India’s electric vehicle (EV) fleet is projected to exceed 28 million units by 2030, significantly increasing demand for grid energy, according to the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA). With cumulative EV sales surpassing 4.1 million units in FY 2023-24, the sector’s growth is fueled by rising environmental awareness, advancements in battery technology, and expanded […]
Rekha Gupta was sworn in as Delhi’s Chief Minister at a grand ceremony at Ramlila Maidan on Thursday, marking the BJP’s return to power in the national capital after 27 years. The event was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and BJP Chief Ministers from various states. Gupta becomes Delhi’s fourth […]
The South Korean government is actively engaging with the U.S. to address trade uncertainties stemming from new tariff measures, Trade Minister Cheong In-kyo said Thursday. During a meeting with top industry think tanks—including Samsung, Hyundai, POSCO, and LG—Cheong emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts to navigate U.S. protectionist policies under President Trump. The U.S. is […]
The U.S. decision to impose tariffs on semiconductors is unlikely to significantly impact India in the short term, as the country is not a major chip exporter to the U.S., industry experts said Thursday. With India already imposing zero import duties on semiconductors, the country faces no immediate trade retaliation concerns, said Ashok Chandak, president […]
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20 — The Trump administration is moving to cut $50 billion from the Pentagon budget, reallocating funds to high-priority areas such as border security, according to media reports. A list of generals and admirals slated for dismissal has been circulated among Republican lawmakers. Acting Deputy Secretary of Defense Robert Salesses has instructed officials […]
NEW YORK, Feb. 20 — The war of words between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky escalated Wednesday as Trump suggested Ukraine could be sidelined in negotiations to end the war with Russia. “Zelensky better move fast or he’s not going to have a country left,” Trump wrote on Truth Social, claiming […]