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US Sets New Trade Terms, Says Jaishankar Amid Tensions

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday highlighted how global dynamics have shifted, arguing that political considerations increasingly outweigh economic logic in today’s world. Speaking at IIM-Calcutta after receiving an Honorary Doctorate, he said the growing unpredictability in international affairs makes it essential for India to diversify its supply sources to secure national needs. Jaishankar noted that the United States, which once played a central stabilizing role in the global order, has changed its approach by dea ..... Read More

Apple Pushes Back Against India’s Mandatory App Rule

Apple is preparing to push back against a new directive issued by the Indian government that would require every iPhone sold in the country to come with a government-controlled security app already installed. Reuters first reported that India’s Department of Telecommunications has ordered all smartphone manufacturers to preload Sanchar Saathi, an app developed and operated by the government. The app is designed to help users block lost or stolen phones, identify fraudulent calls, and verify the status of second-hand devices. However, S ..... Read More

Elon Musk Reveals Partner Shivon Zilis’ Indian Heritage

Elon Musk has opened up about the personal history of his partner, Shivon Zilis, revealing that she has Indian roots. The Tesla and SpaceX chief spoke about her background during a conversation with Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath, where he mentioned that Zilis is “half Indian” and was adopted as an infant before being raised in Canada. This rare insight into Zilis’ early life highlighted a part of her identity that has not often been discussed publicly. Musk and Zilis are parents to four children—twins Strider and A ..... Read More

IMF’s Grading of India’s Data Draws Key Objections

The International Monetary Fund’s recent Article IV assessment praised India’s robust economic performance, noting that growth remains resilient despite global uncertainty and that macroeconomic policies and structural reforms have fortified the country’s economic outlook. Yet the assessment assigned a C grade to India’s national accounts statistics, even as the overall statistical system received a B grade across all data categories. The IMF’s concerns centre on methodological aspects of India’s statistical framework rather than the authentic ..... Read More

India’s New Doctrine Treats Terrorism as Act of War

A new analysis from the Begin–Sadat Centre for Strategic Studies highlights a major reorientation in India’s national security doctrine, arguing that the country has effectively begun treating large-scale terrorism as an act of war. According to the report, this shift has opened the door to deeper strategic coordination with Israel, particularly in areas related to deterrence, counterterrorism and advanced military technology. The study notes that India’s readiness to impose costs on terrorist networks and their state backers—without waiting f ..... Read More

IIT Bombay Finds How TB Bacteria Evade Antibiotics

A new study from IIT Bombay has uncovered how the bacteria responsible for tuberculosis survive antibiotic treatment by altering the composition and structure of their outer membrane. The findings shed light on one of the most persistent challenges in global public health: the ability of Mycobacterium tuberculosis to endure even the most effective drug regimens. Despite vaccination efforts and established treatment protocols, TB remains the world’s deadliest infectious disease. In 2024, an estimated 10.7 million people developed the illness an ..... Read More

Kohli, Gaikwad Tons Power India to 358/5 in Raipur

India produced a commanding batting display in Raipur as centuries from Virat Kohli and Ruturaj Gaikwad, along with an unbeaten 66 from skipper KL Rahul, powered the hosts to a formidable 358/5 in the second ODI against South Africa at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium. Gaikwad played with remarkable fluency against spin, converting a steady start into his maiden ODI hundred. After reaching a fifty off 52 balls, he accelerated sharply to bring up his century in 77 deliveries, ultimately scoring 105 from 83 balls. At the othe ..... Read More

Apple Appoints Veteran AI Leader Amar Subramanya

Apple has made a major addition to its senior leadership by appointing seasoned artificial intelligence expert Amar Subramanya as its new vice president of AI. The move reflects how determined the company is to expand its influence in the rapidly evolving AI ecosystem and deepen its investment in cutting-edge machine learning technologies. Subramanya, 46, is widely respected in the AI community for his deep technical expertise and years of experience leading large engineering teams. Originally from Bengaluru, he completed his undergraduate d ..... Read More

