WORLD
'Guam Killer' missile to AI drones: Full list of powerful Chinese weapons showcased at mega military parade
Xi Jinping, who had invited key partners such as Russia and North Korea, sent a message to the world that the New World Order will have China at its helm.
WORLD
China flaunts nuclear missiles 200-times more powerful than atomic bombs dropped on Japan: Key details
The missile uses a guided precision system that combines homegrown starlight guidance system technologies with an inertial guidance system.
BUSINESS
SBI Research sees states as 'net gainers' from GST 2.0 despite revenue loss anxiety
The SBI Research data shows that for every Rs 100 GST collected, 'states ultimately accrue nearly Rs 70.5 i.e., approximately 70% of total GST revenues.'
BUSINESS
GST Diwali Dhamaka: 2-slab tax model, rate tweaks on agenda at Sept 3-4 meeting
The meeting comes two weeks after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the big GST bonanza in his Independence Day speech from the iconic Red Fort
WORLD
Higher tariffs, Ukraine deal, resignation? Speculations run wild ahead of Donald Trump's 'announcement' from Oval Office tonight
Since the photos of bruises and makeup on Trump’s hands went viral, there has been speculation about his health
WORLD
Donald Trump sacrificed India ties for family deal in Pakistan, says former NSA Jake Sullivan
Sullivan also said that what the US has done to India has also impacted how countries like Japan and Germany view Washington.
BUSINESS
What are sin goods? List of items to face 40% tax under GST 2.0
These items already face steep duties through a mix of GST and compensation cess.
WORLD
Can security guarantees end Russia-Ukraine war? Know all about the breakthrough that ended gridlock in Washington
While Zelensky seemed to have agreed to Trump’s criticism and donned what the internet called a ‘half suit’ minus a tie, the bigger question remains – will he yield to Putin’s demand and cede the key region of Donbas?
INDIA
Vice-President vs Presidential elections in India: Key differences explained – All you need to know
Talking to reporters in New Delhi on Monday, BJP President and Union Minister JP Nadda said that the party hopes that the next V-P is elected ‘unanimously.’
INDIA
Kishtwar cloudburst brings back memories of Kedarnath's Himalayan tsunami that killed 5,000
The valley, located at a height of 3,500 metres, is home to the Kedarnath temple, one of the holiest temples revered by Hindus for several millennia.
WORLD
H-1B Visa Shake-Up: Trouble for Indian professionals? White House shift from lottery to wage-based picks may shut out entry-level executives
H-1B Visa News: This is the relaunch of the 2021 regulation, which was withdrawn by the Joe Biden administration after much outcry.
INDIA
Amid suspense over the 8th Pay Commission, Finance Ministry shares key details on Covid-era DA/DR freeze
8th Pay Commission Updates: The decision to freeze the DA/DR from January 2020 to June 2021 was taken in wake of the pandemic slump.
INDIA
India vs Pakistan: Who has most powerful nuclear arsenal? In Agni V vs Shaheen III, the clear winner is…
While the Indian armed forces used BrahMos and Akash missiles during the Operation Sindoor strikes, it should be noted that the Agni series of missiles are the backbone of India’s nuclear capability.
INDIA
China set to build Xinjiang–Tibet rail line cutting through Aksai Chin near LAC: Why it matters for India
The planned line will link the existing Lhasa–Shigatse section to a new Hotan–Shigatse route, creating a roughly 2,000 km (1,240-mile) strategic corridor between China’s northwest and southwest
BUSINESS
Tariff turmoil deepens: 'US will also suffer,' says SBI Report, urges Centre to 'keep pride intact'
The report warned that the new tariff regime will translate into a possible levy of around 50% on pharma exports that will impact earnings of pharma players by 5%-10% in FY26
INDIA
8th Pay Commission: As Centre breaks silence on terms of reference, Kotak Equities predicts rollout timeline - Check full details
8th Pay Commission Updates: If one looks at the past records, it has taken somewhere around 1.5 years for a pay commission to be implemented from the date of announcement.
INDIA
From 'India Out' to Muizzu's protocol break for Modi: India-Maldives ties take a turn as China watches closely
Maldives will try to ‘welcome’ Indians again. As per the 2023 data, over 2 lakh Indians visited Maldives.
BUSINESS
Scotch lovers, take note: Your favourite brands are set to get cheaper under India-UK FTA
Under the terms of the trade pact, announced on May 6, India will reduce duties on UK gin and whisky from 150 per cent to 75 per cent, and subsequently to 40 per cent by the tenth year.
INDIA
What is 'The Resistance Front'? Lashkar's shadow group behind deadly Pahalgam attack now US-designated terrorist group
Born on October 10, 1974, in Srinagar, Sheikh Sajjad was designated a terrorist by India in 2022. Investigations into the workings of TRF reveal that the group shares funding channels with Lashkar-e-Taiba.
INDIA
From Rolex and Chopard to Bhagavad Gita: Inside MEA's vault of diplomatic soft power
PM Modi has received Rolex luxury watches, a set of perfume, a set of abayas, and two pieces of unstitched cloth worth Rs 2 lakh, a glass statue of Lord Ganesh worth Rs 1 lakh, and a painting worth Rs 2 lakh, among others.
LIFESTYLE
Labubu's spectacular success powers Pop Mart, Chinese firm expects profit to zoom over 350%
At present, Pop Mart’s market capilatisation exceeds $39 billion.
WORLD
Trump's rare earth push away from China, has a Chinese hand
While MP Materials has stopped sending rare earths to China since April, the company maintains that it will retain a ‘free market’ stance.
WORLD
America's rare earth renaissance: Can Pentagon's ambitious move shake China's dominance?
Apart from the US government, JP Morgan Chase and Goldman Sachs have also committed a $1 billion investment.
INDIA
India's next big shot: Homegrown mobile artillery heads for trial post-Sindoor triumph
The project was sanctioned in 2012, with the Armament Research and Development Establishment (ARDE) of the DRDO designated as the nodal agency.
