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Rupee Under Pressure as Central Bank Steps In

The rupee edged towards a sharp low as the central bank escalated its defence of the currency amid growing external headwinds. The domestic currency traded around 88.80 to the U. S. dollar, nearing its record low despite official efforts to stem the slide.

The Reserve Bank of India expanded its short-dollar forward positions by about US$6 billion in September, bringing the total to roughly US$59.4 billion, signalling increased dollar sales to defend

India and GSA Launch Chip Ecosystem Alliance

Bengaluru is set to become a linchpin in global chip manufacturing as the India Cellular and Electronics Association and the Global Semiconductor Alliance formally announced a strategic alliance aimed at deepening the country’s role in global semiconductor value chains. The agreement, unveiled at a joint press conference co-organised with the India Semiconductor Leadership Roundtable, marks a significant push to integrate local design, manufacturing and packaging capabilities

Open-Source Giant FFmpeg Awarded $100K Grant

The multimedia framework FFmpeg has been awarded a $100,000 grant by the FLOSS/fund initiative, marking a significant injection of resources into a project that underpins video and audio processing worldwide. The grant is part of the organisation’s second tranche for 2025, delivered by FLOSS/fund—a programme launched by the brokerage firm Zerodha to bolster Free and Open Source Software projects globally.

FFmpeg, which is instrumental in powering platforms from

ABB India widens production for energy-efficient drives

Engineering firm ABB India has announced a 25 per cent increase in the production capacity of variable speed drives at its Peenya facility in Bengaluru. The expansion involves a newly installed production line equipped with advanced automation and sensor-based monitoring, and is aimed at boosting local manufacturing, reducing lead times and supporting domestic industry sectors such as buildings, data centres, water, cement and metal processing.

The new manufacturing

Fractal Analytics Eyes ₹4,900 Crore IPO

A leading enterprise-artificial-intelligence firm, Fractal Analytics, is preparing to launch a public share sale of around ₹4,900 crore and is targeting a market valuation near US $3 billion. The move comes as the company positions itself at the forefront of the AI-analytics sector and seeks to capitalise on growing investor demand for technology listings. The proposed offering would comprise fresh shares worth about ₹1,280 crore and an

India Eyes Food-Supply Hub via Dubai Route

India is positioning itself as a global food supplier using Dubai as the logistical gateway, according to statements made by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu of Andhra Pradesh during his visit to the UAE. He declared that India’s strengths in agriculture, horticulture, aquaculture and logistics will enable the country to serve “the global community” through Dubai’s market access.

Naidu spoke of the UAE city’s strategic connectivity and global reach

WazirX Sets Stage for Full Trading Resumption

Mumbai-based crypto exchange WazirX has enabled both Indian-rupee and cryptocurrency deposits as it moves toward resuming full trading and withdrawal services, signalling a critical recovery phase after its high-profile $230-million hack. The platform will initiate trading on 24 October 2025, launching with zero trading fees across all pairs for at least 30 days, and is rolling out withdrawals gradually.

WazirX’s comeback is anchored on a restructuring plan approved

E-commerce Demand Broadens Beyond Festivals in India

India’s online retail sector is showing signs of stabilising momentum outside of its traditional festival peaks, as consumer habits increasingly shift toward year-round purchasing patterns. According to a report by consulting firm Redseer, while the September-October period continues to see elevated demand—driven principally by mobiles and electronics—overall online shopping volumes are less reliant on a single event window than in previous years.

The study noted that during the opening

Exports Expand Across 24 Countries While US Shipments Slide

Merchandise exports rose to USD 220.12 billion in the six-month period ending September, an uptick of 3.02 per cent compared with the equivalent span of the prior year, while imports climbed by 4.53 per cent to USD 375.11 billion, resulting in a trade deficit of USD 154.99 billion.

A key facet of this performance is that exports to 24 nations recorded growth, underscoring a push by Indian exporters

Google Bets $10 B on India’s Next-Gen AI & Data Hub

Alphabet’s Google will commit $10 billion to develop a 1-gigawatt data centre and artificial intelligence infrastructure in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, marking its largest investment in India to date, state officials have confirmed. A formal MoU is to be signed today to solidify the partnership.

The data centre campus across three sites — Tarluvada, Adavivaram and Rambilli — will form a hyperscale cluster integrated with AI computing capacity, robust fibre-optic

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Passing Away Of IPA Columnist Sushil Kutty Is A Big Loss To Independent Media

By K Raveendran[caption id="attachment_109100" align="alignleft" width="374"] Sushil Kutty[/caption]Sushil Kutty, who passed away on Sunday night, lived and wrote like a man apart — a loner in every sense, and yet deeply connected to the world through the force of his words. A regular columnist for the India Press Agency for the last ten years, Sushil was that rare journalist whose writing transcended political lines, winning admiration from across the ideological spectrum. He belonged to no camp, pledged loyalty to no

Google Expands AI Search Mode to 35 Languages Across 40 Countries

Google has broadened the accessibility of its AI-powered search feature, now available in 35 additional languages and 40 more countries. This global expansion brings cutting-edge search capabilities to millions more users, further solidifying the tech giant's position in the evolving digital landscape.

