Odisha Emerges as India’s Next Semiconductor Hub with Intel-Backed Projects India has declared semiconductors a strategic priority, with the government committing billions in incentives to reduce dependence on imports and build a resilient technology ecosystem. While states like Gujarat and Tamil Nadu have attracted attention, Odisha is quietly emerging as a significant player in this…
Trump’s ‘Make in America’ Vision Since returning to the White House, Donald Trump has sharpened his long-standing “Make in America” narrative. For him, the measure of global corporations is not just their innovation but the extent of their commitment to U.S. jobs and manufacturing. This emphasis came into sharp focus when Trump hosted a glittering…
Apple’s Growing Bet on India Apple, the world’s most valuable technology company, has been steadily expanding its retail network in India, one of its fastest-growing markets. On September 4, 2025, the tech giant opened its first store in Pune—Apple Koregaon Park—marking its fourth official outlet in the country. With India becoming central to Apple’s global…
An Image That Spoke Volumes The recently concluded Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin offered more than formal speeches and ceremonial gatherings. A striking photograph of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un smiling together has become emblematic of an evolving geopolitical moment. To many…
When the River Reclaims the City Delhi, a city accustomed to battling traffic and pollution, now finds itself submerged under a different crisis—floodwaters. With relentless monsoon rains lashing North India, the Yamuna River has swelled beyond critical thresholds, forcing large-scale evacuations and sparking memories of the catastrophic floods of 2023. The water level touched 207.39 meters,…
A Long Road to Entry After years of lobbying, negotiations, and setbacks, Tesla finally made its official entry into India in mid-July. The company had repeatedly pushed for lower import duties on electric vehicles, but with no breakthrough, it opted to enter the market despite the steep tariffs. The launch of the Model Y, priced…
A Pattern of Embarrassment Pakistan’s leadership has often attracted international headlines, but rarely for statesmanship or strategic vision. Instead, awkward blunders and tone-deaf remarks by top figures have repeatedly left the country red-faced on global platforms. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s latest gaffe with earphones in front of Russian President Vladimir Putin, paired with Defence Minister Khawaja Asif’s bizarre…
Expecting Praise Without Action U.S. President Donald Trump has long been known for claiming victories, but this time, experts suggest his frustration stems from not being recognised for something he never truly achieved. Trump reportedly feels “cheated” for not receiving credit for the India–Pakistan ceasefire in May 2025—a diplomatic outcome he had little to do with. This…
From WWII Triumph to Modern Might Eighty years ago, China emerged from the devastation of the Second World War with a hard-earned victory over Japan. Though the nation bore immense suffering during the conflict, its resilience cemented a place among the world’s major powers. Fast-forward to today, Beijing seeks to remind the world of that legacy—while also showcasing…
A Daughter’s Accusation Turns into Party Crisis K. Kavitha, Member of the Legislative Council in Telangana and daughter of former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), has been suspended from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS)—the very party her father founded. The dramatic move followed her explosive allegations that her cousin, senior BRS leader T. Harish…
