Beyond the Eye of the Storm: Ditwah’s Trail of Destruction and Unity
A strong tropical cyclone that developed in the southwest Bay of Bengal this week quickly became a devastating, far-reaching disaster, initially causing massive floods and landslides in Sri Lanka, then weakening into a deep depression as it moved towards the east coast of India. The storm exposed weak defences in coastal and highland settlements, destroyed…
The Role of Frugal Innovation in Scaling Made-in-India Tech
Frugal innovation, a uniquely Indian approach to developing high-quality solutions with limited resources, driven by necessity, empathy, and ingenuity, has sparked significant change. India has long been seen as a “cost-sensitive market.” Yet, this view has shifted from a limitation to a strategic advantage. Today, frugal innovation is not just about compromise; it forms a…
India Aims To Cut The Power Sector By 15 Million Tons In 2026.
According to the latest reports from industry sources, India, the second-largest thermal coal importer after China, is now inclined to reduce its power plant imports by 30% in the following year. India’s government is aggressively aiming to reduce coal imports by 15 million tons this year. However, South Asian countries still depend on coal for…
Common AI Automation Mistakes: Best Tips to Avoid Them
The evolution of AI Automation in business is no joke- reducing cost, faster processes, happier employees, and scalable growth. But implementing it is not for everyone, which can lead to AI automation mistakes that turn your automation initiative from a competitive advantage into an expensive headache. These mistakes recur when the necessary steps to prevent…
Donald Trump Levy 126% Tariffs on Indian Solar ImportsÂ
United States President Donald Trump announced plans to impose 126 per cent tariffs on solar imports from India, which could threaten the India-US trade deal. This move suggests that America’s priority is its policy, even at the expense of the India-US trade agreement. The US Commerce Department announced the levied tariff after determining that New…
Bachatt: Making Daily Saving Simple for India’s Self-Employed
Millions of self-employed people, gig workers, and micro-entrepreneurs in India earn their living daily, but conventional financial products may not be enough for serious savings and wealth building. Recognising this gap, Bachatt was founded in 2024 with the bold vision of helping these earners develop easy savings habits similar to their spending habits, starting with…
India-UK CETA Set for April 2026 Implementation, 99% Exports to Go Duty-Free
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) is expected to be implemented by April 2026, according to an Indian government official. The agreement is currently awaiting parliamentary ratification in the United Kingdom, while approval from the Union Cabinet is required in India. Once approved, both CETA and the Double Contributions Convention (DCC) will be…
India-US Trade Pact, Russian Oil and Kremlin Reaction
India’s recently announced trade agreement with the United States has sparked international attention, particularly around its implications for India’s Russian oil imports and broader geopolitical ties. U.S. President Donald Trump said the pact would cut U.S. tariffs on Indian goods to 18% and include conditions under which India would halve or sharply reduce purchases of…
Trump Cuts Tariffs to 18%, Bringing Relief to India
Donald Trump on Monday announced a trade deal with India to reduce tariffs to 18% from 50%, in exchange for halting Russian crude oil purchases and easing trade restrictions. This significant move to ease tariffs has sparked a rally across Asian countries’ markets. Even though the details of the deal are not yet clear, sentiment…
Budget 2026 Sets Ground For India’s Tech & AI JumpsÂ
The Finance Minister launched the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0. This mission aims to strengthen local capabilities in the semiconductor, chemicals, and gases market, which is projected to reach about $400 billion by 2030, according to the India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA) and SEMI India. Lately, capital expenditure and investment in specialised equipment are shifting…
