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India’s diplomatic ties with the United States have been significantly shaped by the evolving political landscape under former President Donald Trump. According to a US academic, India has paid a steep price due to Trump's pursuit of a Nobel Peace Prize, which may have undermined its broader geopolitical interests.The scholar argues that Trump’s overtures to India during his tenure were often overshadowed by his personal ambitions rather than strategic concerns. As a result, India found itself balancing its long-standing relationships

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India in the coming weeks, with expectations that the trip will significantly bolster bilateral relations across various sectors, including trade, defence, and energy. The visit, anticipated to be a key moment in Russia-India relations, will occur amid shifting geopolitical dynamics, particularly following the global attention on the ongoing war in Ukraine and its implications for international alliances.

The timing of the visit is

The Indian real estate market is under increasing pressure, with housing sales plummeting by 20% in major metropolitan areas. Data from ANAROCK reveals that only 96,285 homes were sold in Q2 2025, a sharp decline from 120,335 sales recorded in the same period the previous year. The downturn highlights a growing sense of buyer hesitancy, fuelled by external factors like tariffs imposed by the Trump administration, which have

India’s efforts to strengthen ties with the United States are facing significant hurdles due to key staffing gaps within President Donald Trump’s administration. Diplomatic engagement between the two countries has been hindered as vital foreign policy roles in Washington remain vacant, impacting India’s ability to effectively navigate the US political landscape.

Over the past few months, Indian officials have expressed concerns regarding the lack of permanent appointments in crucial

Cybersecurity firm Vectra AI has expanded its global operations by opening a new office in Bangalore, a strategic move to reinforce its presence in the Asian market. The company, which focuses on AI-powered threat detection, aims to meet the growing demand for advanced cybersecurity solutions across the region.

The new office will serve as a hub for both engineering and sales operations, marking a significant step in Vectra’s growth

The Indian government has launched a substantial ₹1 lakh crore initiative aimed at advancing research and development in DeepTech sectors, which include artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and clean energy. The move seeks to position India at the forefront of technological innovation while addressing pressing global challenges, such as climate change and health issues, through groundbreaking advancements.

The scheme, which is the largest of its kind in the country, provides financial

Despite mounting international tensions and growing calls for sanctions, India has confirmed its commitment to continuing oil purchases from Russia. The decision, which has drawn both support and criticism, comes in the face of strong opposition from Western powers, particularly the United States.

India's robust relationship with Russia, especially in energy sectors, remains central to its strategy to ensure energy security amid global market volatility. While the United States

The UAE India Business Council has reaffirmed its collaboration with Expand North Star, marking a significant milestone in fostering cross-border innovation and entrepreneurship. This renewed partnership, now in its second consecutive year, highlights the UAE's ongoing commitment to positioning itself as a global leader in the startup ecosystem.

Expand North Star, the world’s largest event dedicated to startups and investors, serves as a critical platform for innovation, providing

The Securities and Exchange Board of India has escalated its investigation into the trading activities of Jane Street, a global proprietary trading firm, as part of a broader probe into alleged market manipulation. The regulatory body has now requested trading data from several Indian stock exchanges, further deepening its scrutiny of the firm’s involvement in the country’s financial markets.

SEBI's action stems from claims that Jane Street engaged

Foreign institutional investor activity has slowed, but India’s equity market is gaining a new level of sophistication thanks to the rapid emergence of long‑short strategies among domestic analysts. With regulatory approval of the Specialised Investment Fund route and increasing recognition of sell‑side research, analysts in India are setting new standards, outperforming peers in major global markets.

At the centre of this shift are flagship long‑short funds, enabled by

VinFast Auto India has entered into agreements with 13 dealership groups to open 32 showrooms across 27 cities, aiming to scale up to 35 outlets by the end of 2025. This expansion aligns with the pre-booking launch of its electric SUVs, the VF 6 and VF 7, beginning on 15 July, signalling a strategic push into India’s burgeoning EV market.

Building a strong retail presence, VinFast has engaged partners such as Pasco

The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi has teamed up with TeamLease EdTech to introduce a 24‑week online executive programme in artificial intelligence for healthcare professionals. With live weekend sessions, hands‑on projects and mentorship from leading faculty, the course is scheduled to begin on 1 November 2025, and admissions are open until 31 July 2025.

The programme aims to equip clinicians, engineers, data scientists and med‑tech entrepreneurs with a robust understanding of

Elon Musk’s satellite‑internet venture has obtained its space regulator’s final approval to launch commercial services, removing the only remaining legal obstacle after securing a telecom licence last month. This paves the way for Starlink to become the third satellite broadband operator in India, alongside Eutelsat‑OneWeb and Reliance Jio‑SES.

