Indian Govt Prioritizes MSMEs Interests In FTA Negotiations, Says S Jaishankar

05 Dec 2024

The Indian government has taken a cautious approach to Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), prioritizing the protection of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and farmers, according to External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. Explaining this measured stance, he stated, "Modi govt has been very cautious on FTA for two reasons. Number...

India’s Defence Sector Poised for Substantial Growth: JP Morgan

27 Nov 2024

According to a report by global investment banking firm JP Morgan, India's defence sector is set for significant and sustained growth, driven by increasing capital expenditure. The sector's growth is underpinned by factors such as rapidly expanding defence exports, a strong emphasis on domestic manufacturing, high returns on capital employed...

Indian Govt Initiates Crackdown On ‘Lord Of Drugs’ Haji Salim

17 Nov 2024

In a major crackdown, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) of India has initiated 'Operation Sagar Manthan,' targeting the large-scale drug cartel activities of notorious smuggler Haji Salim, also known as the "Lord of Drugs." The operation, launched under the directives of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, aims to dismantle Salim's...

Indian Govt Releases USD 2.5 Million To UNRWA For Palestine Refugees

15 Jul 2024

The Indian Government has disbursed the initial installment of USD 2.5 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). This payment is part of India's annual contribution of USD 5 million for the fiscal year 2024-25. The Government of India...