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India’s political history has witnessed several tragic aviation accidents that claimed the lives of senior leaders over the past 25 years. From recent incidents involving Ajit Pawar and Vijay Rupani to earlier losses such as General Bipin Rawat and Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy, these crashes underline persistent aviation risks faced by public figures. Investigations into each incident continue to shape
Bank of America predicts the RBI will reduce its repo rate by 0.25% to 5.25% at the February 6 MPC meeting, marking the last cut in the current cycle amid benign inflation, softening growth, and rupee weakness.
No new H-1B visa stamping appointments are available in 2026 at US consulates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata, with slots deferred to 2027, even rescheduling January-February dates to April-May 2027.
A joint venture between Adani Defense and Embraer seeks to establish a regional air mobility framework in India, including domestic production and a dedicated ecosystem to enhance the country’s aviation capacity and security.
India and the European Union have finalised a landmark Free Trade Agreement, sharply reducing car import tariffs from 110% to 10% under an annual quota of 250,000 vehicles. The pact strengthens bilateral trade worth over $190 billion and removes or lowers duties on more than 90% of EU exports to India. The deal is expected to boost investment, expand trade and reshape India’s auto market.
US President Donald Trump is expected to announce his nominee for Federal Reserve Chair by the end of January, with BlackRock executive Rick Rieder emerging as a leading contender. Prediction markets now place Rieder ahead of traditional candidates, signalling a possible break from conventional central banking norms. The move comes amid Trump’s repeated criticism of Jerome Powell and growing marke
China’s security establishment is facing fresh turmoil after senior military leader Zhang Youxia, a close ally of President Xi Jinping, was placed under investigation for serious violations. Reports suggest Zhang allegedly leaked sensitive nuclear information to the United States and accepted bribes. The development has raised alarm in Taiwan, which has increased military monitoring amid signs of
Chinese President Xi Jinping extended Republic Day greetings to President Droupadi Murmu, calling India and China good neighbours and partners. Highlighting improved ties over the past year, Xi stressed the importance of stable relations for global peace. His message signals a cautious diplomatic reset after years of tension following the 2020 border clash, supported by renewed dialogue, trade gro
Gold and silver prices have surged to historic highs amid escalating global tensions and uncertainty over US monetary policy. Ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, geopolitical risks involving Venezuela and Greenland, and expectations of a dovish US Federal Reserve under President Donald Trump have pushed investors toward safe-haven assets. Falling interest-rate expectations and global instability are
India-EU free trade agreement (FTA) will reduce import duties that could lower prices for European luxury cars like BMWs and premium wines from France. Currently, high tariffs inflate costs for these goods in India, but a deal might make them more affordable for consumers while boosting EU market access without harming local producers.
