Author: Nupur Rohila

Ahmedabad: Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Tuesday hailed a “monumental day for India” as the group announced a landmark partnership with Google to build the country’s largest AI data centre campus in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The collaboration, between Adani Enterprises’ joint venture AdaniConneX and Google, aims to develop a world-class AI infrastructure ecosystem that will power India’s growing demand for advanced computing and data processing capabilities. “A monumental day for India! Adani is proud to partner with Google to build India’s largest AI data centre campus — in Visakhapatnam — engineered specifically for the demands of artificial intelligence,” Adani…

Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand arrived in New Delhi on Sunday, October 12, beginning a two-day mission aimed at resetting the tone of India–Canada relations after years of diplomatic friction. Welcomed by Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, Anand’s visit seeks to renew dialogue, promote trade, and strengthen cooperation in critical areas like energy and security. On Monday, Anand will meet India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to discuss frameworks for trade diversification and strategic collaboration. According to officials, the talks will also focus on joint efforts to support investment, economic growth,…

 India has secured its position as the fourth largest market globally for fundraising through initial public offerings (IPOs) in calendar year 2025, as per a report by Bernstein. The Indian markets collectively raised about $14.2 billion (Rs. 1,26,096 crore), underscoring the country’s growing appeal as a key destination for capital market investments. The United States topped the list with $52.9 billion (Rs. 4,69,752 crore) in IPO proceeds, followed by Hong Kong with $23.4 billion (Rs. 2,07,792 crore), and China with $16.2 billion (Rs. 1,43,856 crore). India’s robust performance came despite significant foreign institutional investor (FII) withdrawals from secondary markets, highlighting…

A broad coalition of labor unions, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and faith-based organizations has filed a lawsuit to block the Trump-Vance administration’s controversial executive action imposing a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications. Issued on September 19, 2025, and implemented just 36 hours later, the proclamation has caused widespread disruption for employers, federal agencies, and international workers. Plaintiffs are represented by Democracy Forward, Justice Action Center, South Asian American Justice Collaborative (SAAJCO), Kuck Baxter LLC, Joseph & Hall, P.C., and IMMpact Litigation. Leaders from various organizations highlighted the detrimental impact of the policy. Todd Wolfson of the American Association…

NTT DATA, a global leader in digital business and technology services, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), the international subsidiary of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). The agreement marks a significant step toward enabling Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions for Indian tourists visiting Japan, allowing seamless digital payments across Japanese merchants powered by NTT DATA’s payment infrastructure. UPI, India’s homegrown real-time payment system, has transformed digital finance since its launch in 2016 by enabling secure, instant money transfers through mobile apps. In September 2025 alone, UPI facilitated nearly 20 billion…

India is a land where rivers are not just bodies of water but sacred carriers of history, spirituality, and culture. Among these revered waterways, the Shalmala River in Karnataka holds a unique treasure: Sahasralinga, a sacred site where thousands of Shiva Lingas, the symbolic representation of Lord Shiva, are carved into the riverbed and surrounding rocks. This extraordinary site blends faith, history, and natural wonder into one breathtaking spectacle. A River of a Thousand Lingas The word Sahasralinga literally translates to “a thousand lingas.” True to its name, the riverbed and rocks along a stretch of the Shalmala are adorned…

On Thursday, October 2, Indian missions across the globe commemorated the 156th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, paying tribute to his enduring message of peace, non-violence, and social justice. Gandhi Jayanti, celebrated annually, not only honours the Father of the Nation’s philosophy but also serves as the International Day of Non-Violence, observed worldwide to spread his ideals. In New Zealand, the Indian High Commission hosted a ceremony to mark Gandhi’s 156th birthday. High Commissioner Neeta Bhushan welcomed distinguished guests, including public figures of Indian origin, Members of Parliament Anand Satyanand and Paramjeet Parmar, community leaders, and friends of New Zealand.…

 A recent report by Elsevier highlights a significant surge in the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) among Indian healthcare professionals. According to the Clinician of the Future 2025 survey, more than 40% of clinicians in India are now using AI tools for professional purposes—a threefold increase from just 12% last year. This rapid growth places India ahead of the United States (36%) and the United Kingdom (34%) in AI adoption, though it still lags behind China (71%) and the broader Asia Pacific region (56%). The study, which surveyed 2,200 clinicians across 109 countries—including 275 from India—also indicated that 52% of…

 On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) during its centenary celebrations in New Delhi, emphasizing the organization’s enduring commitment to nation-building and societal development. Modi highlighted that the RSS has positively influenced and strengthened countless lives over the last century, guiding generations with a vision centered on the progress of the nation. Drawing an analogy, he compared the flourishing of human civilizations along the banks of mighty rivers to the way individuals have thrived and developed within the framework of the RSS. He reiterated that since its inception, the Sangh’s overarching mission has been focused…

 India celebrated its ninth Asia Cup title in style on Sunday, overpowering Pakistan by five wickets in a pulsating final at the Dubai International Stadium. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the team’s performance, likening the victory to “Operation Sindoor,” India’s historic military triumph, while Home Minister Amit Shah lauded the side’s fighting spirit against its arch-rivals. The match turned dramatically thanks to India’s spinners. Pakistan appeared well-placed at 113/1 in the 13th over before collapsing to 146 all out in just 19.1 overs. Kuldeep Yadav led the charge, bouncing back from an expensive start to deliver a devastating spell. Conceding…