JOHANNESBURG — In a day defined by striking diplomatic contrasts, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s engagements at the G20 Summit in South Africa moved seamlessly from candid, humorous exchanges with host President Cyril Ramaphosa to high-stakes security deliberations with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The dual engagements on November 23 underscored India’s evolving role as both…
New Delhi | November 10, 2025 Delhi’s air quality continues to worsen, recording its second-worst Air Quality Index (AQI) of the season on Sunday. The capital’s average AQI was 370, falling in the upper “very poor” category and inching closer to the “severe” range. The city has now witnessed four consecutive days of deteriorating air…
Travel content usually sugarcoats everything. This isn’t that. November is a rare window where India isn’t melting hot, monsoon-flooded, or December-expensive. If you want a short and affordable escape that doesn’t screw your wallet, here are the only five destinations worth your time this month. No luxury fluff. Clear budgets. Quick itineraries. Zero BS. 1️⃣…
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its crackdown on the Reliance Anil Ambani Group (RAAG), announcing the provisional attachment of assets valued at over ₹7,500 crore (approximately $853 million). This sweeping action, conducted under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), is part of an ongoing investigation into multiple alleged bank fraud and public fund…
When a company like Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) announces a planned $6.5 billion capital-expenditure — not just in software or services, but in physical infrastructure for artificial intelligence — we’re witnessing a strategic fork in the road. This isn’t business as usual; it’s a transformation in how TCS views its role in the technology stack…
NVIDIA’s surprise USD 1 billion equity investment in Nokia, combined with a broad strategic partnership to build AI-native Radio Access Networks (AI-RAN), marks a pivotal moment for telecoms and the race to 6G. The deal — under which NVIDIA will take roughly a 2.9% stake in Nokia via a directed share issuance — rapidly reframes…
Stroke is one of India’s biggest silent economic drains — not just a medical emergency. Experts note that up to 80% of stroke cases can be prevented through consistent lifestyle choices: regular exercise, controlled blood pressure and blood sugar, no smoking, and stress management. On the surface, this sounds like familiar health advice. In reality,…
Harman International, a Samsung Electronics subsidiary, has announced a ₹345 crore investment to expand its automotive electronics manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune. The expansion will add new surface-mount technology (SMT) lines, enhance telematics and cockpit electronics production, and is expected to create around 300 new jobs. The project, spread over the next three years, strengthens…
The successful issuance of ₹7,500 crore in Tier-II bonds by SBI at a competitive rate of 6.93% reinforces the institution’s robust financial position. This transaction not only enhances Tier-II capital but also aligns with regulatory frameworks while facilitating future lending capabilities. Additionally, the pricing benchmark established by this issuance may encourage other prominent banks to…
Varanasi, October 16, 2025 – A new chapter in India’s sustainable future was dramatically unveiled today as Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the nation’s first hydrogen-powered train in Varanasi. Dubbed the “Namo Green Rail,” this pioneering locomotive, developed under the ambitious “Make in India” program, represents a monumental leap towards decarbonizing the railway sector…
