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Economy

India’s defense exports crossed $4B in FY 2025–26, rising over 60% year-on-year. Public and private sectors jointly drive growth, with PSUs contributing ~55%. Equipment reaches 100+ countries, including the US, France, Israel, and Germany. Armenia and the Philippines lead in indigenous purchases. Aligned with “Make in India,” exports expand India’s global footprint while reducing import dependence.

India’s defense exports crossed $4B in FY 2025–26, rising over 60% year-on-year. Public and private sectors jointly drive growth, with PSUs contributing ~55%. Equipment reaches 100+ countries, including the US, France, Israel, and Germany. Armenia and the Philippines lead in indigenous purchases. Aligned with “Make in India,” exports expand India’s global footprint while reducing import dependence.

India’s Defense Exports Hit Record High as Indigenous Arms Industry Gains Global Ground

India’s remittances, now $138B annually, exceed FDI and nearly doubled in a decade. Advanced economies drive a rising share, boosting resilience. Funds cover almost half the trade deficit and support households, especially in Kerala. Transfers are expected to remain stable or grow. The diaspora also fuels startups, philanthropy, and global healthcare leadership, strengthening India’s economic position.

India’s remittances, now $138B annually, exceed FDI and nearly doubled in a decade. Advanced economies drive a rising share, boosting resilience. Funds cover almost half the trade deficit and support households, especially in Kerala. Transfers are expected to remain stable or grow. The diaspora also fuels startups, philanthropy, and global healthcare leadership, strengthening India’s economic position.

How India’s Global Community Is Powering a Record Remittance Wave

India’s bioeconomy expanded from $10B in 2014 to $195B in 2026, projected near $300B by 2033. A global $300B patent cliff and rising $2.2B R&D costs create opportunity. Faster recruitment and lower costs enable 3–4x more development per dollar. Strong policy push and 2,500+ startups drive growth, with rising global validation.

India’s bioeconomy expanded from $10B in 2014 to $195B in 2026, projected near $300B by 2033. A global $300B patent cliff and rising $2.2B R&D costs create opportunity. Faster recruitment and lower costs enable 3–4x more development per dollar. Strong policy push and 2,500+ startups drive growth, with rising global validation.

India’s Biopharma Breakthrough: to hit $300 bn by 2033 on innovation demand

Politics

Wang Yi stressed shared interests outweigh differences in China-India ties, with both sides seeking stable relations amid global uncertainty. China views India as a partner, not rival, urging deeper cooperation in BRICS and Global South platforms. Rawat highlighted the global importance of stable ties, as Vikram Doraiswami prepares to succeed him as India’s next ambassador to China.

Wang Yi stressed shared interests outweigh differences in China-India ties, with both sides seeking stable relations amid global uncertainty. China views India as a partner, not rival, urging deeper cooperation in BRICS and Global South platforms. Rawat highlighted the global importance of stable ties, as Vikram Doraiswami prepares to succeed him as India’s next ambassador to China.

'China, India share far more common interests than differences': Chinese FM

China signals renewed cooperation with India, emphasizing partnership over rivalry through BRICS and Global South collaboration. Leaders highlight mutually beneficial engagement, while cultural diplomacy gains traction via yoga, cuisine, and youth exchanges. Civil aviation links move toward restoration after Galwan disruption. Greater coordination in BRICS and SCO is urged to strengthen ties amid global instability.

China signals renewed cooperation with India, emphasizing partnership over rivalry through BRICS and Global South collaboration. Leaders highlight mutually beneficial engagement, while cultural diplomacy gains traction via yoga, cuisine, and youth exchanges. Civil aviation links move toward restoration after Galwan disruption. Greater coordination in BRICS and SCO is urged to strengthen ties amid global instability.

China Signals Renewed Push for Cooperation with India Across Global Platforms

Vikram Doraiswami, adopting the Chinese name Wei Jiameng, will serve as India’s Ambassador to China, following tradition of blending sound and meaning. His chosen name reflects partnership-building, aiding communication and cultural alignment. Beijing welcomed the appointment, signaling goodwill. With prior China experience, he steps in at a cautious moment of bilateral stabilization, underscoring efforts to strengthen ties.

