As part of its ambitious tourism strategy, Oman is focusing on attracting international tourists, particularly from India, with a goal to draw 11.7 million visitors annually by 2040. The country is keen on capitalizing on historical ties with India, which has consistently been one of its key tourist markets. Oman’s tourism efforts are aligned with its Vision 2040, emphasizing sustainable growth, preservation of cultural heritage, and the development of eco-friendly attractions.

India’s electricity consumption rose by 2.2% in April 2025, reaching 147.48 billion units (BU) compared to 144.28 BU in April 2024, reflecting a steady increase in energy use. Concurrently, the country's peak power demand surged to 235.19 gigawatts (GW), setting a new benchmark for the month. This upward trend is expected to continue, with experts forecasting a significant rise in demand as the country braces for hotter-than-usual temperatures in the coming months.

In a significant development for India's electronics manufacturing sector, Dixon Technologies has entered into a joint venture agreement with Taiwanese IT hardware giant Inventec Corporation. The partnership, which results in the creation of Dixon IT Devices Private Limited, will focus on the local manufacturing of personal computers, components, and servers. This venture represents a key step in Dixon’s strategy to expand its footprint in the IT hardware space and contribute to India's burgeoning manufacturing sector under the Make in India initiative.

Food delivery and quick commerce giant Eternal Ltd, which owns the well-known brands Zomato and Blinkit, reported a consolidated net profit of Rs. 39 crore for the fourth quarter of FY2025, marking a significant decline from the Rs. 175 crore profit posted in the same period last year. Despite this drop in profits, the company saw a sharp rise in revenue from operations, with a year-on-year increase from Rs. 3,562 crore to Rs. 5,833 crore. However, Eternal also faced rising expenses and a widening loss in its quick commerce business, Blinkit.

India has played a pivotal role in advancing the world’s largest nuclear fusion project, ITER (International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor), with the successful completion of the core magnet system. This milestone brings scientists closer to harnessing fusion energy, a promising carbon-free and virtually limitless power source. Unlike nuclear fission, which generates hazardous waste, fusion combines hydrogen atoms at extremely high temperatures, offering an environmentally safe alternative.

The Amazon Great Summer Sale has arrived with compelling offers on Apple’s flagship products, including the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus. The price drops on these popular devices make this an opportune time for both tech enthusiasts and casual consumers to upgrade to some of the latest iPhone models at substantial discounts. With significant markdowns, limited-time offers, and additional bank-specific discounts, Apple’s latest smartphones are now more affordable than ever.

Google is preparing to showcase the next major iteration of its mobile operating system, Android 16, on May 13 at The Android Show: I/O Edition. While the core design remains largely consistent with Android 15, several significant user interface upgrades have been discovered in the beta builds. These enhancements—currently hidden by default—include a redesigned notification panel, advanced lock screen customization, and updated visual elements.

In a significant move toward expanding access to advanced artificial intelligence features, Samsung Electronics announced a major update to its popular Galaxy A series. Select models—specifically the Galaxy A56 5G, A36 5G, and A26 5G—will soon support the activation of Google’s Gemini AI assistant via the side button, a feature previously exclusive to the flagship Galaxy S series. This update marks a strategic effort by Samsung to democratize premium AI experiences and enhance user engagement through more intuitive mobile interaction.

In a high-stakes testimony before the US government's ongoing antitrust trial, Google CEO Sundar Pichai expressed optimism about integrating Google's flagship artificial intelligence platform, Gemini, into Apple’s iPhones. This development marks a significant shift in the dynamic between the two tech giants, who have long been rivals yet maintained a collaborative relationship. Pichai revealed that discussions with Apple are underway, with hopes to finalize an agreement by mid-year.

TVS Motor Company has delivered robust performance in April 2025, posting a 16% year-on-year increase in overall sales, reaching a total of 4,43,896 units. This growth reflects the company’s ongoing strategic initiatives and market resilience. The strong performance is largely driven by a notable 15% rise in two-wheeler sales, further fueled by a significant surge in exports. The company also experienced a 7% year-on-year growth in domestic two-wheeler sales, showcasing its continued dominance in the Indian market.