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India Showcases First Secure Chip with Smart OS for Digital Identity Use

Government officials in New Delhi have unveiled a secure integrated circuit solution, fully developed within India, designed to underpin future digital identity systems including e-passports. All intellectual property is said to reside domestically, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s tech self-sufficiency drive.

The secure IC is embedded with a “smart OS”, enabling secure authentication, encryption, and identity verification. It is intended for deployment in identity credentials

Prosus Stakes Big Claim in Urban Company with 7.35% Holding

Prosus NV has raised its holding in Urban Company Ltd to 7.35 per cent, after acquiring roughly an additional 4 percentage points by investing about $139 million, ahead of the home services startup’s Initial Public Offering. This move positions Prosus as one of Urban Company’s largest shareholders and signals strong institutional faith in the firm’s prospects.

Urban Company’s IPO drew overwhelming demand — it was subscribed over 103 times

Modi Marks 75 with Service Drive and National Tributes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 75 today amid widespread greetings and the launch of a two-week “Sewa Pakhwada” campaign aimed at welfare and outreach efforts across India. State and central leaders as well as ordinary citizens extolled his leadership, while a slate of new programs for women, children and tribal communities were rolled out, especially from Dhar in Madhya Pradesh.

President Droupadi Murmu hailed Modi as “an exemplar of

Monsoon Deluge Claims Three Lives, Submerges Roads Across Himachal

Heavy downpours have unleashed destructive floods and landslides across Himachal Pradesh, killing three people when a house collapsed in the Nihri area of Mandi district and leaving widespread damage to infrastructure, property and transport.A massive landslide struck a house in Bragta village under Boe panchayat, Sundernagar subdivision, early morning when debris from an adjoining cliff gave way. Five family members were inside; two were rescued critically injured, while three were recovered dead. The Tehsildar confirmed the bodies were sent for

India-Nepal Border Partially Reopens as New Nepal Government Takes Office

The India-Nepal border has begun reopening across several crossings following days of closure caused by violent protests in Nepal. Checkpoints at Sonauli, Rupaidiha, Kheri, Siddharthnagar and Balrampur have resumed partial movement of goods, under enhanced security and supervision by the Nepal Army.

At Rupaidiha’s Integrated Check Post, over 20 tankers loaded with petroleum, diesel, cooking gas and medicines have entered Nepal, helping to curb shortages of essentials. Nearly 1,000

ReNew Energy Seeks $815 Million Refinancing Deal

ReNew Energy Global Plc is negotiating with several international banks to secure a loan of about $815 million aimed at refinancing its debt, according to sources familiar with the matter. The funds would help the renewable energy firm restructure existing liabilities and improve its financial flexibility.

The discussions involve major global lenders, though the identities of those banks have not been confirmed. The loan is expected to offer terms

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Infosys OKs Largest Ever Buyback at 19% Premium

Infosys Ltd cleared a share buyback plan worth ₹18,000 crore, its biggest to date, offering ₹1,800 per share under a tender‐route offer. The price represents a 19% premium over closing levels on the BSE and NSE.

The company intends to repurchase roughly 10 crore shares, amounting to about 2.41% of its equity. Approval came through a board resolution disclosed in regulatory filings.

Infosys’s share

Bybit Restores Full Trading Access in India Market

Bybit has restored full access to its mobile app for users in India, marking a pivotal stage in its compliance efforts and reaffirming its long-term presence in the market. Access to its website is being reinstated in phases and is expected to be fully live within the next three to four days. This marks a strategic relaunch of services including spot trading, derivatives, options and copy trading, supported

SriLankan halts Kathmandu flights as Nepal unrest escalates

SriLankan Airlines has suspended services to Kathmandu after authorities closed Tribhuvan International Airport amid nationwide unrest, forcing cancellations on the Colombo–Kathmandu route and disrupting onward travel plans.

Airport officials said flight operations at Kathmandu would remain shut until the evening as security forces moved to stabilise the capital, while armoured patrols and curfews kept streets largely empty following two days of violent demonstrations. Airline pauses Kathmandu services amid

Adani Enterprises Secures Ex Parte Injunction Against Journalists, Activists

A Delhi court barred several journalists and activists from publishing or circulating unverified, allegedly defamatory material about Adani Enterprises Ltd, also ordering the removal of existing posts within strict timeframes while safeguarding fair reporting—Adani Enterprises Secures Ex Parte Injunction Against Journalists, Activists.

A bench presided over by Senior Civil Judge Anuj Kumar Singh passed an ex parte interim order on Saturday, 6 September 2025, directing defendants—including Paranjoy Guha Thakurta,

Northern Ireland Gains from India Trade and Innovation Push

Northern Ireland stands to benefit significantly from growing economic and technological ties with India, as boosted trade, tariff relief, and joint research initiatives begin to materialise. A free-trade agreement between India and the United Kingdom promises a settlement that could deliver a multi-million-pound boost to Northern Ireland’s economy, particularly in advanced engineering, technology, and services. At the same time, enhanced academic and innovation partnerships are expanding the region’s

Dragon-Elephant Resolve Sparks Border Diplomacy

A succinct pledge to resolve their border differences and reinvigorate cooperation was exchanged between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a summit in Tianjin. The meeting, marking Modi’s first visit to China since the border clashes of 2020, signals a strategic effort to steady bilateral ties ahead of the meeting of regional leaders.

