India is shining but needs to go beyond IT to become global power
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India is shining but needs to go beyond IT to become global power

Firstpost  

In order to compete and excel China as an economic and military power, India needs to add hard muscle power to its digital power. Recent statistics showing India’s services exports surpassing its merchandise exports are not just numbers but a testament to the country’s growing strategic importance in the global tech services value chain. The presence of these centres underscores India’s role as a crucial hub for global business services, where talent meets opportunity. India Needs More Than IT While India’s services sector has shown impressive growth, the country faces significant challenges in becoming a true economic superpower without a robust manufacturing base. While India excels in IT and business services exports, diversifying into labour-intensive manufacturing sectors like high-end textiles, apparel, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, engineering goods, and electronics could significantly boost export earnings.

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The week in charts: GDP estimate, Nadella’s plan, ₹100 crore homes
4 days, 13 hours ago

The week in charts: GDP estimate, Nadella’s plan, ₹100 crore homes

Live Mint  

The first advance estimates released on Tuesday forecast India's growth at 6.4%, the slowest in four years. Services dominance India’s services exports surpassed goods exports, reaching $35.7 billion—about $3 billion more than goods--in November 2024, preliminary data showed. India’s share in global services exports has steadily grown, reaching 4.2% by 2023, while its share in goods exports has remained flat …

How India’s services sector made history as goods exports floundered
1 week, 3 days ago

How India’s services sector made history as goods exports floundered

Live Mint  

Preliminary data indicates that India’s services exports exceeded its goods exports for November 2024. At the global level, while India’s goods exports have been one of missed opportunities, services exports have an undertone of opportunity taken, driven by IT and software services. India’s share in global services exports has consistently exceeded its share in global goods exports since at least …

India's manufacturing activity grew at its weakest pace in 2024
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India's manufacturing activity grew at its weakest pace in 2024

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Despite easing cost pressures and strong job growth, India's manufacturing activity grew at its weakest pace for the year 2024, falling to a 12-month low in December this year as new business orders and production expanded at softer rates. “The ongoing improvements in new work intakes prompted manufacturing companies in India to purchase additional inputs for use in …

India’s manufacturing growth at 12-month low in December
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India’s manufacturing growth at 12-month low in December

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India’s manufacturing growth slowed to a 12-month low in December amid a softer increase in factory orders and production, a private survey said. The HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index, compiled by S&P Global, was recorded at 56.4 in December, down from 56.5 in November. According to the survey, at 56.4 in December, the seasonally adjusted HSBC India …

India’s factory output at 12-month low, December second month of declining activity in a row
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1 week, 6 days ago

India’s factory output at 12-month low, December second month of declining activity in a row

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India’s Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index fell to 56.4, down from 56.5 in November. Source: Reuters India’s manufacturing activity logged its weakest growth of 2024 in December with the Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index, or PMI, declining to a 12-month low of 56.4, down from 56.5 in November. The HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index averaged over 57.5 in 2024, compared with …

India’s manufacturing sector showed robust job creation, December PMI at 56.4
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India’s manufacturing sector showed robust job creation, December PMI at 56.4

Live Mint  

New Delhi, January 2 : India's manufacturing sector showcased continued resilience in December 2024, with employment rising for the tenth consecutive month and reaching its fastest pace of job creation in four months, according to HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index. India's manufacturing sector ended 2024 on a softer note as the PMI for December fell to 56.4, marking the …

India’s $500 billion electronics goal: A dream too far?
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India’s $500 billion electronics goal: A dream too far?

Live Mint  

India's cooling consumer electronics market has put a question mark on its lofty aim to achieve annual revenue of $500 billion from electronics manufacturing. India's domestic electronics industry may clock a total revenue of just $145 billion this year, the consensus estimate of three market researchers showed. To reach the promised land of a $500-billion domestic electronics economy, India will …

Can India become the world’s third superpower? It faces huge challenges in 2025
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Can India become the world’s third superpower? It faces huge challenges in 2025

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Yet in a test to Modi’s ambitious plans, India’s …

India’s Services Exports Hit Historic High In Oct, Find Out Why
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India’s Services Exports Hit Historic High In Oct, Find Out Why

ABP News  

India’s services exports reached a historic high of $34.31 billion in October, a commerce ministry official revealed. The official further noted that India has made a name for itself as a global leader in digitally delivered services exports, backed by its strong IT sector and skilled workforce, reported PTI. In the last two decades, India grew from $30 billion in …

