India’s role as digital hub spotlighted at Wavelength Forum
India’s rising prominence as a global digital hub was a key focus at the Wavelength Forum held in New Delhi on Wednesday, where Quad partners, government officials, and industry leaders convened to advance subsea cable connectivity across the Indo-Pacific. Organised under the US
Bangladesh crackdown: Yunus targets intellectuals, critics of radical Islam
The arrest of renowned economist Professor Abul Barkat has sparked outrage across Bangladesh, exposing a growing crackdown on intellectuals, minorities, and dissenters under Muhammad Yunus’s interim government. Barkat, 71, a former Chairman of Janata Bank and a vocal critic of radical Islam, was
India celebrates as astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla returns from ISS mission
As Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla prepares to return to Earth after an 18-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), political leaders across party lines have hailed the achievement as a proud milestone in India’s space journey. Shukla, part of Axiom Mission 4
Trump urges trade partners to ‘keep working’ ahead of August 1 tariff deadline
U.S. President Donald Trump has urged countries engaged in trade talks with his administration to “just keep working hard” ahead of the looming August 1 deadline for steep reciprocal tariffs. His comments come amid intensified negotiations with countries like South Korea and Japan.
Trump announces 30% tariffs on EU, Mexico starting August 1
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced 30 per cent tariffs on imports from the European Union and Mexico, effective August 1, intensifying global trade tensions. In separate letters released on Truth Social, Trump said the tariffs aim to push both partners into renegotiating
Apple names Indian-origin Sabih Khan as new Chief Operating Officer
Tech giant Apple has appointed Indian-origin executive Sabih Khan as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), marking a major leadership shift as the company faces slowing iPhone sales and tariff-related challenges. Khan will succeed Jeff Williams, who is stepping down from the COO
PM Modi urges BRICS to adopt responsible AI governance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on BRICS nations to jointly promote the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), emphasizing ethical innovation and global equity in AI development. Speaking at the Outreach Session of the 17th BRICS Summit, focused on multilateralism, economic affairs,
India proves scale and speed can go together: FM Sitharaman in Rio
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, speaking at the ‘Governors Seminar’ in Rio de Janeiro, highlighted India’s ability to combine rapid development with inclusive and sustainable growth. She emphasized that India is not only leading its own transformation but also serving as a model for
Trump warns Musk may leave US if EV subsidies end
U.S. President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by suggesting that Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk may be forced to “close up shop” and return to South Africa if electric vehicle (EV) subsidies are withdrawn. The comment came as part of an escalating
Lancet study warns of rising risk as global childhood vaccinations decline
Millions of children are at increased risk of preventable diseases due to a troubling decline in global childhood vaccination coverage since 2010, according to a new study published in The Lancet. The study, led by researchers from the Institute for Health Metrics and
2 in 3 Indian MSMEs now digitally ready, says CMR report
A new report by CyberMedia Research (CMR) reveals that 67% of India’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are now digitally equipped, leveraging both core and advanced technologies to drive business outcomes. According to the report, Indian MSMEs are increasingly adopting tools like
India’s Shubhanshu Shukla set to reach ISS in historic space mission
In a proud moment for India, astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is poised to become the first Indian to reach the International Space Station (ISS). Ahead of his historic flight, he declared on X: “India is returning to space, Jai Hind.” Shukla is scheduled to
Shubhanshu Shukla’s spaceflight to ISS likely on June 25: NASA
NASA has confirmed a new launch date for Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s historic flight to the International Space Station (ISS). The mission, delayed multiple times, is now scheduled for lift-off at 2:31 a.m. EDT (12:01 p.m. IST) on Wednesday, June 25
Centre launches ‘GST Pakhwada’ to mark 8 years of tax reform
The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has launched a nationwide campaign titled ‘GST Pakhwada’, running from June 17 to June 30, to mark eight years of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime ahead of GST Day on July 1.
Modi pitches India’s growth at India-Cyprus CEO Forum
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the India-Cyprus CEO Forum on Sunday, highlighting India’s rapid economic transformation and inviting Cypriot businesses to invest in the country’s growth story. Modi outlined India’s key reforms over the past decade, including the introduction of GST, corporate tax
Norway supports India on J&K, welcomes Modi’s visit
Norway has expressed its support for India amid recent developments in Jammu & Kashmir and conveyed eagerness to host Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Norwegian Minister Asmund Aukrust shared this during a meeting with Dr Jitendra Singh aboard the historic vessel Statsraad Lehmkuhl in
India-Norway marine pact spotlighted at Monaco ocean summit
India and Norway showcased their marine spatial planning (MSP) collaboration during a high-level event aboard the Norwegian tall ship Statsraad Lehmkuhl in Monaco, marking World Ocean Day. Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh highlighted India’s commitment to a resilient Blue Economy and the success
Foreign students face increasing uncertainty in the US, says expert
Amid heightened scrutiny and mass deportations by the US government, a foreign policy expert has voiced concern over the increasingly hostile environment for international students, particularly those from India. Robinder Sachdev, a noted foreign policy analyst, said while the recent US warning to
South Korea eyes edge over China in UAE high-speed rail bid
South Korea’s consortium has a competitive edge over China in the bid for the United Arab Emirates’ $13.6 billion high-speed rail project, according to Transport Minister Park Sang-woo. The consortium—comprising Korea National Railway, Korea Railroad Corp., Hyundai Rotem, and POSCO E&C—has cleared the
South Korea forms Mars task force, aims to collaborate with US on space missions
South Korea has launched a new Mars exploration task force to pursue opportunities for collaboration with the United States on future missions to the Red Planet, the Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA) announced on Wednesday. Speaking at a press briefing marking the agency’s first