Technology

AWS Announces $8.3 Billion Investment in Mumbai Cloud Infrastructure

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2025

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has unveiled plans to invest $8.3 billion in Mumbai to establish advanced cloud infrastructure. This significant investment underscores AWS’s commitment to expanding its presence in India and catering to the growing demand for cloud services in the region. The new infrastructure will enhance AWS’s ability to provide scalable, secure,

Trade

India Considers Tariff Reductions and Increased Imports to Address U.S. Trade Concerns

By Editor - News Desk January 24, 2025

To counter potential U.S. trade actions, India is exploring options like lowering import tariffs and boosting purchases of American goods, aiming to reduce its trade surplus and strengthen economic relations.

Technology

India’s First Indigenous Semiconductor Chip Set for 2025 Launch

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2025

Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has announced that India’s inaugural ‘Made in India’ semiconductor chip is slated for release in 2025. This update was shared during the World Economic Forum in Davos, where Vaishnaw highlighted the robust confidence industry stakeholders have in India’s semiconductor

Technology

NCLAT Suspends CCI’s Data Sharing Ban Between WhatsApp and Meta

By BPN News Desk January 23, 2025

In a significant development, the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has temporarily suspended the Competition Commission of India’s (CCI) directive that prohibited WhatsApp from sharing user data with its parent company, Meta Platforms. This suspension offers substantial relief to Meta, which had expressed concerns that the ban could adversely affect

Business

India and EU Collaborate to Develop Advanced Technologies and Secure Critical Raw Material Supply Chains

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2025

India and the European Union have agreed to collaborate on developing advanced technologies and securing critical raw material supply chains to strengthen economic ties and support sustainable development.

Asia

India and South Korea Collaborate to Enhance Global Shipbuilding Presence

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2025

India and South Korea are partnering to strengthen their positions in the global shipbuilding market, aiming to counter China's dominance through technology transfer and joint ventures.

Government Policies

Government Considers Monthly and Yearly Highway Passes for Passenger Vehicles

By Editor - News Desk January 16, 2025

The Indian government is exploring the implementation of monthly and yearly toll passes for passenger vehicles traveling on national highways. This initiative aims to streamline toll collection and provide greater convenience for regular commuters. Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, announced that the government is considering a system where

Asia

Bangladesh to Continue Diesel Imports from India Amid Border Tensions

By Editor - News Desk January 16, 2025

Bangladesh has decided to proceed with its diesel imports from India, reaffirming energy trade ties despite recent border tensions. The Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) announced that 130,000 metric tonnes of diesel will be imported from India’s Numaligarh Refinery Ltd (NRL) throughout 2025. The import arrangement, approved in a recent BPC board meeting, will cost

Asia

India Engages With Taliban Amid Evolving Regional Dynamics

By BPN News Desk January 16, 2025

In a significant shift, India has initiated diplomatic engagement with the Taliban, signaling a pragmatic approach to addressing evolving regional challenges. This outreach comes amid growing concerns over Afghanistan’s security, trade opportunities, and geopolitical stability. India’s outreach focuses on safeguarding its strategic interests in Afghanistan, which has

Industry

Government Initiates Measures to Alleviate MSME Compliance and Financing Challenges

By BPN News Desk January 16, 2025

The Indian government is engaging with stakeholders to streamline compliance procedures and enhance financing avenues for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).