Narendra Modi reviewed the country’s fuel and gas supply situation amid rising global uncertainty linked to tensions in West Asia. The high-level meeting focused on energy availability, supply chain stability, and contingency planning to ensure uninterrupted access to petroleum products and LPG across India.


India: Prime Minister Modi Reviews Fuel & Gas Situation in the Country

Pakistan has risen to the top of the Global Terror Index amid a recent surge in militant attacks and security incidents across the country. Analysts say increased violence from extremist groups and frequent terrorist activities have worsened Pakistan’s ranking, reflecting rising threats to civilian safety and regional stability.


Global Terrorism Index: Over 1,100 Killed As Attacks Spike Across Pakistan 

Narendra Modi chaired a high-level emergency meeting to review India’s preparedness amid the escalating war in West Asia. The Prime Minister assessed the country’s fuel and gas supply situation, energy security risks, and contingency planning as regional tensions threaten global oil routes.


Breaking: PM Modi Chairs High-Level Meeting Amid War in West Asia 

The Indian government is planning stricter rules to enhance user safety and crack down on repeat scam offenders amid rising cyber fraud cases. Proposed measures include blocking device IDs used by fraudsters, tightening SIM-binding rules for messaging platforms, and extending communication bans on repeat offenders.


India: Government Plans Stricter Rules for User Safety; Move Aims to Stop Repeat Scam Offenders

Air fares are set to rise after the Air India Group announced it will introduce a ₹400 fuel surcharge on domestic flights, while international passengers will have to pay an additional $10–50 over the existing surcharge amid a surge in aviation fuel prices.


India: Air Tickets Get Costlier as Fuel Cost Spike To Push Airfares Higher

India has aggressively increased Russian oil purchases in March 2026. The country bought roughly 30 million barrels of oil from Moscow following West Asia disruptions caused by the US-Iran war. That comes after a temporary US waiver.


Hormuz Crisis Drives India to Binge on Russian Oil

India has adopted a calibrated response to its ongoing LPG shortage, moving from emergency cuts to controlled restoration. The centre has increased LPG allocation to states to 50 percent of pre-crisis levels, with an additional 20 percent supply being released in this phase.


India Rations LPG as Supply Crisis Continues 

The government has announced a 20% hike in commercial LPG allocation, providing much-needed relief to restaurants, canteens, and hospitals amid a persistent supply crunch. The move ensures uninterrupted cooking and hospital services, helping businesses and essential services operate smoothly. This measure highlights the government’s focus on supporting the food and healthcare sectors during ongoing fuel challenges.


LPG Crisis in India: Govt Eases LPG Crunch - Restaurants, Hospitals Get Priority Supply

North India is experiencing a surprise January-like chill in March, with cold mornings, fog, rain, and thunderstorms affecting Delhi and surrounding regions. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) attributes this unusual weather to a western disturbance, which has created a rare rain band over the area. Daytime temperatures have dropped several notches below normal, giving residents a taste of winter months returning unexpectedly. Satellite images show the advancing rain trough impacting large parts of North India.


January Chill Returns: Cold, Rainy Mornings Hit North India

LPG Crisis in India: Restaurants, Canteens Get Priority Commercial LPG Allocation 

India has delivered emergency humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan after a devastating strike on a Kabul hospital, reportedly carried out during escalating tensions with Pakistan. The attack caused massive casualties and drew global condemnation, with New Delhi strongly criticising the strike and sending 2.5 tonnes of medicines, medical disposables, and critical equipment to support victims and hospitals in Kabul.


Kabul Hospital Attack: India Aids Afghanistan After Deadly Pak Strike on Kabul Hospital 

A tragic incident has been reported from Karnataka’s Shivamogga district, where a 27-year-old veterinarian died after being attacked by a pregnant hippopotamus during a late-night health check at the Tyavarekoppa Lion and Tiger Safari Zoo. The doctor was conducting a routine thermal scan inside the enclosure when the animal suddenly turned aggressive.