Kwatra Discusses Defense, Energy, Trade With US Senators

India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, recently hosted a high-level bipartisan delegation of US Senators in Washington, DC, marking another step forward in the growing strategic partnership between the two nations. The meeting took place at India House, where leaders exchanged views on strengthening cooperation in defense, energy, and trade — three pillars central to the evolving India–US relationship. The visiting group included Senators Lindsey Graham, Dan Sullivan, and Markwayne Mullin from the Repu ..... Read More

FDA Memo Sparks Debate Over Covid Vaccine Review

A senior vaccine official at the Food and Drug Administration has triggered a national debate after issuing an internal memo calling for a more rigorous approval process for Covid vaccine trials. The memo, written Friday by Dr. Vinay Prasad, claims that a recent internal review connected the deaths of ten children to the Covid vaccine. In the document, Prasad wrote that agency staff categorized the deaths as “likely, probable, or possible” vaccine-related. However, the memo did not include any supporting data, explanation of the methodology, ..... Read More

Modi Extends Support as Khaleda Zia Battles Illness

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to Bangladesh on Monday, December 1, 2025, expressing deep concern over the rapidly deteriorating health of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Khaleda Zia. Zia, who leads the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has been in a critical state for nearly a week at Dhaka’s Evercare Hospital. Modi assured that India is prepared to offer “all possible support” to assist in her recovery. Earlier the same day, Bangladesh received a five-member team of Chinese doctors who arrived in Dhaka to join the specialists ..... Read More

US Redefines Global Engagement as India Responds

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized that the United States has dramatically changed how it positions itself on the global stage, marking a major shift in Washington’s foreign policy playbook. Receiving an Honorary Doctorate from IIM-Calcutta on November 29, he noted that the US is now approaching countries individually rather than relying on the multilateral structures it once championed. This move, he said, represents “entirely new terms of engagement” that are prompting nations worldwide to reassess how the ..... Read More

Indian Envoy Advances Strategic Dialogue With US Senators

India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, held a series of high-level engagements in Washington aimed at expanding the India-US strategic relationship. In a notable outreach effort, Kwatra welcomed a bipartisan delegation of US Senators to India House, where discussions centered on strengthening cooperation in defense, energy, trade, and shared global priorities. The delegation included Republican Senators Lindsey Graham, Dan Sullivan, and Markwayne Mullin, along with Democratic Senators Peter Welch, Richard Blumenthal, an ..... Read More

Indo-German Climate Partnership Key After COP30 Outcomes

Germany’s Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann, has emphasized that cooperation between New Delhi and Berlin will play a decisive role in carrying forward the commitments and outcomes agreed at COP30. Speaking at the high-level “Climate Talks” session hosted by the German Embassy, Ackermann highlighted that the long-standing partnership between the two countries is now entering a phase of deeper implementation under the Green and Sustainable Development Partnership. Referencing the recent meeting between India’s Environment Minister Bhupen ..... Read More

UPI Growth Surges Amid Rising Daily Digital Transactions

India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) continued its robust upward trajectory in November, reaffirming its position as the backbone of the country’s digital payments ecosystem. The platform processed a remarkable 20.47 billion transactions throughout the month, demonstrating sustained public trust and expanding digital financial activity. Although November saw a minor 1% dip compared to October, analysts attribute this soft decline to an unusually high transaction spike during the festival season rather than a decrease in consumer engagement. ..... Read More

Kashi–Tamil Sangamam 4.0 Strengthens ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the fourth edition of the Kashi–Tamil Sangamam as a significant milestone in India’s cultural and civilizational journey. Addressing the event on December 2, he said the initiative has “deepened the spirit of Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat,” connecting the vibrant traditions of Tamil Nadu with the spiritual legacy of Kashi. This year’s edition of the Sangamam, which will continue until December 15, builds on an idea first introduced in 2022 — reviving historical bonds between the Tamil-speaking region and India ..... Read More

Putin’s India Visit Set To Boost Strategic Partnership

Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to India on December 4–5, marking his return to New Delhi after several years and signaling the revival of the long-standing tradition of annual high-level summits between the two countries. Russia’s First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov, who also co-chairs the India–Russia Inter-Governmental Commission, described the visit as a major step toward elevating the strategic partnership and advancing future-focused cooperation. Manturov noted that both nations have invested consi ..... Read More