The Department of Telecommunications issued Starlink the Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite permit in early June, marking a pivotal

Over ninety per cent of employees in India use generative artificial intelligence tools at work, with 92 per cent logging daily use, according to a recent report by the Boston Consulting Group. This figure places India well above the global average of about 72 per cent.

The BCG study, based on a survey of 10,600 workers across 11 countries, highlights India’s prominence in integrating generative AI. Alongside this, some 17 per cent of workers report

A sharply rising trend in India’s share markets is encountering resistance from multiple fronts, prompting increasing scrutiny over its sustainability. Benchmark indices have enjoyed roughly a 14 per cent rally over the past six months, invigorating initial public offerings and share sales. Yet, foreign investors have been net sellers to the tune of US$10 billion this year, triggering alarm among market watchers.

The spike in corporate fundraising—from HDB Financial

Air India and IndiGo have recommenced services to the UAE after a suspension triggered by airspace closures amid the Israel–Iran conflict. Airlines halted operations on Monday following triggered restrictions from missile strikes on the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. With Gulf skies now reopening, the carriers have initiated phased resumption of flights, prioritising passenger safety and adjusted routing measures.

Reinstatement efforts began on Tuesday, with most Air

A team from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation will conduct a comprehensive annual audit of Air India from 24 to 26 June, intensifying focus on the carrier’s operations and compliance following the June 12 crash of Flight AI171 in Ahmedabad, which claimed nearly 280 lives. Though scheduled independently of the crash, the audit arrives as inspectors scrutinise the airline’s operational documents, cabin safety protocols, and historical

A British Royal Navy F‑35B Lightning II remains immobilised at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport after declaring an emergency on 14 June. The pilot reported low fuel amid rough sea conditions over the Arabian Sea before the jet, deployed from HMS Prince of Wales during the Indo‑Pacific Operation Highmast, touched down at 21:28 IST. The Indian Air Force’s Integrated Air Command and Control System coordinated the diversion alongside civilian air traffic control, declaring a full-scale

DGCA has directed Air India to strip three senior officials of all responsibilities in crew scheduling and rostering, citing repeated and serious violations of licensing, rest periods, and flight‑duty time norms, according to its order dated 20 June. The order targets a divisional vice‑president and two crew‑scheduling managers, requiring disciplinary proceedings and immediate reassignment to non‑operational roles until reforms are enacted.

Air India must report the outcomes of disciplinary measures

Tata Consultancy Services confirmed its systems and user infrastructure remain uncompromised following the cyberattack that struck the retailer Marks & Spencer. At its annual shareholder meeting on 19 June, independent director Keki Mistry emphasised, “As no TCS systems or users were compromised, none of our other customers are impacted,” noting the ongoing M&S investigation does not extend to TCS systems.

M&S, which disclosed the cyber incident in April,

Asian Cricket Council officials are accelerating preparations to shift the 2025 Asia Cup to the United Arab Emirates, prompted by escalating diplomatic tensions and logistical barriers between India and Pakistan. Originally awarded to India, the tournament, scheduled for September, will adopt a neutral venue in a bid to preserve participation from all eight qualifying teams. Sources within ACC and Pakistan Cricket Board suggest that holding the

Malé’s foreign exchange reserves have surged by more than $400 million, marking a notable strengthening of the nation’s external liquidity following a currency swap arrangement with the Reserve Bank of India. The Maldives Monetary Authority drew down the entire $400 million facility in October 2024, with the impact reflecting sharply in the country’s gross reserves, which rose to approximately $856 million by April 2025 from a low of $371 million earlier

An early-model BOAC Comet jet disintegrated in mid‑air after encountering severe turbulence shortly after departure from Dum Dum Airport near Calcutta on 2 May 1953. All 43 passengers and crew perished as the aircraft burst apart at approximately 7,500 ft and plummeted into a paddy field about 25 miles north‑west of the city.

The de Havilland DH.106 Comet 1, operated by British Overseas Airways Corporation, had originated from Singapore and was en route

Air India has partnered with blockchain-based loyalty specialist Loyyal to allow Maharaja Club members to earn points on everyday purchases across key brands in the United States and the United Kingdom. The collaboration enables members to accrue Maharaja Points on shopping at major retailers such as Walmart, Victoria’s Secret, New Balance, GAP, Victorinox and Alamo – marking a significant expansion of the airline’s loyalty programme.

Members now earn up

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