Karnataka: Vet Killed by Pregnant Hippo in South India 

India’s crude oil imports from Russia are set to hit record highs as the ongoing Gulf crisis and Iran-related tensions disrupt supplies through the strategic Strait of Hormuz. With shipping risks rising and Middle Eastern flows tightening, Indian refiners are increasing purchases of discounted Russian crude to ensure energy security.


India's Russian Oil Imports Poised for Record Amid Gulf Crisis

India’s airlines are urging the government to ease fare caps as the Iran war pushes aviation fuel prices higher. With fuel making up nearly 30–40% of operating costs and airspace restrictions forcing longer routes, carriers say margins are under serious strain. The industry is now looking for flexibility to manage rising expenses without disrupting services.


India's Airlines Seek Fare Cap Relief Amid Iran War 

India is witnessing growing fuel price concerns as premium petrol prices have been hiked, even though regular petrol rates remain unchanged. The increase reflects rising global crude oil prices amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, putting pressure on oil marketing companies.


India Fuel Crisis: Regular Petrol Price Unchanged, But 'Premium Price' Hiked

The Indian government is pushing for the Aadhaar app to be pre-installed on new smartphones and devices to improve accessibility and digital convenience for citizens. The UIDAI says the move will make identity verification faster, safer, and more seamless across services like banking, telecom, and government schemes.


Indian Govt Seeks Aadhar App On New Devices | UIDAI Says Move will Improve Access

RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme says based on the information before him, there are no longer clandestine activities or transnational repression taking place in Canada that is linked to the government of India.

“In the files that we have that involve transnational repression, we’re not seeing any connection right now with any foreign entity, based on the criminal information, the investigations that we have presently,” Duheme told CTV Question Period host Vassy Kapelos in an exclusive interview airing Sunday, when asked several times whether transnational repression by agents of India is still a concern.

India-Canada Ties | Canada Police Retracts Claims Against India

March 20 is the Spring Equinox, and the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram is the place where you can witness an extraordinary solar alignment on this day. The solar equinox occurs twice a year - in March and September. On this day, the sun appears directly over the equator since Earth’s axis is tilted neither towards nor away from the Sun. Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is an 8th-century shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Its Gopuram, or the monumental entrance tower, is nearly 100 feet tall and is divided into seven tiers. There are five windows, and on the day of the equinox, the sun peaks exactly through them in an interval of five minutes. This astonishing occurrence is made possible because of the way the tower has been built. The windows are perfectly aligned on an East-West axis, making the temple one of the most well-known examples of ancient Indian archaeoastronomy.<h2>Engineering precision at Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple&nbsp;</h2>At sunset, the temple's construction creates a visual spectacle. The Earth's axis is not tilted at the equinox, so the sun sets exactly west. It appears exactly in the centre of the topmost window. After 5 minutes, the Sun can then be seen through the window below the top one. Remember, the Earth is rotating, yet the sun appears to be descending in a straight line when seen through the windows of the temple tower. This repeats till it reaches the horizon, when it appears through the lowest window. This is a marvellous occurrence since ancient architects built the temple without modern surveying tools. The Sun is only partially visible on the day before and the day after the equinox because of the depth of the windows and the thickness of the walls.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/earth-days-are-getting-longer-it-has-not-happened-in-3-6-million-years-1773408587727">Earth days are getting longer. It has not happened in 3.6 million years</a><h2>Significance of the sun peeking through the tower windows</h2>It is an engineering marvel since the builders were able to achieve such precision as to ensure that the sun fully peaks through on just two days of the year. The architects had to calculate the exact latitude of Thiruvananthapuram to ensure that the orientation was perfect for the sun's path only on the equinox. The purpose of constructing the Gopuram tower in this way served a bigger purpose. When the Sun made this spectacular appearance on these two days, they became checkpoints that told the priests that it was the equinox and the seasons would change from then on. It is also symbolic of the transition of time and the omnipresence of Lord Padmanabha (Vishnu).&nbsp;

Spring Equinox 2026: The Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram stands as a testament to the architectural marvel of ancient times. On the equinox, the sun descends, peeking through the five windows of the tower every five minutes.

