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News   -   Nov 07, 2024 Centre Infuses $1.28 Billion in Food Corporation
Centre Infuses $1.28 Billion in Food Corporation

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs authorised the conversion of "Ways and Means Advance" to equity in 2024–2025, bringing a total of ₹10,700 crore in equity to the Food Corporation of India (FCI) in a significant effort to bolster the agriculture sector. This will serve as

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 07, 2024 Canada Unable to Provide Minimum Security for Indian Camps
Canada Unable to Provide Minimum Security for Indian Camps

Amid growing tensions between India and Canada, the Indian Consulate in Toronto announced cancelling some of its scheduled consular camps after the Canadian security authorities failed to provide minimum security protection. This news comes after violent clashes between Hindu and Khalistani protestors at places of worship in Canada.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 06, 2024 Modi Wishes Trump on US Election Victory
Modi Wishes Trump on US Election Victory

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Donald Trump a "friend" and expressed his hope for further cooperation while extending his "heartiest" congratulations on his anticipated election victory on X. Heartiest congratulations my friend @realDonaldTrump on your historic election victory. As you build on the successes of your

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 06, 2024 RBI Governor Says Indian Economy Doing Well
RBI Governor Says Indian Economy Doing Well

Brushing aside the discussions around the slowing of the Indian economy, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Shaktikanta Das said that the economic activity in India remains strong, with the agriculture and services sectors doing well.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 06, 2024 Kolkata-Based Company to Build Warships for Indian Navy
Kolkata-Based Company to Build Warships for Indian Navy

Kolkata-based Defence Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd. announced that it is now constructing four "next-generation" warships for the Indian Navy, which are said to be the most sophisticated ocean-going patrol boats currently in use by the Indian Coast Guard.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 04, 2024 Election Commission Reschedules Bypolls in Multiple States
Election Commission Reschedules Bypolls in Multiple States

Amid India's intense holiday season, the Election Commission announced that by-elections in important Assembly Constituencies in Kerala, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh would be rescheduled to November 20, which were earlier set for November 13.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 04, 2024 Parliamentary Committee to Discuss India-Canada Ties
Parliamentary Committee to Discuss India-Canada Ties

The Parliamentary Committee on Foreign Affairs will be briefed by the Foreign Secretary, Vikram Misri, on November 6 regarding India-Canada relations, which have suffered since Canadian officials accused Indian government officials of plotting the murder of pro-Khalistani terrorist Harjeet Singh Nijjar.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 04, 2024 AI Integration in Fighter Jets for Indian Air Force
AI Integration in Fighter Jets for Indian Air Force

A senior Indian Air Force (IAF) official stated that extensive modification to the first batch of SU-30MKI fighters would begin as soon as the financial aspects are authorised. The IAF started pilot projects with the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay related to AI-based engine and asset maintenance solutions, as well

by Daanish Narayan
Centre Infuses $1.28 Billion in Food Corporation
News   -   Nov 07, 2024 Centre Infuses $1.28 Billion in Food Corporation

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs authorised the conversion of "Ways and Means Advance" to equity in 2024–2025, bringing a total of ₹10,700 crore in equity to the Food Corporation of India (FCI) in a significant effort to bolster the agriculture sector. This will serve as

by Daanish Narayan
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News   -   Nov 07, 2024 Centre Infuses $1.28 Billion in Food Corporation
Centre Infuses $1.28 Billion in Food Corporation

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs authorised the conversion of "Ways and Means Advance" to equity in 2024–2025, bringing a total of ₹10,700 crore in equity to the Food Corporation of India (FCI) in a significant effort to bolster the agriculture sector. This will serve as

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 07, 2024 Canada Unable to Provide Minimum Security for Indian Camps
Canada Unable to Provide Minimum Security for Indian Camps

Amid growing tensions between India and Canada, the Indian Consulate in Toronto announced cancelling some of its scheduled consular camps after the Canadian security authorities failed to provide minimum security protection. This news comes after violent clashes between Hindu and Khalistani protestors at places of worship in Canada.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 06, 2024 Modi Wishes Trump on US Election Victory
Modi Wishes Trump on US Election Victory

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Donald Trump a "friend" and expressed his hope for further cooperation while extending his "heartiest" congratulations on his anticipated election victory on X. Heartiest congratulations my friend @realDonaldTrump on your historic election victory. As you build on the successes of your

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 06, 2024 RBI Governor Says Indian Economy Doing Well
RBI Governor Says Indian Economy Doing Well

Brushing aside the discussions around the slowing of the Indian economy, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor Shaktikanta Das said that the economic activity in India remains strong, with the agriculture and services sectors doing well.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 06, 2024 Kolkata-Based Company to Build Warships for Indian Navy
Kolkata-Based Company to Build Warships for Indian Navy

Kolkata-based Defence Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd. announced that it is now constructing four "next-generation" warships for the Indian Navy, which are said to be the most sophisticated ocean-going patrol boats currently in use by the Indian Coast Guard.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 04, 2024 Election Commission Reschedules Bypolls in Multiple States
Election Commission Reschedules Bypolls in Multiple States

Amid India's intense holiday season, the Election Commission announced that by-elections in important Assembly Constituencies in Kerala, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh would be rescheduled to November 20, which were earlier set for November 13.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 04, 2024 Parliamentary Committee to Discuss India-Canada Ties
Parliamentary Committee to Discuss India-Canada Ties

The Parliamentary Committee on Foreign Affairs will be briefed by the Foreign Secretary, Vikram Misri, on November 6 regarding India-Canada relations, which have suffered since Canadian officials accused Indian government officials of plotting the murder of pro-Khalistani terrorist Harjeet Singh Nijjar.

by Daanish Narayan
News   -   Nov 04, 2024 AI Integration in Fighter Jets for Indian Air Force
AI Integration in Fighter Jets for Indian Air Force

A senior Indian Air Force (IAF) official stated that extensive modification to the first batch of SU-30MKI fighters would begin as soon as the financial aspects are authorised. The IAF started pilot projects with the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay related to AI-based engine and asset maintenance solutions, as well

by Daanish Narayan
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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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