Weekly current affairs: India's hydrogen train, Skyroot's space milestone and more
This weekly roundup highlights India's recent advancements in defense, space exploration, and clean energy, including the induction of MH-60R helicopters and the launch of a hydrogen-powered train. It also covers significant global events such as geopolitical tensions, chipmaking breakthroughs, and international policy updates.
Why it matters
These developments reflect India's growing strategic autonomy and technological capabilities on the global stage.
From breakthroughs in defence, space and clean energy to key geopolitical developments, this week's current affairs featured several significant developments. India boosted its naval capabilities with another MH-60R Seahawk helicopter, launched its first hydrogen-powered passenger train, celebrated Skyroot Aerospace's historic private orbital rocket launch, and saw Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon begin his maiden ISS mission. Globally, oil markets remained resilient despite the Strait of Hormuz crisis, Ukraine witnessed political unrest amid a government reshuffle, China claimed a breakthrough in advanced chipmaking, and Japan retained its male-only imperial succession law. Here's a quick roundup of the biggest stories shaping India and the world.IndiaIndia's naval power gets a boost with another MH-60R 'Romeo'India has received another MH-60R Seahawk ("Romeo") naval helicopter from the US, with two more expected this week, under the $2.13-billion deal for 24 helicopters signed in 2020.
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