INDIA CHINA Connect

India’s exports to China rose 24.7% to $10.03 billion between April and October, driven by petroleum, telecom, and marine goods, even as overall exports stagnated.

India Prime Minister Modi’s letter marks Constitution Day by honouring the Constitution’s makers and its role in empowering citizens.

China’s dominance of the rare earths supply chain gives it major geopolitical leverage, especially in trade tensions with the U.S. Despite renewed Western investment, alternative supply routes will take years to develop.

Indian enrolments in US universities hit 3.63 lakh in 2024–25, widening the gap with declining Chinese numbers.

India is considering easing Press Note 3 rules to allow up to 49% foreign investment from China in select manufacturing sectors without heavy scrutiny.

India’s record rice surplus is straining storage and prompting a push for new export opportunities.

China is rapidly electrifying its heavy‑truck fleet, driving a major drop in diesel demand and reshaping global energy forecasts.

India’s new Labour Codes replace 29 older laws with a unified system that boosts worker protection, expands social security, and modernises rules for a digital economy.

India is rapidly expanding its solar capacity, highlighted by the 10‑million‑panel Bhadla Solar Park producing 2,000 MW. Alongside major projects like Pavagada and Rewa, India is cutting emissions, improving energy access, and challenging China’s dominance.

US education data shows steep declines in 12th‑grade math and reading proficiency, prompting renewed concern and political debate.

India’s priorities strongly shaped the G20 Summit in South Africa, with leaders echoing its focus on counterterrorism, digital innovation, women’s empowerment, disaster resilience, food security, health cooperation, and climate finance.

India’s EV market is growing fast, but most models still rely on imported components, especially from China, causing few to qualify for PLI incentives.