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Finance, Banking & Insurance   -   Oct 18, 2024 RBI to Ease Cross-Border Payments
RBI to Ease Cross-Border Payments

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor, Shaktikanta Das, said RBI could consider widening the scope of the Real Time Gross Settlement System (RTGS) to the settlement of transactions in US dollars, euros and pound sterling.

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 18, 2024 India on Track to Achieve Ethanol Blending Targets
India on Track to Achieve Ethanol Blending Targets

The Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, said India is set to achieve its 20% ethanol blending target well before the revised October 2025 deadline.

by Amal Anzari
Renewable Energy   -   Oct 18, 2024 Centre Launches National Electricity Plan
Centre Launches National Electricity Plan

The Centre has launched its National Electricity Plan (Transmission) setting renewable energy targets for 2030 and 2032 at 500 GW and 600 GW respectively. The plan is set to attract ₹9.15 lakh crore ($108.9 billion) investments by 2032.

by Amal Anzari
Economy   -   Oct 18, 2024 $100 Million Trade Target with UAE
$100 Million Trade Target with UAE

India and the UAE held the second Meeting of the Joint Committee (JC) under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Both sides noted significant growth in bilateral trade during the first two years of CEPA implementation. They expressed confidence in achieving the target of $100 million in non-oil trade ahead

by Amal Anzari
Communications & Information Technology   -   Oct 18, 2024 India to Lead Global RCS Messaging Revenue by 2029
India to Lead Global RCS Messaging Revenue by 2029

India is set to become the largest revenue market for Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging by 2029, contributing $544 million—surpassing the combined revenues of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. A joint study by global research firm Omdia and communications company Infobip predicts that India will have an installed

by Amal Anzari
Science, Technology & Research   -   Oct 18, 2024 Space Strategy for India
Space Strategy for India

India’s Space strategy will focus on building small satellites and launching them cheaply into orbit rather than challenging heavyweights such as SpaceX head-on. India currently holds only 2% of the market share in commercial space activities. Read our in-depth analysis: Redefining India’s Space Sector: How Opening Up to

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 18, 2024 India-China to Resume Direct Flights
India-China to Resume Direct Flights

Discussions have intensified over resuming direct passenger flights between India and China, with the Chinese government eager to restart operations. Officials have revealed that another meeting has been requested by China to negotiate a fresh proposal aimed at enhancing bilateral ties. On September 12, Indian Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan

by Amal Anzari
Renewable Energy   -   Oct 18, 2024 Adani Ventures into Hydroelectric Projects Overseas
Adani Ventures into Hydroelectric Projects Overseas

To reach its goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, Adani Group has plans to build 10 GW of overseas hydroelectric power plants in the next few years. According to sources, Nepal, Bhutan, Kenya, Tanzania, Philippines and Vietnam could be the potential locations for these projects.

by Amal Anzari
RBI to Ease Cross-Border Payments
Finance, Banking & Insurance   -   Oct 18, 2024 RBI to Ease Cross-Border Payments

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor, Shaktikanta Das, said RBI could consider widening the scope of the Real Time Gross Settlement System (RTGS) to the settlement of transactions in US dollars, euros and pound sterling.

by Amal Anzari
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Finance, Banking & Insurance   -   Oct 18, 2024 RBI to Ease Cross-Border Payments
RBI to Ease Cross-Border Payments

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor, Shaktikanta Das, said RBI could consider widening the scope of the Real Time Gross Settlement System (RTGS) to the settlement of transactions in US dollars, euros and pound sterling.

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 18, 2024 India on Track to Achieve Ethanol Blending Targets
India on Track to Achieve Ethanol Blending Targets

The Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, said India is set to achieve its 20% ethanol blending target well before the revised October 2025 deadline.

by Amal Anzari
Renewable Energy   -   Oct 18, 2024 Centre Launches National Electricity Plan
Centre Launches National Electricity Plan

The Centre has launched its National Electricity Plan (Transmission) setting renewable energy targets for 2030 and 2032 at 500 GW and 600 GW respectively. The plan is set to attract ₹9.15 lakh crore ($108.9 billion) investments by 2032.

by Amal Anzari
Economy   -   Oct 18, 2024 $100 Million Trade Target with UAE
$100 Million Trade Target with UAE

India and the UAE held the second Meeting of the Joint Committee (JC) under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Both sides noted significant growth in bilateral trade during the first two years of CEPA implementation. They expressed confidence in achieving the target of $100 million in non-oil trade ahead

by Amal Anzari
Communications & Information Technology   -   Oct 18, 2024 India to Lead Global RCS Messaging Revenue by 2029
India to Lead Global RCS Messaging Revenue by 2029

