Strengthening US-India Relations During his visit to the United States to attend the inauguration of President Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, S. Jaishankar praised the growing bilateral relationship between India and the United States. Representing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as his Special Envoy, Jaishankar emphasized the commitment of the Trump adm

Trump Withdraws U.S. from Paris Agreement on First Day of Second Term On the first day of his second term, President Donald Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from the Paris Agreement, the landmark international climate treaty in which nearly 200 countries pledged to work together to limit global warming. The decision comes at a

On Tuesday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will hold his first bilateral meeting with India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in Washington. Jaishankar is visiting the US at the invitation of the US Government to attend the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States. Rubio’s meeting with Jaishankar is noteworthy, as it marks Rubio's first official bilateral engagement as Secretary of State and underscores the importance of strengthening US

The U.S. decision to withdraw from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s (OECD) global tax deal, led by President Trump in his second term, could lead to significant shifts in the global tax landscape. However, according to tax expert Rakesh Nangia, India's tax policy will not be heavily impacted by this move. India had taken a more cautious approach toward implementing the Global Anti-Base Erosion (GloBE) rules and had not introduced substantial changes to it

Siemens' Investment in India's Workforce and Technology: Peter Koerte, the Managing Director of Siemens, emphasized India’s potential due to its large number of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) — around 60 million — and the need for simplified, user-friendly technology to boost these businesses. He mentioned that Siemens sees India as a vital growth market,

The HSBC Hurun Global Indians List 2024 recognizes 226 Indian-origin leaders who are running 200 of the world’s most valuable companies, collectively worth an astounding $10 trillion. Among the leaders, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, and Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal stand out, with Nadella taking the top spot. This list reflects a growing dominance of Indian-origin leadership in global business, particularly in the software and services sector, which accounts

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Gita Gopinath, the Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), discussed the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on India’s workforce, revealing that an estimated 26% of the workforce across various industries is exposed to AI. Of these, 14% are expected to benefit from AI technologies, while 12% will face a displacement effect due to automation. This aligns with earlier comments made by India’s G20 Sherpa,

Trump’s Warning to BRICS On January 20, after being sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump issued a strong warning to BRICS nations regarding their ongoing de-dollarization initiatives. During a press meet in the Oval Office, he declared that BRICS members would face a 100% tariff on trade with the U.S. if they pursued efforts to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar

Minutes after being sworn in for his second term on Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump pledged to reclaim the Panama Canal. In his inauguration speech, the Republican leader referenced the 19th-century expansionist doctrine of "Manifest Destiny" while also outlining plans for space exploration. Trump reiterated his pre-inauguration vow to reassert U.S. control over the canal, accusing Panama of failing to up

Gautam Adani’s Address to Students On Monday, Gautam Adani, the chairman of the Adani Group, addressed the students of Adani International School in Ahmedabad. During his speech, Adani shared three core principles for the students: "dream relentlessly, learn relentlessly, and build relentlessly," encouraging them to aim high and remain determined in their endeavor

The World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, has brought together global leaders and entrepreneurs seeking to foster investments. Among those attending the prestigious event was Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, known for his relentless work ethic and discipline. Despite the bone-chilling temperatures in Davos, which plummeted to minus 2 degrees Celsius, the 74-year-old leader was seen in his trademark yellow shirt and pants, a stark contrast to other leaders

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President-elect Donald Trump is considering a trip to China after taking office as part of efforts to strengthen ties with Beijing. He has also discussed the possibility of visiting India, according to reports. During his election campaign, Trump had threatened to impose higher tariffs on Chinese goods. Sources familiar with the matter told that Trump expressed interest in visiting China to improve relations with Presi

Donald Trump Addresses Rally on Eve of Inauguration, Pledges Immediate ActionDonald Trump held a rally at Washington’s Capital One Arena on the eve of his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States, delivering a fiery address to an enthusiastic crowd. Touching on topics such as immigration, national security, and foreign policy, Trump’s speech marked his first major address in Washington since his controversial January 6,

Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani Meet U.S. President-Elect Trump Ahead of Inauguration Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita Ambani met with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on January 19, 2025, at a private reception in Washington, D.C., ahead of his inauguration. The meeting highlighted their shared vision for strengthening India-U.S. relations and foste

TikTok Restores Services in the U.S., Credits Donald Trump for Temporary Extension TikTok, the widely popular short-video app, has resumed services in the United States after a brief shutdown. This development comes after President-elect Donald Trump assured a temporary pause on a federal ban that required TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to divest its U.S. operations. Trump, set to take

Donald Trump’s Day-One Agenda: Sweeping Executive Orders to Reshape U.S. PoliciesOn January 20, 2025, Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, marking his return to the White House with an ambitious and transformative agenda. Trump has announced plans to sign over 200 executive orders on his first day in office, targeting immigration, border security, diversity programs, energy policies, and nationa

During a visit to SpaceX's Starbase facility in Texas on Friday, Elon Musk shared his optimistic view on the growing India-US trade relationship, stating that the bilateral ties are “trending positive.” Musk, a key player in both the automotive and technology sectors, expressed his support for lowering trade barriers between the two nations to foster increased commerce and

Chandrababu Naidu, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, is gearing up for his highly anticipated trip to Switzerland to participate in the prestigious World Economic Forum (WEF) Summit in Davos. This business-focused event is seen as an excellent opportunity to attract significant investments to the state. In a strategic move ahead of his trip, Naidu has successfully poached a key investment body executive from the neighbori

n an impressive display of skill and strategy, the Indian women's Kho Kho team dominated Bangladesh with a resounding 109-16 victory in their Kho Kho World Cup quarterfinal on Friday, securing their place in the semifinals. Captain Priyanka Ingle led the team with exceptional leadership, guiding India to their fifth consecutive 100-point game. India's performance was flawless across all four turns, with a particularly