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Apple Inc. is set to shift the assembly of all iPhones destined for the US market to India by the end of 2026, marking a significant departure from its longstanding reliance on Chinese manufacturing. This strategic move aims to mitigate risks associated with escalating tariffs and geopolitical tensions between Washington and Beijing.

The United States, accounting for 28% of Apple's global iPhone shipments in 2024, remains the company's largest

Global markets have been jolted by the ongoing trade dispute between the United States and China, with far-reaching consequences on global economies. Amid this financial instability, India stands out as one of the countries managing the storm with resilience, both politically and economically. While several nations have seen their stock markets fluctuate and their economies face setbacks, India’s performance remains relatively stable, prompting analysts to look closer at its success in navigating these turbulent waters.The trade war, which has seen

A militant assault in the Baisaran meadow near Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, resulted in the deaths of 28 tourists and injuries to over 20 others on Tuesday afternoon, marking the deadliest civilian attack in the region since 2019.

The attack occurred around 2:50 PM when four to six assailants, dressed in military-style uniforms, emerged from the surrounding deodar forests and opened fire on tourists enjoying the popular meadow, often

UBS Group AG is finalising a strategic partnership with Mumbai-based 360 One WAM Ltd., aiming to secure a 26% stake in the wealth management firm. This move is designed to enhance UBS's presence in India's expanding wealth management sector, particularly targeting high-net-worth individuals beyond its traditional ultra-high-net-worth clientele.

The Indian wealth management industry, valued at approximately $429 billion in 2023, is projected to grow at a compound annual rate

Kompact AI, a collaboration between IIT Madras and Bengaluru-based startup Ziroh Labs, has claimed a significant breakthrough in artificial intelligence by enabling large language models to operate efficiently on central processing units rather than the traditionally used graphics processing units . The initiative, branded as Kai VM, reportedly achieved an inference speed of 43 tokens per second on an Intel Xeon Silver 4510 CPU with 24 cores and 46GB RAM. This development has been touted as a potential game-changer for

India is intensifying efforts to onboard 300 million new users to its Unified Payments Interface platform, aiming to solidify its position as a global leader in digital payments. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance UPI's domestic penetration and promote its adoption internationally.

The National Payments Corporation of India , which oversees UPI, has outlined plans to expand the platform's reach to 20 countries by

JSW Neo Energy has successfully completed the acquisition of a 4.7 GW renewable energy platform from O2 Power, marking a significant leap in its energy portfolio. This acquisition brings the total capacity of JSW Neo Energy to 12.2 GW, positioning it closer to its ambitious target of reaching 20 GW by 2030. The deal is part of the company’s strategic push to solidify its presence in India’s rapidly

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence, marked a significant moment at the Bombay Stock Exchange by ringing the opening bell during his official visit to India. This event underscores the deepening economic ties between the United Arab Emirates and India, highlighting the robust relationship fostered through years of collaboration.

The Crown Prince's visit follows



Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the New Pamban Bridge on April 6, 2025, in Tamil Nadu's Ramanathapuram district. This 2.07-kilometre-long bridge, constructed at a cost of ₹550 crore, connects Rameswaram Island to the mainland, significantly improving regional connectivity.

The New Pamban Bridge is India's first vertical lift sea bridge, featuring a 72.5-metre-long central span that can be raised to allow ships to pass through. This mechanism enables the

Private equity investments in India's real estate sector have experienced a downturn, with total inflows decreasing by 16% to USD 3.67 billion in the fiscal year ending March 2024, down from USD 4.36 billion the previous year. This decline is primarily attributed to reduced interest from foreign investors, influenced by global economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions.

The office segment, traditionally a significant recipient of PE funding, witnessed a substantial reduction in investments. In the

Indian metal companies are significantly expanding their operations, driven by robust domestic demand, even as they navigate complex global trade dynamics. Industry leaders such as Vedanta and JSW Steel are at the forefront of this growth, unveiling ambitious plans to scale up production capacities across various segments.

Vedanta, a prominent conglomerate, has announced a $20 billion expansion strategy encompassing sectors like zinc, aluminium, copper, iron, steel, oil, gas, and

India's Supreme Court has raised concerns over a directive from the Delhi High Court that ordered the removal of a Wikipedia page detailing the defamation lawsuit filed by news agency Asian News International against the Wikimedia Foundation. The apex court questioned the necessity of such an order, emphasizing the importance of judicial tolerance towards public commentary on legal proceedings.

