India and France can make a difference amid fast-changing global economy: EAM Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Tuesday emphasized that amid the rapidly evolving global economy, India and France have the potential to make a significant impact, including by motivating the rest of the European Union (EU). Speaking at the India-France CEO Forum
Google CEO Sundar Pichai ‘Delighted’ to Meet PM Modi, Discusses AI Opportunities for India
Google CEO Sundar Pichai highlighted the “incredible opportunities” that artificial intelligence (AI) will bring to India after meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the AI Action Summit in Paris. The Alphabet CEO also emphasized the potential for close collaboration
PM Modi Thanks People of Marseille for Role in Veer Savarkar’s Escape
After co-chairing the AI Action Summit in Paris, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Marseille on Tuesday (local time) for a series of engagements in the city. PM Modi expressed gratitude to the people of Marseille for their
PM Modi Pitches India for Investment Among French Business Leaders at Paris CEO Forum
Addressing the 14th India-France CEO Forum in Paris on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India as a preferred global investment destination, citing the “ecosystem of stable and predictable policy” established under his leadership over the last decade. He urged global investors to
India-Israel Partnership Built on Shared Values of Democracy, Economic Resilience: Minister
Reaffirming India’s commitment to becoming a $30-35 trillion economy by 2047, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal highlighted the growing India-Israel partnership, built on shared values of democracy, economic resilience, and technological advancement. He also underscored India’s zero-tolerance policy on terrorism
India and International Solar Alliance discuss sustainable energy initiatives in Denmark
India engaged in discussions with the International Solar Alliance (ISA) in Denmark on sustainable renewable energy initiatives, aiming to attract global funding and technology from both nations. The Indian envoy to Denmark met with top officials of the ISA in Copenhagen to explore
Trump suspends US Foreign Corruption Act; Adani Group stocks surge
After US President Donald Trump signed an executive order halting the enforcement of a law that prohibits US companies from bribing foreign officials, citing competitive disadvantages for American firms, all listed stocks of the Adani Group saw substantial gains on Tuesday. Trump’s executive
Macron’s Paris soirée brings together PM Modi, US Vice President Vance
French President Emmanuel Macron greeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a warm embrace upon his arrival in Paris for a dinner at the Elysee Palace. Macron welcomed Modi as they exchanged friendly remarks before beginning discussions. The high-profile dinner also saw the presence
Trump formally announces 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports
US President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminium imports into the United States, eliminating all exceptions and exemptions, raising concerns for exporters, including South Korea. Trump signed two proclamations formalizing the tariffs and confirmed plans to announce
Benefits of artificial general intelligence should be broadly distributed, says Sam Altman
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries worldwide, ensuring that the benefits of artificial general intelligence (AGI) are broadly distributed is crucial, according to OpenAI co-founder and CEO Sam Altman. In a new blog post, Altman emphasized that while technological progress has
Assam CM embarks on two-day visit to Singapore for investment summit
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday embarked on a two-day visit to Singapore to promote the upcoming investment summit in the state, Advantage Assam, which is scheduled to take place on February 25 and 26. Sarma is set to meet top
Fund Indexing
By: Dr K C Gupta From a shaky start in the 1970s, indexing has grown tremendously so that 48% of US funds (consisting of 21% mutual funds/OEFs & 27% ETFs) are indexed now. The meaning of indexing has also evolved. One definition considers
South Korean finance ministry to block Chinese DeepSeek AI access
South Korea’s finance ministry plans to block access to the Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) service DeepSeek, a ministry official said on Thursday, as part of Seoul’s latest restrictions on the use of the service amid data collection concerns. “Due to multiple technical concerns
RBI’s actions beyond a 25bps rate cut to be closely watched
While a 25bps rate cut in the upcoming RBI MPC policy is largely expected, market focus will be on the central bank’s actions beyond the rate cut, a report by Emkay Global Financial Services stated on Thursday. The RBI is likely to continue
India is a very important market for AI, can be a leading force in world: Sam Altman
As India embarks on an exciting artificial intelligence (AI) journey, OpenAI Co-founder and CEO Sam Altman said on Wednesday that India is a very important market for AI and the company’s second biggest market globally. Altman, speaking at an event in the presence
Trump delays Mexico tariff hike by a month, talks of ‘deal’ coming
US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the tariff hikes on Mexico will be delayed by a month, signaling that a “deal” could be in the works. Conversations with Canada are also ongoing, as Trump spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
PM Modi Hails Union Budget 2025 as a Major Relief for the Middle Class
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday praised the Union Budget 2025, emphasizing that it not only addresses India’s current needs but also lays a strong foundation for future growth. He highlighted the Budget’s benefits for the middle class, farmers, and entrepreneurs, calling it
Middle Class Celebrates as Union Budget Exempts Income Tax for Earnings Up to ₹12 Lakh
In a historic move, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her eighth consecutive Union Budget on Saturday, focusing on growth through four key sectors: agriculture, MSMEs, investment, and exports. In a major relief for taxpayers, she announced that individuals earning up to ₹12 lakh
Budget Brings Cheer to Delhi Voters with Key Announcements
The Narendra Modi government, while adhering to the Election Commission of India’s directive to avoid announcing Delhi-specific schemes in the Union Budget 2025-26, has still provided voters in the election-bound city with several reasons to cheer. Beyond the tax exemption for the middle
De-dollarisation: President Trump threatens BRICS with 100% tariffs
President Donald Trump strongly opposed the de-dollarisation efforts of BRICS nations on Friday, warning them of 100% tariffs on their exports if they attempt to replace the US dollar as the primary currency in global trade. Trump reiterated his stance that the US