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Aviation

Kolkata–Kunming Flights Back in the Sky

China Eastern Airlines has resumed its direct flight service between Kolkata and Kunming, marking a renewed push to strengthen aviation connectivity between India and China amid gradually improving travel demand.…

By R. Suryamurthy · April 20, 2026

Capitol Hill

Opinion: Democrats Need to Tread Carefully 

What is happening politically must be music to the ears of the Democratic Party. Equally there are sober elements in the party to believe that the outcome of the November…

By Sridhar Krishnaswami · April 18, 2026

Trade

India Insurance Shields Risk

Against the backdrop of escalating tensions in West Asia and mounting risks around the Strait of Hormuz, the Union Cabinet on Saturday approved the creation of a government-backed ‘Bharat Maritime…

By R. Suryamurthy · April 18, 2026

Economy

Gold Market Eyes Festive Reset

As India enters the Akshaya Tritiya buying window, the gold market is poised at a data-heavy inflection point, where global dollar-denominated trends, domestic price behavior, and policy-led supply constraints are…

By R. Suryamurthy · April 17, 2026

Community

The New Silk Route: Handlooms, Heritage and High Fashion

In a carefully calibrated blend of culture, commerce and couture, India’s handloom sector is stepping onto an unlikely but high-visibility stage — the glitz of the Femina Miss India finale…

By R. Suryamurthy · April 16, 2026

Diaspora

India Jewelry Trade Rebalances

India’s gem and jewelry exports stood at $27.72 billion (₹2.45 lakh crore) in the financial year 2025–26, marking a modest 0.93% rise in rupee terms but a 3.32% decline in…

By R. Suryamurthy · April 15, 2026

Community

From Bangalore to the Edge of Space

In 2016, Nirupesh Joshi walked away from a senior director's title, and an enviable compensation package in Hong Kong. His wife Mercy Amalraj gave up her career in mobile gaming.…

By SAH Special Correspondent · April 15, 2026