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Semiconductors are the lifeblood of modern technology, enabling everything from smartphones and electric vehicles to defence systems and spacecraft. Their dual role as conductors and insulators allows them to control …

India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has reached a historic milestone, with total transactions crossing the 20 billion mark in August 2025—a 34% year-on-year surge that cements UPI’s status as the backbone …

In a historic leap toward its clean energy ambitions, India has overtaken Japan to become the world’s third-largest producer of solar power. According to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), …

Indian Prime Minister Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to meet today on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, China, marking PM Modi’s …

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Japan, commencing on August 29, 2025, has yielded several concrete outcomes, including significant investment pledges, a series of new agreements, and fresh data …

India’s emergence as the world’s third-largest car market has received a decisive boost with Suzuki Motor Corporation’s announcement of a massive $8 billion (₹70,000 crore) investment over the next five …

India and Fiji have emerged from Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s recent high-profile state visit to India with a re-energized partnership cutting across defence, healthcare, trade, mobility, and cultural ties. Marking …

India’s Project-75(I) is more than just the next step in naval procurement, it represents a decisive leap in undersea warfare capabilities. By integrating Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) systems into its …

Natural farming has emerged as a significant shift in India’s agricultural strategy, promoting chemical-free, eco-friendly practices that enhance soil health and biodiversity. In recent years, the Government of India has …

India’s semiconductor sector is undergoing a historic transformation. Backed by large-scale government initiatives, deep-pocketed investments, and strategic global partnerships, the country is rapidly positioning itself as a competitive hub in …

The world’s oceans remain largely unexplored, holding secrets of our planet’s past and answers to the challenges of our future. In recognition of this immense potential, India launched the Deep …

Apple’s export performance in India has become a bellwether for global business success in the country’s rapidly modernizing economy. According to the latest data, Apple’s iPhone exports from India surged …

India’s logistics sector stands at the heart of the nation’s economic transformation. As the fourth-largest economy globally and the fastest-growing major economy in 2025, logistics is not just a support …

India’s journey from an electronics consumer to a potential global semiconductor manufacturing hub crossed a critical milestone, as the Union Cabinet approved four new semiconductor projects worth ₹4,600 crore. This …

On the occasion of India’s 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the historic Red Fort, outlining his government’s vision and priorities for the years ahead. …

India and Oman are set to ink a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)—a modern form of free trade agreement covering goods, services, investments, and labor mobility. Negotiations began in November …

Ajit Doval’s ongoing visit to Russia marks a pivotal moment in India’s foreign policy and strategic positioning. As India’s National Security Adviser, Doval’s Moscow trip is highly significant against a …

The state visit of Philippines President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. to India is far more than a ceremonial milestone—it’s a calculated pivot with wide-reaching implications for both nations and the …

The ongoing overhaul of its electoral rolls has triggered intense political debate and widespread public interest. At the heart of this exercise is a drive to cleanse, update, and modernize …

On July 30, 2025, US President Donald Trump announced a new 25% tariff on all Indian imports to the United States, set to take effect from August 1, 2025. The …