Vikram Doraiswami, adopting the Chinese name Wei Jiameng, will serve as India’s Ambassador to China, following tradition of blending sound and meaning. His chosen name reflects partnership-building, aiding communication and cultural alignment. Beijing welcomed the appointment, signaling goodwill. With prior China experience, he steps in at a cautious moment of bilateral stabilization, underscoring efforts to strengthen ties.

A Name, A Message, A Moment: Vikram Doraiswami’s New Role in Beijing

International

India’s remittances, now $138B annually, exceed FDI and nearly doubled in a decade. Advanced economies drive a rising share, boosting resilience. Funds cover almost half the trade deficit and support households, especially in Kerala. Transfers are expected to remain stable or grow. The diaspora also fuels startups, philanthropy, and global healthcare leadership, strengthening India’s economic position.

India’s remittances, now $138B annually, exceed FDI and nearly doubled in a decade. Advanced economies drive a rising share, boosting resilience. Funds cover almost half the trade deficit and support households, especially in Kerala. Transfers are expected to remain stable or grow. The diaspora also fuels startups, philanthropy, and global healthcare leadership, strengthening India’s economic position.

How India’s Global Community Is Powering a Record Remittance Wave

China’s chipmakers achieved record revenues, powered by AI demand, EV growth, and global memory shortages. U.S. export restrictions accelerated Beijing’s drive for semiconductor self-reliance. SMIC, Hua Hong, and Moore Threads posted strong gains, while CXMT surged on HBM demand. Despite momentum, China still lags global leaders in advanced chipmaking and EUV lithography access.

China’s chipmakers achieved record revenues, powered by AI demand, EV growth, and global memory shortages. U.S. export restrictions accelerated Beijing’s drive for semiconductor self-reliance. SMIC, Hua Hong, and Moore Threads posted strong gains, while CXMT surged on HBM demand. Despite momentum, China still lags global leaders in advanced chipmaking and EUV lithography access.

China’s Chipmakers Ride AI Wave to Record Highs Amid Tech Tensions

At 11, Bodhana Sivanandan became England’s highest-rated female chess player (FIDE 2366), surpassing Lan Yao. She entered the world’s top 100 women, ranked 72nd, after starting chess during the COVID-19 lockdown. A Woman International Master, she defeated ex-world champion Mariya Muzychuk. Praised by Rishi Sunak and the English Chess Federation, she inspires young players nationwide.

At 11, Bodhana Sivanandan became England’s highest-rated female chess player (FIDE 2366), surpassing Lan Yao. She entered the world’s top 100 women, ranked 72nd, after starting chess during the COVID-19 lockdown. A Woman International Master, she defeated ex-world champion Mariya Muzychuk. Praised by Rishi Sunak and the English Chess Federation, she inspires young players nationwide.

Checkmate at 11: Bodhana Sivanandan Becomes England’s Highest-Rated Chess Player

Culture

A film crossed Rs 1,700 crore globally within days, redefining box office benchmarks and challenging Bollywood’s star-driven legacy with story-first success. Strong writing and geopolitical depth resonated widely, sparking debates on nationalism and narrative ownership. It asserts India’s right to tell stories authentically, signaling an audience shift toward substance over pedigree and reshaping Hindi cinema’s greenlighting future.

A film crossed Rs 1,700 crore globally within days, redefining box office benchmarks and challenging Bollywood’s star-driven legacy with story-first success. Strong writing and geopolitical depth resonated widely, sparking debates on nationalism and narrative ownership. It asserts India’s right to tell stories authentically, signaling an audience shift toward substance over pedigree and reshaping Hindi cinema’s greenlighting future.

Dhurandhar: The Revenge — The Blockbuster That Is Rewriting Bollywood’s Rulebook

New research suggests the Indus Valley Civilisation may date back 8,000–9,000 years, predating Mesopotamia and Egypt. Radiocarbon evidence from Bhirrana reveals early organised settlements with advanced urban planning, including grid streets and drainage. Spanning vast regions and supporting millions, its decline was gradual, driven by climate adaptation and crop shifts, reshaping timelines of ancient civilisations.

