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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 AnzariThe 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 AnzariPrime 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 AnzariPower 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 AnzariIndia 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 AnzariIndia'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 AnzariIndia’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 AnzariFinance 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 AnzariJSW 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 AnzariJSW 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 AnzariThe 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 AnzariPrime 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 AnzariPower 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 AnzariIndia 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 AnzariIndia'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 AnzariIndia’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 AnzariFinance 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 AnzariHighlights 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 NarayanIn 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 AnzariIndia'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 AnzariReserve 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 AnzariHighlights 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 NarayanThe 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 AnzariSweden’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 AnzariVoting 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 AnzariHighlights 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.
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
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,
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
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.
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
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
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