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India-Zambia Pact Aims to Strengthen Cooperative Exports
India and Zambia have formalized a trade cooperation agreement aimed at enhancing the cooperative sector and opening new export opportunities. Both nations signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promote partnerships between cooperatives and develop stronger business links.
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, announced the deal in the Lok Sabha, highlighting the government’s broader mission to boost India’s cooperative export ecosystem. According to Shah, the Ministry of Cooperation is actively working through I .....
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India Expands Turmeric Exports Through SPICED Initiative
The Indian government has intensified efforts to promote turmeric and other spice exports through the “Sustainability in Spice Sector through Progressive, Innovative and Collaborative Interventions for Export Development” (SPICED) scheme, implemented by the Spices Board. The initiative focuses on raising the quality, value, and global competitiveness of Indian spices by providing support for food safety compliance, post-harvest handling, processing, and value addition. It also conducts training programs to empower stakeholders, improve product .....
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India Leads Global Smartphone Supply to US
India has overtaken China to become the leading supplier of smartphones to the United States, marking a major milestone for the country’s manufacturing sector. This surge has been fueled by the government’s Make in India initiative, Apple’s strategic relocation of operations, and the US importers’ decision to stock up on inventory ahead of potential tariff hikes.
The shift comes as US tariffs on Indian goods prompted vendors to accelerate imports and adjust sourcing strategies. Since 2017, targeted government support through the Make in India .....
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US Tariffs on Indian Pharma May Raise US Drug Prices
The ongoing tariff tensions between India and the United States have taken a new turn, with the US proposing a 50 percent tariff on Indian goods, raising concerns about its potential impact on the pharmaceutical sector.
Former Director General of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Dr. N.K. Ganguly, highlighted that India supplies nearly 80 percent of the world’s generic medicines. He explained that India’s pricing policies, government schemes, and promotion of generic prescriptions ensure that medicines remain affordable. Under ini .....
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Sonu Nigam’s Special Janmashtami Memories
Padma Shri awardee Sonu Nigam has shared one of his fondest memories involving his son Nevaan Nigam. The senior playback singer, who will perform live for a Janmashtami special, recalled how his son used to dress up as Lord Krishna during his toddler years.
Sonu Nigam will be performing alongside playback singer Shaan for Janmashtami LIVE: The World Celebrates Krishna. Reflecting on the occasion, he said that Janmashtami has always been a deeply spiritual celebration in his family, with cherished childhood memories from both Mumbai and Delhi. .....
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Western Media Downplays India’s Op Sindoor Success
The Western media’s reluctance to clearly highlight India’s superior performance during Operation Sindoor reflects a broader pattern of underplaying the nation’s growing military sophistication, according to a leading British publication.
Launched on May 7 in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack, Operation Sindoor targeted terror bases in Pakistan in one of India’s most decisive military actions since 1971. Satellite imagery and independent assessments confirmed extensive damage to Pakistani defence infrastructure, underscoring I .....
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India’s Economy Maintains Strong Growth Momentum
India’s economy continues to display robust growth momentum, driven by resilient high-frequency indicators, according to Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran. Speaking at an event in Mumbai, he emphasised that while trade-related challenges matter, they should not overshadow pressing priorities such as energy transition, AI development, and semiconductor manufacturing.
Nageswaran noted that last year’s consumption slowdown was primarily due to tight credit and liquidity conditions, prompting the government to introduce substantial midd .....
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How Indian-Origin Leaders Rose to Global Power
Across the world’s most powerful boardrooms, Indian-origin executives are steering some of the most influential companies in technology, finance, and luxury. Their paths to leadership reveal the enduring strength of combining rigorous Indian education with exposure to top global universities, creating leaders who can bridge diverse markets and ideas.
Satya Nadella – Microsoft
Armed with a degree in Electrical Engineering from Manipal Institute of Technology, an M.S. from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, and an MBA from the University .....