Indian American Artists Selected for 2026 Lotus Fellows

Arts India US has announced the 2026 cohort of Lotus Fellows, a premier initiative supporting Indian American artists in classical performing arts across the United States. Designed as a year-long program, it provides mentorship, professional development workshops, and performance opportunities aimed at increasing the visibility and impact of Indian classical arts within the US cultural landscape. This year’s fellows were recognized for their exceptional creativity and commitment to connecting traditional art forms with contemporary au ..... Read More

India, Thailand Strengthen Strategic Partnership Ties

India’s External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, on Monday reaffirmed the nation’s strong and enduring ties with Thailand, describing the country as a “long-time friend” and a “very important” maritime neighbour. He emphasized that India’s Act East policy aligns closely with Thailand’s Look West policy, providing a framework for deepened bilateral engagement. Jaishankar made the remarks during a meeting with Thailand’s Foreign Minister, Sihasak Phuangketkeow, in New Delhi. He recalled Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Bangkok for the B ..... Read More

10-Year-Old Wins Two Prestigious All American Honors

Ten-year-old Joel Regis, a 5th grader at Tom Kitayama Elementary School, has achieved an extraordinary feat by earning two All American honors at the USATF National Junior Olympic Championships held in Savannah, Georgia. Representing Mission Valley Track and Field, Regis demonstrated remarkable skill and versatility at the national level. In the javelin competition, Regis threw an impressive 32.33 meters, securing fourth place and marking his best performance in three consecutive years of competing at Nationals. His consistency and dedicatio ..... Read More

India, US Seal Major Naval Support Agreements

India has formalized a significant set of defense agreements with the United States, valued at roughly $894 million, aimed at strengthening the long-term maintenance and operational support of the Indian Navy’s MH60R helicopter fleet. The Ministry of Defence announced the development on Friday, marking another step forward in the deepening military partnership between the two countries. The contracts cover a broad range of support services essential to ensuring the readiness and reliability of the multi-role MH60R helicopters, which pl ..... Read More

October Sees Strong Rise in Private Investments

Private equity and venture capital funding held steady through October 2025, posting a strong month despite slower deal activity. Total PE-VC investments climbed to about $5.3 million across 102 transactions, marking a 9% year-on-year increase even as the overall number of deals moderated. Pure investment inflows reached their highest level in more than a year at nearly $5 million, supported by revived interest in public-market opportunities and a renewed push toward early-stage investing. One of the most significant trends during the month ..... Read More

PM Modi: Radhakrishnan’s V-P rise reflects strong democracy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted how the ascent of C P Radhakrishnan—from a modest rural upbringing to becoming the Vice President of India—demonstrates the true spirit and strength of Indian democracy. He expressed confidence that Radhakrishnan’s experience, humility, and long-standing commitment to public service would help foster productive debates and constructive leadership in the Rajya Sabha. Elected in September as India’s 15th Vice President, Chandrapuram Ponnusami Radhakrishnan assumed the r ..... Read More

Siddharth Pandey Joins Penn State’s GEMS Board Leadership

The College of Earth and Mineral Sciences at The Pennsylvania State University has announced that Siddharth Pandey, a location intelligence manager at Deloitte, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Graduates of Earth and Mineral Sciences (GEMS). His selection adds new industry expertise to the alumni leadership body. The GEMS Board consists of 16 individuals, including 15 elected members and the immediate past president. Established in 1994, the board supports the GEMS Alumni Society by shaping its initiatives, strengthening a ..... Read More

India Negotiates 50 Global Trade Deals

India has embarked on an extensive global trade expansion initiative, engaging in discussions with nearly 50 countries and regional blocs to establish new trade agreements. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed the development during the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry’s 98th Annual General Meeting, highlighting the government’s efforts to broaden access to international markets and strengthen economic alliances. These negotiations span 14 different trade negotiation tracks and inclu ..... Read More