China has issued a stern warning in response to former President Donald Trump’s latest tariff threat, pledging to fight back with equal force if the United States raises duties on Chinese goods to a staggering 104%. The Chinese Commerce Ministry declared it would “resolutely” take all necessary countermeasures to defend the country’s economic interests, reinforcing its position that any trade war escalation would be met with firm resistance. Trump announced o

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu continues to strengthen his reputation as a development-oriented leader by aligning state priorities with national strategic interests. As part of the broader vision of progress and security, Andhra Pradesh is now set to host one of India’s most ambitious defense projects — a new naval base near Visakhapatnam that will house nuclear submarines and advanced warships. This major defense initiative is being developed under Project Varsha and is poi

Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates, will begin a two-day official visit to India on Tuesday, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced Monday. This marks the first official visit to India by Sheikh Hamdan in his capacity as Crown Prince and will include meetings with top Indian leadership as well as engagements aimed at strengthening b

Amid growing unrest over the Supreme Court’s decision to cancel the appointments of over 25,000 teachers and non-teaching staff recruited through the West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) in 2016, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has publicly pledged her support for the affected individuals. Speaking at Netaji Indoor Stadium to a large gathering of dismissed teachers, Banerjee criticized the judgment, questioned the rationale behind the blanket dismissal, and drew comparisons with

Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh — The Central Government has disbursed over ₹4,200 crore to Andhra Pradesh for the development of its capital, Amaravati. This follows the release of USD 205 million (approx. ₹1,705 crore) by the World Bank under a major international funding initiative aimed at completing the first phase of the state’s capital development project. A senior government official confirmed that the ₹4,285 crore, transferred on April 1, is part of a comprehensive ₹15,

For ambitious students who aspire to work at the world’s top companies, the University of Bath School of Management offers an ideal launchpad. Known for its rigorous academics, global outlook, and real-world learning experience, this prestigious UK business school is helping students transition from the classroom to boardrooms across the globe. Graduates from the School of Management are now working with globally admired companies such as Apple, Deloitte, PwC, Samsung, Amazon, and Goldman

Swiggy, the popular online food and grocery delivery platform, is facing new tax troubles with a total tax demand of over Rs 165 crore for the financial year 2021-22. The first of the two orders was issued by the Profession Tax Officer in Pune, Maharashtra, demanding Rs 7.59 crore. This order alleges that Swiggy failed to properly deduct profession tax from its employees' salaries, which is required under the Maharashtra State Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings & Employments Act, 1975.

A political war of words broke out in Delhi on April 5, 2025, between the BJP and AAP following the petition filed by Okhla MLA Amanatullah Khan, who challenged the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 in the Supreme Court. Khan, a prominent member of AAP and former Chairman of the Delhi Waqf Board, has raised concerns that the Bill limits religious and cultural autonomy of Muslims, introduces arbitrary executive interference, and threatens minority rights in managing religious and charitable institution

The liquor policy implemented by the previous YSR Congress government in Andhra Pradesh has been mired in controversy, with allegations of financial fraud and mismanagement that impacted the state’s excise revenue. YCP MP Peddireddy Midhun Reddy has come under the scrutiny of the Andhra Pradesh CID for his possible involvement in this scam. Earlier, Midhun Reddy sought anticipatory bail from the Andhra Pradesh High Court, but the court rejected his petition, citing that h

Bangkok, April 4 — At the 6th BIMSTEC Summit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled several bold proposals aimed at enhancing regional cooperation, economic integration, and disaster resilience among the seven member nations of BIMSTEC—India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. UPI Integration Across BIMSTEC In a major push toward financial connectivity, PM Modi proposed linking India’s UPI (Unified Pa

Union Minister Piyush Goyal’s recent remarks questioning the direction of India’s startup ecosystem have sparked a wave of reactions from prominent startup leaders and tech entrepreneurs. While addressing an audience, Goyal questioned whether Indian startups are merely focused on "dukaandari"—running shops—by prioritizing delivery services, fantasy sports, and betting platforms, as opposed to Chinese startups that are innovating in areas like electric vehicle

In a move that offers much-needed relief to Public Provident Fund (PPF) account holders across India, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has officially announced that individuals will no longer have to pay any fees to add, update, or remove nominee details in their PPF accounts. The announcement was made via a post on social media platform X and follows a recent government notification that amends the applicable savings rules. Through Gazette Notification 02/4/25, changes have been introduce

For Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), securing health and term insurance for themselves and their families back in India is more than just a financial obligation—it is a critical step toward safeguarding their loved ones and managing long-term security. As global citizens, NRIs often weigh the pros and cons of buying insurance in their country of residence versus opting for policies in India. What tips the scale in favor of Indian insurance are three strong reasons: affordability, extensive

A former California police officer, Ashley Cummins, has been awarded $10 million in damages after a San Diego jury ruled in her favor in a workplace harassment and discrimination lawsuit. Cummins, who served with the National City Police Department (NCPD), alleged that she endured a hostile work environment, systematic discrimination, and repeated harassment based on her gender and sexual orientation. The case, filed in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego, highlighted allegatio

South Korea’s Constitutional Court has officially removed President Yoon Suk Yeol from office after unanimously upholding his impeachment. The historic decision, which comes months after the National Assembly voted to impeach him, has sent shockwaves through the country’s political landscape. This ruling marks only the second time a South Korean president has been ousted in modern history, following the impeachment of former leader Park Geun-hye in 2017. The court'

More than 250 passengers, including several Indian nationals, have been stranded for over 30 hours at Diyarbakir Airport in southeastern Turkey following an emergency landing by a Virgin Atlantic flight. The aircraft, operating under flight number VS358, had departed London’s Heathrow Airport at 11:40 a.m. local time on April 2 and was due to arrive in Mumbai at 1:40 a.m. IST on April 3. However, a medical emergency on board forced the aircraft to divert and land unexpectedly at Diyarba

In the evolving global landscape of technology, artificial intelligence is steadily emerging as the most transformative force across industries. From healthcare to agriculture and manufacturing to education, AI is changing the way systems operate, delivering faster, smarter, and more efficient solutions. Recognizing the strategic importance of this shift, the government of Andhra Pradesh is taking strong steps to establish itself as a leading global destination for AI development and innovati

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee strongly criticized the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold a Calcutta High Court verdict that invalidated the appointment of over 25,000 teaching and non-teaching staff recruited by the West Bengal School Service Commission (WBSSC) in 2016. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Banerjee expressed her disagreement with the apex court's judgement, stating she cannot support a blanket cancellation of all appointments and voiced her deep

In a noteworthy development signaling the economic progress of Andhra Pradesh, the state has recorded its highest monthly Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection in nearly a year. The GST revenue generated in the state for the month of March 2025 has reached an impressive ₹3116 crore, breaking past the ₹3000 crore milestone for the first time in the last 11 months. This also marks an 8.35 percent year-on-year growth compared to March of the previous year, indicating an upward trend in tax

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a three-day diplomatic visit to Southeast Asia, beginning with Thailand where he is attending the 6th BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) Summit. Following his engagements in Thailand, PM Modi will travel to Sri Lanka to further deepen bilateral relations with the island nation. Upon his arrival in Thailand, PM Modi was warmly received by members of the Indian community, highlighting the strong c