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ideaForge’s Q6 V2 UAV Assigned NATO Stock Number, Boosting India’s Global Defence Exports

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Bengaluru, September 10, 2025: ideaForge Technology Limited, India’s leading drone manufacturer, has announced that its tactical surveillance UAV, Q6 V2, has been assigned a NATO Stock Number (NSN) under the NATO Codification System. This recognition enables NATO and allied forces to procure the drone through standardized global defence supply channels.

The milestone marks another success for India’s growing defence manufacturing sector and highlights ideaForge’s ability to deliver export-ready unmanned systems that meet international standards of quality, interoperability, and mission readiness. ideaForge’s SWITCH UAV had already received an NSN earlier.

The Q6 V2 is a high-endurance, lightweight, VTOL-capable UAV designed for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. Built entirely in India, it offers advanced EO/IR payloads, autonomous navigation, secure communications, and rapid deployment in under 10 minutes. The platform features:

60 minutes of endurance

5 km operational range (day and night)

5.9 kg payload capacity

Proven deployment in diverse terrains, including high-altitude and disaster-hit zones


Already in service with Indian defence and homeland security forces, the Q6 V2 has demonstrated operational reliability in both military and disaster management missions.

NATO Stock Numbers are 13-digit identifiers recognized by 68 nations for sourcing and lifecycle support of military equipment. The codification confirms that the Q6 V2 meets strict global classification norms and can be seamlessly integrated into international defence logistics and procurement systems.

Vipul Joshi, CFO of ideaForge, said: “The NATO Stock Number codification for the Q6 V2 is not just a technical validation but a strategic step toward global interoperability. It underlines India’s position as a trusted source of mission-ready UAVs and strengthens our role in international defence innovation.”

With the NSN in place, ideaForge is exploring partnerships with global system integrators and OEMs to expand the Q6 V2’s footprint in NATO-aligned operations. Together with the SWITCH UAV, the Q6 V2’s recognition strengthens India’s push for Aatmanirbhar Bharat, putting indigenous UAVs on par with international defence-grade systems.

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ಭಾರತೀಯ ರೈಲ್ವೆಯ ಭಾರತ ಗೌರವ್ ರೈಲು – ಶಿವ ಸಾಯಿ ಯಾತ್ರೆ ಘೋಷಣೆ

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ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು: 2022ರಲ್ಲಿ ರೈಲ್ವೆ ಸಚಿವಾಲಯವು ದೇಶೀಯ ಪ್ರವಾಸೋದ್ಯಮವನ್ನು ಉತ್ತೇಜಿಸಲು ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ–ಖಾಸಗಿ ಪಾಲುದಾರಿ (PPP) ಮಾದರಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಭಾರತ ಗೌರವ್ ರೈಲು ಯೋಜನೆ ಆರಂಭಿಸಿತು. ಈ ಯೋಜನೆಯಡಿ ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಸ್ಟಾರ್ ರೈಲು ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಯು ಮೊದಲ ಭಾರತ ಗೌರವ್ ರೈಲು ಸಂಚಲನಗೊಳಿಸಿ, ಆಧ್ಯಾತ್ಮಿಕ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಕ ಪ್ರವಾಸೋದ್ಯಮಕ್ಕೆ ಹೊಸ ಮೆಟ್ಟಿಲು ಹಾಕಿದೆ.

ಈವರೆಗೆ ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಸ್ಟಾರ್ ರೈಲು 43 ಪ್ರಯಾಣಗಳನ್ನು ಯಶಸ್ವಿಯಾಗಿ ನಡೆಸಿದ್ದು, ಒಟ್ಟು 2,43,000 ಕಿಲೋಮೀಟರ್ ದೂರ ಸಂಚರಿಸಿ, 21,000ಕ್ಕೂ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಪ್ರಯಾಣಿಕರಿಗೆ ಸುರಕ್ಷಿತ, ಆರಾಮದಾಯಕ ಹಾಗೂ ಸ್ಮರಣೀಯ ಪ್ರವಾಸ ಅನುಭವ ನೀಡಿದೆ.

ಇದೀಗ, ಭಾರತ ಸರ್ಕಾರದ ಪ್ರವಾಸೋದ್ಯಮ ಸಚಿವಾಲಯದ ಸಹಯೋಗದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಭಾರತದ ಅಗ್ರ ಪ್ರವಾಸಿ ರೈಲು ಸಂಚಾಲಕರಾಗಿ ಹೆಸರಾಗಿರುವ ಟೂರ್ ಟೈಮ್ಸ್ ಮೂಲಕ, ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಸ್ಟಾರ್ ರೈಲು ತನ್ನ ಮುಂದಿನ ಆಧ್ಯಾತ್ಮಿಕ ಯಾತ್ರೆಯನ್ನು ಶಿವ ಸಾಯಿ ಯಾತ್ರೆ ಹೆಸರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಘೋಷಿಸಿದೆ.

