India: News
India, officially known as the Republic of India is the 7th largest country in the world and the 2nd most populous with a population of 1.2 billion people, and is expected to take over China’s population by 2022. Located in South Asia, India is surrounded by Indian Ocean in the South, Bay of Bengal on the southeast, and the Arabian Sea on the southwest.
India may widen fiscal deficit as US-Iran war strains finances
India is likely to allow a larger budget deficit this year, according to Bloomberg.
Trade ties key to India's $30 trillion goal: Piyush Goyal
Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, has said that India must strengthen its international trade relations to achieve the ambitious goal of becoming a $30 trillion economy by 2047.
These classic Indian desserts refuse to fade away
Indian sweets have always been a part of the country's rich cultural heritage.
Easy guide to attesting educational documents in India
Attesting educational documents in India can be a complex process, but with the right approach, it can be made simpler.
India, Nepal launch UPI-based cross-border remittance system
India and Nepal have launched a new cross-border remittance system, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI)-National Payments Interface (NPI).
Gold prices could fall by 20%: Here we decode why
Citigroup has revised its gold price forecast, cutting the three-month target from $4,300 to $4,000 per ounce.
Starlink's launch in India has not been put on hold
Starlink, Elon Musk's satellite internet service, has responded to reports of its India launch being delayed due to security concerns over the Iran conflict.
Bharat Forge will make semiconductor chips now
Bharat Forge, India's leading forging and engineering company, has made its entry into the billion-dollar semiconductor industry.
Moving to India post-marriage? Here's how to manage your documents
Relocating to India after marriage is a big step, and it comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to managing important documents.
Adani Energy is acquiring smart metering firm IntelliSmart for ₹3,050cr
Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) has announced its plan to acquire IntelliSmart Infrastructure Private Limited for ₹3,050 crore.
DIIs buy ₹4.16L crore worth of equities in 2026
Domestic institutional investors (DIIs) have been on a buying spree in the Indian equity market this year, with their net purchases surpassing ₹4.16 lakh crore in just over five months of 2026.
This road safety tech's rollout has hit roadblock in India
India's ambitious plan to implement vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communications technology has hit a major hurdle.
RBI measures may draw foreign investments worth $50-60B in India
ICICI Securities has projected that India could see an influx of $50-60 billion in foreign investments in the coming months.
At $92B, India is world's 5th-largest military spender
India has emerged as the fifth-largest military spender in the world, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
Sensodyne maker setting up manufacturing plant in India for ₹2,000cr
Haleon, the company behind popular sensitivity toothpaste Sensodyne, has announced its plan to invest £175 million (approximately ₹2,000 crore) in a new manufacturing facility in India, as per Mint.
India seeks inclusion in Bloomberg's global bond index
India is set to reapply for inclusion in major global bond indices, including the Bloomberg Global Aggregate Index.
'Make in Russia for India' model pitched for fertilizer JVs
India's Ambassador to Moscow, Vinay Kumar, has pitched the 'Making in Russia for India' model.
FPIs pull out ₹43,000cr from Indian equities in June
Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have withdrawn nearly ₹43,000 crore from Indian equities in the first week of June.
Chinese companies get 8x more subsidies than Indian counterparts
A recent report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has revealed that Chinese companies received significantly more government support than their Indian counterparts between 2005 and 2024.
Cooking gas in India cheaper than abroad, says Modi government
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has said that Indian households pay much less for cooking gas than those in other countries.
Infra investment firm mulling India-focused fund with ₹5,000cr corpus
I Squared Capital (ISQ), a global infrastructure investment firm, is considering the establishment of an India-focused vehicle with a corpus of ₹4,000-5,000 crore, as per Mint.
India to drive nearly half of global oil demand growth
Igor Sechin, the CEO of Russian oil giant Rosneft, has predicted that India will account for nearly half of the global increase in oil demand over the next decade.
India's GDP growth may slow to 6.5% in FY27
India's economic growth is expected to slow down to around 6.5% in the fiscal year 2027 (FY27), according to research reports from brokerage firms Dolat Capital and ICICI Global Markets.
Who's Sriram Krishnan? Trump's Indian-origin AI adviser leaving White House
Sriram Krishnan, a prominent Indian-American tech executive and venture capitalist, has announced his decision to step down from his role as the Senior White House Policy Advisor on Artificial Intelligence (AI).
India's birth rate is now below replacement level: Elon Musk
India's birth rate has fallen below the replacement level, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said yesterday.
You can soon catch a Scandinavian Airlines flight from India
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has announced its intention to start operations in India.
RBI eases investment norms for foreign investors to boost participation
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a major policy change, removing concentration limits under the General Route for Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs).
RBI pauses rate cuts: What it means for borrowers, savers
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% for the second consecutive policy meeting.
India's data center capacity could exceed 8GW by 2030
India's data center capacity is projected to grow to the higher end of the estimated 5-8GW range by 2030, a new report from international brokerage firm Bernstein has said.
