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By 2030, major economies like the US, Germany, and Japan may face a 50-million-worker shortage, which could swell to 250 million by 2050.

India's Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, marks a pivotal shift in its counter-terrorism strategy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared a "new normal," treating terror acts from Pakistan as acts of war.

India’s growing manufacturing ecosystem remains crucial to Apple’s strategy despite geopolitical pressures shaping global trade dynamics.

India and the US are navigating intricate trade negotiations aimed at mutual benefits. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar cautioned against premature conclusions, while President Trump noted India's significant tariff reduction offer.

The 2025 Kantar BrandZ report reveals the Global Top 100 brands have grown by $9.3 trillion since 2006, reaching $10.7 trillion. US brands dominate, holding 82% of the value, while Chinese brands have doubled their share to 6%, and European brands have declined to 7%.

China has launched 12 satellites as part of the Three-Body Computing Constellation, aiming to establish a space-based computing system rivaling Earth’s most powerful supercomputers.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a major Cabinet reshuffle, appointing Anita Anand as foreign minister and retaining key figures like François-Philippe Champagne as finance minister.

A May 2025 Bank of America survey reveals India as the top investment destination in Asia-Pacific, overtaking Japan and leaving China third. Investor sentiment shifted from 13% underweight in March to 42% overweight in May, driven by India's economic stability, diverse stock market, and government initiatives like the PLI scheme.

India retaliated with "Operation Sindoor," striking nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir with precision. The operation symbolized justice and unity, led by diverse leaders, Colonel Sofiya Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh. The attack highlighted the need for global action against cross-border terrorism.

India’s aviation sector has become a global leader in gender diversity, with women making up 14% of pilots, far above the 6% global average, and 39% of the overall aviation workforce.

India's External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, criticized Europe's inconsistent global stances, emphasizing India's need for "partners, not preachers."

India’s media and entertainment industry is set to grow from $28 billion to over $100 billion within a decade, according to Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani.

countries like India and China have rapidly expanded their road networks, with India increasing its highways by nearly 60% and China adding 50,000 km of expressways

Apple is set to produce iPhones worth $40 billion annually in India by FY26, meeting 80% of US demand and fulfilling local needs.

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal affirmed that India will not allow trans-shipment practices that violate rules of origin,...

The United States has strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, expressing solidarity with India. DNI Tulsi...

India is seeking relaxed US export controls and access to advanced technologies under the proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA),...

US Vice President JD Vance’s first official visit to India, alongside his family and senior officials, focused on strengthening US-India ties in trade, defense, and technology. Vance and Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed regional and global issues, finalizing a roadmap for a trade deal aimed at doubling bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030.

India is working to address its $41 billion trade surplus with the US by increasing imports and fostering collaboration through a proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA). Key discussions, including high-level visits, aim to bridge trade gaps and align on tariffs.

China dominates the $450 billion global critical minerals market, controlling 60% of processed mineral exports and excelling in battery materials and electric vehicles (EVs). It leads in both imports and exports of raw and processed materials, cementing its supply chain influence.