India’s Modi visits Ukraine while ally Russia watches on

India’s Modi visits Ukraine while ally Russia watches on

Russian President Vladimir Putin speaking to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their meeting at Taj Exotic Hotel on October, 15, 2016 in Benaulim, Goa, India. Mikhail Svetlov | Getty Images News | Getty Images Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ukraine on Friday is likely to be closely watched by New Delhi’s long-standing … Read more

Climate Change’s Latest Deadly Killer: Lightning Strikes

Climate Change’s Latest Deadly Killer: Lightning Strikes

For every person who is killed by lightning, roughly another nine are struck and survive, often with life-changing injuries. And with climate change making stormy weather and lightning more common, activists like Daya believe the Indian government is failing to protect its people. “A bare minimum would be to at least spread information about all … Read more

Here’s how Asian nations have reacted to WHO emergency declaration

Here’s how Asian nations have reacted to WHO emergency declaration

The World Health Organization declared the spread of mpox  a global health emergency last week.  Tumeggy/science Photo Library | Science Photo Library | Getty Images Countries in Asia are closely monitoring for mpox cases after the World Health Organization recently declared an escalating outbreak in Africa as a global public health emergency. Mpox, formerly known … Read more

After medic’s rape and murder, Indian doctors stage 24-hour nationwide strike

After medic’s rape and murder, Indian doctors stage 24-hour nationwide strike

Medical professionals and students participate in a silent march as they condemn the rape and murder of a doctor, in Kolkata on August 15, 2024.  Dibyangshu Sarkar | Afp | Getty Images The Indian Medical Association, the largest association of modern medicine doctors in India, has called for the suspension of non-emergency medical services for … Read more

Could Hindenburg’s latest allegations have wider implications for India?

Could Hindenburg’s latest allegations have wider implications for India?

This report is from this week’s CNBC’s “Inside India” newsletter which brings you timely, insightful news and market commentary on the emerging powerhouse and the big businesses behind its meteoric rise. Like what you see? You can subscribe here. The big story No one is questioning India’s sovereignty, as the world’s largest democracy marks 77 years … Read more

India PV auto sales: Domestic PV wholesales dip 2.3% at 3,41,510 units in July: SIAM

India PV auto sales: Domestic PV wholesales dip 2.3% at 3,41,510 units in July: SIAM

Passenger vehicle wholesales in India declined 2.5 per cent year-on-year to 3,41,510 units in July, impacted by high base effect as well as companies reducing vehicle dispatches to dealers amid moderation in demand. The overall passenger vehicle (PV) dispatches from companies to dealers stood at 3,50,355 units in July 2023, automobile industry body SIAM said … Read more

India launches app to lower deaths caused by wild elephants

India launches app to lower deaths caused by wild elephants

Elephants in Orang National Park in Assam, India.  Dinodia Photo | Corbis Documentary | Getty Images The state of Assam, in northeastern India, has launched a mobile app that warns people of incoming herds of wild elephants in an effort to reduce violent encounters between humans and the land giants. Clashes between humans and elephants … Read more

India auto exports: Maruti Suzuki’s export of Made in India SUV to Japan boosts Brand India global image: Goyal

India auto exports: Maruti Suzuki’s export of Made in India SUV to Japan boosts Brand India global image: Goyal

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said the commencement of Maruti Suzuki India’s export of its sports utility vehicle Fronx to Japan has further strengthened the ‘Brand India’ image on the global stage. The first consignment of over 1,600 vehicles left for Japan from Gujarat’s Pipavav port, the country’s largest carmaker said in … Read more

Time ripe for next round of big reforms to attract manufacturers: Experts

Time ripe for next round of big reforms to attract manufacturers: Experts

New Delhi | Kolkata: India needs to raise its game quickly and look beyond production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes to establish itself as a global manufacturing powerhouse and create millions of new jobs, say experts. Time, they say, is ripe for the next wave of big-bang policy measures from the government to ensure that India’s efforts … Read more

BSA Gold Star set to hit Indian roads: Classic legends focuses on premium motorcycles amidst growing competition

BSA Gold Star set to hit Indian roads: Classic legends focuses on premium motorcycles amidst growing competition

BSA, the iconic British motorcycle brand, will debut in India on August 15 with the Gold Star model, amplifying choices for enthusiasts while intensifying competition in the growing market for middleweight motorcycles. Mahindra & Mahindra-owned Classic Legends has been producing the 652cc motorcycle Gold Star at its plant in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh for about two … Read more