Author: Nupur Rohila

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the high-level UN General Assembly session on September 26, as per a provisional list of speakers released by the UN. The 79th session of the UN General Assembly will occur from September 24-30, with the general debate being a key highlight of the event. The provisional list indicates that India’s “Head of Government” is scheduled for an afternoon address on September 26. However, this schedule may change as the UN updates attendance, schedules, and speaking slots leading up to the session. Traditionally, Brazil opens the general debate on September 24, followed by…

Congressman Shri Thanedar, representing Michigan’s 13th Congressional District, introduced H.R. 9023, known as the Keep STEM Graduates in America Act, a significant piece of legislation aimed at encouraging promising young students to remain in the US after completing their studies. This act proposes reforms to the H-1B visa process and increases the number of available visas each year, making it easier for individuals who can contribute to our industry and economy to stay in the United States. The Congress found that foreign students pursuing education in technology and the sciences have significantly contributed to overall innovation and growth in the…

During his visit to the Indian Newspaper Society (INS) Secretariat at G-Block, Bandra Kurla Complex in Mumbai, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the INS Towers. This new facility is designed to meet the modern and efficient office space needs of INS members and is intended to become the central hub for Mumbai’s newspaper industry. In his speech, Prime Minister Modi congratulated all INS members on the new tower’s inauguration and expressed optimism that the improved working environment would further strengthen India’s democracy. He highlighted that the Indian Newspaper Society, established before India’s independence, has not only witnessed but also communicated…

According to Morgan Stanley’s report “The New India: Why this is India’s decade,” India’s economy is set to thrive in the coming years. The report outlines several factors driving this growth, including offshoring, increased manufacturing investments, energy transition, and advanced digital infrastructure. It predicts that these elements will propel India to become the world’s third-largest economy and stock market by 2030. The global brokerage firm also highlights how geopolitical shifts, such as US-China trade tensions and Russia’s actions in Ukraine, are reshaping the global economy towards a multipolar world. The COVID-19 pandemic has further accelerated trends like “slowbalization” and multipolarity,…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Austria was described as “historic” and “extremely fruitful,” invigorating the relationship between India and Austria. Modi’s previous warm interactions with Russian President Vladimir Putin signaled to Russia that it doesn’t need to rely solely on China for support against Western pressures following the Ukraine conflict. This also conveyed to the West that India aims to maintain its autonomy and avoid over-dependence on Western powers in its strategic dynamics with China. Marking the first visit of an Indian Prime Minister to Austria since 1983, the trip showcased India’s intent to collaborate with non-NATO nations on…

Amid Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Moscow, the United States emphasized India’s historic ties with Russia, noting it provides New Delhi with influence to urge President Vladimir Putin to halt his “brutal and unprovoked” war in Ukraine. White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierres highlighted India as a strategic partner engaging in candid dialogues, including its relationship with Russia. She stressed the importance for all nations, including India, to support efforts for a lasting peace in Ukraine, affirming it’s Putin’s responsibility to end the conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized Modi’s meeting with Putin, calling it a setback for peace efforts,…

India’s life insurance sector exhibited robust growth in the first quarter of FY25, marked by a 22.91% year-on-year increase in first-year premiums, totaling US$ 10.75 billion (Rs. 89,726.7 crore), up from US$ 8.75 billion (Rs. 73,004.87 crore) in FY24 Q1. Leading this expansion, the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) saw premiums surge by 28.11% to US$ 6.88 billion (Rs. 57,440.9 crore), driven primarily by strong performance in group premiums. LIC’s Group Single premium also saw significant growth, rising by 33.49% to US$ 5.35 billion (Rs. 44,671.86 crore) compared to the previous year. Private life insurers contributed to sector growth…

The Indian pharmaceutical market exhibited a robust growth of 8.8% in June 2024, fueled by positive value growth across all major therapies. According to the market research firm Pharmarack, respiratory, anti-infectives, and gastrointestinal therapies experienced notable growth rates of 19.2%, 17.2%, and 10.7%, respectively. This expansion is driven by new introductions, price-based growth, and volume increases. The moving annual turnover (MAT) for the Indian Pharmaceutical Market (IPM) from July 2023 to June 2024 reached 7.6%, amounting to over Rs. 2 trillion (US$ 24.01 billion). Notably, leading therapies such as cardiac, anti-infectives, and gastrointestinal showed strong MAT growth, with volume growth…

The Indian community of Centallo and the province of Cuneo had long dreamed of establishing a Hindu temple, and as of early June, this dream is beginning to materialize. The temple is slated to be constructed in the industrial area of Madonna dei Prati on the northern outskirts of town. Currently, the site is marked by an orange construction fence, with excavation work for the foundation set to commence shortly. The project is being undertaken by the Ariaudo company, following a design by architect Michele Marengo, with the municipal building permit issued on 17th May. The goal is to have…

Just after India’s thrilling T20 World Cup win over South Africa in Barbados last Saturday, which secured the trophy for India for the second time, three players announced their retirement from T20I cricket within 24 hours. The first to do so was Virat Kohli, immediately after receiving the Player of the Match award. This was followed by India’s captain, Rohit Sharma, during the post-match press conference. Ravindra Jadeja joined them a few hours later. But does this mean Jasprit Bumrah might be next? Bumrah played a significant role in India’s historic T20 World Cup victory, which was their first in…