India

India's trade dilemma: Rising US tariffs and strategic economic realignment

India stands at a critical economic juncture. The combination of sound domestic macroeconomics and rising external frictions presents both a test and an opportunity.

14 hours ago

Quantum is not the future — it's the battlefield. Is India ready?

India's opportunity lies in aligning policy ambition with industrial execution, scientific excellence with entrepreneurial drive, and global engagement with strategic autonomy. Those who act now will shape not only corporate futures but India's sovereignty, security, and standing in the quantum age.

2 days ago

India's gold reserves rise by $342 million, forex stands at $699.736 billion: RBI

India's forex reserves stood at $699.736 billion in the week ended July 4, the RBI said. In the previous reporting week, the overall reserves had jumped by $4.849 billion to $702.784 billion. The reserves had touched an all-time high of $704.885 billion in end-September 2024.

4 days ago

India-UAE naval ties deepen in strategic Indian Ocean

Maj Gen Alremeithi's visit commenced with a solemn tribute at the National War Memorial in Delhi on July 8, where he laid a wreath in honor of Indian soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the nation. This gesture was followed by a ceremonial Guard of Honour at South Block, marking the formal commencement of high-level engagements.

7 days ago

India Counters Misinformation on Embassy Official Recall

Fact check: Pakistan's claims on recall of embassy official from Jakarta debunked

The Fact Check report from the PIB highlighted that Captain Shiv Kumar continues to serve in his role as Defence Attache in Jakarta. It also clarified that the postings of Indian Navy officers of the rank of Captain fall under the jurisdiction of the Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence (Navy), and not the Ministry of Home Affairs.

7 days ago

India gears up for first-ever digital Census in 2027 with caste data, self-enumeration features

Additionally, citizens will have the option of self-enumeration through a dedicated web portal, available during both phases. This is part of a broader digital transformation aimed at enhancing accessibility, transparency, and efficiency.

7 days ago

World Bioproduct Day: India targets $300 bn bioeconomy by 2030, says Jitendra Singh

Referring to the recently launched BioE3 Policy, Singh noted that it lays the groundwork for India to lead in sustainable biomanufacturing by aligning bioeconomy goals with environmental sustainability, economic growth, and equity.

8 days ago

Number of new firms registered in India clocks 29 pc jump in May

Number of new firms registered in India clocks 29% jump in May

The total number of registered companies in the country as on May 31, 2025, has now gone up to 28,96,943, of which 65 per cent (18,90,305) are active. There is an increase of 0.2 per cent in the total proportion of active companies when compared to April 2025, according to the Ministry.

15 days ago

Over 90 times rise in direct benefit transfer in just a decade: FM Sitharaman

India will continue to be fastest growing economy, even perform better: FM Sitharaman

The GDP growth accelerated to a robust 7.4 per cent in the fourth quarter of 2024-25, as result of which the growth rate for the full financial year works out to 6.5 per cent on the back of a strong performance of the agriculture, construction, and services sectors, according to latest RBI data.

15 days ago

India projected to see GDP growth of 6.5 pc in FY26: S&P Global Ratings

Over 130 UK GCCs in India generate $6.5 billion annually, employ 2 lakh people: Report

While the global cost of setting up 100-member teams has increased by 8 per cent, India continues to offer up to 50 per cent lower costs than the UK. India also has the largest AI-ready workforce in the world, and UK Global Capability Centres are tapping into this with increasing urgency.

16 days ago

India's economy remains resilient amid spike in global uncertainties: RBI

Agriculture showed a broad-based increase in production across most major crops during 2024-25. The domestic prices situation remains benign with headline inflation staying below the target for the fourth consecutive month in May, the report states.

20 days ago

Emergency marked first ever assault on soul of India: Union Minister Kumaraswamy

At a time when the seeds of freedom were beginning to bear the fruits of a great democratic tree, the then Prime Minister brought a disruptive twist to the Constitution through an anti-people decision that the nation condemned then - and must continue to condemn even today, Kumaraswamy stated.