Quick-commerce start-up FirstClub doubles valuation to $255M
FirstClub, a Bengaluru-based start-up, has raised $55 million in a Series B funding round led by Peak XV Partners and Sofina.
This 'next trillion-dollar company' has significant ties to India
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has dubbed Marvell Technology the "next trillion-dollar company," highlighting its pivotal role in powering AI data center infrastructure.
How Producer Price Index will help measure India's inflation
India is set to launch its first-ever Producer Price Index (PPI) to measure inflation.
Mother Dairy will soon sell milk in naturally degradable pouches
Mother Dairy, a leading milk supplier in India, has launched the country's first naturally degradable milk pouch.
India-UK FTA: New Delhi might reconsider Scotch whisky tariff cuts
India has warned that it may reconsider major concessions under the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA), including tariff cuts on Scotch whisky.
India's fiscal deficit in FY26 stands at 4.4% of GDP
India's fiscal deficit for the financial year ending March 31, 2026, stood at 4.4% of its gross domestic product (GDP).
India's industrial output grew by 4.9% this April
India's industrial output grew by 4.9% in April 2026, according to the first reading of the revamped Index of Industrial Production (IIP) series with FY23 as the new base year.
Why domestic air traffic in India is going down
India's domestic aviation sector has seen a decline in passenger traffic, with only 13.8 million travelers in April 2026.
Installing rooftop solar panels will cost you more now
Starting today, India has implemented a major change in its solar sector.
Why commercial vehicle makers in India are diversifying beyond trucks
India's commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturers are diversifying their business portfolios beyond truck sales.
India-Oman trade deal comes into effect today
India's Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with Oman will come into effect today at 2pm IST.
Canada-India trade pact gains momentum at leaders summit
The Western Canada-India Leaders Summit held in Regina, Saskatchewan, has given a major boost to the prospects of a free trade agreement (FTA) between Canada and India.
India-Oman trade pact takes effect tomorrow, granting duty-free export access
India and Oman are set to implement their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) from June 1.
India to get vehicle-to-vehicle communication: How it helps you
To combat the high number of over 1.8 lakh annual road fatalities, India is set to introduce vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication technology.
Why trucking in India is slow despite faster expressways
India's huge investment in highways and expressways has not resulted in a proportionate increase in freight movement speed.
Why Indian automakers are not going all-in on EVs
Despite the growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in India, major automakers are taking a more diversified approach to their product strategies.
EaseMyTrip's Q4 results: Revenue up 8.9% YoY to ₹152cr
Leading travel platform EaseMyTrip has reported an 8.9% year-on-year growth in its revenue from operations for the fourth quarter of FY26.
DigiYatra to expand to 27 more airports by 2027
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has announced that the DigiYatra facility will be expanded to 27 more airports by next year.
Fuel price hike leads to surge in BlaBlaCar users
BlaBlaCar, the world's leading carpooling platform, has seen a massive spike in users amid rising fuel costs.
Finance Ministry warns of inflation risks from rising energy prices
India's economy is showing "cautious resilience" amid global uncertainties, but rising energy prices and a potentially weak monsoon could pose inflation risks.
Urgent need to boost semiconductor manufacturing in India: NITI Aayog
NITI Aayog has called for a major push toward self-reliant semiconductor manufacturing in India.
India becomes 3rd-largest market for Schengen visas
India has emerged as the third-largest market for Schengen visas, with 1.15 million applications in 2025.
Which Schengen countries rejected most visa applications from India (2025)
In 2025, over 181,000 Schengen visa applications from India were rejected, according to data released by the European Commission. This translates to a non-issuance rate of 15.8%.
How to verify marriage certificates in India easily
Verifying marriage certificates in India can be a daunting task, especially if you are not familiar with the procedures involved.
India to add over $2 trillion in wealth by 2030
India is expected to add more than $2 trillion in financial wealth by 2030, a Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Global Wealth Report 2026 has said.
India, Canada launch trade, investment forum to boost economic ties
India and Canada have launched a new trade and investment forum to strengthen their economic partnership.
India's cybersecurity agency warns of AI-powered cyberattacks, urges faster fixes
India's top cybersecurity agency, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), has issued a warning about a new wave of artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted cyber threats.
How to update your marriage certificate after divorce
Updating a marriage certificate after a divorce decree can be an important step in moving forward.
BGMI x Toxic is here: What's in store for gamers?
Krafton India has announced a collaboration between Battlegrounds Mobile India and the upcoming film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups.
Zee Entertainment shares surge after FIFA World Cup broadcast bid
Shares of Zee Entertainment Enterprises surged nearly 12% to ₹92.41 today.
Liquor giant Pernod Ricard facing tax evasion probe in India
India's customs authorities are investigating French liquor giant Pernod Ricard over alleged tax evasion.