Economy

A critical debate over India’s agricultural trade policy with the United States has escalated, following a government think tank’s proposal for significant tariff reductions on U.S. farm products. An independent …

In a landmark moment for India’s infrastructure, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025, inaugurated the Chenab Rail Bridge, now officially the world’s tallest railway arch bridge. …

South Asia is projected to remain the fastest growing emerging market and developing economy region, but its economic prospects are dimming amidst a broader global slowdown.  Heightened trade tensions and …

The World Bank Group (WBG) on June 11, 2025, officially reopened its Global Business Center in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s global operations. The …

Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL), an international organization hosted by the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), has released two key knowledge reports covering South Asia: Climate Finance for …

In a few days’ time the 51st summit of the Group of Seven will be held in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada that will be the first for Prime Minister Mark Carney. The …

Europe’s foldable smartphone market experienced minimal growth in the first quarter of 2025, with sales increasing by only 4 percent year-on-year, according to Counterpoint Research’s Global Handset Model Sales Tracker. …

Air India has announced the extension of its integrated self-check-in and baggage-drop facilities to passengers flying from India to all destinations operated by the airline in Europe, the United Kingdom, …

India has amended its Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Rules, 2006, to catalyze investment and manufacturing in the high-tech semiconductor and electronic components sectors, the government announced on June 9, 2025. …