Author: Bhakti Narayanan

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed the importance of Israel’s relationship with India, describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as one of the country’s closest international partners. Speaking during remarks on Israel’s foreign policy, Netanyahu emphasized that strengthening ties with India remains a key diplomatic priority as global geopolitical dynamics continue to evolve. Highlighting Israel’s international partnerships, Netanyahu said his government is actively working to build stronger alliances with friendly nations, placing India among its most significant strategic partners. He praised Modi’s leadership and acknowledged the strong support Israel has received from India, noting that the goodwill extended by both…

The upcoming romantic drama ‘Jai Hind, Jai Sindh. A Love Story’ is set to release across India in four languages in October 2026, with the makers planning a multilingual theatrical release in Hindi, Kannada, Tamil and Telugu. Produced by Sammy Nanwani under the banner of Sammy’s Entertainment and directed by Indrajit Lankesh, the film explores themes of love, emotions and human relationships. The makers said the decision to release the film in multiple languages is aimed at reaching audiences across different regions and cultural backgrounds. Director Indrajit Lankesh said the film’s emotional themes go beyond linguistic boundaries. He expressed confidence…

An Indian-American Army surgeon has helped introduce a groundbreaking surgical technique that allows doctors to remove certain brain tumors through the nasal passage instead of opening the skull. The innovative procedure, developed by Major Jagatkumar Patel alongside US Army neurosurgeon Lt. Col. Charles Miller, represents a significant advancement in treating tumors located at the base of the skull while reducing recovery time and surgical trauma for eligible patients. The technique focuses on carefully selected tumors based on their size and location. Rather than performing traditional open-brain surgery, the medical team reaches the tumor through the patient’s nose using specialized endoscopic…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram in Andhra Pradesh on August 1, marking a major step forward in regional infrastructure development. Built with an investment of nearly $600 million, the airport is expected to strengthen connectivity, support tourism, expand logistics networks, and encourage industrial growth in North Andhra. The Andhra Pradesh government has positioned the airport as a transformative project that goes beyond transportation, aiming to create a foundation for economic expansion across the region. Officials believe the facility will help improve Visakhapatnam’s global connectivity while attracting investments in manufacturing,…

India has made significant progress in strengthening its economic framework, moving up 25 positions in global rankings for structural and pro-competitive reforms. According to a report released by the Competere Foundation, India improved its ranking from 82nd in 2010 to 57th in 2023, reflecting continued efforts to reduce market distortions and create a more competitive business environment. The report, titled India’s Next Growth Frontier: Reducing Anti-Competitive Market Distortions to Build on India’s 2010–2023 Reform Progress, was introduced during a discussion organized by the Centre for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL) at the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) in New…

US-based semiconductor giant Marvell Technology has unveiled plans to invest $250 million in India over the next three years, marking a significant step in strengthening its research and development capabilities across the country. The investment is aimed at expanding engineering talent, upgrading infrastructure, and accelerating innovation in advanced semiconductor technologies as India continues to emerge as a major global technology hub. The announcement comes as Marvell celebrates two decades of operations in India. As part of its long-term growth strategy, the company also intends to double its workforce during the same three-year period, reflecting its increasing reliance on Indian engineering…

New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani has launched a new tenant-focused initiative called “Talk to Tenants” to help renters living in buildings with repeated housing violations organize collectively and advocate for better living conditions. The campaign, introduced by the Mayor’s Office of Mass Engagement (OME) in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office to Protect Tenants (MOPT), aims to connect residents with resources, training programs, and information about their legal right to organize. As part of the initiative, volunteers will conduct door-to-door outreach in neighborhoods where tenants face rising housing costs and ongoing concerns about poor building conditions. The campaign will…

India could witness foreign exchange inflows of as much as $85 million following the Reserve Bank of India’s measures aimed at encouraging Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank), or FCNR(B), deposits, according to a new report released by SBI Research. The initiative is expected to significantly improve the country’s foreign exchange reserves while strengthening confidence in India’s external financial position. The report estimates that FCNR(B) deposits alone may contribute between $65 million and $70 million by the time the scheme concludes. If achieved, this would comfortably exceed the amount raised under a similar RBI initiative introduced in 2013, highlighting the strong response…

The United States and India are broadening their strategic partnership by increasing collaboration in defence, civil nuclear energy and trusted artificial intelligence, according to US Assistant Secretary of State S. Paul Kapur. The initiatives are aimed at strengthening economic growth, improving regional security and advancing cooperation in emerging technologies. Kapur shared the update while participating in a roundtable discussion on India at the Hoover Institution. The event also featured former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and former US Ambassador to India David C. Mulford, highlighting the continued importance of India-US relations among senior policymakers. In a message posted on…

India’s steel industry delivered another quarter of steady growth during the first three months of FY27, driven by increased manufacturing activity, infrastructure development, and expanding domestic demand. Fresh provisional figures released by the Joint Plant Committee (JPC) indicate that both production and consumption continued to move upward between April and June 2026, highlighting the sector’s resilience despite evolving global market conditions. Crude steel output climbed by 3% year over year to 42.1 million metric tons, while finished steel production increased by 4.9% to 40.6 million metric tons. Domestic demand remained a major growth driver, with finished steel consumption reaching 41.6…