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Logistics Amazon drone delivery expansion targets 500 cities by year's end
Amazon is expanding Prime Air drone delivery to nearly 500 U.S. communities by the end of 2026, up from 11 locations today, according to FreightWaves. The MK30 drone delivers up to 5-pound parcels in about 60 minutes for fees starting at $2.99. The move intensifies last-mile competition as Home Depot and Walmart roll out faster delivery options.
Commodities Indian Gold Prices Rise Across Major Cities on August 18: Check 22-Carat and 24-Carat Rates
Gold prices in India rose across all major cities on August 18, 2026, with 22-carat gold up ₹20 per gram and 24-carat gold up ₹21 per gram. Kolkata quoted the highest rates while Chennai and Hyderabad were the lowest, based on data courtesy of bankbazaar.com. The Hindu BusinessLine reported the full city-wise breakdown.
Business Nearly 500 Indian Cities Set to Become Next Economic Hubs: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that nearly 500 cities in India are poised to become the country's next economic hubs, citing a rapidly expanding middle class that now represents 31% of the population and drives 93% of consumer spending. Speaking at a French economic forum, she highlighted the middle class's annual growth rate of 6.3% since economic liberalization and noted that India will surpass China in middle-class population size between 2030 and 2035, according to an OECD study.
Technology Apple Maps Flyover Upgrade: 3D Cities in Stunning Detail
Apple Maps is set to receive a significant upgrade in its Flyover feature with the upcoming iOS 27. The enhancement will utilize Vision Intelligence and Gaussian Splatting to provide more detailed 3D city views, potentially surpassing Google Maps' photogrammetry.
Commodities India's Dairy Demand Surges in Smaller Cities
India's dairy market is expanding beyond metropolitan areas, with smaller cities like Thrissur and Manipal driving demand for value-added dairy products. This shift is fueled by rising incomes and improved cold-chain infrastructure.