Author: News Desk
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, now in his third term, turned 75 on September 17. His years in office have run parallel with one of the strongest phases in India’s stock market history, making this a moment to look back at how markets have compounded during his leadership. From 2014 to 2025: Indices MultiplyWhen Modi took oath on May 26, 2014, the Nifty was around 7,360 and the Sensex near 24,690. Today, the Nifty trades above 25,100 and the Sensex above 82,000, translating to gains of 240% and 235% respectively. Broader Rally Outshines Global PeersWhile headline indices matched the S&P 500’s…
Late Tuesday, US President Donald Trump called Prime Minister Narendra Modi to wish him on his birthday. It wasn’t just a routine courtesy. The conversation, Trump’s second outreach in recent days, suggested that Washington and New Delhi are moving past weeks of strain over trade disputes and India’s oil ties with Russia. Trump, among the first world leaders to extend greetings, described the exchange as “wonderful” in a post on Truth Social. He praised Modi’s leadership and thanked him for supporting efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Modi, replying on X, expressed gratitude for the wishes, reaffirmed India’s backing for…
Gauri Khan reflects on her remarkable journey from styling her own home, Mannat, to building a globally recognized design brand, Gauri Khan Designs. What began as an organic passion project has evolved into a respected name in interior design, celebrated for its thoughtful luxury and the art of storytelling through spaces. Married to superstar Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri candidly shares how entrepreneurship has taught her resilience, patience, and adaptability. She provides a clear message to women entrepreneurs: “Own your journey. Don’t fear reinvention.” Her recent launch of an appointment-only Delhi Experience Centre marks a significant personal and professional milestone. “Delhi evokes nostalgia,” she notes, explaining…
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group, plans to double its annual investments in India to $10 billion by 2030, focusing on urbanisation, green energy, and MSMEs. IFC committed $5.4 billion in FY25, including $3.4 billion mobilised through partnerships, highlighting its ongoing support for India’s resilient private sector. The organisation aims to increase commitments by about $1 billion annually to reach its target. India Remains IFC’s Largest Portfolio Makhtar Diop, IFC’s managing director, described India as the largest investment destination in the IFC portfolio. He noted that a fast-growing economy of India’s size requires greater ambition and commitment. Urbanisation projects include backing…
Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) has received a Letter of Award from National Highways Logistics Management Ltd (NHLML) to construct a ropeway connecting Sonprayag and Kedarnath, with a total investment of ₹4,081 crore. The project will be carried out by AEL’s Roads, Metro, Rail, and Water (RMRW) division under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model as part of the National Ropeways Development Programme – Parvatmala Pariyojana. Project Details Construction is expected to take six years, after which AEL will operate the ropeway for 29 years. Impact The ropeway aims to improve connectivity, enhance safety for pilgrims, and significantly reduce travel time. The project is also expected to boost tourism in Uttarakhand and create local employment opportunities. Statement from Gautam…
Union Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw has highlighted some of India’s most ambitious engineering achievements, sharing images and videos of landmark projects that demonstrate the scale and speed of the country’s infrastructure growth. Chenab Rail Bridge The Chenab Rail Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir is the world’s tallest railway arch bridge, standing 359 meters above the river—35 meters higher than the Eiffel Tower. Built on the USBRL corridor, it enhances connectivity in one of the most challenging terrains of the Himalayas. Pamban Bridge The Pamban Bridge in Ramanathapuram district is India’s first vertical-lift railway sea bridge. Stretching 2.07 kilometers, it links Rameswaram Island with the mainland…
DCX Systems Ltd has entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Tamil Nadu to set up a new manufacturing facility at Hosur. The agreement was signed during the Tamil Nadu Rising Investment Conclave, in the presence of Chief Minister M K Stalin. The upcoming facility will be located in one of India’s Defence Industrial Corridors and aligns with the Tamil Nadu Industrial Policy 2021 and the Aerospace and Defence Industrial Policy 2022. Joint Venture with ELTA Systems The project will be executed through a joint venture company formed between DCX Systems and ELTA Systems Ltd, Israel, along with its group companies. The…
The Supreme Court has taken note of a special investigation team’s findings on Vantara, the zoological rescue and rehabilitation centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat. The SIT, appointed by the court itself, gave the facility a clean chit, stating that compliance and regulatory measures were being followed to the authorities’ satisfaction. SIT Formation and Mandate The four-member SIT, led by a former Supreme Court judge, was set up on August 25. Its task was to conduct a fact-finding inquiry into allegations that Vantara had violated wildlife laws and improperly acquired animals, including elephants, both from within India and abroad. Court Proceedings The…
A Russian oil tanker under sanctions is closing in on India’s Mundra port, run by Adani Group. The ship, named Spartan, is carrying about one million barrels of Urals crude. Tracking data from Bloomberg, Kpler, and Vortexa shows it hovering near an offshore unloading site that supplies HPCL-Mittal Energy Ltd. The Spartan was blacklisted last year by the EU and the UK for allegedly helping Moscow move oil out of Russia. New Ban Kicks In Adani has just barred vessels sanctioned by the US, EU, or UK from docking at Mundra. The order took effect on September 11, but ships already en route…
Tejasvi Manoj, a 17-year-old Indian-American from Frisco, Texas, has been named TIME’s Kid of the Year 2025 for her groundbreaking work on Shield Seniors, a platform designed to safeguard older adults from online scams. The idea took root in early 2024 when cybercriminals targeted her 85-year-old grandfather with a fraudulent money request. Disturbed by how vulnerable seniors were to such schemes, Tejasvi resolved to act. Shield Seniors provides seniors with a supportive and accessible digital toolkit: Currently in private preview, the platform is scaling its AI capabilities while remaining committed to clarity and compassion for the 60+ community. Beyond coding, Tejasvi is…