As Modi heads to Moscow, intense interactions with Russian President, discussion on Ukraine war at top of agenda

As Modi heads to Moscow, intense interactions with Russian President, discussion on Ukraine war at top of agenda

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. File image. | Photo Credit: Reuters Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive Moscow on July 8 to a particularly warm and special welcome at a private dinner hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin at his Dacha or estate in the Moscow suburb of Novo-Ogaryovo. The meeting … Read more

Modi, Starmer agree to expedite India-U.K. free trade agreement

Modi, Starmer agree to expedite India-U.K. free trade agreement

A combination photo of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the newly elected British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Photo: AP/ANI Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 6 spoke to newly elected British Prime Minister Keir Starmer as the two leaders agreed to work towards an early conclusion of a mutually beneficial India-U.K. free trade agreement, … Read more

India’s job crisis: Could Andhra Pradesh’s skill census be Modi 3.0’s game-changer?

India’s job crisis: Could Andhra Pradesh’s skill census be Modi 3.0’s game-changer?

India, with its booming population, is facing a gloomy job scenario. Even its 7% economic growth may not bring any cheer. The issue is not just ‘how many’ jobs are being created, but also ‘what kind of’ jobs, which presents a crisis within a crisis. Amidst this grim situation, an idea from Andhra Pradesh could … Read more

India will fail to plug jobs gap even with 7% growth, says Citi

India will fail to plug jobs gap even with 7% growth, says Citi

India will struggle to create enough jobs for its growing workforce over the next decade even if the economy grows at a rapid pace of 7%, Citigroup Inc. said, suggesting the world’s most-populous nation will need more concerted steps to boost employment and skills. Citi estimates India will need to create about 12 million jobs … Read more

Modi’s Moscow visit to stem international perception, allay Russia’s worries of ‘drift’ in ties

Modi’s Moscow visit to stem international perception, allay Russia’s worries of ‘drift’ in ties

A file photo of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin. | Photo Credit: ANI Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Moscow for a standalone State visit from July 8 to 9 to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin that is expected to focus on strategic, economic and military ties, will reverse the perception … Read more

U.S., India share unique bond of friendship: White House

U.S., India share unique bond of friendship: White House

U.S. White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby speaks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington, U.S., June 17, 2024. | Photo Credit: Reuters As the world’s two oldest and largest democracies, the United States and India share a unique bond of friendship and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s visit will … Read more

Narendra Modi’s first foreign trip likely to be Italy; PM Giorgia Meloni invites him for G7 summit starting Thursday

Narendra Modi’s first foreign trip likely to be Italy; PM Giorgia Meloni invites him for G7 summit starting Thursday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first foreign visit will likely be to Italy. Following his re-election, PM Modi has accepted invitation from Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to participate in the G7 Summit, scheduled from June 13 to 15 in Borgo Egnazia, Apulia. According to a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs, Modi conversed with … Read more

Narendra Modi swearing-in: Several roads near Rashtrapati Bhawan out of bounds between 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

Narendra Modi swearing-in: Several roads near Rashtrapati Bhawan out of bounds between 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

A security personnel keeping a vigil near Parliament House in New Delhi on June 8, 2024 | Photo Credit: Sushil Kumar Verma In view of Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi’s swearing-in ceremony this evening, the Delhi Traffic Police has made special arrangements and issued an advisory on diversions and restrictions in the vicinity of the Rashtrapati … Read more

Modi premium for Indian stocks gets a hard look after elections

Modi premium for Indian stocks gets a hard look after elections

In recent years, investors bullish on Indian equities have cited the promise of policy reforms and rapid economic growth under Prime Minister Narendra Modi to justify its record premium over emerging-market peers. Now, with the leader facing coalition politics after a weaker-than-expected mandate in this week’s national election, the so-called Modi premium is under scrutiny. … Read more