Author: Akancha Mishra

 A global survey conducted by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), in collaboration with the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, and the OECD, has revealed high levels of public trust in India’s tax system. The study, titled Public Trust in Tax 2025: Asia and Beyond, surveyed over 12,000 participants across 29 countries, highlighting that Asia leads the world in confidence regarding the fairness of taxes, with India performing particularly well. In India, nearly 45% of respondents believe that tax revenues are reasonably allocated for the public good, signaling widespread acknowledgment that taxation contributes…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India’s growing global influence in culture, arts, music, and festivals, noting that traditional practices such as Yoga and Ayurveda are fostering healthier lifestyles worldwide. He added that India is contributing innovative solutions to pressing global challenges. Addressing the historic Somnath Temple, Modi reflected on past aggressors, calling them “dust in the wind” and highlighting that their legacies are now mere footnotes in history. In contrast, the Somnath Temple shines as a symbol of enduring hope and resilience, demonstrating that faith and conviction can overcome temporary destruction caused by hate and fanaticism. Modi pointed out that…

 Forbes’ latest list of the world’s richest self-made billionaires under 40 highlights the growing influence of Indian-origin entrepreneurs in global technology and finance. The 2025 edition features 71 self-made billionaires aged 39 or younger, with four Indian-origin tech innovators making the top 40. Leading the group is Ankur Jain, the founder and CEO of Bilt Rewards, a New York-based platform that lets renters earn loyalty points on rent payments. Jain, based in the United States, ranks 19th globally with an estimated net worth of $3.4 billion. Bilt Rewards, valued at $10.8 billion by private investors in mid-2025, follows Jain’s earlier…

India’s nominal GDP growth is expected to improve to around 11 per cent in FY27, supported by resilient domestic consumption, credit-led demand, and continued policy support, according to a report by a leading mutual fund. Real GDP growth is projected at approximately 7.2 per cent in FY27, reflecting a constructive medium-term outlook driven by structural reforms and increasing premiumisation across sectors. While growth momentum remains healthy, global economic slowdown and geopolitical risks continue to pose potential headwinds. Inflation is expected to moderate and stabilise near 4 per cent in FY27, allowing the central bank to maintain a prolonged policy pause…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm New Year wishes to people across the country, welcoming 2026 with a message centered on peace, happiness, and collective well-being. In a post shared on X, the prime minister expressed hope that the year ahead would bring good health, prosperity, and success in the endeavors of citizens, while also offering prayers for harmony within society. As India stepped into 2026, celebrations unfolded across the nation with energy and optimism. Like many parts of the world, the country marked the occasion at midnight with fireworks, music, and prayers. Major cities witnessed large gatherings, as people…

 The NYU Tandon School of Engineering has officially introduced the Center for Robotics and Embodied Intelligence in Downtown Brooklyn, signaling a major step forward in robotics and physical artificial intelligence research on the East Coast. The initiative forms a central part of NYU’s long-term investment of more than $1,000 million aimed at strengthening engineering education and global scientific leadership. Operating from NYU Tandon’s expanding Brooklyn campus, the center is overseen by Juan de Pablo, NYU’s Executive Vice President for Global Science and Technology. The new hub is designed to bring together experts from multiple disciplines to explore how intelligent machines…

Kalyani Ramadurgam, an Indian-origin technology professional, has been recognised on the Forbes 30 Under 30 United States list for 2026 in the finance category. She earned the honour as the co-founder of Kobalt Labs, a startup she launched alongside Ashi Agrawal, a former software engineer at Affirm. Her work sits at the intersection of financial technology and artificial intelligence, with a focus on solving long-standing compliance challenges in the financial sector. Ramadurgam began her journey with a background in computer science, where she developed a strong interest in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Her academic training equipped her with core…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Bangladesh Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, remembering her as a historic leader whose contributions to Bangladesh and India-Bangladesh relations will always be remembered. In a post on X, PM Modi conveyed his condolences to her family and the people of Bangladesh, calling her a pioneering leader and recalling her role as the country’s first woman Prime Minister. He noted that her efforts toward national development and bilateral ties with India left a lasting impact. PM Modi also recalled his warm meeting with Khaleda…

Nepal and India have agreed to develop and implement a biennial action plan within the next three months aimed at turning bilateral agricultural agreements into concrete outcomes, Nepal’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development stated on Monday. The decision was reached during the ninth Nepal–India Joint Agriculture Working Group meeting held in Kathmandu, where both sides emphasized strengthening collaboration between agricultural universities and research organizations, including India’s ICAR and Nepal’s NARC, through specific time-bound initiatives. Additional cooperation will focus on the livestock, poultry, and fisheries sectors under a separate memorandum of understanding. The two nations also agreed to streamline logistics…

Dhruv Amin, an Indian-origin entrepreneur, has emerged as a notable name in the global startup ecosystem after transforming a modest $2 million venture into a company now valued at $100 million. At just thirty-three, Amin made the bold decision to shut down a profitable business to rebuild entirely around artificial intelligence, a move that has since drawn widespread attention in the tech world. Amin is the co-founder and co-CEO of Anything, an AI-powered “vibe-coding” platform created alongside Marcus Lowe, a former Google colleague. The company reached its current valuation following an $11 million funding round, according to industry reports. Before…