A Disruption in the Making India’s $844 billion mutual fund industry is bracing for a potential shake-up. Jio BlackRock Asset Management, a joint venture between Jio Financial Services, backed by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, and BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, is preparing to enter the Indian market with a low-cost, tech-driven strategy. The company plans to offer…
Operation Sindoor and the Shadow of China India’s recent military operation, Operation Sindoor, launched in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, has reignited tensions not just between India and Pakistan, but also pulled China into the diplomatic crossfire. Spanning four days from May 7 to 10, the operation marked one of the most intense military…
US Moves on Tariffs as India Deal Nears Even as the United States President Donald Trump announced a wave of new tariffs targeting 14 countries, he signaled progress on a long-anticipated trade deal with India. “We’re close to making a deal with India,” Trump said from the White House, while confirming that negotiations continue over key sticking points such…
A Game-Changer for Skilled Indians in the Gulf In a significant departure from its traditional investment-focused immigration model, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched a groundbreaking nomination-based Golden Visa programme specifically targeting Indian nationals. For the first time, this initiative offers lifetime residency in the UAE without requiring large property or business investments. Instead,…
Reuters’ Reach and Role in India Reuters, one of the world’s most trusted international news agencies, holds a vital position in India’s media ecosystem. Known for its timely, fact-checked, and unbiased journalism, Reuters delivers essential global updates through its website, newswire, and social media handles, including on X (formerly Twitter). Indian readers, journalists, and policy analysts…
Global Diplomacy at Its Peak Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign policy continues to reach unprecedented heights as India cements its place as a key player in global affairs. Under his leadership, India has emerged as a voice of the Global South, an engine for economic collaboration, and a bridge for cultural exchange. This international recognition…
From Cash Haul to Political Uproar The recent discovery of large amounts of unaccounted cash at the official residence of Justice Yashwant Varma has triggered a high-voltage political and judicial storm. What started as a sensational cash recovery has quickly escalated into a war of words in Parliament, with the Central government now initiating consultations…
Foxconn’s Strategic Withdrawal and Its Ripple Effects Apple’s ambitious push to diversify its supply chain beyond China and deepen its manufacturing roots in India has encountered a significant disruption. In a move that could potentially delay production timelines, Foxconn Technology Group, Apple’s largest assembly partner, has recalled hundreds of Chinese engineers and technicians from its…
Understanding India’s Parliamentary Sessions The Indian Parliament functions through three main sessions each year: the Budget Session (February to May), the Monsoon Session (July to September), and the Winter Session (November to December). While the President of India summons Parliament on the government’s advice, the gap between two sessions cannot exceed six months, ensuring regular…
Why Pakistani Celebrities Were Blocked in India Again A number of Pakistani actors and entertainment figures have once again been digitally blocked in India following a temporary and unexplained reappearance of their social media profiles on Indian networks. On July 3, the Indian government reimposed restrictions on access to accounts of celebrities such as Mahira…