March 20 is the Spring Equinox, and the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram is the place where you can witness an extraordinary solar alignment on this day. The solar equinox occurs twice a year - in March and September. On this day, the sun appears directly over the equator since Earth’s axis is tilted neither towards nor away from the Sun. Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple is an 8th-century shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Its Gopuram, or the monumental entrance tower, is nearly 100 feet tall and is divided into seven tiers. There are five windows, and on the day of the equinox, the sun peaks exactly through them in an interval of five minutes. This astonishing occurrence is made possible because of the way the tower has been built. The windows are perfectly aligned on an East-West axis, making the temple one of the most well-known examples of ancient Indian archaeoastronomy. Engineering precision at Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple At sunset, the temple's construction creates a visual spectacle. The Earth's axis is not tilted at the equinox, so the sun sets exactly west. It appears exactly in the centre of the topmost window. After 5 minutes, the Sun can then be seen through the window below the top one. Remember, the Earth is rotating, yet the sun appears to be descending in a straight line when seen through the windows of the temple tower. This repeats till it reaches the horizon, when it appears through the lowest window. This is a marvellous occurrence since ancient architects built the temple without modern surveying tools. The Sun is only partially visible on the day before and the day after the equinox because of the depth of the windows and the thickness of the walls. Also Read: Earth days are getting longer. It has not happened in 3.6 million years Significance of the sun peeking through the tower windows It is an engineering marvel since the builders were able to achieve such precision as to ensure that the sun fully peaks through on just two days of the year. The architects had to calculate the exact latitude of Thiruvananthapuram to ensure that the orientation was perfect for the sun's path only on the equinox. The purpose of constructing the Gopuram tower in this way served a bigger purpose. When the Sun made this spectacular appearance on these two days, they became checkpoints that told the priests that it was the equinox and the seasons would change from then on. It is also symbolic of the transition of time and the omnipresence of Lord Padmanabha (Vishnu).

Spring Equinox 2026: The Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram stands as a testament to the architectural marvel of ancient times. On the equinox, the sun descends, peeking through the five windows of the tower every five minutes.

Spring Equinox: Indian temple where sun peeks through 5 windows every 5 minutes twice a year

Reports suggest several Russia-linked tankers originally headed for China suddenly changed course toward India. The rerouting comes amid rising fears of an energy shock triggered by the intensifying West Asia conflict. The move signals how quickly the war is beginning to reshape supply chains and fuel markets.


Iran War: Reports Suggest Russian Oil Tankers Bound for China Now Headed to India

India has escalated its energy security response amid the ongoing West Asia fallout.
In a significant move, the government has now classified energy data as a national security matter, mandating real-time disclosures across the oil and gas chain. This comes even as officials admit the war is impacting supplies, but insist there’s no price hike yet. So what’s really happening on the ground?