At the outset, Modi acknowledged that disengagement along the Line of Actual Control has created a

OpenAI eyes one-gigawatt AI hub in India

A colossal leap in infrastructure development is underway as OpenAI pursues the establishment of a data centre in India with a striking capacity of at least one gigawatt. The project, integral to its Stargate initiative, ushers in a new era of AI infrastructure expansion across Asia.

OpenAI is actively exploring partnerships with Indian firms to bring this gigawatt-scale facility to life, though the precise location and timeline remain unspecified.

India’s First Blackwell-Powered GPU Cloud Goes Live

Novacore Innovations, based in Mumbai, has launched India’s inaugural GPU cloud platform built around NVIDIA’s Blackwell‑based B200 servers. The platform, powered by a ₹44.6 crore line of credit led by Rashi Fincorp with backing from U. S. and Abu Dhabi investors, is being deployed in Hyderabad to serve startups, researchers and enterprises across India, the U. S. and the Middle East.

This GPU‑as‑a‑service offering centres on the NVIDIA B200, an

UAE-India Trade Gains Momentum Under CEPA Drive

Bilateral non-oil trade between the UAE and India surged past US $37.6 billion in the first half of 2025, marking a 33.9 per cent increase compared with the same period in the previous year. The UAE’s Foreign Trade Minister, Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, highlighted during his Mumbai visit the pivotal role of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement in propelling this growth. Discussions focused on expanding

Goyal Signals Gulf, EU Trade Deals Nearing Major Milestones

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said today that a free‑trade agreement with Oman will be finalised soon, while Qatar has expressed interest in negotiating a similar pact. Concurrently, he confirmed that negotiations with the European Union are gathering pace.

Speaking at a New Delhi event, Goyal assured exporters of government support to navigate global trade uncertainties—particularly those triggered by unilateral policies of other nations. He emphasised ongoing consultations with

UX4G Unites Design Across Government Platforms

Efforts to standardise digital experiences across government platforms are gaining traction through the UX4G initiative. Run by the National e‑Governance Division under the Ministry of Electronics & IT, UX4G provides a unified design framework, making websites and apps more consistent, accessible and intuitive for users across all states and central departments.

The initiative offers a comprehensive design system that includes ready‑to‑use Figma kits,

Infosys-Telstra JV Fuels Surge in AI-Cloud Expansion

Infosys will acquire a 75 percent stake in Versent Group, the cloud‑focused digital transformation specialist wholly owned by Telstra, for A$233.3 million, in a joint venture aimed at accelerating artificial intelligence‑enabled cloud and digital services across Australia. The deal, positioning Infosys as majority operator with Telstra retaining a 25 percent interest, is expected to complete in the second half of fiscal year 2026, contingent on approval from Australia’s Foreign Investment Review Board

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Snowflake expands operations with new Bengaluru office

Snowflake, the leading cloud data platform, has inaugurated a new office at The Square, Vittal Mallya Road in Bengaluru, further solidifying its presence in one of India’s largest technology hubs. The move follows the company's expansion into Mumbai earlier, reflecting its commitment to establishing a robust footprint in the country.

The new Bengaluru office aims to be a hub

Amazon Seeks Export-Only FDI Exemption

Amazon has approached the Commerce Ministry with a proposal to modify foreign direct investment rules by creating a carve-out for export transactions. The company is requesting permission to purchase goods directly from Indian sellers for overseas sales, a departure from the longstanding policy that restricts foreign e-commerce firms to pure marketplace operations.

The policy currently prohibits platforms like Amazon and Walmart-owned Flipkart from holding inventory or selling directly to

Kerala Cricket League 2025: Bigger, Better, and More Competitive

The Kerala Cricket League 2025 has opened with a level of excitement unmatched by its debut season. With a surge in investment, enhanced infrastructure, and an increased focus on talent development, the league aims to set new standards for cricketing events in the region. The second edition promises to build on the success of its inaugural year, attracting attention from players, fans, and sponsors alike.

Significant investments have

OpenAI to Open First Office in New Delhi

OpenAI has announced plans to establish its first office in New Delhi, marking a significant step in the company's expanding global footprint. The move underscores the growing importance of India to the AI research and development community. It follows a recent surge in OpenAI's user base in the country, where its language model, ChatGPT, has gained significant traction among businesses, developers, and students.

India's burgeoning

Kerala Aviation Summit Opens in Kochi with Focus on Growth

The Kerala Aviation Summit has commenced in Kochi, bringing together industry leaders, policy makers, and investors to discuss the future of the aviation sector in the region. The event, inaugurated by Kerala's Chief Minister, marks a significant step in the state's efforts to position itself as a key player in India's aviation industry.

Held at the state-of-the-art convention centre, the summit aims to attract both domestic and international investments

India Reduces Russian Oil Imports, Increases US Supply in 2023

India's oil import strategy showed a marked shift in July 2023, as figures indicated a significant dip in Russian oil imports, alongside a notable increase in purchases from the United States. According to the latest data, India's Russian crude oil imports fell by approximately 3.6% in the first seven months of the year, amounting to 1.73 million barrels per day, down from the previous

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