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Overdrive shifts gears at 27 with Indian Army’s mighty machines
MUMBAI: When Overdrive hits a milestone, it does so with horsepower and heart. Marking 27 years of pioneering automotive journalism, the magazine has rolled out a special anniversary edition that swaps highways for battlefields celebrating the Indian Army’s formidable automotive strength.
The spotlight falls on Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra, home to the Armoured Corps Centre and School (ACC&S) and the Mechanised Infantry Centre and School (MIC&S). These elite institutions are where the backbone of India’s mechanised warfare is forged, training soldiers not just in combat, but also in vehicle operation, engineering, and mobility tactics.
For petrolheads, the issue offers a rare peek at military beasts usually off-limits to civilian eyes. From the main battle tanks T-72, T-90, and indigenous Arjun, to the amphibious BMP infantry vehicle, and the rugged utility fleet of Gypsys, Tata Safari Storme GS800s, and battlefield haulage trucks, it’s a line-up that makes even the flashiest supercar look tame.
“This anniversary feels especially meaningful,” said Overdrive editor Kranti Sambhav “as we ventured into uncharted territory, bringing to light a fascinating array of military vehicles that have rarely been showcased in mainstream automotive media. It is both a tribute to our armed forces and our commitment to innovation, depth, and storytelling.”
The magazine doesn’t stop at the barracks. Among its other exclusives are a detailed review of the Range Rover Sport diesel (assembled in India), the Volvo EX30, the Triumph Thruxton, the Aston Martin Vantage V8, and the first Toyota Fortuner Hybrid.
With cinematic visuals, expert insights, and engaging narration, the anniversary feature serves as a salute to the machines that protect the nation and the soldiers who command them. It underlines Overdrive’s enduring ethos telling stories that matter, whether on the road, on the racetrack, or on the frontline.
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OpenAI’s Stargate lead Peter Hoeschele exits with two senior leaders
Trio behind compute push set to join new startup amid leadership reshuffle
SAN FRANCISCO: Peter Hoeschele, a key figure behind OpenAI’s early Stargate data centre initiative, has exited the company, according to a report by The Information.
The departure is part of a broader leadership shift, with two other senior executives, Shamez Hemani and Anuj Saharan, also set to leave in the coming days. All three are expected to join the same new startup, although details about the venture remain under wraps.
The trio played a central role in OpenAI’s Stargate effort, an initiative aimed at building large-scale data centre capacity in-house to reduce reliance on external infrastructure providers. Their exits mark a notable moment for the company’s compute strategy as it continues to scale rapidly.
OpenAI spokesperson said in a statement to The Information, “We’re grateful for the contributions Peter, Shamez, and Anuj have made to OpenAI and wish them the very best in what comes next.” The company also pointed to the recent appointment of Sachin Katti to lead its industrial compute organisation, signalling continuity in its infrastructure roadmap.
OpenAI has indicated that it does not plan to directly replace Hoeschele’s role, suggesting a possible restructuring of responsibilities within the team.
As competition intensifies in the race to build next-generation AI systems, leadership changes in core infrastructure teams are likely to draw close attention. For now, the spotlight shifts to what this departing trio builds next, and how OpenAI adapts as it scales its ambitions.
