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India’s Tourism Sector and Vision 2047 Towards a $32 Trillion Economy

India’s Tourism Sector and Vision 2047 Towards a $32 Trillion Economy

The Government of India has set an ambitious target to raise the contribution of tourism to 10% of GDP by 2047, aligning with its broader goal of transforming India into a $32 trillion economy. Rich in cultural heritage, natural diversity, and spiritual wealth, India’s tourism sector is poised to become a major engine of economic …

Rising Abstentions At All Time High India’s New UN Voting Approach

Rising Abstentions At All Time High India’s New UN Voting Approach

India’s voting behavior at the United Nations (UN) has seen a notable evolution, especially in recent years. A significant increase in abstentions—reaching a historic high in 2025—marks a new phase in India’s foreign policy strategy. This shift reflects India’s efforts to adapt to a polarised global order, while preserving its strategic autonomy and emerging as …

PM Modi’s Visit to the UK and Maldives (July 23–26, 2025)

PM Modi’s Visit to the UK and Maldives (July 23–26, 2025)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a two-nation tour to the United Kingdom and the Maldives from July 23 to 26, 2025, reflecting India’s dynamic foreign policy engagement under his leadership. The visit will focus on deepening strategic and economic partnerships with both nations, strengthening India’s global influence and reinforcing its commitment …

ICMR to Commercialise Indigenous Malaria Vaccine

ICMR to Commercialise Indigenous Malaria Vaccine

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has taken a major step in public health innovation by initiating the process to commercialise a recombinant multi-stage malaria vaccine, AdFalciVax. ICMR has released an Expression of Interest (EoI) inviting pharmaceutical companies and manufacturers to collaborate in transferring the technology and mass-producing the vaccine, aiming to tackle Plasmodium …

India Taps Global Satellite Firms to Boost Military Surveillance

India Taps Global Satellite Firms to Boost Military Surveillance

In a strategic move to strengthen real-time surveillance and military preparedness, the Indian government has initiated talks with global commercial satellite imagery providers. This follows intelligence reports that China supported Pakistan with live satellite inputs during Operation Sindoor in May 2025. The aim is to enhance India’s existing capabilities by integrating high-resolution, real-time imagery into …

Arjun & Ishaan Dominate MRF F2000 as MRF 2025 Kicks Off at Kari Motor Speedway

Arjun & Ishaan Dominate MRF F2000 as MRF 2025 Kicks Off at Kari Motor Speedway

India’s premier motorsport event, the MRF MMSC FMSCI Indian National Car Racing Championship 2025, kicked off its first round at Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore, showcasing emerging young talent in top racing categories like MRF F2000, Formula 1600, and Touring Cars. The event saw intense competition and remarkable performances by teen racers, underlining the future of …

England Awarded Hosting Rights for Next Three WTC Finals (2027, 2029, 2031)

England Awarded Hosting Rights for Next Three WTC Finals (2027, 2029, 2031)

In a major development for international cricket, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has been awarded the hosting rights for the next three ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Finals—scheduled in 2027, 2029, and 2031. This announcement was made during the ICC Annual Conference 2025, held in Singapore, affirming ECB’s consistency in successfully managing previous …

Inauguration of IICT’s First Campus in Mumbai

Inauguration of IICT’s First Campus in Mumbai

India’s creative sector received a major boost with the inauguration of the first campus of the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) in Mumbai. This initiative aims to elevate India’s presence in the global AVGC-XR (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comic & Extended Reality) ecosystem by nurturing industry-ready talent through world-class training and collaborations. The launch …

India’s Tea Export Performance in FY 2024-25 A Moderate Yet Positive Growth

India’s Tea Export Performance in FY 2024-25: A Moderate Yet Positive Growth

India, one of the world’s largest producers and exporters of tea, recorded a modest increase in its tea export volume during the financial year 2024–25. According to official data released by the Tea Board of India, tea exports from the country rose by 2.85%, reflecting consistent global demand and improving market prices. The rise in …