ಯಾತ್ರೆಯ ಪವಿತ್ರ ತಾಣಗಳು

11 ದಿನಗಳ ಈ ವಿಶೇಷ ಪ್ಯಾಕೇಜ್ ಅಕ್ಟೋಬರ್ 2, 2025ರಂದು ಪ್ರಾರಂಭವಾಗಲಿದ್ದು, ಕೆಳಗಿನ ತಾಣಗಳನ್ನು ಒಳಗೊಂಡಿದೆ:

ನವ ಬ್ರಿಂದಾವನ

ಮಂತ್ರಾಲಯಂ

ಪಾಂಡರಿಪುರ

ಶಿರಡಿ

ತ್ರಯಂಬಕೇಶ್ವರ

ಭೀಮಾಶಂಕರ

ಘೃಷ್ಣೇಶ್ವರ

ಶ್ರೀಶೈಲಂ

ಇದಕ್ಕೆ ಜೊತೆಯಾಗಿ ಪ್ರಸಿದ್ಧ ಎಲ್ಲೋರಾ ಗುಹೆಗಳ ದರ್ಶನವೂ ಲಭ್ಯ.

ಹತ್ತುವ ಸ್ಥಳಗಳು

ಪ್ರಯಾಣಿಕರು ಬಂಗಾರಪೇಟೆ, ವೈಟ್‌ಫೀಲ್ಡ್, ಯಲಹಂಕ, ಧಾರವಾಡ, ಅನಂತಪುರ, ಬಾಲ್ಲಾರಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಹೊಸಪೇಟೆ ರೈಲು ನಿಲ್ದಾಣಗಳಿಂದ ಹತ್ತಬಹುದು.

ಸೌಲಭ್ಯಗಳು

ಈ ವಿಶೇಷ ಪ್ರವಾಸಿ ರೈಲಿನಲ್ಲಿ:

ಪಿಎ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆ (ಪ್ರಕಟಣೆಗಾಗಿ)

ಪ್ರತಿ ಬೋಗಿಗೆ ಪ್ರತ್ಯೇಕ ಭದ್ರತಾ ಸಿಬ್ಬಂದಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಟೂರ್ ಮ್ಯಾನೇಜರ್

ಪ್ರಯಾಣ ವಿಮೆ

ಹೋಟೆಲ್ ವಸತಿ, ಸೈಟ್ ಸೀಯಿಂಗ್ ಹಾಗೂ ಸ್ಥಳೀಯ ಸಾರಿಗೆ

ನಿರಂತರ ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಭಾರತೀಯ ಭೋಜನ (ರೈಲಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಹಾಗೂ ಹೊರಗಡೆಯಲ್ಲೂ)

ಸುಲಭವಾದ ಲಗೇಜ್ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆ (ರಾತ್ರಿ ವಸತಿ ಅಥವಾ ಪ್ರವಾಸಕ್ಕೆ ಬೇಕಾದಷ್ಟು ಮಾತ್ರ ಹೊತ್ತುಕೊಳ್ಳಬಹುದು)

ಪ್ರಯಾಣಿಕರು LTC/LFC ಸೌಲಭ್ಯವನ್ನೂ ಪಡೆಯಬಹುದು.

ದರಗಳು (33% ರೈಲ್ವೆ ಸಹಾಯಧನ ಸಹಿತ)

ಎಸ್‌ಎಲ್ (ಬಜೆಟ್): ₹27,700

3 ಎಸಿ (ಕಂಫರ್ಟ್): ₹37,000

2 ಎಸಿ (ಡಿಲಕ್ಸ್): ₹43,000

1 ಎಸಿ (ಲಕ್ಸುರಿ): ₹47,900


ಬುಕಿಂಗ್ ವಿವರಗಳು

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Rampaging CISCE and Ruthless Bihar Enter Subroto Cup U-15 Final

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CISCE and Bihar Secure Final Berths in Subroto Cup U-15

Bengaluru, September 9, 2025: The semifinal stage of the 64th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament (Sub Junior Boys – U-15) brought two action-packed encounters in Bengaluru, as Minerva Public School (CISCE) and Vidyachal International School (Bihar) sealed their passage to the championship clash.

The morning semifinal turned into a one-sided affair with Minerva Public School (CISCE) demonstrating superior technique, speed, and finishing to rout St. John High School (Jharkhand) 6-1. Striker Bickson led from the front with a brace (3’, 50+2’), while Mahesh (8’), Kipgen (20’), Remoson (45’), and Haokip (50+3’) all added their names to the scoresheet. Jharkhand, despite fighting hard, could only manage a solitary strike from Ashish in the 48th minute, which proved little more than consolation against the relentless CISCE attack.

The evening clash offered another lively contest as Vidyachal International School (Bihar) overcame River Side Natural School (Madhya Pradesh) 4-1. Bihar’s balanced attacking unit saw goals from Rohit (18’), Prabhat (34’), Kunal (49’), and Shivam (50+2’), showcasing their ability to strike from multiple fronts. Madhya Pradesh’s Lokesh found the net in stoppage time (50+3’), but the outcome was already decided.

