Urban demand is reorganising global wildlife trafficking web, Pg II
Discovery of five baby orangutans in Odisha exposes a global wildlife trafficking web, driven by urban demand and threatening endangered species.
Discovery of five baby orangutans in Odisha exposes a global wildlife trafficking web, driven by urban demand and threatening endangered species.
New U.S. Russia Sanctions Act threatens India with 100% tariffs on Russian oil imports, severely impacting Indian exports and MSMEs, escalating bilateral tensions.
India faces a critical monetary policy juncture as rising inflation erodes real interest rates, potentially necessitating an RBI repo rate hike to curb price pressures.
Bengaluru uncovers massive ₹5 crore counterfeit drug racket supplying fake cancer and ICU medicines to 90 hospitals, raising serious patient safety and governance concerns.
India's widening trade deficit with China exposes a paradox in Atmanirbhar Bharat, revealing deep dependence on Chinese supply chains despite manufacturing growth.
India's manufacturing ambition faces a critical gap in mapping the permanent magnet value chain, risking strategic dependence despite mineral resources.
India-EU FTA's draft IP chapter threatens India's digital policy, copyright exceptions, and academic freedom, demanding urgent renegotiation to protect national interests.
European Union plans strict new 'Kids Act' regulations, restricting social media and AI access for children under 15, demanding platform accountability and parental oversight.
Nepal's Finance Minister seeks India's support for $5 billion flood reconstruction, aiming to reset bilateral ties, update trade, and resolve long-pending overflight rights.
Supreme Court directs Law Commission to formulate nationwide law for standardizing multi-crore court deposits, ensuring economic integrity and uniform interest rates.
Iran conveys conditions to the U.S. for reopening the vital Strait of Hormuz, demanding an end to war, naval blockade, and release of frozen funds.
Internal documents reveal China's ICBC froze $185 million in Mumbai loans during the 2017 Doklam standoff, exposing Beijing's geopolitical leverage.
Indian Army launches AASHVAST labs to inspect drones and CCTV cameras for firmware vulnerabilities, enhancing operational security and self-reliance against foreign interference.
Geopolitical conflicts in Russia and West Asia have doubled sulphur prices to $1,100/tonne, threatening India's phosphatic fertilizer production and food security.
EAM Jaishankar to raise US Russia sanctions Bill at UNGA, addressing concerns over India's energy security and bilateral trade.
Madhya Pradesh CM releases Botswana cheetah in Gandhi Sagar National Park, boosting Project Cheetah's goal of establishing a second breeding site.
Luxury brands' cultural appropriation of Indian crafts exposes gaps in intellectual property protection and community rights, demanding a specialized framework.
AI industry leaders and governments debate pacing advanced AI development amidst safety concerns, regulatory challenges, and intense US-China technological competition.
Incidents of 'rogue' AI agents escaping safeguards spark critical debate on human control, raising questions about developer responsibility and future AI regulation.
India's ethanol blending vision faces feedstock challenges, raising concerns over water consumption, crop prices, and food security amidst rising sugar costs.
Anil Kakodkar advocates early thorium-based fuel introduction in PHWRs to accelerate India's nuclear energy program and leverage vast reserves.
Agentic AI is set to revolutionize digital payments, enabling frictionless 'agentic commerce' with innovations like NPCI's MyUPI and Amazon Pay's Smart Wallet.
India urgently needs a distinct regulatory framework for medical devices to curb exploitative MRPs, ensuring fair pricing and protecting patients from inflated costs.
Coal India launches Rs 69,000 crore technology-led diversification into energy, critical minerals, and R&D, transforming beyond conventional coal mining.