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Union Budget Charts Strong Push for Make in India, Aatmanirbhar Bharat: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday described the Union Budget 2026–27 as a historic blueprint that gives fresh momentum to the Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat missions, laying a strong foundation for achieving the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047. He said the budget presents an ambitious roadmap to strengthen domestic manufacturing, reduce import […]

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India Emerges as Global Power Hub, Says PM Modi on EU, US Trade Pacts

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, said India has moved to the centre of the global stage, citing recently concluded trade agreements with the United States and the European Union as evidence of the country’s growing economic and strategic influence. Addressing NDA Members of Parliament during a closed-door parliamentary party meeting, the […]

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India and World Bank Group Launch New Partnership Focused on Jobs and Investment

The World Bank Group and the Government of India have announced a new partnership to support India’s long-term growth goals. The agreement, called the Country Partnership Framework (CPF), is aligned with India’s vision of Viksit Bharat, which aims to make India a developed nation by 2047. The new partnership puts job creation and private investment […]

U.S. freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries. India stays off the list.
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US Freezes Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries; India Excluded as Pakistan and Bangladesh Face Suspension

The United States has announced a sweeping freeze on immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, signalling a sharper turn in its immigration policy. Effective January 21, US embassies and consulates will indefinitely pause immigrant visa appointments for these nations while Washington reviews its screening and vetting systems. The decision has drawn immediate attention […]

Vietnam-Philippines Ties: $10B Trade Boom Unlocks Business Goldmine
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Vietnam-Philippines Ties: $10B Trade Boom Unlocks Business Goldmine

Business leaders, imagine doubling down on a market duo poised for explosive growth. Vietnam and the Philippines are forging a powerhouse partnership, targeting $10 billion in bilateral trade by accelerating deals in agriculture, industry, and tech. This alliance promises rich opportunities for investors eyeing Southeast Asia’s next frontier. Philippine Ambassador Meynardo Los Baños Montealegre highlights […]

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Abu Dhabi hospital makes global first with one-time gene therapy for spinal muscular atrophy

Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Khalifa Medical City has set a global benchmark in advanced healthcare by becoming the first hospital worldwide to administer ITVISMA, a one-time gene therapy for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). The treatment was successfully delivered on December 28, 2025, under the oversight of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, following regulatory approval […]

Ravi Jaipuria’s Varun Beverages Deepens Africa Play with $125 Million Twizza Acquisition
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Ravi Jaipuria’s Varun Beverages Deepens Africa Play with $125 Million Twizza Acquisition

Indian billionaire Ravi Jaipuria is accelerating his Africa strategy as Varun Beverages Limited moves to acquire South Africa’s Twizza Proprietary Limited in a deal valued at approximately $125 million. The acquisition marks another decisive step in Varun Beverages’ push to build a strong, locally rooted beverage platform across the African continent. The transaction, subject to […]

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