The story of India’s rise has been a familiar one for over a decade now. But in many ways, this past year — 2023 — is the year when this rising India has truly arrived on the world stage as a great power, noticed by both the West and the nebulous “Global South.” The following … Read more
Advertisement South Asia is expected to grow by 5.8 percent this year, making it the fastest-growing region in the world even as the pace remains below pre-pandemic levels, the World Bank said on Tuesday. The latest South Asia Development Update from the World Bank projected growth in the region to slow slightly to 5.6 percent … Read more
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inspects a joint military guard of honor at the 17th-century Mughal-era Red Fort monument on the country’s Independence Day in New Delhi, India, Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Credit: Twitter/ Narendra Modi Advertisement Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India’s economy will be among the top three in the world within five … Read more
Advertisement India sent shockwaves through the global tech industry last week. Citing no reasons in particular, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government mandated a special license for the import of laptops, tablets, and personal computers. The notification was originally issued to start with immediate effect. But after shock and surprise spread halfway around the world to … Read more