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ISRO Partners With SpaceX for Satellite Launch

SpaceX, the aerospace company led by Elon Musk, has become the first major collaborator with India’s space agency, ISRO, through a multi-million-dollar deal. SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket will launch India’s most advanced communications satellite, GSAT-N2, next week. This collaboration marks the beginning of several commercial engagements between ISRO and SpaceX. While some view the two as competitors in low-cost satellite launches, SpaceX’s leadership in the global commercial space market remains unchallenged. GSAT-N2, also known ..... Read More

14 nations eye India’s generic pharmacy model.

Inspired by India’s strides in making affordable medicines available to the public, 14 countries from the Global South, including Afghanistan under Taliban rule, are exploring the adoption of India’s Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) model, according to reliable sources. Eleven countries, including Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Mozambique, Ghana, Suriname, Nicaragua, and the Solomon Islands, have acknowledged Indian drug standards, while Burkina Faso, Fiji Islands, and Saint Kitts and Nevis are actively negotiating ..... Read More

India leads digital revolution with fintech driving payments: RBI.

India is at the forefront of the global digital revolution, as financial technology propels the rapid expansion of digital payments, according to Michael Debabrata Patra, Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). He highlighted that the digital economy already constitutes 10% of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and is projected to reach 20% by 2026, based on decade-long growth trends. Patra attributed this progress to India’s robust digital public infrastructure, flourishing IT industry, and youthful population, which boasts ..... Read More

Kohli in Hindi, Jaiswal in Punjabi captivate Aussie readers

As cricket fans focus on the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, Virat Kohli stands as the embodiment of India’s resilience and legacy. Featured prominently on the front page of The Daily Telegraph’s summer cricket guide, Kohli is hailed as a pivotal figure in India’s journey Down Under, with the Hindi headline “Yugon ki Ladai” (Fight for the Ages) celebrating his iconic career. This series could mark one of Kohli’s last in Australia, a stage where he has previously delivered historic performances. Meanwhile, the back page of the guid ..... Read More

Prime Video Unveils The Rana Daggubati Show Premiering November 23

Prime Video is set to launch its first-ever Telugu talk show, The Rana Daggubati Show, premiering exclusively on November 23. Hosted and created by Rana Daggubati, the unscripted eight-episode series promises unfiltered conversations and entertaining activities with a star-studded lineup, including Dulquer Salmaan, Naga Chaitanya, S.S. Rajamouli, and more. Breaking away from conventional talk show formats, Rana dives deep into the lives of his guests, revealing personal stories and candid moments. The show offers fans a unique backstage pass to ..... Read More

Indian Americans Among Fortune’s 100 Most Powerful in Business

Several Indian-origin business leaders feature prominently on Fortune’s inaugural “100 Most Powerful People in Business” list, which recognises individuals shaping industries with their influence, innovation, and leadership. Among them are Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft; Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet (Google); Shantanu Narayen, CEO of Adobe; Neal Mohan, CEO of YouTube; and Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries. Satya Nadella has revolutionised Microsoft by steering it through two major transformations—from PCs to the cloud, and now t ..... Read More

Yogesh Joshi joins UCF to strengthen India-U.S. ties

The University of Central Florida’s India Center celebrated a key moment with the appointment of Dr. Yogesh Joshi as its first Indian Community Endowed Chair and Director during a special Investiture Ceremony. Founded in 2012, the India Center was envisioned to become the premier institution for the study of contemporary India’s influence on global affairs. It offers a range of educational programs, research, and outreach initiatives to the Indian community across Florida and beyond. The Center is part of UCF’s College of Sciences and the ..... Read More

What would Trump pay Musk, Ramaswamy to lead DOGE?

