INDIA CHINA Connect

NCERT’s revised Class 7 Social Science textbook reintroduces early medieval India, spotlighting forgotten rulers, empires and institutions from the 7th to 13th centuries. It links political history, culture and economy with modern systems, showing continuity in governance, trade, agriculture and society. Teachers note improved coherence, clearer narratives and stronger connections between India’s past and present for students nationwide today clearly.

India’s mall sector is bucking the global retail downturn as Western malls struggle with closures and vacancies. Anarock says strong consumer demand, a young population, low retail supply, and limited e-commerce penetration are driving growth. With near-full occupancy and lifestyle-led formats, Indian malls could attract $3.5 billion in investment over three years.

NITI Aayog has proposed a roadmap to internationalise India’s higher education by allowing foreign universities to operate within Indian campuses, easing visa and regulatory norms, and boosting academic mobility. The plan addresses rising outbound student numbers, seeks to attract learners, funds research through a $10 billion Bharat Vidya Kosh, and introduces scholarships to position India as an education hub globally.

NRI deposits rose to $168.1 billion in October 2025, up from $162.6 billion a year earlier, driven by a 7.9% rise in dollar deposits to $34.39 billion. Rupee deposits remained stable at $100 billion, indicating a shift toward foreign currency holdings as NRIs sought higher returns and hedged against currency volatility amid global rate differentials.

Indian doctors are increasingly leaving the UK as rising taxes, high living costs, tighter immigration rules and limited job security outweigh the NHS’s traditional appeal. Visa numbers have dropped sharply, while better pay and clearer career paths abroad attract talent. Policy pressures, workforce competition and reduced entry routes are further shrinking opportunities for overseas healthcare professionals.

Japan’s largest banks are increasingly targeting India’s fast-growing financial sector to offset limited growth at home. Led by MUFG’s proposed Rs 40,000 crore investment in Shriram Finance, Japanese lenders are expanding through stakes in banks and NBFCs. Strong credit demand, rising incomes and global investor interest make India a strategic long-term growth market.

Chinese scientists have set a new maglev record by accelerating a tonne-scale vehicle to 700 km/h in under two seconds on a 400‑metre test track. The breakthrough demonstrates major advances in electromagnetic propulsion, power control and superconducting systems, strengthening China’s position in ultra‑high‑speed transport and supporting future hyperloop and aerospace applications.