Indian economy to grow at 6.5-6.8 pc in FY25 on higher domestic consumption: Deloitte
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Indian economy to grow at 6.5-6.8 pc in FY25 on higher domestic consumption: Deloitte

Live Mint  

New Delhi, Dec 29 Indian economy is likely to grow at 6.5-6.8 per cent this fiscal and slightly higher between 6.7-7.3 per cent in FY2026, boosted by domestic consumption, Deloitte said on Sunday. Deloitte India Economist Rumki Majumdar said the growth in the first half of the fiscal year 2025 turned out to be slower than estimated as election uncertainties …

India’s trade braces for an action-packed 2025
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India’s trade braces for an action-packed 2025

Live Mint  

India’s external trade, navigating a phase of uncertainty owing to the European Union's new carbon tax on imports and slowing consumption in Europe, is set face further pressure. Yet, according to Pralok Gupta, associate professor, Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, which operates under the ministry of commerce and industry, “If US imposes high tariffs on China, India may face collateral …

Ajit Ranade: India needs more sectors to be reliable dollar earners
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Ajit Ranade: India needs more sectors to be reliable dollar earners

Live Mint  

India presently has more than a quarter trillion dollars of essential imports. Domestic production capacity for all these is unlikely to become ‘ atma nirbhar ’ in the near future, even as demand will grow as India chugs at a 7% or 8% growth rate. In a report, Ajay Srivastava, founder of Global Trade Research Initiative, analysed the structural changes …

What India-US trade could look like after Trump takes office
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What India-US trade could look like after Trump takes office

Live Mint  

By Manoj Kumar NEW DELHI, Dec 19 - India is preparing for possible trade talks with the United States, aiming for increased investments from U.S. companies and higher exports once President-elect Donald Trump takes office. Here are key commercial issues between the two countries: TRUMP POLICY ON CHINA India seeks to leverage Trump's policy by capitalising on U.S. trade tension …

Indian manufacturing must adapt to constant flux in a dynamic world
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Indian manufacturing must adapt to constant flux in a dynamic world

Live Mint  

The global economic landscape is becoming increasingly interlinked and dynamic. Despite multiple shifts, 2023 saw global merchandise exports worth over $24 trillion, an increase of 6% over 2019, demonstrating resilience in the face of disruptions. Focused reforms since then, including the production-linked incentive schemes and ‘Make in India’ initiative, combined with infrastructure development programmes, trade agreements and stronger participation in …

Services led exports are a mixed blessing for the Indian economy
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Services led exports are a mixed blessing for the Indian economy

Live Mint  

If every cloud has a silver lining, the glow around India’s data that shows November’s trade deficit at a record high of $37.9 billion is the remarkable performance of service exports. In a scenario where US President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to slap “reciprocal" tariffs on India, this strong showing of service exports and declining reliance on the export of …

DC Edit | Time to focus on service sector
4 weeks ago

DC Edit | Time to focus on service sector

Deccan Chronicle  

India’s service exports outstripped merchandise exports for the first time ever in November 2024, according to the commerce ministry’s trade data. After sustained growth beginning from February 2024, service exports stood at $37.6 billion and merchandise exports at $32.1 billion in November 2024. While India is known to export more services than it buys from other countries, the value of …

India’s imports rises to 27%, touches to record high of almost $70 billion
4 weeks, 2 days ago

India’s imports rises to 27%, touches to record high of almost $70 billion

The Hindu  

India’s merchandise exports fell 4.83% to $32.11 billion in November while the import bill jumped 27% to a record high of almost $70 billion, as per data released by the Commerce Ministry. This is the third time in four months that India’s import bill has hit a record high, but November’s tally surpasses the last two occasions by a wide …

US Sutra | India’s quest for great power status: What is needed?
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US Sutra | India’s quest for great power status: What is needed?

Firstpost  

As the US steps back from its role as a global policeman, the vacuum in international security governance is palpable. This shift heralds an era where regional powers might take on more significant roles in maintaining peace within their spheres of influence India would need to bolster its military capabilities, possibly increasing its defence budget, enhancing its naval presence in …

India will benefit from cooperation not by turning away from its neighbor: China Daily editorial
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India will benefit from cooperation not by turning away from its neighbor: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

In his meeting with President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit held in Kazan, Russia, on Oct 23, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi noted that maintaining the steady growth of India-China relations was critical for the two countries and peoples. Against a complex international landscape, cooperation between India and China, two engines of economic growth, could help …

Mark Mobius expects smooth FII inflows despite cautious optimism on global, Indian economic trends
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Mark Mobius expects smooth FII inflows despite cautious optimism on global, Indian economic trends