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have been appointed to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a new initiative under President-elect Donald Trump’s “Save America” campaign. The department’s goal is to streamline government functions by cutting unnecessary regulations, reducing wasteful spending, and reorganizing federal agencies. Responding to criticism from US Senator Elizabeth Warren, who mocked the two-person team as “inefficient,” Musk highlighted the contrary, stating, “Unlike you, neither of us ar ..... Read More

PM Modi Honors Birsa Munda on Birth Anniversary

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Jamui, Bihar, to commemorate ‘Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas’ and honor the 150th birth anniversary of tribal leader Bhagwan Birsa Munda. Dressed in a white kurta, churidar, and an olive-green ethnic jacket, PM Modi received a warm welcome accompanied by a traditional dance performance. During the event, he paid floral tributes to Birsa Munda’s statue and joined performers in a celebratory dance, even playing a traditional drum. As a gesture of appreciation, the Prime Minister was present ..... Read More

US State Dept: India remains key to Indo-Pacific, global stability

India remains a crucial ally for the United States in promoting Indo-Pacific and global regional stability, according to the US State Department. Under outgoing President Joe Biden’s administration, ties between the two nations have significantly deepened, particularly in trade and security. During a press briefing, Vedant Patel, US State Department Deputy Spokesperson, emphasized the importance of this partnership. He noted that President Biden and outgoing Secretary of State Antony Blinken view India as an essential partner. Over the ..... Read More

India to Lead Global Hydrogen Energy Revolution

India is positioning itself as a leader in global hydrogen energy production and exports, according to Hardeep Singh Puri, Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas. Speaking at the 6th South Asian Geoscience Conference, Puri outlined key initiatives such as hydrogen blending in natural gas pipelines, localizing electrolyzer technologies, and promoting bio-based pathways for green hydrogen production. These efforts aim to make India the hub of green hydrogen, hailed as the fuel of the future. The nation’s energy demand is surging, with ..... Read More

India’s Workforce to Add 33.89 Million Jobs

3d renderer illustration. White people with magnifying glass and Search job Text. Isolated White background A recent study by ServiceNow reveals that India’s workforce is expected to expand significantly, growing from 423.73 million in 2023 to 457.62 million by 2028. This increase represents an addition of 33.89 million jobs within five years. The report underscores a sharp rise in the demand for skilled professionals, especially in the retail industry, offering opportunities for expertise in Software Application Development and Data E ..... Read More

US lawmakers celebrate Indian Americans at Capitol Hill Diwali event

At the US Capitol, over two dozen lawmakers and prominent Indian Americans gathered to celebrate Diwali, marking the first major post-election event in Congress. The “Diwali at Capitol Hill” celebration, hosted on November 12, was organized by BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in collaboration with Indian American organizations including the Sikhs for America, Hindu American Foundation, Art of Living, and the Jain Association of North America. President-elect Donald Trump, who was recently elected, is preparing to assume office. Duri ..... Read More

Dominica to Honor PM Modi with Highest Award

The Commonwealth of Dominica will award its highest distinction, the Dominica Award of Honour, to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recognizing his substantial contributions to the nation during the COVID-19 pandemic and his efforts to strengthen the India-Dominica partnership. Sylvanie Burton, the President of the Commonwealth of Dominica, will present the award at the upcoming India-CARICOM Summit, which is set to take place in Georgetown, Guyana from November 19 to 21, 2024. In February 2021, India donated 70,000 doses of the AstraZeneca COVI ..... Read More

Trump selects Matt Gaetz as AG, Tulsi Gabbard as DNI

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Florida Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz as his Attorney General, bypassing more traditional candidates for the role of the nation’s top prosecutor. Gaetz, a strong ally of Trump, is set to focus on ending “weaponized government,” reinforcing border security, dismantling criminal networks, and restoring public trust in the Justice Department, according to Trump’s statement. In another high-profile pick, Trump has selected former Democratic Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard as his Director of Nationa ..... Read More

Is Trudeau easing India stance or Trump’s influence?

Canada appears to be revising its approach toward India following Donald Trump’s U.S. election win on November 5, 2024. This diplomatic shift signals a potentially new chapter in Canada-India relations, influenced by the White House power shift. Previously, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government was vocal in its support of Khalistani separatists operating within Canada, ignoring India’s calls to curb these groups’ activities, which openly challenged India’s sovereignty. With Trump poised to return to the Oval Office, Canada’s st ..... Read More

Clinton ally Yunus faces a dilemma congratulating Trump

The recent victory of Republican candidate Donald Trump in the U.S. presidential election has left several global leaders unsettled, including Bangladesh’s unelected leader, Mohammed Yunus. Originally backed by populist groups and the military, Yunus was installed in August, replacing Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Many South Asian observers suggest that the United States discreetly endorsed this change, as evidenced by the Biden administration’s favorable interactions with Yunus—a notable shift from the relatively strained relations between Ban ..... Read More