India Tightens Grip on Oil, Gas Data

India-Canada Ties | RCMP: No Current Clandestine Activities Linked to India

Written by: Srikumar Bharathi P&nbsp;For much of the recent era, a dominant narrative in international relations discourse has suggested that India lacks a coherent strategic culture. This critique articulated by a certain Western Thinktank posited that Indian strategic thought was largely ad hoc, reactive and defensive. Critics argued that the Indian concept of time, cyclical and infinite, prevented long-term strategic planning. They pointed to the absence of a single, unified "Indian War Doctrine" or historical documents comparable to the military archives of Prussia or the strategies of the colonial empires.However, this criticism suffers from a blind spot, as it judges Indian strategy by foreign templates. This view fails to recognise that Indian strategic culture is not monolithic in the Western sense, rather it is civilisational. It is embedded in the civilisational strength and the ethical codes that have governed statecraft for millennia. The Indian strategy in reality is ever evolving, yet has its roots to sophisticated preference for principled flexibility, strategic restraint and calculated use of force.<h2>Realist Counter: Sun Tzu, Clausewitz, Machiavelli vs Kautilya - Valluvar</h2>The Western and certain Asian ideas of strategy are dominated by Sun Tzu’s deception, Clausewitz’s "war as politics" and Machiavelli’s “ruthlessness”. Indian ways are more aligned with the Arthashastra and strategically profound Thirukkural.While Machiavelli’s The Prince is often cited as the ultimate manual on power, Kautilya’s Arthashastra (300 BCE) precedes it by 1,500 years and offers a far more granular approach to statecraft. Unlike Sun Tzu, who focuses largely on the battlefield, Kautilya focuses on the Mandala (Circle of States), a geopolitical algorithm. Kautilya defines the Saptanga (Seven Limbs of the State), placing the King and Ministers alongside Forts and Treasury. This anticipates modern "Comprehensive National Power" indices.Often obscured as a book of Tamil poetry, the Thirukkural by Thiruvalluvar (300 BCE - 2nd Century CE) contains the Porutpal (Chapters on Wealth/State), which offers a startlingly sharp counter to Clausewitz. Where Clausewitz sees war as an extension of politics, Valluvar sees war as a failure of defence and diplomacy, yet prepares for it meticulously. &nbsp;&nbsp;On Foreign Policy and Alliances: "To discern the enemy’s strength, one's own strength and the strength of one’s allies and then to act - that is strategy" (Kural 471).Importance of Army: “An army which is complete in its components and conquers without fear of wounds is the chief wealth of the king” (Kural 761).Valluvar counters the brute force narratives by emphasising Aran (Fortification). He argues that a fort is not just a wall, but a system of economic sustainability during a siege, a lesson pertinent to modern economic sanctions.<h2>Philosophical Counter: Aristotle, Plato, Socrates vs Mahabharata, Thirukkural</h2>Western political philosophy, rooted in the Hellenistic tradition, seeks the "Ideal" Plato’s Republic imagines a utopia ruled by philosopher-kings, Aristotle categorises constitutions. Indian thought, however, is deeply rooted in the "Real" and the "Contextual".Aristotle seeks a golden mean in virtue. The Mahabharata rejects the binary of Good vs Evil for the complexity of Dharma (Duty). When Arjuna questions the morality of killing kin, he was not offered a platitude about "justice", rather