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News   -   Nov 13, 2024 JSW and Shield AI Partner to Produce Advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems in India
JSW and Shield AI Partner to Produce Advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems in India

JSW Defence Pvt. Ltd. and US-based Shield AI Inc have announced a partnership to manufacture the V-BAT, a Group 3 Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), locally in India. With a commitment of $90 million over two years, JSW Group will establish a manufacturing facility and compliance program, investing $65 million in

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 Global Lenders Approve $1.6 Billion Loan for Andhra Pradesh Capital Project
Global Lenders Approve $1.6 Billion Loan for Andhra Pradesh Capital Project

The World Bank and Asian Development Bank (ADB) have agreed to provide a loan of $1.6 billion for the development of Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh's planned capital. After two days of discussions in New Delhi with the Ministry of Finance and the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 PM Modi Set for Landmark Visits to Nigeria, Brazil, and Guyana
PM Modi Set for Landmark Visits to Nigeria, Brazil, and Guyana

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Nigeria, Brazil, and Guyana starting November 16, marking significant diplomatic engagements across these regions, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced. At the invitation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, PM Modi will visit Nigeria on November 16-17, the first Indian prime ministerial visit in

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 Power Minister Urges Nuclear Power Shift, Seeks Investment in Renewables
Power Minister Urges Nuclear Power Shift, Seeks Investment in Renewables

Power Minister Manohar Lal urged states to consider developing nuclear power plants at sites where coal-based plants have completed their lifecycle. Speaking to state representatives, he suggested investing in nuclear energy to meet rising demand, especially in states far from coal resources. The minister also recommended listing state power utilities

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 12, 2024 India Enters Global Top 10 for Patents, Trademarks, and Industrial Designs
India Enters Global Top 10 for Patents, Trademarks, and Industrial Designs

India has secured sixth place globally in patent filings with 64,480 applications, as per the World Intellectual Property Indicators 2024 report. The patent office granted 149.4% more patents in 2023 compared to 2022. Industrial design applications rose by 36.4%, driven by sectors like textiles and accessories, tools

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 12, 2024 Solar PV Exports Reach $2 Billion
Solar PV Exports Reach $2 Billion

India's solar photovoltaic (PV) product exports have surged to $2 billion, growing 23 times between 2022 and 2024, according to a report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) and JMK Research & Analytics. The United States accounted for over 97% of these exports during

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 12, 2024 India, Russia on Track to Hit $100 Billion Trade Target Early
India, Russia on Track to Hit $100 Billion Trade Target Early

India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, expressed confidence that the India-Russia trade target of $100 billion will be reached before 2030, during the India-Russia Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical and Cultural Cooperation in New Delhi. He noted Russia’s role as a major supplier of fertilizers, crude

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 12, 2024 Finance Minister to Hold GST Council, Budget Meetings on December 21-22
Finance Minister to Hold GST Council, Budget Meetings on December 21-22

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will meet with State Finance Ministers on December 21-22 for pre-budget consultations and the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meeting. The Council is expected to discuss the proposed exemption or reduced GST rates on health and life insurance, following recent recommendations to exempt premiums on

by Amal Anzari
JSW and Shield AI Partner to Produce Advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems in India
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 JSW and Shield AI Partner to Produce Advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems in India

JSW Defence Pvt. Ltd. and US-based Shield AI Inc have announced a partnership to manufacture the V-BAT, a Group 3 Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), locally in India. With a commitment of $90 million over two years, JSW Group will establish a manufacturing facility and compliance program, investing $65 million in

by Amal Anzari
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News   -   Nov 13, 2024 JSW and Shield AI Partner to Produce Advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems in India
JSW and Shield AI Partner to Produce Advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems in India

JSW Defence Pvt. Ltd. and US-based Shield AI Inc have announced a partnership to manufacture the V-BAT, a Group 3 Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), locally in India. With a commitment of $90 million over two years, JSW Group will establish a manufacturing facility and compliance program, investing $65 million in

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 Global Lenders Approve $1.6 Billion Loan for Andhra Pradesh Capital Project
Global Lenders Approve $1.6 Billion Loan for Andhra Pradesh Capital Project

The World Bank and Asian Development Bank (ADB) have agreed to provide a loan of $1.6 billion for the development of Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh's planned capital. After two days of discussions in New Delhi with the Ministry of Finance and the Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 PM Modi Set for Landmark Visits to Nigeria, Brazil, and Guyana
PM Modi Set for Landmark Visits to Nigeria, Brazil, and Guyana

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Nigeria, Brazil, and Guyana starting November 16, marking significant diplomatic engagements across these regions, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced. At the invitation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, PM Modi will visit Nigeria on November 16-17, the first Indian prime ministerial visit in

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 13, 2024 Power Minister Urges Nuclear Power Shift, Seeks Investment in Renewables
Power Minister Urges Nuclear Power Shift, Seeks Investment in Renewables

Power Minister Manohar Lal urged states to consider developing nuclear power plants at sites where coal-based plants have completed their lifecycle. Speaking to state representatives, he suggested investing in nuclear energy to meet rising demand, especially in states far from coal resources. The minister also recommended listing state power utilities

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 12, 2024 India Enters Global Top 10 for Patents, Trademarks, and Industrial Designs
India Enters Global Top 10 for Patents, Trademarks, and Industrial Designs

India has secured sixth place globally in patent filings with 64,480 applications, as per the World Intellectual Property Indicators 2024 report. The patent office granted 149.4% more patents in 2023 compared to 2022. Industrial design applications rose by 36.4%, driven by sectors like textiles and accessories, tools

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 12, 2024 Solar PV Exports Reach $2 Billion
Solar PV Exports Reach $2 Billion

India's solar photovoltaic (PV) product exports have surged to $2 billion, growing 23 times between 2022 and 2024, according to a report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) and JMK Research & Analytics. The United States accounted for over 97% of these exports during

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 12, 2024 India, Russia on Track to Hit $100 Billion Trade Target Early
India, Russia on Track to Hit $100 Billion Trade Target Early

India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, expressed confidence that the India-Russia trade target of $100 billion will be reached before 2030, during the India-Russia Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical and Cultural Cooperation in New Delhi. He noted Russia’s role as a major supplier of fertilizers, crude

by Amal Anzari
News   -   Nov 12, 2024 Finance Minister to Hold GST Council, Budget Meetings on December 21-22
Finance Minister to Hold GST Council, Budget Meetings on December 21-22

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will meet with State Finance Ministers on December 21-22 for pre-budget consultations and the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meeting. The Council is expected to discuss the proposed exemption or reduced GST rates on health and life insurance, following recent recommendations to exempt premiums on

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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