment and ethical guidelines. Limited release to early testers to mitigate risks of misuse. Poised to compete in speech recognition market, shaping future human-computer interaction. Key Points
mintGE, HAL sign MoU for manufacture of jet engines in India; U.S. Congress approval awaited
Amid the ongoing U.S. visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, engine manufacturer GE Aerospace on June 22 announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to produce fighter jet engines for the indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA). Key Points
The HinduAnother jet engine powers PM Narendra Modi's France visit after GE deal in the US
While the highlight of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's France visit is the acquisition of 26 Rafale M fighter jets and 3 more Scorpene class submarines for the Navy, the development of a new jet engine in India can also be announced. Right after Modi's US visit, which featured critical tech transfer from the US to India, French Ambassador to India Emmanuel Lenain said that France had been a pioneer in the transfer of technology to India and that no other country was ready to go as far in support to Aatmanirbhar Bharat. Key Points
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india jet engine deal modi america explained teas aircraft technology defence
What is the proposed jet engine deal that the India and U.S. are expected to conclude during PM Modi’s tour? How significant is it for India? Key Points
The HinduSearchGPT from OpenAI arrives, challenges Google Search for web queries
OpenAI has recently introduced SearchGPT, an AI-powered search engine. This can be a major competition for Google and other search engines. Key Points
India TodayIndia’s jets with India’s jet engines? Tough ask
Most of Tejas — a bunch of them flew in Pokhran on Tuesday — is Made-in-India. But its engine isn’t. Just four countries make their own jet engines. E Key Points
Times Of IndiaSupply chain challenges to hit aircraft deliveries for Indian airlines: Report
Indian airlines are facing supply chain challenges and engine failure issues, potentially impacting aircraft deliveries to domestic airlines. The country has a total order book of around 1,700 aircraft, more than double the current fleet size. Icra predicts gradual deliveries over the next decade, influenced by supply chain issues and OEMs. Key Points
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