Live Mint  

Foreign fund inflows into Indian financial markets are expected to remain robust, supported by the nation’s adept management of inflation without hindering economic growth, stated Mark Mobius, Chairman of the Mobius Emerging Opportunities Fund, during an investor webinar organized by PL Capital Group – Prabhudas Lilladher. Mobius highlighted that India continues to be a focal point for global investors while …

The great unknown: how a Trump presidency could affect the world, in five charts
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The great unknown: how a Trump presidency could affect the world, in five charts

Live Mint  

US President Harry S. Truman once famously asked for a “one-handed economist" because he was tired of economists who, instead of giving decisive answers, would say, “On the one hand, this, and on the other hand, that." A plan to impose across-the-board tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China reinforced the view that tariffs would increase prices and keep US interest …

India ranks 3rd globally with 185 billionaires in 2024, wealth up 42%: Report
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India ranks 3rd globally with 185 billionaires in 2024, wealth up 42%: Report

Live Mint  

India has emerged as the third-largest hub for billionaires globally, boasting 185 individuals in 2024, according to UBS’ latest Billionaire Ambitions Report. Billionaire Wealth Surges in India The collective net worth of India’s billionaires soared by 42.1% over the past year to $905.6 billion, reflecting the country’s strong economic momentum. Meanwhile, China experienced a decline, losing 93 billionaires as its …

Building on the revival of the manufacturing sector
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Building on the revival of the manufacturing sector

The Hindu  

India’s journey to becoming a global manufacturing hub has gained momentum with the government’s strategic policy initiatives, particularly the Production Linked Incentive scheme. The results of the ASI 2022-23 show a healthy double-digit expansion in the growth rate of manufacturing sector output — at 21.5% — despite a high base of 2021-22 which saw a sharp rebound as the economy …

India faces high exposure to US trade policy shift
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India faces high exposure to US trade policy shift

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: India will be one of the key economies that are most exposed to a potential trade policy shift in the US under the new regime. The 2025 trade outlook is clouded by potential US policy shifts, including broader tariffs that could disrupt global value chains and impact key trading partners, said UNCTAD in its global trade update. This 3.3 …

China+1 plan: India’s limited gain
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China+1 plan: India’s limited gain

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Government think tank Niti Aayog has admitted that ‘India has seen limited success so far in capturing the China Plus One strategy. It attributes factors like cheaper labour, simplified tax laws, lower tariffs and pro-activeness in signing free trade agreements have played a key role in helping these countries expand their share of exports. The US has raised …

India achieves limited success in capturing ’China Plus One strategy’ so far: Niti Aayog report
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India achieves limited success in capturing ’China Plus One strategy’ so far: Niti Aayog report

Live Mint  

New Delhi, Dec 4 India has seen limited success so far in capturing the 'China Plus One strategy', while Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, and Malaysia have become bigger beneficiaries, according to a report of government think tank Niti Aayog. "However, India has seen limited success so far in capturing the China Plus One strategy so far," said the report - 'Trade …

India has seen limited success so far in capturing China Plus One strategy: NITI Aayog Report
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India has seen limited success so far in capturing China Plus One strategy: NITI Aayog Report

Live Mint  

New Delhi, December 4 : India has had limited success in capitalizing on the opportunities presented by the China Plus One strategy, according to a report by NITI Aayog. While the global trade landscape in 2024 has been significantly influenced by geopolitical developments, the NITI Aayog report noted that India has faced challenges in emerging as a preferred alternative to …

China's supply cut and global disturbances reduces India’s fertilizer imports
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China's supply cut and global disturbances reduces India’s fertilizer imports

Live Mint  

Chinese supply curbs and global supply chain disruptions have dragged down the production and imports of key fertilizers, casting a cloud over India's crop yields and farmer incomes. “Of the six million tonnes of fertilizers that India imports, China used to supply about two million tonnes. India imported a total of 10.65 million tonnes of phosphatic and potassic fertilizers in …

India’s exports rise, boosting global presence
1 month, 1 week ago

India’s exports rise, boosting global presence

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India is eyeing to be a global economic powerhouse with its remarkable achievements in the export landscape. “India’s export performance in several key product categories has shown notable success, with the country maintaining or improving its rank among the top 10 global suppliers, all with export values exceeding $1 billion in 2023,” the ministry said. “The petroleum sector …

India's GDP growth slows to 5.4% in Q2 2024-25: Govt data
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India's GDP growth slows to 5.4% in Q2 2024-25: Govt data