he was offered the treatise on Dharma-Yuddha (Just War).The Mahabharata teaches that non-violence (Ahimsa) is the highest Dharma, but the protection of the innocent requires the capacity for war. This nuance is often missing in Western idealism. Bhishma, on his deathbed, instructs Yudhishthira that a King must be "like a gardener" (nurturing) but also "like a garland maker" (plucking flowers before they wilt), a metaphor for pre-emptive strikes against threats.Valluvar wants a ruler trained in listening, "King who does not have the courage to listen to bitter advice will perish, even without enemies" (Kural 448). This counters the Western authoritarian tendency often found in Platonism. The Thirukkural posits that the legitimacy of the state rests not on divine right or intellectual superiority, but on Sengol (Righteous Sceptre/Good Governance).Way of Life Counter: Confucius vs The Indian TriadConfucianism emphasises hierarchy, ritual and saving face. It seeks order through conformity. The Indian triad Arthashastra, Mahabharata, Thirukkural counters this by emphasising Dharma, which binds even the King.Mahabharata is a lesson in the dangers of gambling with state sovereignty. The 18-day war is a case study in alliance management, psychological warfare and the heavy cost of victory. It teaches a "Way of Life" that accepts volatility rather than the Confucian desire to freeze social structures.Similarly, labelling the Thirukkural as poetry undermines its status as a manual for all - Strategist, King and Householder alike. Unlike Confucius, who separated the rulers from the ruled via complex rituals, Valluvar integrates the domestic and the political. He argues that a state is only as strong as the families within it. This highlights that strategic autonomy is a way of life, requiring the patience to wait for the opportune moment (Kaalam), a distinct counter to the Confucian emphasis on rigid ceremonial action.<h2>Return of the Civilizational State</h2>In the present scenario of a volatile world, marked by shifting alliances, grey-zone warfare and economic weaponisation, the relevance of these Indian treatises is undeniable. India’s modern defence and diplomatic outreach are not mimicking the West; they are aligning towards its civilisational routes. India's refusal to be dragged into binary blocs and maintaining Multi-Alignment is a direct application of the Arthashastra’s strategy, maintaining strategic autonomy while engaging with all sides.The "Strategic Restraint" often mistaken by others is actually Thirukkural’s wisdom of "waiting for the right time" and yet prepared for war. The recent assertive posturing reflects the Mahabharata’s lesson: when everything fails, the display of power (Danda) is the only path to peace. India’s "Vaccine Maitri" and role as a "Net Security Provider" in the Indian Ocean reflect the Dharmic obligation of the state to contribute to universal welfare.Indian strategic culture is very much alive in the living ethos of the civilisation that treats the Mahabharata as the soul, the Arthashastra as a thought and the Thirukkural as a conscience. By recognising the strategic weight of these texts, the world can better understand the rise of India, a stabilising pole in the global order.&nbsp;The author, Srikumar Bharathi P, is an officer in the Indian Army with experience in counter-terrorism and United Nations peacekeeping operations. The officer has authored a book on China and has been a regular contributor of articles on matters of strategy, defence, and geopolitics.

