Government policies
India’s “8-week buffer”: Carnegie India flags structural risks in oil security
By Axel Miller | 14 Apr 2026
A Carnegie India report highlights structural gaps in India’s oil security, including limited reserves and refinery constraints compared to global peers.
India signals no extension for CAFE-III rollout as automakers brace for stricter efficiency regime
By Axel Miller | 13 Apr 2026
India is advancing its CAFE emissions framework toward a 2027 rollout, with credit trading and stricter fleet efficiency rules set to reshape the auto industry.
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Chief Flags Risks in India’s Middle East Energy Dependence
By Cygnus | 10 Apr 2026
ONGC Chairman Arun Kumar Singh calls for a rethink of India’s reliance on Middle East energy, emphasizing diversification and domestic production.
Cabinet Clears Key Infrastructure Projects Across Power, Urban Mobility and Refining
By Cygnus | 09 Apr 2026
Union Cabinet approves key infrastructure projects across hydropower, Jaipur Metro expansion, and refinery upgrades to strengthen energy and urban development.
Strategic Oil Buffers: India Accelerates SPR Expansion Amid Global Supply Risks
By Cygnus | 09 Apr 2026
India fast-tracks expansion of its strategic petroleum reserves to strengthen energy security as global oil supply risks persist.
India ethanol industry seeks higher blending to boost demand, cut oil imports
By Axel Miller | 23 Mar 2026
India’s ethanol industry calls for higher blending levels beyond E20 to boost demand and reduce crude oil imports.
Power minister highlights energy security as India expands non-fossil capacity
By Axel Miller | 20 Mar 2026
India’s power minister highlights energy security and rising demand as the country expands non-fossil fuel capacity and reforms DISCOMs.
India monitors LNG supplies, says adequate gas available; no disruption reported
By Cygnus | 19 Mar 2026
India reports stable LNG supply with no disruption despite West Asia tensions. Officials say contingency plans and gas prioritisation are in place.
India approves support for cotton procurement under MSP, clears CCI dues
By Axel Miller | 18 Mar 2026
India approves financial support for Cotton Corporation of India to sustain MSP procurement and protect cotton farmers from price volatility.
Government reviews industry feedback on next phase of fuel efficiency norms
By Cygnus | 17 Mar 2026
India is reviewing industry feedback on upcoming CAFE fuel efficiency norms, as automakers raise concerns over costs and transition timelines.
India advances semiconductor push with expanded ISM roadmap
By Cygnus | 12 Mar 2026
India is expanding its semiconductor strategy under ISM as production milestones and new investments boost domestic chip capabilities.
US praises India’s role in oil market stability amid tensions
By Cygnus | 11 Mar 2026
US officials call India a “great partner” in stabilising oil markets as tensions disrupt global supply routes.
Bharat Taxi targets pan-India expansion under cooperative model
By Axel Miller | 11 Mar 2026
Government-backed Bharat Taxi aims to expand across major cities and talukas with a cooperative ride-hailing approach.
Trump to meet tech giants on energy pledge ahead of midterms
By Cygnus | 04 Mar 2026
President Trump meets Google, Meta, and OpenAI to sign a pledge protecting consumers from high energy bills caused by AI data centers.
Pentagon tells Congress no intelligence showed Iran planned to strike U.S. first, sources say
By Axel Miller | 02 Mar 2026
Pentagon officials told Congress intelligence did not show Iran planned to attack first, complicating the administration’s justification for large-scale strikes.
China's annual parliament to map next phase of tech race with the West
By Cygnus | 02 Mar 2026
China’s annual parliament is set to unveil its next tech roadmap focusing on AI, robotics, space and supply chain resilience amid rising global competition.
FedEx sues U.S. government seeking refunds of duties after court ruling
By Axel Miller | 24 Feb 2026
FedEx filed a lawsuit seeking reimbursement for duties paid under tariffs imposed using emergency powers, following a court decision on executive authority.
Spain approves $8 billion aid package for storm-hit regions as floods damage homes and crops
By Cygnus | 17 Feb 2026
Spain approves €7 billion ($8 billion) in aid after severe storms hit Extremadura and Andalusia, damaging homes, infrastructure, and crops.
The deregulation “holy grail”: Trump EPA dismantles the legal bedrock of climate policy
By Cygnus | 13 Feb 2026
The Trump EPA moves to rescind the 2009 Endangerment Finding, reshaping federal climate authority and business risk.
Trump threatens aircraft tariffs and Canadian plane decertification in Gulfstream dispute
By Cygnus | 30 Jan 2026
Trump threatens 50% tariffs on Canadian-made aircraft and raises decertification risks amid a dispute over Gulfstream jet approvals, shaking the North American aerospace industry.
UK politicians urge competition review of Netflix’s Warner Bros Discovery bid
By Cygnus | 27 Jan 2026
UK politicians have urged the Competition and Markets Authority to launch a full competition review of Netflix’s proposed $83 billion bid for Warner Bros Discovery, raising concerns about market dominance and consumer choice.
India targets $1.3 trillion goods exports by 2035 with deregulation-led manufacturing push
By Cygnus | 23 Jan 2026
India aims to triple goods exports to $1.3 trillion by 2035 through deregulation-led manufacturing reforms, with modest funding for 30 hubs and grants for sunrise sectors.
US Formally Exits World Health Organization as Unpaid Dues Dispute Triggers Geneva Budget Shock
By Axel Miller | 22 Jan 2026
The US has formally exited the WHO on Jan 22, 2026, triggering a budget shock in Geneva as a dues dispute over $260 million raises legal and diplomatic questions.
Trump Imposes 25% Tariff on Select AI Chips to Push Domestic Production
By Axel Miller | 15 Jan 2026
Trump imposes a 25% tariff on select advanced computing chips under Section 232 to push U.S. semiconductor manufacturing, while allowing exemptions tied to domestic supply-chain buildout.
India’s Gig Economy Reset: The End of ‘10-Minute Delivery’ Hype?
By Cygnus | 14 Jan 2026
India’s quick-commerce sector is shifting away from “10-minute delivery” hype amid worker safety concerns and rising regulation. Here’s what changes—and what doesn’t.