KPMG: India to witness one of largest 21st-century infrastructure programs

India is on track to launch one of the largest infrastructure initiatives among major economies in the 21st century, with a key focus on creating fiscal sources of capital, as outlined in a KPMG report. According to the ‘KPMG 2024 Infrastructure and Transport CEO Outlook,’ a survey of 120 global sector leaders reveals that CEOs in the infrastructure and transportation industry are optimistic about business growth in the next three years, including increased earnings and workforce expansion. However, the report highlights that 57% of ..... Read More

EAM Jaishankar: Our approach focuses on long-term partnerships, not transactions

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar elaborated on India’s global strategy, emphasizing that it is not merely transactional but focused on fostering long-term partnerships. Speaking at the India-Russia Business Forum, he outlined ten key areas to further strengthen the India-Russia relationship. Jaishankar noted that the Forum came just three months after the Annual Summit between President Putin and Prime Minister Modi in Moscow, which, along with the BRICS summit in Kazan, provided the strategic direction for this gathering. He emphasized ..... Read More

India’s Passenger Aircraft Fleet Set to Surge in Next 20 Years

India’s passenger aircraft fleet is projected to expand from 720 planes at the end of 2023 to more than 3,800 by 2043, according to the 2024 Cirium Fleet Forecast. This increase will boost the country’s share of the Asia-Pacific passenger fleet from 8% to 18% by 2043. The forecast highlights India’s growing importance in global commercial aviation, with the nation being considered separately from the broader Asia-Pacific region for the first time. In 2023, Indian airlines led the world in aircraft orders, ranking second globally after the Unite ..... Read More

PM Modi Warns Against Divisive Forces, Celebrates Swaminarayan Mandir’s Legacy

On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned against attempts to divide society along caste, religion, and linguistic lines, attributing these efforts to individuals seeking personal gain. Speaking via video conference at the 200th-anniversary celebrations of the Shree Swaminarayan Mandir in Vadtal, Gujarat, PM Modi emphasized the importance of societal unity in the face of such divisive forces. He highlighted that there is a deliberate effort to divide society along lines of caste, religion, language, and other differences, emphasizing th ..... Read More

Kiran Rao’s ‘Laapataa Ladies’ Renamed to ‘Lost Ladies’ for International Release

Kiran Rao’s film, Laapataa Ladies, has been renamed Lost Ladies as it prepares to make its mark on the international film circuit. Initially selected as India’s official entry for the Oscars 2025, the film unveiled its new name and poster on Instagram this Tuesday to mark the beginning of its Academy Awards campaign. The fresh poster showcases the film’s vibrant, quirky essence, highlighting the central characters of Phool and Jaya, offering a preview of their lively journey. The poster’s tagline reads, “Sometimes you have to lose your way to f ..... Read More

Juie Shah of DDB Chicago Joins Forbes Communications Council

Juie Shah, Senior Vice President and Group Strategy Director at DDB Chicago, has been invited to join the Forbes Communications Council, an exclusive, invitation-only community for top communications, marketing, and public relations professionals. Originally from Mumbai, India, Juie’s diverse upbringing fueled her curiosity about human behavior, which led her to pursue a career in consumer insight and strategy after moving to the U.S. for graduate studies. Over the past seven years at DDB, Juie has worked on key accounts in insurance, telecom, ..... Read More

Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy lead ‘DOGE’ to improve efficiency.

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, alongside entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, to lead a new initiative focused on enhancing government efficiency, titled the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Trump announced this decision on Tuesday, emphasizing the mission to reduce bureaucracy, cut excess regulations, and streamline federal agencies. Trump noted that DOGE would partner with the White House and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to implement entrepreneurial strategies for structural refo ..... Read More

Congressman Mike Waltz as National Security Advisor Boosts India-US Relations

President-elect Donald Trump’s selection of Congressman Mike Waltz as his National Security Advisor is likely to be positive for the India-US relationship, according to Indian-American Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna. Waltz, a Republican, and Khanna, a Democrat, co-chair the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans, which is the largest country-specific caucus in the House. Khanna expressed confidence in Waltz’s role, sharing that they have collaborated on multiple initiatives aimed at strengthening ties with India. Waltz will ..... Read More