20 days ago

Pahalgam terror attack: Three attackers were Pakistanis linked to LeT

It must be mentioned that on April 22, Pakistan backed LeT terrorists killed 26 civilians, including 25 tourists and a local pony owner, who had tried to stop the terrorists from spilling innocent blood. Among the 25 tourists was a Nepalese national.

22 days ago

Indian stock market trades flat over US Fed policy decision

Nifty Bank was up 43.15 points or 0.08 per cent at 555,871.90 The Nifty Midcap 100 index was trading at 58,068.85 after dropping 40.35 points or 0.07 per cent. Nifty Smallcap 100 index was at 18,404.05 after adding 25.60 points or 0.14 per cent.

26 days ago

10 dead in Iranian attack on civilian areas; Israel Prez condoles loss of lives

Israel-Iran crisis: Defining test of global conscience and US resolve

The U.S.'s internal schisms Trump's isolationism, congressional gridlock, military restraint, and public war fatigue render direct involvement unlikely, but the Israel-Iran crisis demands a G7 and U.S. anchored in justice, peace, and multilateralism

26 days ago

India seeks SCO's condemnation on Pahalgam, Pak pushes for Jaffar Express attack: Reports

Individuals familiar with the development have said that serious discussions are underway to include India's proposal to mention the terror attack in the document, as any failure to do so, as per media reports, may undermine the SCO proceedings.

27 days ago

India sends first airborne quantum message—Rajnath Singh calls it

India's first quantum message sent over air stuns world—Rajnath Singh calls it "game-changer"

India successfully tested its first airborne quantum communication system using entangled photons, a move Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed as a "game-changer" for national security.

28 days ago

India abstains on UNGA resolution criticising Israel

India joins 18 others to abstain on UNGA resolution criticising Israel

India was one of 19 countries that abstained on the resolution that was carried on Thursday, with 149 votes, with 12, including the United States, voting against it.

Jun 14, 2025

Iran's private message to Israel: Can intervene if military campaign continues in Gaza [details

Israeli strike on Iran: Recalibrating geostrategic dynamics in Middle East and beyond

The Israeli airstrike on Iran's nuclear facilities in June 2025 marks a seismic shift in Middle East geopolitics, signaling a new era of strategic alignments, proxy warfare, and global power recalibration, writes Major General Dilawar Singh in this op-ed.

Jun 13, 2025

India's role at upcoming G7 summit: Reluctant invitations, unavoidable realities

The G7's invitation to India is a study in reluctant adaptation. Much like a legacy corporation forced to partner with a disruptive startup, the G7 recognizes that India's participation is no longer optional, writes Major General Dilawar Singh.

Jun 12, 2025

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India

India's trade dilemma: Rising US tariffs and strategic economic realignment

Quantum is not the future — it's the battlefield. Is India ready?

India's gold reserves rise by $342 million, forex stands at $699.736 billion: RBI

India-UAE naval ties deepen in strategic Indian Ocean

Fact check: Pakistan's claims on recall of embassy official from Jakarta debunked

India gears up for first-ever digital Census in 2027 with caste data, self-enumeration features

World Bioproduct Day: India targets $300 bn bioeconomy by 2030, says Jitendra Singh

Number of new firms registered in India clocks 29% jump in May

India will continue to be fastest growing economy, even perform better: FM Sitharaman

Over 130 UK GCCs in India generate $6.5 billion annually, employ 2 lakh people: Report

India's economy remains resilient amid spike in global uncertainties: RBI

Emergency marked first ever assault on soul of India: Union Minister Kumaraswamy

Pahalgam terror attack: Three attackers were Pakistanis linked to LeT

Indian stock market trades flat over US Fed policy decision

Israel-Iran crisis: Defining test of global conscience and US resolve

India seeks SCO's condemnation on Pahalgam, Pak pushes for Jaffar Express attack: Reports

India's first quantum message sent over air stuns world—Rajnath Singh calls it "game-changer"

India joins 18 others to abstain on UNGA resolution criticising Israel

Israeli strike on Iran: Recalibrating geostrategic dynamics in Middle East and beyond

India's role at upcoming G7 summit: Reluctant invitations, unavoidable realities

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]

Is exhibiting cleavage mandatory? Malaika Arora opts for low neck sleeveless outfit at event in Vrindavan, leaves netizens furious