The search engine's AI mode, which has already been integrated into several regions, is designed to enhance user experience by delivering more nuanced,

Green Power Revives Kocha: Jharkhand’s Third Climate Smart Village Goes Live

Kocha village in the Khunti district of Jharkhand has been wired into a 40 kW solar micro-grid with IoT-enabled smart management, marking the third Climate Smart Village established under Schneider Electric India Foundation in partnership with PRADAN. The grid now supports irrigation pumps, agro-processing units, households, street lighting, a primary health centre and an e-vehicle.

The pilot builds on earlier deployments in the Gumla district’s Sehal and Chatti

Indian Citizen Allegedly Captured by Ukraine After Fighting for Russia

Ukraine’s 63rd Mechanised Brigade has released footage claiming that a 22-year-old Indian national, Majoti Sahil Mohamed Hussein from Morbi, Gujarat, surrendered to Ukrainian forces after fighting for Russia. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs stated it is investigating the matter, having not yet received formal confirmation from Ukrainian authorities.

In the video, Hussein says he travelled to Russia for university studies but was later convicted on drug charges and

Indians Hold Vast Majority of U.S. H-1B Visas

More than 70 percent of H-1B visa recipients are citizens of India, underscoring the country’s dominant role in the U. S. skilled-worker pipeline. According to U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services data, in fiscal year 2024, India accounted for 71 percent of approved H-1B petitions. China followed distantly with 11.7 percent.

The H-1B visa programme allows U. S. companies to employ foreign nationals in “specialty occupations,” typically requiring at

Goldman Sachs Offloads Further Stake in Eternal via Block Deal

Goldman Sachs Bank Europe Se-ODI has sold 8.1 crore shares in Eternal Limited, parent company of Zomato, in a block transaction worth about ₹266.1 crore, marking its fourth offloading in a month.

The shares were priced at ₹328.45 each, roughly 2 per cent below the stock’s prior closing. The buyer was BofA Securities Europe SA, which absorbed the entire block.

Earlier in October, Goldman Sachs sold 8.2 crore shares to

Cricket’s Diplomatic Lines Disappear in India-Pakistan Showdown

India defeated Pakistan in the Asia Cup final in Dubai, but it was the trophy presentation that has reverberated across cricketing circles. Indian players refused to accept the trophy or medals from Mohsin Naqvi, the head of the Pakistan Cricket Board and President of the Asian Cricket Council, turning what should have been a moment of celebration into a publicly charged standoff.

Tensions ripple beyond the pitch because of

Dubai enforces strict stadium rules ahead of India-Pakistan final

Dubai police have announced an extensive set of security measures and entry restrictions for spectators attending the Asia Cup 2025 final between India and Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Violations of the rules could trigger fines of up to Dh30,000 and imprisonment under federal law governing sports venues.

Every seat for Sunday’s showdown has been sold, with organisers confirming a full capacity of 28,000 spectators. With the

Dubai Regulator Freezes New Client Intake at HDFC DIFC Branch

The Dubai Financial Services Authority has issued a decision notice barring HDFC Bank’s Dubai International Financial Centre branch from onboarding or engaging new clients, citing deficiencies in its onboarding procedures and promotional practices.

Under the DFSA’s directive dated 25 September 2025, the branch is prohibited from soliciting or conducting any business with clients who had not already completed the onboarding process by that date. The restrictions span across

Nation Approves ₹2,277 Crore Boost for Science and Talent

The Union Cabinet has cleared a major scheme under the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research and the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research to infuse ₹2,277.397 crore into capacity building and human resource development in science and technology over the 2021–22 to 2025–26 span.

The “Capacity Building and Human Resource Development ” scheme will be implemented by CSIR and will extend support

India Pushes Back as U.S. Rolls Out $100,000 H-1B Application Fee

India has engaged with Washington over the U. S. decision to impose a one-time $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, warning that the move threatens the mobility of skilled professionals and could strain bilateral trade ties.

The External Affairs Ministry affirmed it would continue talks with relevant stakeholders in the United States, emphasising that talent exchange has underpinned innovation and growth in both economies. The government noted that the new rule

India’s Oil Exports Hit Highest Levels in Years

Exports of gasoline and diesel from India have climbed to multi-year highs in 2025, pushed by expanded refinery output, elevated ethanol blending, and weakening domestic demand during the monsoon season. Analysts expect gasoil shipments to reach 610,000–630,000 barrels per day, according to Wood Mackenzie, while Kpler forecasts hover nearer 560,000 bpd.

Heightened crude processing capacity has enabled major refiners such as Reliance Industries and Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd

Canada Tightens Screws: 80% of Indian Student Visas Refused

Ottawa has rejected about 80% of visa applications from Indian students this year, marking the highest refusal rate in over a decade, according to data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and other analyses. The drop in approvals reflects sweeping policy changes by Canadian authorities, including increased financial requirements and tighter scrutiny of student credentials.

IRCC numbers show that during January to April, only 43% of study permit

SAP’s Bold Push for Cloud, AI Poised to Reshape India’s Digital Future

SAP’s global chief executive Christian Klein announced a strategic expansion of cloud infrastructure in New Delhi today, unveiling the launch of SAP Software Cloud in India and urging that cloud computing and artificial intelligence must underpin India’s path towards self-reliance and a digitally fortified economy. He warned that India is on track to generate 10 zettabytes of data by 2025, and stressed that harnessing this data effectively will

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