 "The U.S. encourages global allies, including India, to help resolve the escalating Ukraine conflict and support a just peace.")
The United States has expressed its openness to any nation that wants to assist in ending the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, according to National Security Council adviser John Kirby. His comments followed President Biden’s phone call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who recently visited both Ukraine and Moscow. Kirby emphasized that any effort to ...
 "India and the UK are on the brink of finalizing a crucial Free Trade Agreement, enhancing their strategic partnership for economic growth.")
The Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the UK is nearing completion, according to B.V.R. Subrahmanyam, CEO of NITI Aayog. Launched in January 2022, talks had stalled due to elections in both countries. The FTA aims to boost the current GBP 38.1 billion annual trade relationship. Recent agreements, like the UK-India Infrastructure Financing Bridge, ...
The National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) in Karnal has made a significant breakthrough in dairy farming by developing a gene-edited embryo using CRISPR technology. This innovation aims to enhance milk production’s resilience against climate change, ensuring steady supplies even in extreme weather. The next step involves implanting the edited embryo into a female buffalo for ...
 "Air India Unveils Bengaluru MRO Facility: 1,200 Jobs and Future Growth")
Air India is set to enhance India’s aviation landscape with a new Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Bengaluru. Announced by CEO Campbell Wilson, this project will create over 1,200 direct jobs for aviation engineers and significantly boost the local economy by generating seven times as many indirect jobs. The groundbreaking ceremony marked the ...
 "Hotel Investments Surge in India: A 3 Million Transformation Ahead!")
In the first half of 2024, hotel investments in India reached $93 million, showing strong interest from various investors. Listed companies led the transactions, accounting for 44 percent of the total. The JLL report predicts total investments for the year will hit $413 million, a 22 percent rise from 2023. The upscale hotel segment dominated ...
 "Minda Corporation Partners with Sanco to Revolutionize EV Solutions in India")
Minda Corporation Ltd has recently signed a technology licensing agreement with China’s Sanco Connecting Technology to boost its offerings in the rapidly growing electric vehicle Market. This partnership will enable them to develop various electric vehicle components, including electrical distribution systems, charging solutions, and battery units, tailored for local production. Minda Corporation aims to enhance ...
 "India Shatters Paralympic Records with Historic 20-Medal Win in Paris!")
India has recorded its best-ever performance at the Paris Paralympics 2024, achieving a remarkable total of 20 medals, surpassing its previous tally of 19 from Tokyo 2020. The country’s success is mainly due to the outstanding performances of track and field athletes, who secured five medals on day six alone, including two silver and three ...
 "India Strengthens Defense: Major Acquisition of Combat Vehicles and Radars Approved")
The Indian Defence Ministry has approved significant acquisitions to modernize the Army’s capabilities, including the procurement of future-ready combat vehicles (FRCVs) and air defence fire control radars. In a meeting chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the Defence Acquisition Council cleared ten proposals totaling Rs 1,44,716 crore, with 99 percent sourced from indigenous manufacturers. The ...
 "SMFG India Credit Eyes Rs 60,000 Crore AUM with Branch Expansion")
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMFG) India Credit is on track to increase its assets under management (AUM) to Rs 60,000 crore by the end of the financial year 2024-25, up from Rs 45,000 crore last year. The company has recently expanded its branch network, adding 300 new branches mostly in Tier 2 cities and rural ...
 "Strengthening Bonds: Chile and India Forge New Paths in Cooperation")
Chile’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Alberto van Klaveren, visited India from August 27 to 31, 2024, to strengthen bilateral ties. He co-chaired the second India-Chile Joint Commission Meeting with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, where they reviewed progress in cooperation across various sectors, including trade, agriculture, and technology. The ministers discussed ways to enhance trade relations ...
