India emerges as a Growth Story at the WEF in Davos.
India is expected to project itself as a major global player at the 2026 World Economic Forum’s ( WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, where global leaders will gather amid economic uncertainty, geopolitical tension, and rapid technology change. With a strong delegation of government officials and industry leaders, India aims to
Indian Economy Expected to Grow 7.4% in FY26
Amid rising global trade uncertainties and tariff pressure, India’s economy is expected to create strong momentum in fiscal year 2026. The country is projecting a 7.4% growth rate for the year ending March 2026, according to the first advance estimates released by the Government of India. Last year, in May
Another 10,000 Employees Could Face Layoffs at UBS by 2027
Swiss Bank giant UBS may cut an additional 10,000 jobs globally by 2027, according to reports by Swiss Newspaper SonntagsBlick. The potential layoffs come as part of UBS’s long-term integration plan following its acquisition of rival Credit Suisse in 2023. While UBS has not officially confirmed the number, the bank
Trade. Energy. Defence. India–Russia Summit Begins
As America keeps pressuring India to refrain from buying Russian crude oil, New Delhi seems unfazed by the punitive trade tariffs and fickle warnings. It is all set to host the president of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, in a two-day visit from Dec 4th to Dec 5th, signalling its
Taliban Trade Minister Visits India to Boost Economic Ties
Afghanistan’s Taliban trade minister arrived in India on Wednesday for his first official visit, aiming to boost investments and trade between the two countries. Both nations are exploring ways to strengthen their relations amid deteriorating ties with neighbouring Pakistan. Last month, India upgraded its engagement with Afghanistan by reopening its
Modi’s China Visit Signals Improving Ties; Will the Friendliness Last?
When Foxconn recalled hundreds of Chinese engineers from a factory in India last month, reportedly under Beijing’s instructions to limit technology transfer, it underscored the tense relationship between China and India. Both nations are facing tariffs from the United States, which could influence them to consider cooperation despite their rivalry.
Modi Plans First China Visit in 7 Years as US Strains Grow
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to make his first visit to China in over seven years, a government source disclosed, marking a potential warming of bilateral relations as geopolitical frictions with Washington intensify. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to travel to China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
India’s Smartphone Exports to the US Surpass China
For the first time in history, India has overtaken China to become the top smartphone exporter to the USA, according to research analytics firm Canalys. This reflects a big shift in the manufacturing supply chain away from Beijing, courtesy of the recent security concerns and tariffs imposed by the trump
India Rules Out Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan?
India has officially said it will not consider the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan again, as it has advised that the treaty is “forever suspended.” In an interview, Home Minister Amit Shah stated that water presently going to Pakistan will now be diverted for use within India, specifically in the
India to Suspend Rare Earth Exports Deal with Japan
India asked state owned miner, IREL, formerly Indian Rare Earth Limited, to suspend a 13 year-old rare earth export agreement with Japan. According to the official report by Reuters, it is happening to secure domestic supply and reduce dependency on China. The decision was taken for growing global concerns over