Critics argued that the Indian concept of time, cyclical and infinite, prevented long-term strategic planning. However, this criticism suffers from a blind spot, as it judges Indian strategy by foreign templates. 

Written by: Srikumar Bharathi P For much of the recent era, a dominant narrative in international relations discourse has suggested that India lacks a coherent strategic culture. This critique articulated by a certain Western Thinktank posited that Indian strategic thought was largely ad hoc, reactive and defensive. Critics argued that the Indian concept of time, cyclical and infinite, prevented long-term strategic planning. They pointed to the absence of a single, unified "Indian War Doctrine" or historical documents comparable to the military archives of Prussia or the strategies of the colonial empires. However, this criticism suffers from a blind spot, as it judges Indian strategy by foreign templates. This view fails to recognise that Indian strategic culture is not monolithic in the Western sense, rather it is civilisational. It is embedded in the civilisational strength and the ethical codes that have governed statecraft for millennia. The Indian strategy in reality is ever evolving, yet has its roots to sophisticated preference for principled flexibility, strategic restraint and calculated use of force. Realist Counter: Sun Tzu, Clausewitz, Machiavelli vs Kautilya - Valluvar The Western and certain Asian ideas of strategy are dominated by Sun Tzu’s deception, Clausewitz’s "war as politics" and Machiavelli’s “ruthlessness”. Indian ways are more aligned with the Arthashastra and strategically profound Thirukkural. While Machiavelli’s The Prince is often cited as the ultimate manual on power, Kautilya’s Arthashastra (300 BCE) precedes it by 1,500 years and offers a far more granular approach to statecraft. Unlike Sun Tzu, who focuses largely on the battlefield, Kautilya focuses on the Mandala (Circle of States), a geopolitical algorithm. Kautilya defines the Saptanga (Seven Limbs of the State), placing the King and Ministers alongside Forts and Treasury. This anticipates modern "Comprehensive National Power" indices. Often obscured as a book of Tamil poetry, the Thirukkural by Thiruvalluvar (300 BCE - 2nd Century CE) contains the Porutpal (Chapters on Wealth/State), which offers a startlingly sharp counter to Clausewitz. Where Clausewitz sees war as an extension of politics, Valluvar sees war as a failure of defence and diplomacy, yet prepares for it meticulously. On Foreign Policy and Alliances: "To discern the enemy’s strength, one's own strength and the strength of one’s allies and then to act - that is strategy" (Kural 471). Importance of Army: “An army which is complete in its components and conquers without fear of wounds is the chief wealth of the king” (Kural 761). Valluvar counters the brute force narratives by emphasising Aran (Fortification). He argues that a fort is not just a wall, but a system of economic sustainability during a siege, a lesson pertinent to modern economic sanctions. Philosophical Counter: Aristotle, Plato, Socrates vs Mahabharata, Thirukkural Western political philosophy, rooted in the Hellenistic tradition, seeks the "Ideal" Plato’s Republic imagines a utopia ruled by philosopher-kings, Aristotle categorises constitutions. Indian thought, however, is deeply rooted in the "Real" and the "Contextual". Aristotle seeks a golden mean in virtue. The Mahabharata rejects the binary of Good vs Evil for the complexity of Dharma (Duty). When Arjuna questions the morality of killing kin, he was not offered a platitude about "justice", rather he was offered the treatise on Dharma-Yuddha (Just War). The Mahabharata teaches that non-violence (Ahimsa) is the highest Dharma, but the protection of the innocent requires the capacity for war. This nuance is often missing in Western idealism. Bhishma, on his deathbed, instructs Yudhishthira that a King must be "like a gardener" (nurturing) but also "like a garland maker" (plucking flowers before they wilt), a metaphor for pre-emptive strikes against threats. Valluvar wants a ruler trained in listening, "King who does not have the courage to listen to bitter advice will perish, even without enemies" (Kural 448). This counters the Western authoritarian tendency often found in Platonism. The Thirukkural posits that the legitimacy of the state rests not on divine right or intellectual superiority, but on Sengol (Righteous Sceptre/Good Governance). Way of Life Counter: Confucius vs The Indian Triad Confucianism emphasises hierarchy, ritual and saving face. It seeks order through conformity. The Indian triad Arthashastra, Mahabharata, Thirukkural counters this by emphasising Dharma, which binds even the King. Mahabharata is a lesson in the dangers of gambling with state sovereignty. The 18-day war is a case study in alliance management, psychological warfare and the heavy cost of victory. It teaches a "Way of Life" that accepts volatility rather than the Confucian desire to freeze social structures. Similarly, labelling the Thirukkural as poetry undermines its status as a manual for all - Strategist, King and Householder alike. Unlike Confucius, who separated the rulers from the ruled via complex rituals, Valluvar integrates the domestic and the political. He argues that a state is only as strong as the families within it. This highlights that strategic autonomy is a way of life, requiring the patience to wait for the opportune moment (Kaalam), a distinct counter to the Confucian emphasis on rigid ceremonial action. Return of the Civilizational State In the present scenario of a volatile world, marked by shifting alliances, grey-zone warfare and economic weaponisation, the relevance of these Indian treatises is undeniable. India’s modern defence and diplomatic outreach are not mimicking the West; they are aligning towards its civilisational routes. India's refusal to be dragged into binary blocs and maintaining Multi-Alignment is a direct application of the Arthashastra’s strategy, maintaining strategic autonomy while engaging with all sides. The "Strategic Restraint" often mistaken by others is actually Thirukkural’s wisdom of "waiting for the right time" and yet prepared for war. The recent assertive posturing reflects the Mahabharata’s lesson: when everything fails, the display of power (Danda) is the only path to peace. India’s "Vaccine Maitri" and role as a "Net Security Provider" in the Indian Ocean reflect the Dharmic obligation of the state to contribute to universal welfare. Indian strategic culture is very much alive in the living ethos of the civilisation that treats the Mahabharata as the soul, the Arthashastra as a thought and the Thirukkural as a conscience. By recognising the strategic weight of these texts, the world can better understand the rise of India, a stabilising pole in the global order. The author, Srikumar Bharathi P, is an officer in the Indian Army with experience in counter-terrorism and United Nations peacekeeping operations. The officer has authored a book on China and has been a regular contributor of articles on matters of strategy, defence, and geopolitics.

