Author: Akancha Mishra

India has ranked sixth among countries and trading partners in investment commitments to the United States, with investments valued at $500 billion, according to data released by the White House under President Donald Trump’s administration. The White House investment tracker, titled “The Trump Effect,” reported total investment commitments of $11.3 trillion across 277 investments spanning 15 sectors. Country-level and trade agreements accounted for the largest share, with commitments totalling $5.77 trillion across nine agreements. India’s reported investment commitments include a $300 billion partnership involving Reliance to establish America First Refining, described in the White House data as the first major…

Congressman Ro Khanna of California leads Indian-American candidates contesting seats in the US House of Representatives in campaign fundraising, with $16.93 million in cash on hand, according to Federal Election Commission (FEC) data available ahead of the latest reporting disclosures. Khanna, a Democrat representing California’s 17th Congressional District, had raised $13.76 million during the 2026 election cycle and reported $16.93 million in campaign cash as of the latest figures cited in the available data. His fundraising position places him among the financially strongest House candidates as the November 3 elections approach. His Republican challenger, Ritesh Tandon, who is also Indian…

Grammy Award-winning musician, entrepreneur and philanthropist Chandrika Tandon brought an inspiring message of creativity, spirituality and community to New York’s Asia Society during a special gathering ahead of Diwali. Held on October 7, 2026, the program, titled “Love, Light, Laughter: An Evening with Chandrika Tandon,” explored how music, personal experiences and a sense of purpose can connect people across cultures and generations. Organized in partnership with The Culture Tree, the event brought together cultural enthusiasts and community leaders for an evening of reflection and artistic expression. Farwa Ahmad introduced the program, while New York City Council Member Shekar Krishnan delivered…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Canada on December 11 and 12, 2026, as India and Canada seek to strengthen bilateral relations and advance cooperation in trade, energy, technology and security. The announcement was made by the High Commission of India in Ottawa through a post on social media platform X. The visit comes amid efforts by New Delhi and Ottawa to build on recent diplomatic engagement and expand cooperation across several sectors. Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have agreed to work towards concrete outcomes in trade, energy, technology, security and people-to-people ties. According to reports, Modi’s visit…

India’s merchandise exports to the United States increased by 11.1% to $50.81 billion during April-September 2026, demonstrating continued trade growth despite tariff-related uncertainty. Imports from the US also recorded a substantial increase, rising 26% to $32.33 billion during the same period, according to figures released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on October 15. India exported goods worth $45.73 billion to the American market during the corresponding six-month period a year earlier. Meanwhile, imports from the US rose from $25.66 billion to $32.33 billion. Although trade flows expanded in both directions, India’s merchandise trade surplus with the US narrowed…

The Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) has appealed to US President Donald Trump to preserve the Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) program, warning that broad restrictions could affect skilled immigration, technological innovation and American competitiveness. In a formal letter to the White House, GOPIO Chairman Dr. Thomas Abraham and President Prakash Shah, representing the organization’s US chapters and members, urged the administration to retain the program while strengthening safeguards against fraud and the displacement of American workers. GOPIO said the United States could protect domestic employment opportunities while continuing to attract highly skilled professionals in science, technology, engineering…

India and Georgia are looking to expand their diplomatic and economic engagement, with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and his Georgian counterpart, Maka Botchorishvili, discussing new avenues for cooperation during a meeting in Abu Dhabi on October 15. The two ministers met on the sidelines of the second edition of Raisina Middle East, an international dialogue being held in the United Arab Emirates. Their discussions focused on strengthening collaboration in trade, business, connectivity, tourism, education and cultural exchanges, alongside reviewing developments in the region. Jaishankar highlighted the progress in bilateral relations, noting that India’s engagement with Georgia in areas such…

India and Canada are working to strengthen diplomatic and economic relations following a telephone conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on October 13, 2026. The two leaders agreed to build on improving bilateral ties, emphasizing practical progress in trade, energy, technology, security, and connections between their citizens. Following the conversation, Modi described the exchange as positive and productive in a post on X. He said both governments intended to maintain the recent momentum in their relationship and pursue tangible results across key areas of their strategic partnership. He also highlighted the contribution India and…

India is poised to maintain its position as the fastest-growing major steel market worldwide, supported by strong domestic economic activity and continued investment in infrastructure and industry. According to the World Steel Association’s October 2026 Short Range Outlook, Indian steel demand is expected to increase by 7.9% to 172.4 million tonnes in 2026. Growth is projected to accelerate further in 2027, with consumption rising by 8% to 186.2 million tonnes. These forecasts highlight the country’s growing importance to the global steel industry. Infrastructure development remains a major contributor to India’s expanding steel requirements. Construction projects, urban development, and private investment…

Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal has called for doubling bilateral trade between India and the United Kingdom by 2030, urging businesses in both countries to capitalise on the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) to expand exports, attract investment, strengthen partnerships and generate employment. The call was made during the 16th session of the India-UK Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO) in New Delhi, where officials and business representatives discussed progress under the India-UK Vision 2035 framework and explored opportunities to deepen economic cooperation. The discussions focused on translating the trade agreement into tangible commercial outcomes for…