The dispute originated when ANI initiated legal action against



The escalating trade conflict between the United States and China has introduced significant shifts in global trade dynamics, presenting both opportunities and challenges for Indian exporters. The U.S. administration's imposition of substantial tariffs on Chinese imports has prompted China to retaliate with its own set of tariffs, affecting a broad spectrum of goods. This tit-for-tat exchange has disrupted established supply chains, leading American importers to seek alternative sources



India is intensifying biosecurity measures across poultry farms and wildlife sanctuaries in response to the expanding reach of the H5N1 avian influenza virus, which has now affected domestic poultry, wild birds, and several mammalian species, including big cats and domestic cats.

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying has issued directives to all states to bolster surveillance and implement stringent biosecurity protocols. This action follows reports of the

The United States has imposed a 26% tariff on Indian imports, intensifying trade tensions between the two nations. This measure, announced by President Donald Trump on April 2, 2025, is part of a broader strategy targeting countries with which the U.S. has significant trade deficits. The baseline 10% tariff will take effect on April 5, with the additional 16% following on April 9.

President Trump has consistently criticized

Foxconn, Apple's primary manufacturing partner, plans to produce 25 to 30 million iPhones in India this year, more than doubling its output from the previous year. This move underscores Apple's strategy to strengthen its manufacturing footprint in India and diversify its supply chain amid global uncertainties.

The Taiwanese contract manufacturer has been conducting trial runs at its facility in Bengaluru, Karnataka, aiming to meet Apple's stringent quality standards and

India is significantly enhancing the operational capabilities of its special forces by integrating advanced technologies such as nano drones, loitering munitions, and sophisticated communication systems. This strategic initiative aims to bolster covert operations and counter-terrorism efforts, enabling deep penetration into hostile territories with heightened efficiency and precision.

The Indian Army's Para , the Navy's Marine Commandos , and the Air Force's Garud Commando Force are at the forefront of

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India LLP has entered into a strategic alliance with Zoho, a global technology company, aiming to accelerate digital transformation for mid-market and enterprise firms across the country. This partnership seeks to address challenges posed by legacy systems and complex digital adoption processes that often impede innovation and growth.

By integrating Deloitte India's extensive industry expertise with Zoho's suite of over 55 interconnected cloud-based applications, the

A significant technical glitch disrupted the Unified Payments Interface across India on March 26, leaving millions unable to complete digital transactions. The outage, which began around 7:50 PM, affected major payment platforms including Google Pay, Paytm, and PhonePe. The National Payments Corporation of India acknowledged the issue and reported that services were restored by approximately 8:15 PM.Users across the country reported failed transactions and service unavailability during the downtime. According to Downdetector, a platform that monitors online service disruptions, complaints

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology is set to host the Nano Electronics Roadshow and Conference on Semiconductor Ecosystem in India on March 27, 2025, at the National Science Seminar Complex, Indian Institute of Science Bengaluru. This initiative aims to unite key stakeholders from government, industry, academia, strategic sectors, startups, and the venture capital ecosystem to foster innovation and collaboration within the semiconductor domain.

Organized by

Ola Electric Technologies Pvt Ltd has settled outstanding dues totaling ₹26.75 crore with its former vehicle registration service provider, Rosmerta Group, leading to the withdrawal of insolvency proceedings initiated against the company.

The resolution comes after Rosmerta Digital Services filed an insolvency petition on March 16 under Section 9 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, alleging payment defaults by Ola Electric Technologies. The petition sought to initiate a corporate insolvency resolution process

Tata Communications has unveiled Tata Communications Vayu, a next-generation cloud fabric designed to address the escalating challenges faced by enterprises in managing multi-cloud environments, rising costs, and the growing demands of artificial intelligence infrastructure. This integrated solution aims to simplify cloud operations, reduce expenses, and foster scalable innovation for businesses navigating the complexities of the digital era.

Vayu integrates Infrastructure as a Service , Platform as a Service

India is poised to ascend to the position of the world's third-largest economy by 2028, overtaking Germany, according to projections by global financial services firm Morgan Stanley. This anticipated growth underscores India's expanding influence in the global economic landscape.

Currently standing as the fifth-largest economy with a gross domestic product of $3.5 trillion in 2023, India is on track to reach $4.7 trillion by 2026, surpassing Japan to become the fourth-largest economy. By 2028,

A U.S. bankruptcy court has found Byju Raveendran, founder of Indian ed-tech giant Byju's, complicit in fraudulent financial activities, marking a significant escalation in the company's ongoing legal and financial challenges.

The court determined that Raveendran, along with his brother Riju Ravindran and entities associated with Byju's, orchestrated the unauthorized transfer of $533 million from Byju's Alpha, a U.S.-based subsidiary, to Camshaft Capital Management, a hedge fund with dubious

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