In a significant move to bolster economic ties, the UAE-India CEPA Council (UICC) and the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) hosted a pivotal business roundtable with nearly 30 businesses from Odisha. This initiative aims to harness the benefits of the UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and explore new avenues for mutual growth. Key Delegates…
Modernizing India’s Telecom Laws India’s new Telecommunications Act 2023 marks a pivotal shift from outdated legislation to a framework that aligns with contemporary technological advancements and national security imperatives. Effective from June 26, this legislation replaces the archaic Indian Telegraph Act of 1885 and the Indian Wireless Telegraph Act of 1933. Enhanced Government Oversight for…
Former NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Arvind Panagariya has shifted his stance on India’s trade relations with China. In a recent interview, Panagariya, a prominent economist, revealed that the Galwan clash in June 2020 made him reconsider China’s reliability as a trading partner. Panagariya had previously advocated for India’s participation in the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP),…
A rare moment of unity unfolded in Parliament today as Om Birla was re-elected as Lok Sabha Speaker by a voice vote. Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi walked up to congratulate Mr. Birla, shaking hands with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a brief show of camaraderie. Along with Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, the…
A new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) reveals that over 3 million deaths per year are attributable to alcohol and drug use. Alcohol consumption alone accounts for 2.6 million deaths annually, representing 4.7% of all global deaths, while psychoactive drug use is responsible for 0.6 million deaths. Men are disproportionately affected, with 2…
As the 18th Lok Sabha commences, a significant and rare political event is set to unfold — the election for the Speaker’s post, which will see a face-off between Om Birla of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and Kodikunnil Suresh of the INDI Alliance. This unusual election breaks with recent tradition, where the Speaker…
The Indian Army is on the brink of a technological leap with the planned induction of its first batch of robotic MULES (Multi-Utility Legged Equipment), designed to resemble dogs. · According to a report the Indian Army had placed an order for 100 MULE robotic dogs in September of the previous year. · The MULE robotic dogs…
In a bold stance against escalating Chinese aggression, Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has denounced autocracy as the real “evil”. In a bold stance against escalating Chinese aggression, Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has denounced autocracy as the real “evil” after Beijing announced it could impose death penalty on staunch supporters of Taiwanese independence. Lai’s remarks come…
In the wake of the devastating October 7 attack by Hamas, a profound sense of insecurity has gripped many Israelis, leading to a significant spike in the number of women seeking gun permits. · According to the Israeli security ministry, 42,000 women have applied for firearms licenses since the attack, with 18,000 of these applications already…
Amid swirling rumors of disintegration and a growing chorus of dissent within the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), party supremo Naveen Patnaik has made a fervent appeal for unity. · In a recent interaction with party leaders Patnaik stressed the importance of unity to overcome internal divisions and bolster the party’s strength. · Despite widespread criticism and allegations…
