Author: Nupur Rohila

In a bold and personal move, US President Donald Trump has penned letters to the CEOs of 17 major pharmaceutical firms, demanding that they take immediate steps to slash drug prices for Americans. Amongthose contacted was Indian American Vasant Narasimhan, the MD and CEO of Novartis. Trump’s letters were revealed at a White House press briefing on July 31, 2025, by press secretary Karoline Leavitte, and gave the companies a hard deadline — September 29 — to match drug prices in the US with those in Europe and other advanced economies. Leavitte emphasized that Americans currently pay more than three…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed strong admiration for External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s impactful address in Parliament regarding Operation Sindoor, calling it a vital moment that showcased India’s foreign policy effectiveness. Modi shared Jaishankar’s speech on social media, praising it as a powerful articulation of India’s position on terrorism, especially in the wake of the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. Through a post on X (formerly Twitter), Modi emphasized how India’s stance has brought the international community together against terrorism. He described Jaishankar’s remarks as “outstanding,” noting they clearly conveyed how the world has embraced India’s firm anti-terror…

During his address to the Lok Sabha on Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a firm and detailed defense of India’s military actions against Pakistan. He rebuffed claims by US President Donald Trump about intervening to mediate a ceasefire, asserting that India acted in its own strategic interest without foreign influence. Modi revealed that on the night of May 9, US Vice President JD Vance reached out multiple times, warning of a potential Pakistani strike. The Prime Minister stated he didn’t take the calls immediately due to back-to-back meetings. When he finally responded, he told Vance that any provocation…

Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are projected to become a major force in India’s economic engine, contributing 2 per cent of the nation’s GDP and generating 2.8 million jobs by the year 2030, according to a recent report by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). Originally established as back-office support arms for global enterprises, GCCs in India have rapidly transformed into high-value innovation and research centres. Today, they are spearheading technological advancements and R&D functions for some of the world’s leading corporations. The report highlights the role of GCCs in driving India’s service exports and offering high-quality, skill-intensive employment opportunities.…

Indian-origin tech leader Amar Subramanya has made waves in the AI world after stepping down from Google and taking on a new role as Corporate Vice President of AI at Microsoft. His move ends a 16-year journey with Google, where he held senior engineering roles, most recently leading development for the Gemini chatbot. Subramanya brings a total of 24 years of experience in the tech industry and is now poised to contribute to Microsoft’s expanding AI portfolio. In a candid LinkedIn post, Subramanya shared that what struck him most about Microsoft was its “refreshingly low-ego yet highly ambitious” culture. He…

Airbus and Rolls-Royce have landed multi-billion-dollar contracts totaling nearly $6.5 billion to supply aircraft and advanced engines to Indian carriers, a breakthrough commercial result of the newly signed India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA). This development comes just a day after the landmark pact was finalized on July 24, 2025, showcasing early benefits of reduced trade barriers and enhanced economic cooperation. The agreement, which slashes the average tariff on UK exports to India from 15% to just 3%, immediately unlocked business opportunities across sectors. European aviation leader Airbus and British engineering icon Rolls-Royce will jointly deliver state-of-the-art aircraft and Trent XWB…

 During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day UK visit, a landmark trade agreement was finalized with his British counterpart Keir Starmer, marking a new chapter in bilateral relations. At a joint press conference, the two leaders shared a light-hearted moment when Modi suggested mixing English with translations, promptingStarmer to remark, “I think we understand each other well.” Modi went on to compare the growing India-UK relationship to a cricket match, saying, “There may be a swing and a miss at times, but we always play with a straight bat,” drawing on the sport’s shared cultural significance and current Test series between…

As global condemnation of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine intensifies, India is under growing pressure from Western powers to reduce its oil imports from Moscow. The latest warning came from US Senator Lindsey Graham, who said a future Trump-led administration would slap 100% tariffs on oil-linked imports from countries that continue purchasing Russian crude—including India, China, and Brazil. Graham, a close ally of former President Donald Trump, claimed that these three nations collectively account for around 80% of Russia’s crude exports, a lifeline funding the war in Ukraine. Speaking on Fox News, he accused them of financially supporting the conflict. “If…

India’s Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar unexpectedly resigned from his constitutional post on July 21, during the opening day of the Monsoon Session in Parliament. The announcement, citing health issues, was made public shortly after Dhankhar visited Rashtrapati Bhavan to personally hand over his resignation to President Droupadi Murmu. Though he cited medical advice as the reason, the sudden nature of his exit has triggered widespread speculation and debate. Dhankhar, 74, had assumed office in August 2022 and was set to serve until August 2027. Despite appearing active and spirited in public, sources indicate he had been facing persistent health concerns…

The European Union has rolled out a new sanctions package, placing restrictions on Nayara Energy’s refinery in Gujarat—India’s second-largest oil refinery—due to its links with Russian oil. The refinery, located in Vadinar, is partly owned by Russian state oil company Rosneft, which holds a 49.13% stake. Nayara Energy produces 400,000 barrels per day and operates over 6,300 fuel stations across India. The decision aligns with a broader EU effort to tighten the noose around Russia’s energy revenues amid the Ukraine conflict. This marks the first time the EU has sanctioned a refinery outside Russia for refining Russian crude oil. EU…