India and US to Launch Semiconductor Fabrication Plant for National Security
India and the US are set to establish a new semiconductor fabrication plant named ‘Shakti,’ which will be among the world’s first multi-material fabs dedicated to national security. US President Joe Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have hailed this significant agreement
India Launches First Multi-Omics Data Portal to Enhance Cancer Research and Treatment
The Indian Cancer Genome Atlas (ICGA) has launched India’s first comprehensive multi-omics data portal aimed at advancing cancer research and treatment, addressing a disease that affects millions globally. This new platform provides open access to clinically correlated data from Indian cancer patients, with
FIIs invest ₹14,064 crore in the Indian equity market this week, with buying expected to persist.
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have ramped up their buying this week, pouring ₹14,064 crore into the cash market as Indian markets demonstrate resilience amid strong economic performance, data released on Saturday revealed. As of September 20, total FII investments reached ₹33,699 crore, bringing
Why are rapes in India increasing day by day?
By: Ashwani Mahajan One of the factors contributing to this rise is the absence of fear in the law. There is no consistent application of the law, and poor policing exacerbates the issue. According to the latest data, there were more than 31,000
German Ambassador Holds ‘Useful Exchange’ with Rahul Gandhi on Indian Politics
The German Ambassador recently met with Rahul Gandhi, engaging in a fruitful discussion about Indian politics. German Ambassador Philipp Ackermann met with Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, on Thursday for a “useful exchange” regarding Indian politics and Indo-German
Sensex surpasses 84,000 for the first time, while Nifty reaches a new record high.
India’s leading stock indices hit all-time highs on Friday during mid-session trading, buoyed by positive market sentiment following the US Federal Reserve’s rate cut. The Sensex and Nifty achieved new peaks of 84,213 and 25,716, respectively, marking the first time the Bombay Stock
HM Shah Promises to End Naxal Violence in India by 2026
Union Home Minister Amit Shah met with victims of Naxal violence from Chhattisgarh at his residence, assuring them that their demands would be addressed and that Naxalism would be eradicated from India by 2026. During the meeting, Shah emphasized the government’s commitment to
US Fed Rate Cut Expected to Boost Investment and Business Sentiment; Focus Shifts to India
Analysts welcomed the US Federal Reserve’s recent rate cut of 0.5 percentage points (50 bps), citing it as a positive move amidst a strengthening US economy with stable inflation. Attention now turns to India, which is currently the fastest-growing economy in the world.
India Imposes Strict New Regulations on OCI Cardholders
India has introduced sweeping changes to regulations affecting Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) cardholders, now classifying them as foreign nationals and imposing stringent restrictions on their activities. According to a bulletin from the Home Ministry dated March 4, these changes will significantly impact
Sensex Trades Flat Ahead of U.S. Federal Reserve Meeting
Indian equity indices opened flat on Wednesday, reflecting a mixed trend in global markets as investors await the U.S. Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decision later today. At 9:42 a.m., the Sensex was up 38 points, or 0.05%, at 83,117, while the Nifty gained
CLOSE-IN: The Moment is Ideal to Develop a Young Indian Test Team
The burgeoning competition among cricket players for spots in the Indian Test team is a positive sign for Indian cricket. However, effectively nurturing young talent to become impactful quickly is crucial, especially with the World Test Championship final on the horizon next year.
India Advances to Tier 1 in Global Cybersecurity Index 2024
India has ascended to Tier 1 in the Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) 2024, released by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). This top tier highlights India’s role-model status in cybersecurity through its significant commitments and impacts. The updated GCI 2024 introduces a new five-tier
India’s industrial production sees a 4.8% increase in July
India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) grew by 4.8% in July, up from 4.7% in June, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics on Thursday. The growth rates across the major sectors were as follows: mining at 3.7%, manufacturing at 4.6%,
U.S. and India forge partnership to strengthen semiconductor supply chain
The U.S. Department of State is collaborating with India’s Semiconductor Mission, part of the Ministry of Electronics and IT, to explore and enhance global semiconductor supply chain opportunities. This initiative, supported by the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund created by the
Indian Space Startup Pixxel Secures NASA Contract to Enhance Earth Science Research
Indian space startup Pixxel has secured a NASA contract to support Earth science research through its advanced hyperspectral technology. The Bengaluru-based company has been included in NASA’s $476-million commercial smallsat data acquisition program, marking a milestone as the first Indian startup to achieve
India and UAE Strengthen Strategic Partnership During Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Visit to Delhi
On Monday, President Droupadi Murmu welcomed Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, to Rashtrapati Bhavan, highlighting the “historic yet forward-looking” bilateral relationship between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). She noted how visionary leadership
Indian Startup Ecosystem Sees 13 Major Funding Rounds in 2024
In 2024, the Indian startup ecosystem has marked a significant milestone with 13 major funding rounds, underscoring a robust and dynamic investment landscape. These funding rounds reflect growing confidence and interest in the Indian startup sector, showcasing a broad range of industries and
India Declares ‘New Chapter in Relations’ with Singapore Following Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong have officially elevated their nations’ bilateral relationship to a “Comprehensive Strategic Partnership” during Modi’s two-day visit to Singapore. In a productive meeting on Thursday, the two leaders discussed a broad range of collaborative