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India’s Parliamentary committees are scrutinising sugar content in packaged baby foods, rising medicine prices, plastic waste management, and consumer protection in banking, with broader focus areas including foodgrain management and ethanol production.
by Daanish NarayanThe Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence, led by Rahul Gandhi, is prioritising discussions on the readiness of the Indian Armed Forces for hybrid warfare, including cyber and non-kinetic threats.
by Daanish NarayanLok Sabha Speaker Om Birla led an Indian Parliamentary Delegation to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Geneva, highlighting India’s multilateral efforts, technology-driven governance, and climate initiatives, while securing leadership roles in key IPU committees and endorsing India's start-up success with 118 unicorns worth over $355 billion.
by Daanish NarayanAmid growing diplomatic tensions between India and Canada, India is reconsidering the Indian Army's plan to purchase Ontario-produced Stryker armoured vehicles. Instead, the focus is shifting towards developing defence equipment domestically. The most capable armoured infantry combat vehicle in India is produced by the Defence Research and Development
by Daanish NarayanFollowing the opening of a second Taiwan de facto consulate in Mumbai, China advised India to handle Taiwan issues with caution and avoid interference in the improvement of Sino-India relations. Mao Ning, a spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry, stated that China is against any efforts by any of its allies
by Daanish NarayanIndia and Turkey announced the constitution for the Indo-Turkiye Friendship Association (ITFA) to foster cooperation in economy & trade, culture & tourism, science & technology, and education between the two countries.
by Amal AnzariThe government announced its plan to sell up to a 5% stake in Cochin Shipyard through an Offer for Sale (OFS) aimed at raising approximately $244 million (Rs 2,026 crore). The sale will begin on Wednesday for non-retail investors and will open to retail investors on Thursday, with a
by Amal AnzariIndia’s Adani Power Ltd, Jindal Power Ltd, Vedanta Group and Orissa Metaliks Pvt Ltd are among seven companies that have made a formal bid to take over the distressed 1,350 MW Sinnar Thermal Power Ltd.
by Amal AnzariIndia’s Parliamentary committees are scrutinising sugar content in packaged baby foods, rising medicine prices, plastic waste management, and consumer protection in banking, with broader focus areas including foodgrain management and ethanol production.
by Daanish NarayanIndia’s Parliamentary committees are scrutinising sugar content in packaged baby foods, rising medicine prices, plastic waste management, and consumer protection in banking, with broader focus areas including foodgrain management and ethanol production.
by Daanish NarayanThe Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence, led by Rahul Gandhi, is prioritising discussions on the readiness of the Indian Armed Forces for hybrid warfare, including cyber and non-kinetic threats.
by Daanish NarayanLok Sabha Speaker Om Birla led an Indian Parliamentary Delegation to the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Geneva, highlighting India’s multilateral efforts, technology-driven governance, and climate initiatives, while securing leadership roles in key IPU committees and endorsing India's start-up success with 118 unicorns worth over $355 billion.
by Daanish NarayanAmid growing diplomatic tensions between India and Canada, India is reconsidering the Indian Army's plan to purchase Ontario-produced Stryker armoured vehicles. Instead, the focus is shifting towards developing defence equipment domestically. The most capable armoured infantry combat vehicle in India is produced by the Defence Research and Development
by Daanish NarayanFollowing the opening of a second Taiwan de facto consulate in Mumbai, China advised India to handle Taiwan issues with caution and avoid interference in the improvement of Sino-India relations. Mao Ning, a spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry, stated that China is against any efforts by any of its allies
by Daanish NarayanIndia and Turkey announced the constitution for the Indo-Turkiye Friendship Association (ITFA) to foster cooperation in economy & trade, culture & tourism, science & technology, and education between the two countries.
by Amal AnzariThe government announced its plan to sell up to a 5% stake in Cochin Shipyard through an Offer for Sale (OFS) aimed at raising approximately $244 million (Rs 2,026 crore). The sale will begin on Wednesday for non-retail investors and will open to retail investors on Thursday, with a
by Amal AnzariIndia’s Adani Power Ltd, Jindal Power Ltd, Vedanta Group and Orissa Metaliks Pvt Ltd are among seven companies that have made a formal bid to take over the distressed 1,350 MW Sinnar Thermal Power Ltd.
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