Author: Shradhanjali Mukherjee

YouTube Shorts, the 60-second video format that debuted globally in India in 2020, has now exceeded 1 trillion views, as announced by YouTube CEO Neal Mohan. This milestone underscores the profound influence of Indian content creators on the platform. During the YouTube Brandcast 2024 event, Mohan highlighted how YouTube has empowered people to share their stories, with Indian creators leading global cultural trends. He remarked that YouTube is the top platform in India for reach and watch time, with Shorts achieving this impressive view count since its introduction in the country. Moreover, YouTube has become the dominant streaming service on…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended his congratulations to Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus upon his appointment as the head of Bangladesh’s interim government. Modi expressed hope for the safety and protection of Hindus and other minority communities in Bangladesh. In a post on social media platform X, Modi emphasized the importance of ensuring security for all minority groups in the country. He also reaffirmed India’s commitment to working with Bangladesh to achieve shared goals of peace, security, and development. Muhammad Yunus, 84, was sworn in as the head of the interim government following the resignation of former Prime Minister…

On August 10, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Wayanad to conduct an aerial assessment of the destruction that claimed over 300 lives. The local administration reports that 138 individuals remain missing following the recent severe landslides in this northern Kerala district. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with 1,026 personnel from various forces, including the army and navy, supported by over 500 volunteers and heavy machinery, focusing on the Chooralmala and Mundakkai regions. The Kerala government plans to release a detailed list of the missing persons soon as part of the ongoing response.  Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition…

Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-Michigan) has secured a victory in the Democratic primary for Michigan’s 13th Congressional District, defeating Detroit Council member Mary Waters and Attorney Shakira Lynn Hawkins. The 67-year-old entrepreneur, originally from Belgaum and a self-made millionaire, will now advance to the November ballot where he is favored to win the heavily Democratic district. At his election night party in Detroit, Thanedar expressed gratitude to his opponents for participating in the democratic process. He also thanked the U.S. House Democratic Leadership for their endorsement, as well as the unions and groups that supported his campaign. “I look forward to…

India is rapidly emerging as a crucial market for global brands, with a new report highlighting that over 90% of the top 50 global brands have established a presence in the country. According to the joint study by Bain & Company and Myntra, many of these brands generate more than $30 million in revenue from their Indian operations, underscoring India’s significance in the global market. The report, titled ‘E-Styling India: Decoding India’s Online Fashion and Lifestyle Shopping Trends,’ reveals that in the past year alone, over 60 international brands have either launched or planned their entry into India. This includes…

In a recent survey by Morning Consult, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has once again been recognized as the world’s most popular leader, boasting an impressive 69% approval rating. The survey, which gathered data from July 8-14, 2024, places Modi at the forefront among 25 global leaders. Following Modi, Mexico’s President Andrés Manuel López Obrador holds the second position with a 63% approval rating. Argentina’s President Javier Milei is third with 60%. The top six also includes Switzerland’s Federal Councillor Viola Amherd (52%), Ireland’s Simon Harris (47%), and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer (45%). Modi’s enduring popularity can be attributed…

India will kick off the inaugural BIMSTEC Business Summit in New Delhi from August 6-8. Organized by the Ministry of External Affairs in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), this three-day event will be officially opened by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. Keynote speeches will be delivered by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal and other prominent leaders. The summit will feature participation from BIMSTEC member states’ ministers in trade, commerce, industry, and energy sectors, alongside top government officials, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and industry representatives. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the summit’s goal is to…

In a recent update on his Truth Social platform, former US President Donald Trump revealed that he has accepted an invitation from Fox News to debate Vice President Kamala Harris. The debate is scheduled for September 4 in Pennsylvania, though the exact venue has yet to be confirmed. Trump also disclosed that a planned debate with President Joe Biden on ABC News has been canceled, following Biden’s suspension of his re-election campaign. The former president cited ongoing litigation with ABC and its host, George Stephanopoulos, as the reason for the cancellation, suggesting it created a conflict of interest. The upcoming…

Highlighting the transformative power of digitization, Dennis Francis, President of the 78th UN General Assembly session, praised India for its remarkable achievements in leveraging technology to drive rapid development. Over the past 5-6 years, India’s digital advancements have lifted 800 million people out of poverty. Francis pointed out how rural communities in India now conduct financial transactions, pay bills, and manage their businesses effortlessly using smartphones. He pointed out that India’s rapid development highlights how smartphones have helped 800 million people rise out of poverty. The UNGA President attributed this success to India’s extensive internet coverage and high cellphone usage,…

On Tuesday, India’s market capitalization surpassed $5.5 trillion for the first time, just over two months after it initially exceeded $5 trillion. This achievement reflects strong market performance, even as the benchmark indices remained relatively stable for the second consecutive day. By the end of Tuesday’s trading session, the total market capitalization of all BSE-listed companies reached Rs 461 trillion (approximately $5.5 trillion). India’s market capitalization first crossed $5 trillion on May 24, 2024, according to Bloomberg data. The market had reached the $1 trillion mark on May 28, 2007, and it took another decade to double that figure. Since…