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Indonesia's Addition Strengthens BRICS Alliance

Indonesia’s Addition Strengthens BRICS Alliance

Indonesia has officially become a full member (10th) of the BRICS group of emerging economies. Brazil, holding the presidency of BRICS for 2025, announced this development, noting that Indonesia’s candidacy was endorsed by BRICS leaders at the Johannesburg summit in 2023. Indonesia’s membership aligns with the ongoing efforts to reform global governance institutions and deepen …

Microsoft Deepens AI Collaboration with India

Microsoft Deepens AI Collaboration with India

Microsoft, led by CEO Satya Nadella, has announced a series of strategic partnerships with the Indian government and leading businesses across various sectors. These collaborations aim to accelerate the adoption and development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the country. Key Highlights of the Mission IndiaAI Mission Partnership: Microsoft is joining forces with the Ministry of …

Banded Royal Butterfly Discovered in Tripura

Banded Royal Butterfly Discovered in Tripura

The Banded Royal butterfly (Rachana jalindra indra) has recently been discovered in Tripura, marking a significant milestone in the state’s biodiversity documentation. This rare species was spotted for the first time in the Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary, an area rich in flora and fauna. The discovery underscores the importance of ongoing ecological research and wildlife protection …

Indusfood 2025 India Hosts Global Exhibitors from 30 Countries

Indusfood 2025: India Hosts Global Exhibitors from 30 Countries

Indusfood 2025, Asia’s premier food and beverage trade exhibition, will be held from January 8-10, 2025, at Greater Noida, India. The event, organized by the Trade Promotion Council of India (TPCI) in collaboration with the Department of Commerce, is set to feature over 2,300 exhibitors from 30+ countries and attract 7,500 international buyers, along with …

Fiscal Deficit Target on Track Despite Revised GDP Growth

Fiscal Deficit Target on Track Despite Revised GDP Growth

Despite a downward revision in India’s GDP growth forecast for the fiscal year 2024-25, the government’s fiscal deficit target of 4.9% of GDP remains attainable. The National Statistics Office (NSO) has projected a nominal GDP growth of 9.7% for FY25, slightly below the earlier estimate of 10.5%. This adjustment is expected to have a minimal …

Prabowo Subianto to Be Republic Day Chief Guest in 2025

Prabowo Subianto to Be Republic Day Chief Guest in 2025

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has formally accepted New Delhi’s invitation to be the chief guest at India’s 2025 Republic Day parade. His visit marks a significant step in enhancing India-Indonesia relations, signaling the importance of the Act East Policy in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third term. The two countries are expected to bolster their strategic …