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India has asked Russia to speed up approvals for Indian marine and pharmaceutical products, along with the clearing of domestic establishments, to help widen bilateral trade. The request came during Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal’s visit to Moscow, where he outlined ways both sides can deepen economic ties and work toward the shared goal of reaching 100 billion dollars in trade by 2030. India Seeks Quicker Approvals for Marine and Pharma Exports During meetings in Moscow, Agrawal pressed for faster listing of Indian units and a systems-based process with Russia’s FSVPS for agricultural items, especially marine goods. He also called for…
As Bihar waits for the 2025 election results, Nitish Kumar’s long tenure has drawn fresh attention to his financial disclosures. His asset record shows a relatively modest profile compared with many long-serving chief ministers. What his latest disclosures show According to the statement uploaded on the Cabinet Secretariat Department website on 31 December 2024, Nitish Kumar’s total assets stand at roughly ₹1.64 crore. Here’s the breakdown: Movable assets• Valued at about ₹16.97 lakh• Includes bank deposits, household items, and other standard financial holdings• Cash in hand: ₹21,052• Bank balances: around ₹60,811 Immovable assets• Estimated at ₹1.48 crore• His only declared property is a single residential flat in…
TiEcon Kerala 2025, one of the biggest conventions for entrepreneurs, will take place this November. The 14th edition of the event, organised by TiE Kerala, will be hosted at The Zuri in Kumarakom. TiEcon Kerala is the flagship event of TiE Kerala. This year, the conference is being designed in a fresh, more vibrant format, which is why the venue has been shifted to The Zuri, said TiE Kerala President Vivek Krishna Govind. He added that the idea is to turn TiEcon into a festive occasion that celebrates entrepreneurship. The theme for 2025 is Celebrating Entrepreneurship. The conference will serve…
The Vande Bharat Sleeper is emerging as one of the most anticipated additions to Indian Railways, and a recent clip from its trial run has pushed excitement even higher. The video shows a simple water test inside the coach, and it has quickly spread across social media. Many viewers are curious about how fast the new train can actually go and what this means for future long distance travel in India. Indian Railways is developing the Vande Bharat Sleeper as a next generation overnight service that aims to offer faster trips, better comfort, and stronger safety features. The train is…
Global logistics company DHL Group has announced a plan to invest one billion euros in India by the year 2030. The company says the money will help strengthen reliable and sustainable logistics services across the country. The investment will support major sectors such as life sciences, healthcare, new energy, ecommerce, and digitalisation. The announcement was made on Thursday, with DHL describing India as a major growth opportunity within its Strategy 2030 Accelerated Sustainable Growth plan. At the press event, DHL Group Chief Executive Tobias Meyer said that global trade is facing challenges, but the company remains confident about India’s potential.…
The United States has signaled that talks on a long awaited trade agreement with India are moving forward. A senior administration official told ANI that recent discussions have seen “a lot of positive developments.” In recent weeks, Washington has softened its earlier confrontational stance over India’s purchases of Russian oil, showing a willingness to engage constructively after months of stalled negotiations. The official explained that discussions with New Delhi are focusing on two main areas: a reciprocal trade agreement and concerns over India’s imports of Russian oil. “We’ve had a lot of positive developments with them recently,” the official said.…
In 2012, global spirits powerhouse Diageo announced its intention to acquire a controlling 53.4% stake in United Spirits Ltd. (USL), then led by industrialist Vijay Mallya, for approximately ₹11,166 crore (a landmark deal in India’s beverages industry). This acquisition instantly gave Diageo control over India’s largest branded spirits company, unlocking a vast distribution network, local production capabilities, and deep market access in one of the world’s most promising liquor markets. The move arrived at a time when India’s premium spirits segment, though still a fraction of overall volumes, was growing vigorously driven by rising incomes, urbanisation, and shifting consumer tastes.…
Lalit Keshre’s journey from a quiet village in Madhya Pradesh to the global startup stage is a story of courage, education, and vision. Born in Lepa village, Keshre’s early life was marked by limited opportunities, but his thirst for knowledge and determination led him to an English-medium school and eventually to the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay. After graduating, he joined Flipkart, one of India’s most prominent tech companies, where he gained firsthand experience in product building, technology, and scaling consumer businesses. In 2016, driven by a vision to make investing simple and accessible, Keshre co-founded Groww along with Harsh Jain, Neeraj…
Reliance Consumer Products Limited, the FMCG division of Reliance Industries, has joined hands with Ajith Kumar Racing, one of India’s rising motorsport teams. Under this partnership, Campa Energy, RCPL’s flagship energy drink, will be the team’s Official Energy Partner. RCPL said the collaboration aligns with its goal of supporting Made-in-India brands and promoting Indian talent globally. The company added that the partnership embodies shared values of determination, endurance, and high performance. Campa Energy, reflecting the spirit of India’s youth, aims to fuel the team’s drive for excellence on the global racing stage. Founded by actor and racer Ajith Kumar, the…
The Suwaidi Park in Riyadh turned into a lively hub of color, music, and connection during India Week, held from November 2 to 10 as part of Saudi Arabia’s Global Harmony initiative. The event, organized by the Ministry of Media, celebrated the deep cultural ties between Saudi Arabia and its expatriate communities, especially Indians who make up one of the largest foreign groups in the kingdom. For years, Indians in Saudi Arabia were seen as temporary workers riding the oil boom, people who came to earn, save, and return home. That view is changing. Today they are recognized as key…