Hindustan Times  

India's Gross Domestic Product growth slowed down to 5.4% during the second quarter of the financial year 2024-25 due to the falling growth rate in manufacturing, consumption, and mining. India's GDP growth slows to 5.4% in Q2 2024-25, govt data shows In comparison, the GDP growth rate was 8.1% in the second quarter of 2023-24, according to government data released …

India-China trade: An alarming $18 billion discrepancy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India-China trade: An alarming $18 billion discrepancy

Live Mint  

India-China trade data for 2023 reveals a widening discrepancy, with India's reported imports from China falling significantly short of China's export figures, raising concerns over potential anomalies such as under-invoicing, misclassification, and inconsistent reporting practices. In 2023, India's merchandise imports from China stood at $99.59 billion, which was 18.2% lower than the $117.68 billion worth of exports reported by China, …

India unveils $5 billion plan to strengthen domestic electronics component production
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India unveils $5 billion plan to strengthen domestic electronics component production

Live Mint  

India is set to roll out incentives worth up to $5 billion to local electronics firms to manufacture components for devices ranging from smartphones to laptops, according to government officials. However, the industry remains heavily dependent on imported components, particularly from China and Hong Kong, which account for over half of India's $89.8 billion electronics imports in the fiscal year …

Under Trump, India can find a way to become manufacturing powerhouse: Fareed Zakaria
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Under Trump, India can find a way to become manufacturing powerhouse: Fareed Zakaria

India Today  

Veteran journalist and geopolitical expert Fareed Zakaria offered a comprehensive analysis of Donald Trump’s second term as US President, highlighting its global implications, particularly for India. US policy toward India for the last 25 years has been remarkably consistent and upward moving, and so I think what you're likely to see with India is the continuation of that upward moving …

India to contribute 20 pc of global workforce growth between 2023-2050, China share to decline: Report
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India to contribute 20 pc of global workforce growth between 2023-2050, China share to decline: Report

Live Mint  

New Delhi, : India is set to play a pivotal role in global workforce growth, contributing 20 per cent of it between 2023 and 2050, according to a report by Angel One Wealth. It said "By 2030 high-income households are expected to triple, while middle-income households will nearly double making India the fastest-growing nation in terms of per capita income". …

India to contribute 20 pc of global workforce growth between 2023-50, China share to decline: Report
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India to contribute 20 pc of global workforce growth between 2023-50, China share to decline: Report

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: India is set to play a pivotal role in global workforce growth, contributing 20 per cent of it between 2023 and 2050, according to a report by Angel One Wealth. It said, "By 2030 high-income households are expected to triple, while middle-income households will nearly double making India the fastest-growing nation in terms of per capita income". The …

Pharma, electronics and engineering goods among India’s top exports during Apr-Oct
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Pharma, electronics and engineering goods among India’s top exports during Apr-Oct

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India's merchandise exports continued their upward trajectory during April-October, with 21 of the top 30 sectors registering growth in value terms, buoyed by rising global demand for Indian goods. Growth in key sectors like pharmaceuticals, electronics, and engineering goods contributed to the overall gains, while a sharp decline was reported in traditionally strong sectors—petroleum and gems and jewellery—amid …

India’s trade deficit with China soars during April-October despite import curbs
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2 months ago

India’s trade deficit with China soars during April-October despite import curbs

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India’s merchandise trade deficit with China has risen 13% during the first seven months of the current fiscal year, despite government measures aimed at cutting reliance on the Asian manufacturing major and restrictions on import of certain products from the country. India's goods trade deficit with China widened to $57.83 billion during April-October from $51.12 billion a year …

Merchandise exports surge amid focus on key markets, countries
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2 months ago

Merchandise exports surge amid focus on key markets, countries

Hindustan Times  

India’s merchandise exports registered 17.25% growth to $39.20 billion in October over the same month last year, with non-petroleum exports aggregating a record $211.34 billion in the first seven months of current financial year despite global headwinds, commerce secretary Sunil Barthwal said, crediting a concerted policy push and Christmas demand for the growth. India’s services exports in October 2024 is …

India third most improving market in business climate, says IU
2 months ago

India third most improving market in business climate, says IU

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India is the third most improving country when it comes to the business environment, marked by strides in foreign direct investment policy, foreign trade, exchange controls and the tax regime, The Economist Intelligence Unit said in its 2024 rankings. The research and analysis division of the Economist Group said in its latest ranking of countries by their business …

India imports more from China, exports less during Apr-Oct 2024: Govt data
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2 months ago

