Strategic Partnership in Focus India and Morocco have enjoyed cordial relations over the years, driven by cooperation in trade, culture, and diplomacy. Now, this partnership has reached a new strategic height with the setting up of India’s first overseas defence manufacturing facility in Morocco. The project, launched under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, symbolizes New Delhi’s ambition…
A New Chapter in Tax Reform Since its launch in 2017, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) has been hailed as India’s most significant tax reform. Yet, the four-tier rate structure often left businesses grappling with classification disputes and consumers puzzled over pricing. With GST 2.0 coming into effect on September 22, 2025, the government has…
Airports in Turmoil A large-scale cyberattack targeting airline check-in and boarding systems triggered chaos at several major European airports on Saturday, disrupting flight operations and inconveniencing thousands of passengers. London’s Heathrow, Berlin, and Brussels airports reported widespread delays and cancellations as the systems of Collins Aerospace, a subsidiary of RTX that powers passenger processing, were…
Trade Talks Gather Momentum India and the United States are entering a critical phase in their trade negotiations, with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal expected to travel to Washington in the coming days. The visit follows intensive discussions in New Delhi between US Chief Negotiator Brendan Lynch and India’s lead negotiator Rajesh Agrawal, which officials described…
A Sudden Goodbye to a Cultural Luminary India woke up to devastating news with the passing of Zubeen Garg, one of the most beloved voices of Assam and a shining figure in Indian music. The 52-year-old singer, composer, actor, and cultural icon died in Singapore after a tragic scuba diving accident while attending the Northeast…
A Calculated Strike That Changed the Narrative When India carried out Operation Sindoor in May, it was not merely a cross-border response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people; it was a decisive statement. Nearly a dozen high-value terror hubs across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir were struck, targeting camps belonging to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammad…
Shrimp Industry at Crossroads Odisha’s seafood sector, led by its thriving shrimp industry, has long been a cornerstone of the state’s export economy. Frozen shrimp and fish dominate the trade basket, with the United States consistently serving as the largest buyer. But this profitable equation has been upended by Washington’s decision to slap a steep 50% tariff…
The Shadow of Hindenburg The Adani Group, one of India’s most influential conglomerates, has weathered a turbulent journey since January 2023 when US-based short-seller Hindenburg Research accused it of financial manipulation and stock irregularities. The report triggered a market storm, eroding billions of dollars in shareholder value, shaking investor confidence, and putting Gautam Adani under intense global…
A Troubling Night in Santa Clara In early September, a tragic incident in Santa Clara, California, claimed the life of 30-year-old Indian software engineer Mohammed Nizamuddin from Telangana. Police officers opened fire inside his residence after responding to an emergency call about a violent altercation. According to official reports, Nizamuddin allegedly stabbed his roommate and…
A Market Shaken by GST Relief The Indian automobile market has entered a new phase of price realignment after the Goods and Services Tax (GST) reduction on vehicles. Starting September 22, 2025, several manufacturers, led by Maruti Suzuki, have slashed prices across models, creating a ripple of optimism for customers and industry stakeholders alike. For…