Critics argued that the Indian concept of time, cyclical and infinite, prevented long-term strategic planning. However, this criticism suffers from a blind spot, as it judges Indian strategy by foreign templates.&nbsp;

Beyond foreign templates: Roots of Indian strategic culture

India’s National Investigation Agency has charged six Ukrainian nationals accused of training armed groups, in a case that has drawn international attention. A US citizen has also been detained at Kolkata airport as the probe widens. Ukraine has urged India to ensure transparency as authorities track the accused through immigration records and push forward under anti-terror laws.


Ukraine: Expect India To Handle The Case With Transparency 

Despite ongoing conflict, Israel has secured the 8th position in the latest World Happiness Report, highlighting resilience among its population. The ranking reflects factors such as social support, economic stability, and overall life satisfaction, even amid challenging circumstances.


World Happiness Report: US Remains At 23rd Position In Global Happiness Ranking

#Gravitas To stay ahead of evolving threats and avoid strategic delays, the Indian government is accelerating its push into next-generation air power, with plans to join a global programme developing sixth-generation fighter jets. 


India Eyes Entry Into European 6th-Gen Fighter Program

An Indian minister has introduced a new Tokenization Bill in Parliament aimed at strengthening digital payment security and protecting consumer data. If passed, the legislation will regulate how sensitive financial information like card details  is stored and processed, encouraging safer online transactions and reducing fraud. Lawmakers are debating key provisions as India moves toward more secure digital ecosystems.


Indian Minister Introduces New Tokenization Bill in Parliament 

India’s semiconductor market is projected to reach $300 billion, with estimates suggesting nearly sixfold growth by 2035.

The surge reflects rising demand for chips across sectors including electronics, automotive and digital infrastructure, as India pushes to strengthen its domestic manufacturing ecosystem.

The growth outlook highlights India’s ambition to become a key player in the global semiconductor supply chain.


India Semiconductor Market Set to Hit $300 Billion, Projected Sixfold Growth by 2035 | WION

India’s foreign exchange reserves remain strong, covering around nine months of imports, even as the rupee comes under pressure.

The Reserve Bank of India has been intervening in the forex market by selling dollars to defend the currency, but has recently allowed the rupee to weaken past a key psychological level.

While the drawdown in reserves signals pressure from global factors, including rising oil prices and market volatility, the overall buffer remains comfortable by global standards, providing a cushion against external shocks.

India's Forex Reserves Cover 9 Months of Imports | World Business Watch

India’s aviation regulator DGCA has directed airlines to allocate at least 60% of seats on every flight free of charge, in a move aimed at reducing extra costs for passengers.

Under the new rules, passengers travelling on the same PNR, typically families or groups, must be seated together, preferably in adjacent seats.

The directive comes after widespread complaints over airlines charging for seat selection and separating passengers unless additional fees were paid. Authorities say the move is part of a broader push to improve transparency, passenger rights, and overall travel experience.

India Mandates 60% Free Flight Seats, DGCA Says Families Must Sit Together | WION

Iran’s Deputy Ambassador to India says Tehran and New Delhi share common views on key strategic and regional issues, highlighting strong bilateral ties and cooperation amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Iran-India Relations: Iran's Deputy Ambassador to India Says Iran is on the Same Page With India 

Nitin Gadkari, Indian Minister of Road Transport and Highways, while speaking at the WION World Pulse summit on Wednesday (March 18), said that India is fastest growing economy in the world.

WION World Pulse | Nitin Gadkari: India is fastest growing economy in the world

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