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India Advances Bid to Host 2030 Commonwealth Games
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has officially endorsed India’s proposal to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games (CWG), approving the bid during a Special General Meeting in the capital on Wednesday. Ahmedabad has been chosen as the proposed host city, marking the country’s first CWG hosting attempt since New Delhi 2010, where India secured second place with 101 medals, behind Australia’s 177.
This move is part of a broader strategy to position India for the 2036 Olympic Games, also envisioned for Ahmedabad. The IOA has already filed an Exp .....
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PM Modi May Visit US Next Month, Possible Trump Meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to travel to the United States in late September to attend the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). However, attention is centered on the possibility of a meeting with US President Donald Trump amid ongoing tensions over a stalled bilateral trade agreement. India has remained firm in resisting Washington’s push to open its agricultural sector, prioritizing the livelihoods of its farmers over American demands. Negotiations between the two nations have been stuck on key issues, including market .....
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Tariffs Trigger Calls to Boycott US Brands in India
American corporate giants, from McDonald’s and Coca-Cola to Amazon and Apple, are facing growing calls for a boycott in India as trade tensions with Washington deepen. The push, backed by business leaders and supporters of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, comes in response to President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 50% tariff on Indian goods — a move that has rattled exporters and strained bilateral relations. India, now the world’s most populous country, is a major market for American brands that have embedded the .....
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Cabinet Greenlights 4 Semiconductor Projects, $560M Boost
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved four new semiconductor projects under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) framework, marking a significant boost to the nation’s semiconductor ecosystem. This decision adds to six previously approved projects currently progressing at various stages.
The new approvals include the country’s first commercial compound semiconductor fabrication facility and an advanced glass-based substrate packaging unit. These projects are expected to support India’s expanding chip design ca .....
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Harvard to Open Prayer Spaces for Muslim and Hindu Students
Harvard University is set to inaugurate two new dedicated prayer spaces this fall, fulfilling long-standing requests from Muslim and Hindu students for adequate worship facilities. For years, these students had limited access to proper areas, often relegated to cramped basement rooms in dormitories that could not accommodate larger gatherings.
The new arrangements will place a permanent musallah for Muslim students on the second floor of the Smith Campus Center, replacing temporary prayer locations at Sever Hall and Canaday Hall. Meanwhile, .....
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Sarayu Blue Joins Netflix’s Unaccustomed Earth Adaptation
Netflix has confirmed that Indian-American actress Sarayu Blue will portray Ruma in its highly anticipated drama Unaccustomed Earth, based on Jhumpa Lahiri’s Pulitzer Prize-winning short story collection. Blue’s character is described as a determined Bengali-American mother, an accomplished lawyer, and the main provider for her household. While she supports a family of dreamers and artists, she quietly shoulders an emotional weight that few recognize.
The ensemble cast already features Freida Pinto, Indraneil Sengupta, Adi Roy, and Iyla Sund .....
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Megha Ganne Wins Historic US Women’s Amateur Title
Indian-American golfer Megha Ganne etched her name into the record books by claiming the 2025 US Women’s Amateur title at Bandon Dunes, defeating Brooke Biermann 4 and 3 in the 36-hole final. The victory not only shocked the golfing world but also secured her place among the sport’s rising stars.
Ganne, a 21-year-old rising senior, triumphed over Biermann, a recent Michigan State graduate, in what was her seventh appearance in the prestigious championship. The Holmdel, New Jersey native is the daughter of first-generation Indian immigrants—h .....
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India Launches Digital Boost for Micro and Small Enterprises
The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) has rolled out the ‘MSE TEAM’ (Trade Enablement and Marketing) initiative, part of the World Bank-backed Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) program. This nationwide effort is aimed at equipping Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) with the digital skills and tools needed to strengthen their presence in e-commerce.
Central to the plan is integrating MSEs with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), enabling them to reach more customers and boost revenue. The initiati .....
