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Suzuki Motor Corporation and Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. have announced the creation of the Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence (OSCOE) in India, named in honor of the late Osamu Suzuki, former chairman of Suzuki Motor Corporation. The center will be located in Gujarat and Haryana and aims to support India’s goal of high manufacturing growth. Focus Areas of OSCOE The OSCOE will primarily focus on improving the standards of component manufacturers across tier-1, 2, and 3, aiming to make India’s supply chains globally competitive. It will also work on building infrastructure and developing programs in collaboration with academic institutions and…
India and Saudi Arabia have agreed to jointly establish two new oil refineries in India. The announcement came during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Saudi Arabia. This move supports India’s broader goal of strengthening energy security amid increasing demand for petroleum and petrochemical products. State-run Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) is also planning a greenfield refinery in Andhra Pradesh. Investment Commitments and Economic Cooperation The High-Level Task Force on Investment (HLTF) met during the visit and agreed to deepen investment flows between the two countries. Saudi Arabia reaffirmed its commitment to invest $100 billion in India across multiple…
Following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, India has initiated strong diplomatic measures against Pakistan. These decisions were announced during a high-level Cabinet Committee on Security meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Key Actions Taken Major Impact on Pakistan Indus Waters Treaty: Background The Indus Waters Treaty was signed on September 19, 1960, by Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and Pakistani President Ayub Khan in Karachi. Under the agreement, India granted Pakistan access to 80% of the Indus basin’s water flow. Despite repeated hostilities, including the 1965 and 1971 wars, the 2001 Indian Parliament attack, and…
Prince Al-Waleed bin Khaled bin Talal of Saudi Arabia has been in a coma for nearly 20 years following a car accident in 2005. The accident occurred while he was studying at a military college. Despite two decades passing, he remains unaware of the world around him and is known publicly as the ‘Sleeping Prince.’ Ongoing Life Support in Riyadh Now 36 years old, Prince Al-Waleed continues to be kept alive on life support at King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh. He has been on a ventilator and feeding tube since his accident. In 2019, there were brief reports of…
Watches are no longer just tools for telling time, they are symbols of luxury, status, and intricate craftsmanship. Whether it’s the materials used, the features packed into each timepiece, or the sheer artistry behind their design, luxury watches have become an investment, a statement, and a piece of history. In the world of high-end watches, the price tags can skyrocket, with each model more exclusive and intricate than the last. Let’s take a look at some of the most expensive watches in the world, ranked from the highest to the lowest. 1. Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime 6300G Price: ₹2,57,30,00,000 At…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a two-day official visit to Saudi Arabia, hosted by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman (MBS). This marks Modi’s third visit to the Kingdom, and his first to Jeddah , the last Indian PM to visit the city was Indira Gandhi in 1982. The meeting is expected to focus on strengthening bilateral ties amid global economic uncertainty driven by new US tariffs. Early Life and Education Mohammed bin Salman was born on August 31, 1985, to King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud and Fahda bint Falah bin Sultan. Raised in Riyadh, he was…
Starting May 1, 2025, cash withdrawals from ATMs beyond the set free transaction limits will become more expensive. The Reserve Bank of India has approved a proposal by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to hike ATM transaction charges. With this, the fee for withdrawing cash from another bank’s ATM beyond the free limit will rise from ₹17 to ₹19, while the charge for checking account balance will increase from ₹7 to ₹9. Free Transaction Limits Unchanged Customers in metro cities will continue to get five free transactions per month at other banks’ ATMs, and those in non-metro cities…
The Primary School, a private, tuition-free school co-founded by Priscilla Chan, wife of Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg, will close after the 2025-2026 school year. In a statement, the school announced that the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) will invest $50 million over the next few years to continue supporting communities in East Palo Alto, Belle Haven, and the East Bay near San Francisco. Transition Support for FamiliesThe school expressed that the decision was tough but emphasized its commitment to helping students and families transition smoothly in the coming year. A spokesperson declined to provide further comments. School’s Mission and BackgroundFounded in 2016…
During the second India-Saudi Strategic Partnership Council meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed strong condemnation of the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam. He also offered Saudi Arabia’s assistance to India in the aftermath of the attack. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in response, cut short his visit to Jeddah, acknowledging the Crown Prince’s solidarity. Strengthening Bilateral Ties Despite the tragedy, the two leaders moved forward in enhancing bilateral relations, signing four agreements covering key areas such as space, health, anti-doping in sports, and postal services. The meeting also resulted in the establishment of two new…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman co-chaired the second meeting of the India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council (SPC) in Jeddah on April 22, 2025. They reviewed progress under the council’s framework since their previous meeting in September 2023 and discussed steps to further deepen the strategic partnership. Enhanced Collaboration Across Key SectorsThe leaders focused on cooperation in defence, trade, investment, energy, and people-to-people ties. The SPC has been expanded to include two new Ministerial Committees—one for Defence Cooperation and another for Tourism and Culture Cooperation. New Agreements SignedFour new bilateral agreements were signed during…