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India has taken a significant step toward increasing the use of the Indian rupee in international trade by easing rules governing rupee-denominated export payments. The policy change, announced on August 20, allows rupee export earnings to receive treatment comparable to foreign-currency export earnings for certain trade-policy benefits. The move is part of New Delhi’s broader…
The Middle East is facing another sharp escalation as tensions between Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) intensify, adding a new layer of uncertainty to an already dangerous conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. On August 18, the UAE said it had detected two ballistic missiles launched from Iran toward maritime traffic….
Semiconductors have become one of the most important resources in the modern world. They power smartphones, cars, medical equipment, data centres, military systems and, increasingly, the artificial-intelligence systems transforming the global economy. In 2026, the competition to control this technology has intensified, turning computer chips into a major point of rivalry between the United States…
India’s corporate landscape is facing a major leadership transition after N. Chandrasekaran announced that he will step down as chairman of Tata Sons, the holding company of the Tata Group. Chandrasekaran, who has led the conglomerate since 2017, is expected to remain in the position until the end of his current term in February 2027….
Cabinet Gives Major Push to India’s Green Energy Mission In a significant step towards strengthening India’s clean energy ecosystem, the Union Cabinet has approved the National Unified Scheme for Compressed Biogas (CBG) under the GOBARdhan (Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan) initiative. The ambitious programme comes with a financial outlay of ₹23,731 crore and aims to…
SpaceX has reported its first quarterly earnings since becoming a publicly traded company, delivering one of the strongest financial performances in the global aerospace industry. The Elon Musk-led company announced that its revenue surged 92% year-over-year to $7.8 billion during the April–June quarter, driven primarily by explosive growth in its Starlink satellite internet network and…
Global financial markets witnessed a strong recovery on Monday after signs of easing tensions between the United States and Iran boosted investor confidence. Oil prices recorded one of their sharpest single-day declines in recent weeks, while global stock markets stabilized as hopes grew that diplomatic efforts could prevent further escalation in the Middle East. Investors…
Indian Economy Shows Resilience Amid Global Challenges India’s economy continues to stand out among major global economies despite persistent geopolitical tensions, fluctuating commodity prices and uncertain international trade conditions. While inflation has shown signs of pressure in recent weeks, economic activity remains robust, corporate earnings have largely exceeded expectations and domestic consumption continues to support…
India and the European Union have taken another significant step toward strengthening their economic partnership, announcing that both sides are optimistic about finalizing an Investment Protection Agreement before the end of 2026. The announcement follows the conclusion of negotiations on the broader India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) earlier this year and signals continued momentum toward…
Microsoft has announced one of the most significant restructurings in its history, revealing plans to eliminate 4,800 jobs worldwide, including approximately 3,200 positions within its Xbox gaming division. The move represents the largest overhaul the Xbox business has ever undergone and signals a major shift in Microsoft’s long-term gaming strategy. The announcement comes just years…