India is set to become the largest revenue market for Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging by 2029, contributing $544 million—surpassing the combined revenues of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. A joint study by global research firm Omdia and communications company Infobip predicts that India will have an installed

by Amal Anzari
Science, Technology & Research   -   Oct 18, 2024 Space Strategy for India
Space Strategy for India

India’s Space strategy will focus on building small satellites and launching them cheaply into orbit rather than challenging heavyweights such as SpaceX head-on. India currently holds only 2% of the market share in commercial space activities. Read our in-depth analysis: Redefining India’s Space Sector: How Opening Up to

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Oct 18, 2024 India-China to Resume Direct Flights
India-China to Resume Direct Flights

Discussions have intensified over resuming direct passenger flights between India and China, with the Chinese government eager to restart operations. Officials have revealed that another meeting has been requested by China to negotiate a fresh proposal aimed at enhancing bilateral ties. On September 12, Indian Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan

by Amal Anzari
Renewable Energy   -   Oct 18, 2024 Adani Ventures into Hydroelectric Projects Overseas
Adani Ventures into Hydroelectric Projects Overseas

To reach its goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, Adani Group has plans to build 10 GW of overseas hydroelectric power plants in the next few years. According to sources, Nepal, Bhutan, Kenya, Tanzania, Philippines and Vietnam could be the potential locations for these projects.

by Amal Anzari
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Morning Briefing   -   Nov 15, 2024 Commerce Minister Calls for Repo Rate Cut
Commerce Minister Calls for Repo Rate Cut

Highlights include conflicting views on the repo rate cut, the Reliance-Disney merger, ISRO's proposal to Mexico and views from columnists on the violence in Manipur.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 14, 2024 Seaplanes to Connect Remote India: Aviation Minister Eyes North East
Seaplanes to Connect Remote India: Aviation Minister Eyes North East

In line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to expand national connectivity, Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu announced plans to introduce seaplanes to reach remote areas across India, including the North East. During an aviation conference at Meghalaya’s Umiam Lake, Naidu took a test ride on

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 14, 2024 India’s October Exports Surge by 17%
India’s October Exports Surge by 17%

India's goods exports rose by 17.25% to $39.2 billion in October, marking the highest monthly tally in recent times, while imports reached $66.34 billion, a 3.9% increase from last year. From April to October, non-petroleum exports set a new high at $211.3 billion,

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 14, 2024 RBI Governor Affirms Resilient Indian Economy Amid Global Challenges
RBI Governor Affirms Resilient Indian Economy Amid Global Challenges

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das shared an optimistic view on India's economic resilience, despite global challenges like inflation and geopolitical tensions. Das highlighted the RBI’s measures, including a robust regulatory framework and responsive policy shifts, to address emerging risks. He pointed to improved inflation

by Amal Anzari
Morning Briefing   -   Nov 14, 2024 First Phase of Voting Completed in State Elections
First Phase of Voting Completed in State Elections

Highlights include the inauguration of projects by the PM, India's push for nuclear power, the rise in renewable energy capacity and views from columnists on the Maharashtra state elections.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 US Leads in Indian Engineering Exports; UAE, Saudi Arabia Follow
US Leads in Indian Engineering Exports; UAE, Saudi Arabia Follow

The United States remains the top importer of Indian engineering goods, purchasing $9.3 billion (up 6.2%) from April to September, according to data from the Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC). The United Arab Emirates (UAE), benefitting from a Free Trade Agreement with India, secured the second spot with

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 Swedish Firms Eye Tamil Nadu for Expansion, IKEA Among Four Exploring New Ventures
Swedish Firms Eye Tamil Nadu for Expansion, IKEA Among Four Exploring New Ventures

Sweden’s Ambassador to India, Jan Thesleff, announced that four Swedish companies, including IKEA, are considering establishing bases in Tamil Nadu. Currently, 70 Swedish firms operate in the State, employing around 25,000 people. Other Swedish companies, such as Scandinavian Robot Systems in Chennai and Jacobi in Coimbatore, will open

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 By-Elections Witness High Voter Turnout Across Multiple States
By-Elections Witness High Voter Turnout Across Multiple States

Voting concluded for 31 Assembly seats across 10 states, with significant voter turnout. Kerala’s Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll, featuring Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s debut, recorded 64.27% turnout, lower than the previous 72.92%. Rajasthan's seven Assembly constituencies saw a turnout of 64.82%. Karnataka recorded the

by Amal Anzari
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