The project aims to reuse old materials to reduce costs and promote sustainability The Indian state of Gujarat is moving towards sustainable development by modernising its road infrastructure. The state government has allocated around US$120 million in this year’s budget to build climate-resilient roads using modern technology, according to ANI, a partner of TV BRICS. Work on 20 roads across various districts will begin using green technology, reusing old materials to reduce costs and promote sustainability. The projects involve reusing…

Strong growth in connected mobility, charging infrastructure expansion, and in-vehicle technologies is reshaping India’s automotive landscape India’s electric passenger vehicle (EV) market recorded a 57 per cent year-on-year increase in the first quarter of 2026, significantly outpacing the overall passenger vehicle market growth of 13 per cent. The expansion was supported by improved charging infrastructure, competitive pricing, and rising connectivity features, according to IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. The study highlighted a sharp rise in connected EV adoption, which…

From May 13 to 15, representatives from 32 cities and five international organizations across 26 countries will gather in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, China, for the “2026 Global Mayors Dialogue Chengdu” series of events. This high-profile gathering, held in a park city, further underscores the increasingly important role of this southwestern Chinese metropolis as a host of international conferences. During the event, focusing on areas such as technological innovation, industrial collaboration, cultural exchange, and ecological security, participants will…

Leaders agree new roadmap covering pharmaceuticals, agriculture, energy and financial connectivity India and Vietnam have agreed on a strategic roadmap to increase bilateral trade to US$25 billion by 2030, marking a major step in expanding economic cooperation, as reported by ANI, a partner of TV BRICS. The announcement was made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi following talks in New Delhi with Vietnam’s President To Lam. The two leaders oversaw the exchange of multiple agreements aimed at improving market access and…

Two-phase strategy aims to boost inclusion, innovation and productivity across key sectors India has set out a roadmap to transform its economy into a US$30 trillion powerhouse by 2047, centred on the next generation of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), reports ANI, a partner of TV BRICS. The strategy outlines a two-phase approach – DPI 2.0 and DPI 3.0 – designed to accelerate inclusive growth and expand economic opportunity across society. According to experts, the plan targets a per capita income…

Local-language systems and inclusive policies bring artificial intelligence directly to villages India is accelerating the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) in rural communities by integrating it with digital public infrastructure (DPI), enabling direct access to advanced technologies for farmers, women and local institutions, reports IANS, a partner of TV BRICS, with reference to One World Outlook. India’s model shifts AI from being an urban-centric tool to a practical solution embedded in everyday rural life. By integrating AI into familiar platforms…

City accelerates clean energy transition with charging infrastructure and public sector electrification The government of Jakarta has set a target to reduce carbon emissions by 50 per cent by 2030, placing the rapid expansion of electric vehicles (EVs) at the centre of its clean energy strategy. The initiative forms part of broader efforts to curb air pollution and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with officials highlighting the growing uptake of EVs as a key driver of progress, reports ANTARA. According…

Engineering goods remain a cornerstone of India’s export economy India’s engineering goods exports have reached an unprecedented high of US$122.43 billion in the financial year 2025–26, marking a growth of around 5 per cent compared with the previous year, reports IANS, a partner of TV BRICS. In March 2026, engineering shipments recorded a 1.1 per cent year-on-year increase, reaching US$10.94 billion. Government policy support and proactive industry strategies were cited as key factors behind the record achievement. Enhanced trade facilitation…

New national initiatives and startup incubation programme aim to strengthen high-value chip design and innovation capabilities Malaysia is intensifying efforts to strengthen its semiconductor ecosystem, reports BERNAMA, a partner of TV BRICS. The move reflects a broader national push to secure long-term competitiveness and resilience in one of the world’s most critical industries. Deputy Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Mohammad Yusof Apdal highlighted the need for the country to move beyond traditional back-end activities and expand into higher-value segments…

The facility plays a strategic role in the country’s transition from fossil fuels to cleaner energy Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has opened a commercial electric vehicle assembly plant in the city of Magelang in Central Java province, according to ANTARA. He noted that the project marks an important milestone in Indonesia’s industrial development and promised continued support from the government. The plant has a production capacity of up to 10,000 electric buses per year, with around 40 per cent of…