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Track India’s political landscape, economic growth, business sector, policy changes, and social developments. From government reforms and startup culture to financial markets, infrastructure, and national security, this section covers everything impacting India’s progress, industries, and its role on the global stage.
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Bomb Threat Diverts Delhi Bound American Airlines Flight to Rome
An American Airlines flight en route from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport to New Delhi was diverted to Rome on Sunday due to a potential security threat, which was later deemed non-credible. Flight 292, a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner carrying approximately 200 passengers, landed safely at Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci International Airport around 11:15…
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Uber goes Cash Only in India for Autorickshaw Rides
Uber has announced a major shift in its operations in India, transitioning to a cash-only model for its auto-rickshaw services. The move comes as the ride-hailing giant faces increasing competition, service disruptions, and driver and user’s dissatisfaction across the country. Effective February 18, 2025, Uber’s new model replaces the traditional commission-based system with a subscription-based…
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India’s Mahindra Group Partners with US New Age AI Defense Start Up Anduril
In a landmark development and India’s deepening focus on indigenous defense manufacturing, the Mahindra Group has partnered with the U.S.-based Anduril Industries to co-develop and manufacture advanced autonomous systems. The collaboration, announced at the Aero India 2025 airshow, is expected to bolster India’s military capabilities, particularly in the realms of drone warfare, autonomous maritime systems,…
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India is in a Fighter Jet Dilemma: The F-35, the Su-57, and the Future of the IAF
At the recent Aero India 2025 airshow in Bengaluru, the unlikely convergence of the Russian Su-57 Felon and the American F-35 Lightning II underscored India’s unique geopolitical position. As one of the world’s fastest-growing military powers, India now finds itself at a crossroads, caught between two competing global defense giants. The United States, seeking to…
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India Prepares for the Maha Kumbh Mela, the World’s Largest Religious Gathering
The city of Prayagraj is transforming into a sprawling tent city as it prepares to host the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, the world’s largest religious gathering, set to begin on January 13, 2025. Over the course of 44 days, an estimated 400 million pilgrims, ascetics, and tourists will arrive at the sacred confluence of the…
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