India’s affluent consumer base is projected to grow more than fourfold over the next decade, potentially overtaking China by 2036 as the country adds millions of consumers with higher spending power. According to the latest report by NielsenIQ (NIQ) AND World Data Lab, India is estimated to have around 2.6 crore affluent consumers in 2026.…
The Indian Navy received ‘Mangrol’, the third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft built by Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi. With over 80% indigenous content, the vessel is equipped for underwater surveillance, anti-submarine warfare, mine warfare and low-intensity maritime operations. Its delivery strengthens India’s indigenous shipbuilding capabilities and Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision. Source: PIB Press Release Read More…
India’s foreign exchange reserves jumped $9.905 billion to $716.90 billion in the wee ended August 14, RBI data showed. Reserves had risen $14.1 billion to $707 billion a week earlier, marking the highest level in the current fiscal year. The latest increase came as FCNR(B) scheme inflows started reflecting. Source: THE ECONOMIC TIMES Read More…
China’s top diplomat Wang Yi wrapped up his South Korea trip without giving Seoul what it really wanted: backing for peace talks with the North. Both sides insisted relations were “fully recovered,” but Wang’s real message was blunt—stop leaning on the US, and start acting with genuine strategic autonomy instead. Source: South China Morning Post…
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi held a bilateral meeting in New Delhi on 20 August 2026. The two sides discussed strengthening defence cooperation, enhancing strategic partnerships, and advancing collaboration in areas of mutual interest, reaffirming India and Japan’s commitment to regional peace, stability, and security. Source: PIB Press Release…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged faster reforms and greater ease of living. He expressed confidence that a stable India will contribute to world stability. India has been an oasis of political stability amidst global fluctuations. The government is committed to uplifting the youth, farmers, and the poor. Reforms are shifting from ‘prohibited unless permitted’ to…
India and Japan plan to expand maritime cooperation significantly. Key areas include warship building and mine countermeasures development. A new memorandum will strengthen maritime security cooperation between the navies. Both nations will leverage strengths for joint naval shipbuilding and design projects. This collaboration aims to enhance regional maritime domain awareness and safety. Source: THE ECONOMIC…
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh flagged off NCC’s All India Girls High Altitude Long Trek, ‘Aparajita – Parang La 2026’. The expedition will challenge young women cadets in high-altitude terrain, promoting courage, resilience, leadership and adventure. The initiative reflects NCC’s commitment to empowering youth and strengthening their spirit of service. Source: PIB PRESS RELEASE Read…
Sri Aurobindo’s ‘Five Dreams’ and the Metaphysics of Independence in a Global Age Anushka Verma Abstract: The speech by Sri Aurobindo on the first Independence day in 1947 was not only a political speech, but a metaphysical re‑conception of independence, what independence should actually mean. He made five key aspects of freedom in his…
China quietly pulled back from US Treasuries in June, dropping holdings to $633.4 billion, the lowest since 2008. The move comes as Beijing diversifies reserves amid Iran-related tensions and murky signals from new Fed chair Kevin Warsh, while rising yields stir fresh worries about America’s fiscal health. Source: SOUTH CHINA MORNING POST Read More…