India launches e-student visas to simplify international student admissions.
Survey reveals high concern in India over job displacement by automation.
Leading international alcohol producers, such as Diageo, Pernod Ricard, and Carlsberg, are collectively seeking approximately $466 million in outstanding payments from the Indian state of Telangana. This financial dispute underscores the challenges faced by liquor companies operating within India’s state-regulated alcohol market. Background of the Dispute In India,
Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has raised concerns about the declining birth rates in China and India, two of the world’s most populous nations. Musk warns that these demographic trends could lead to significant economic and societal challenges in the future. China’s Population Decline China has been experiencing a steady decrease in its birth rate, leading […]
India has extended the visa of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been residing in the country since August 2024 after stepping down amid nationwide protests. This development comes despite the interim Bangladeshi government’s formal request for her extradition. Background Sheikh Hasina, 77, fled to India on August 5, 2024, following widespread
India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue for December 2024 has shown a significant increase, reaching ₹1.77 lakh crore. This marks a 7.3% rise compared to the same period last year, reflecting sustained economic activity and improved tax compliance. Breakdown of GST Revenues The December collections comprise: Central GST (CGST): ₹32,836 crore State GST (SGST):
In a continued effort to uphold regional stability, India and Pakistan have exchanged lists of their respective nuclear installations and facilities. This exchange, conducted on January 1, 2025, marks the 34th consecutive year of this practice, which began in 1992. Background of the Agreement The exchange is carried out under the Agreement on the Prohibition […]
Cricket, they say, is a gentleman’s game. But let’s be real: when India plays Australia, it’s less Downton Abbey and more WWE SmackDown. For years, the Australians have been the undisputed kings of sledging, intimidation, and, let’s not forget, playing the victim card when someone dared to clap back. Enter Virat Kohli, India’s sultan of […]
India has ascended to the position of the world’s sixth-largest exporter of solar photovoltaic (PV) products, marking a significant milestone in its renewable energy sector. This achievement underscores India’s expanding influence in the global solar market and its commitment to sustainable energy solutions. Global Export Rankings According to recent trade
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has disclosed that Indian consular officials in Canada were subjected to audio and video surveillance. This revelation adds to the strained relations between the two nations. MEA Raises Concerns According to the MEA, Indian officials stationed in Canadian diplomatic missions were informed that their activities were being closely