New research suggests the Indus Valley Civilisation may date back 8,000–9,000 years, predating Mesopotamia and Egypt. Radiocarbon evidence from Bhirrana reveals early organised settlements with advanced urban planning, including grid streets and drainage. Spanning vast regions and supporting millions, its decline was gradual, driven by climate adaptation and crop shifts, reshaping timelines of ancient civilisations.

8000-year-old Indus Valley Civilisation could be older than the first Egyptian pharaohs

Archaeologists uncovered a 1,500-year-old T-shaped stepped reservoir on Elephanta Island, built with imported stone blocks showcasing advanced engineering. Excavations revealed artefacts, dyeing vat, anchors, beads, and 3,000 amphorae sherds. Coins of Kalachuri ruler Krishnaraja date it to the sixth century CE, highlighting Elephanta’s global maritime trade significance beyond its renowned Siva caves.

Archaeologists uncovered a 1,500-year-old T-shaped stepped reservoir on Elephanta Island, built with imported stone blocks showcasing advanced engineering. Excavations revealed artefacts, dyeing vat, anchors, beads, and 3,000 amphorae sherds. Coins of Kalachuri ruler Krishnaraja date it to the sixth century CE, highlighting Elephanta’s global maritime trade significance beyond its renowned Siva caves.

Unearthing Elephanta’s Hidden Marvel: A 1,500-Year-Old Water Reservoir Comes to Light

Insight

A film crossed Rs 1,700 crore globally within days, redefining box office benchmarks and challenging Bollywood’s star-driven legacy with story-first success. Strong writing and geopolitical depth resonated widely, sparking debates on nationalism and narrative ownership. It asserts India’s right to tell stories authentically, signaling an audience shift toward substance over pedigree and reshaping Hindi cinema’s greenlighting future.

A film crossed Rs 1,700 crore globally within days, redefining box office benchmarks and challenging Bollywood’s star-driven legacy with story-first success. Strong writing and geopolitical depth resonated widely, sparking debates on nationalism and narrative ownership. It asserts India’s right to tell stories authentically, signaling an audience shift toward substance over pedigree and reshaping Hindi cinema’s greenlighting future.

Dhurandhar: The Revenge — The Blockbuster That Is Rewriting Bollywood’s Rulebook

India’s census documents a population over 1.4 billion, one of the largest data exercises globally. It guides policy on housing, energy, food, and urban infrastructure, supporting equitable governance and welfare distribution. Digital tools and multilingual platforms broaden inclusion. Possible caste data reintroduction may shape debates. Findings provide critical planning benchmarks through 2027 and beyond.

India’s census documents a population over 1.4 billion, one of the largest data exercises globally. It guides policy on housing, energy, food, and urban infrastructure, supporting equitable governance and welfare distribution. Digital tools and multilingual platforms broaden inclusion. Possible caste data reintroduction may shape debates. Findings provide critical planning benchmarks through 2027 and beyond.

World's largest census: India to begin population count

“Gangtie Jiliang,” a 500-tonne vertical shaft drilling machine by CRCC, is the first to bore full-face shafts beyond 1,000 metres in hard rock. Operating in Liaoning, it enables access to deep mineral reserves like antimony, gold, tungsten, and lithium. Advanced muck removal and reinforcement enhance safety, supporting China’s long-term resource and infrastructure strategies.

“Gangtie Jiliang,” a 500-tonne vertical shaft drilling machine by CRCC, is the first to bore full-face shafts beyond 1,000 metres in hard rock. Operating in Liaoning, it enables access to deep mineral reserves like antimony, gold, tungsten, and lithium. Advanced muck removal and reinforcement enhance safety, supporting China’s long-term resource and infrastructure strategies.

China’s Powerful Deep-Earth Mining: 500-tonne ‘underground carrier’ tunnels a kilometre

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