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Amid tariff trade, US official seeks deeper energy ties with India
The Times of India
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Despite impending US tariffs on Indian exports due to Russian oil purchases, a US embassy official affirmed Washington's commitment to expanding energy ties with India. The US aims to be a key partner in oil, gas, and nuclear power, supporting...
AI will open over $500 billion in tech services opportunities in India: Report
The Assam Tribune
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August 26, 2025
Bengaluru, Aug 26: Artificial Intelligence will play a decisive role in shaping the future of India’s technology services industry as AI -- particularly the rise of Agentic AI --will unlock $300–500 billion in new opportunities and mark the...
Hockey Asia Cup 2025: India Captain Harmanpreet Singh Confident of Team's Strong Showing
Asianet Newsable
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August 26, 2025
Indian hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh is optimistic about the Asia Cup. With World Cup qualification at stake, India aims to perform strongly despite a recent setback in Australia, while Pakistan’s absence adds complexity to the tournament....
‘Mirai’ set for pan- India release; trailer to be out this week
The Hans India
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August 26, 2025
Young hero Teja Sajja, who has already carved a niche with his superhero appeal, is set to enthrall audiences as a “super warrior” in his highly anticipated pan-India visual spectacle Mirai. Directed by Karthik Ghattamneni, the film is being...
Reliance on China for lithium holding back India’s EV battery push: Maruti Suzuki Chairman
The Economic Times
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August 26, 2025
The risk associated with sourcing of lithium due to over dependence on China as the single source is one of the reasons for investors not investing in battery cells manufacturing in India in a major way, Maruti Suzuki India Chairman RC Bhargava...
INS Udaygiri, INS Himgiri Commissioned: All You Need to Know About India's Game-Changing Stealth Frigates
Times Now
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August 26, 2025
In this handout image released on Aug. 26, 2025, stealth frigate INS Himgiri during its commissioning ceremony, in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Indian Navy on Tuesday commissioned two multi-mission stealth frigates, INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri....
Iris Aerial Innovations : Pioneering India's Drone-Enabled AI & Geospatial Engineering...
Silicon India
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and Visakhapatnam, and the tropical forests of West Bengal and the Seven Sisters. Utilizing drones, LiDAR, and orthophotography, the company has revolutionized topographic surveys and remote visualization for large-scale infrastructure...
Stellaris leads funding in Peeko and India deals worth $236m
Deal Street Asia
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Bengaluru-headquartered Peeko, a babycare-focused quick commerce platform, has raised $3.2 million in its seed funding round led by Stellaris Venture Partners. The round also saw participation from angel investors including Maninder Gulati (former...
Union Minister Harsh Malhotra lays foundation for flyovers, FOBs on Delhi-Jaipur Highway, enhancing safety and connectivity
The Hindu
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August 26, 2025
Union Minister of State for Road, Transport and Highways and Corporate Affairs Harsh Malhotra. File | Photo Credit: PTI Union Minister of State for Road, Transport and Highways and Corporate Affairs Harsh Malhotra on Tuesday (August 26, 2025) laid...
Modi at SCO: The Significance of China in India’s Foreign Policy
South Asian Voices
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August 26, 2025
With Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi preparing to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin at the end of August and expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, the global stage is increasingly defined by...
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Sergio Gor in Delhi: Testing time for Bharat amid Trumpian pressure
Firstpost
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August 26, 2025
The appointment of Sergio Gor, a close confidante of US President Donald Trump, as the new American ambassador to Bharat marks the beginning of what could become one of the most consequential phases in Indo-American relations in decades. Trump’s...
9 Best Practices for Global Logistics Management
Inbound Logistics - Maryland
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August 26, 2025
In a climate of uncertainty and disruption, companies that prioritize visibility, sophisticated tech, empowered teams, and trusted collaboration are building more resilient, responsive global supply chains. Uncertainty continues to dominate global...
CredRight Secures $10 Mn to Empower India’s Smallest Entrepreneurs
Techstory
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August 26, 2025
Hyderabad-based Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) CredRight has raised $10 million in Series B funding, reaffirming its mission to bridge one of the most pressing gaps in India’s economy—the lack of credit for micro-entrepreneurs. The funding...
Inter-ministerial meeting discusses ways to boost steel production, exports
The Economic Times
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August 26, 2025
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said an inter-ministerial meeting was held to discuss ways to boost iron ore and steel production and exports, as well as optimise capacity utilisation. The meeting on Reforms to Boost...
Phone Calls Ignored: Did PM Modi Snub Trump As India-US Tariff War Heats Up?
Zee News
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A report in a German newspaper claimed that US President Donald Trump called Prime Minister Narendra Modi at least four times in the past few weeks; however, the PM did not speak with him. This comes as America is imposing 50% tariffs on Indian...
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Launches ‘Adopt Swadeshi, Urges Citizens To Support Local Products For A Self-Reliant India
News24
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August 26, 2025
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami today led the public awareness campaign ‘Adopt Swadeshi, Take the Nation Forward’ at Paltan Bazaar, Dehradun. On this occasion, he motivated local traders, voluntary organizations, and citizens to...
SOCAR Turkey executive appointed new CEO of Nayara Energy
The Economic Times
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August 26, 2025
Russian oil giant Rosneft-backed Nayara Energy has appointed Teymur Abasguliyev as the new CEO of the company, replacing a European national who had to resign following EU sanctions on the company. The appointment of Abasguliyev, an Azerbaijan...
IIM Raipur concludes Leadership Summit 2025; features industry leaders
Edex Live
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The Indian Institute of Management, Raipur (IIM Raipur) recently wrapped up its flagship event, the Leadership Summit 2025. The conclave was attended by a prominent group of Chief Experience Officers (CXOs), policymakers, entrepreneurs, and...
Goa To Host Chess World Cup 2025 As Top Event Returns To India After 23 Years
Zee News
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The FIDE World Cup has finally found its host city, with the global governing body of chess announcing on Tuesday that Goa will stage the prestigious tournament from October 30 to November 27. The marquee event, however, is set to miss the...
Pradhan urges IIT-Patna students to make India self-reliant through innovation
Hindustan Times
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August 26, 2025
Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday asked graduates from IIT-Patna to think beyond self to contribute meaningfully to the nation’s progress through innovation and critical thinking, as the world moves towards a new order....