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Trump Calls India Tariffs a ‘Big Blow’ to Moscow
New Delhi will host the third edition of the India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR) on Wednesday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Tuesday. The high-level gathering seeks to broaden and strengthen the strategic partnership between the two nations, paving the way for new areas of collaboration. The meeting comes amid speculation that Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong may visit India next month, according to media sources. India will be represented by key ministers, including External Affairs Minister S. .....
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India, Singapore to Hold Third Ministerial Roundtable
New Delhi will host the third edition of the India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR) on Wednesday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Tuesday. The high-level gathering seeks to broaden and strengthen the strategic partnership between the two nations, paving the way for new areas of collaboration.
The meeting comes amid speculation that Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong may visit India next month, according to media sources. India will be represented by key ministers, including External Affairs Minister S. Jaisha .....
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ISRO to Launch World's First SweepSAR Radar This Week
The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission, the most expensive Earth observation satellite to date, is set to unfold its 12-meter-wide radar antenna in space this week. This groundbreaking project carries a strong Ahmedabad connection—scientists from ISRO’s Space Applications Centre (SAC) designed and built the S-band radar on board. Paired with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory-developed L-band radar, NISAR becomes the first satellite in the world to feature SweepSAR technology, capable of detecting the tiniest changes on Earth, fro .....
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India-US Bond Beyond Trade, Govt Tells Tharoor Panel
In New Delhi on Monday, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, who chairs the Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs, revealed that Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri had reiterated the strategic significance of India’s relationship with the United States. He noted that the bond between New Delhi and Washington goes far beyond trade, encompassing various sectors where cooperation remains active and meaningful.
Tharoor’s statement came after a three-hour committee meeting involving 22 members who engaged extensively with both the Foreign and C .....
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Dr. Bharat Barai Gets First Dr. Sampat Shivangi Legacy Award
At the 43rd Annual Convention of the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) in Cincinnati, Indian American physician and community leader Dr. Bharat Barai was honored with the inaugural Dr. Sampat Shivangi Legacy Award. The recognition, presented by U.S. Congressman Jonathan Jackson of Illinois, celebrated Dr. Barai’s leadership, public service, and long association with the late Dr. Shivangi.
The award also served as a tribute to Dr. Shivangi — a renowned physician, philanthropist, and prominent advocate for U.S.-India r .....
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Modi Urges Early Peace in Call With Ukraine's Zelenskyy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a phone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, reaffirming India’s consistent position that it will make “every possible contribution” toward the early and peaceful resolution of the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The exchange came ahead of a scheduled summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin aimed at addressing the war. Posting about the discussion on X, PM Modi said he was “glad to speak” with President Zelenskyy, .....
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FTAs May Unlock $875B Trade Opportunity for India: BCG
India’s proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union could open the door to a massive $875 billion market while aligning tariff structures with ASEAN nations, according to Boston Consulting Group (BCG) India head Rahul Jain. This follows last month’s landmark FTA with the United Kingdom, which is expected to increase annual bilateral trade by $34 billion and offer tariff-free access to 99% of Indian exports.
Jain noted that the global trade landscape is being reshaped by shifting geopolitical dynamics and rising economic natio .....
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US seeks Ukraine war end on current lines: VP Vance
India’s proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union could open the door to a massive $875 billion market while aligning tariff structures with ASEAN nations, according to Boston Consulting Group (BCG) India head Rahul Jain. This follows last month’s landmark FTA with the United Kingdom, which is expected to increase annual bilateral trade by $34 billion and offer tariff-free access to 99% of Indian exports.
Jain noted that the global trade landscape is being reshaped by shifting geopolitical dynamics and rising economic natio .....
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PM Modi Counters US Remarks, Showcases India’s Economic Rise
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has responded to US President Donald Trump’s recent remark calling India a “dead economy,” firmly stating that India is the fastest-growing major economy in the world. Speaking at the International Institute of Information Technology Auditorium in Bengaluru after inaugurating the Metro Phase-3 project, Modi credited this growth to a strategy of “reform, perform, and transform,” backed by integrity and dedication.
Highlighting India’s economic ascent, Modi noted that in the past 11 years the country has advanced f .....
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