With both CISCE and Bihar displaying attacking flair and tactical discipline throughout the tournament, the Sub Junior Boys (U-15) final promises to be a high-octane battle. The much-anticipated title clash is scheduled for September 11, 2025, at Air Force Station, Yelahanka, Bengaluru, where the two most consistent teams will compete for top honors in this prestigious school-level tournament.

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EU and India Strengthen Fairtrade Partnerships for Ethical and Sustainable Markets

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Fairtrade in India Conference 2025 Puts Producers at the Heart of Sustainable Global Trade

Bengaluru, September 9, 2025: The two-day conference “Fairtrade in India – Sustainability, Markets & Impact” opened today at The Chancery Pavilion, Bengaluru, bringing together global and Indian producers, businesses, policymakers, and sustainability leaders. Supported by the European Union’s SWITCH-Asia Programme and EC FFPA, the event underscored the urgency of climate action, responsible sourcing, and producer empowerment, while reaffirming Fairtrade’s pivotal role in building fairness, transparency, and resilience across global supply chains.

Key Highlights – Plenary Session: Future is Fair – Sustainability, Markets and Impact

Franck Viault, Minister Counsellor, EU Delegation to India and Bhutan, emphasized that the future of trade must be “sustainable, inclusive, and fair,” noting the EU’s partnership with India and Fairtrade to build transparent and climate-resilient supply chains.

Lisa Prassack, CEO, Fairtrade International, said progress is measured when every farmer can sell 100% of their produce on fair terms. She highlighted Fairtrade’s mission to leverage data, innovation, and partnerships to make farmers leaders in shaping a fairer and more sustainable world.

Blaise Desbordes, CEO, Max Havelaar France, stressed that Fairtrade links economic empowerment with environmental protection. He noted France’s partnership with India in cotton, spices, tea, and coconuts as key to offering consumers sustainable and traceable choices.

Claudia Brück, Managing Director, Fairtrade Germany, described Fairtrade as a global movement that turns fairness and responsibility into everyday reality, proving that economic success and social responsibility can reinforce one another.

Bindu S, CEO, Fairtrade NAPP, highlighted India’s leadership in the Fairtrade movement with over 100,000 farmers and workers, stressing the importance of putting producers—especially women and youth—at the centre of sustainable trade.

Abhishek Jani, CEO, Fairtrade India Project, noted that sales of Fairtrade fashion in India have more than doubled, with one garment sold every minute. The gross merchandise value of Fairtrade products has tripled in two years, reflecting strong consumer and business demand for sustainable choices.


The session set the tone for the conference, reaffirming that sustainability is no longer optional but essential, and that producers must remain central to global trade dialogues. Over the next two days, participants will deliberate on topics such as decarbonization in textiles, EU sustainability regulations, livelihoods, climate action, and sustainable fashion, alongside the much-anticipated launch of Mosegi India Pvt. Ltd. and its Fairtrade-powered brand MOSEGI.

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Dominance, Drama and Deciders: Thrilling Quarterfinals at Subroto Cup

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Subroto Cup U-15: Quarterfinals Deliver High-Octane Football

Bengaluru, September 7, 2025:
The 64th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament moved into the knockout phase on Sunday with the Sub Junior Boys (U-15) category serving up a day of gripping quarterfinal encounters. The matches showcased not just scorelines but the flair, fighting spirit, and rising promise of young footballers from across the country.

Minerva Public School routs SFS Higher Secondary School
Minerva Public School (CISCE) underlined its supremacy with a resounding 10-0 victory over SFS Higher Secondary School (Nagaland). Lhungdem (4’, 30’), Rimoson (25’), Akash (25’, 27’), Laishram (19’), Hidam (14’, 33’, 35’) and Gurtejveer (38’) all contributed to the scoring spree, ensuring a smooth passage to the semifinals.

Jharkhand edges West Bengal in thriller
St. John High School (Jharkhand) scripted one of the day’s most thrilling comebacks to defeat Manikpara Viveknanda Vidyapith (West Bengal) 3-2. While Charan (2’) and Abhijit (36’) struck for Bengal, Jharkhand rallied through Suraj (7’), Asish (30’) and Ishant (47’) to snatch a dramatic win.

Bihar overcomes Himachal in close contest
Vidyachal International School (Bihar) booked its semifinal berth with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Mothers Pride Public School (Himachal Pradesh). Himachal’s Sukhpreet (23’) opened the scoring, but Shubham turned the tide for Bihar with a decisive brace (25+2’, 63’).

Madhya Pradesh seals semifinal spot
River Side Natural School (Madhya Pradesh) rounded off the quarterfinals with a 2-0 triumph over Anand Niketan School (Gujarat). Lokesh emerged the star performer, netting in the 7th minute and once again in stoppage time (50+4’).

The quarterfinals reflected the evolving standard of youth football in India, with matches marked by quick transitions, tactical awareness, and individual brilliance. The stage is now set for fiercely contested semifinals as the journey toward the coveted Subroto Cup title continues.

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