India imports more from China, exports less during Apr-Oct 2024: Govt data

Firstpost  

During the period, the top 10 import sources of India were China, Russia, the UAE, the US, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Korea, Switzerland and Singapore, the data showed China was India’s top import source with $65.89 billion, a 9.8 per cent year-on-year increase, worth of inbound shipments during the April-October period of this fiscal, according to the commerce ministry data. …

India on track to increase its workforce to 457.62 million by 2028, says a new report by American software company
2 months ago

India on track to increase its workforce to 457.62 million by 2028, says a new report by American software company

Hindustan Times  

India is on track to increase its workforce from 423.73 million in 2023 to 457.62 million by 2028, reflecting a net gain of 33.89 million workers, a report said on Wednesday. According to a report by American software company ServiceNow, emerging technology will transform talent across India's key growth sectors, generating 2.73 million new tech jobs by 2028. "AI will …

India's Renewable Energy Capacity Hits New Milestone: Centre
2 months ago

India's Renewable Energy Capacity Hits New Milestone: Centre

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India has reached a significant milestone in its renewable energy journey, with the country's total renewable energy capacity crossing the 200 GW. India's total renewable energy installed capacity surged by an impressive 24.2 GW in just one year, reaching 203.18 GW in October 2024, up from 178.98 GW in October 2023. India's total electricity generation capacity has reached …

iPhone production likely to double in India due to Donald Trump, adding 200,000 new jobs & $30bn revenue
2 months ago

iPhone production likely to double in India due to Donald Trump, adding 200,000 new jobs & $30bn revenue

Firstpost  

Apple’s production increase hinges on the policies of US President Donald Trump, who has repeatedly expressed his intent to impose steep tariffs, between 60-100 per cent, on goods imported from China If Apple implements these plans, India’s share of global iPhone production could rise to over 26 per cent, a substantial jump from the current 12-14 per cent. The Economic …

Retail inflation hits 14-month high, rises to 6.21 per cent in October
2 months ago

Retail inflation hits 14-month high, rises to 6.21 per cent in October

India TV News  

India’s retail inflation surged to a 14-month high of 6.21% in October, exceeding the Reserve Bank of India’s target range. India’s Index of Industrial Production showed a positive shift, expanding by 3.1% in September compared to a 0.1% contraction in August. According to data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, key sectors such as mining, manufacturing, and electricity …

India-US trade after Trump returns:Much to fret about but scope for optimism too
2 months, 1 week ago

India-US trade after Trump returns:Much to fret about but scope for optimism too

Live Mint  

The much-awaited US election results on Wednesday showed that Donald Trump will be returning to the White House in early 2025. For India, a positive trade balance with the US is important, as it is among the country’s top three trade partners. First, the ‘Make in India’ campaign of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, despite its similarity with ideas like Trump’s …

India's Strategic Labyrinth: Navigating the Grey Zone with China
2 months, 2 weeks ago

India's Strategic Labyrinth: Navigating the Grey Zone with China

Hindustan Times  

Following the recent bilateral between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping at the Brics Summit, there is speculation about the future of India-China ties. While India's economy is catching up to China's, the two countries face significant differences in terms of military strength, economic influence, and strategic interests. India's strategic challenges include Sino-Pak collusion, grey zone threats, and …

India's Mobile Manufacturing Boom: A Global Powerhouse Emerging
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

India's Mobile Manufacturing Boom: A Global Powerhouse Emerging

Firstpost  

India's mobile manufacturing industry is gaining global attention, thanks to the Make in India initiative. Big companies like Samsung and Apple are setting up large factories in the country, making India the world's second-largest exporter of mobile phones. With Samsung's mega factory in Noida and Apple moving some iPhone production to Tamil Nadu, India is becoming a key player in …

The IMF's WEO and the Rise of China: A Cautionary Tale for India
2 months, 3 weeks ago

The IMF's WEO and the Rise of China: A Cautionary Tale for India

Hindustan Times  

The IMF's World Economic Outlook report sheds light on the competitive edge China holds in the electric vehicle (EV) industry. The report highlights the sharp rise in labor productivity in China, which has enabled them to produce EVs at lower costs compared to their European counterparts. This competitiveness could lead to a global disruption in the EV market, which is …

India-China Border Deal: A Long-Overdue Resolution
2 months, 3 weeks ago

India-China Border Deal: A Long-Overdue Resolution

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese Premier Xi Jinping will hold first bilateral talks in five years on Wednesday on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit in Russia. Both countries reached an agreement to resume border patrolling operations along LAC following the disengagement process along the disputed areas.

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