Government policies

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.

Swiggy, Zepto and Blinkit Drop “10-Minute” Delivery Branding After Government Safety Push

By Cygnus | 14 Jan 2026

Swiggy Instamart, Zepto and Blinkit are removing “10-minute” delivery branding after the government raised rider safety concerns, shifting marketing toward convenience and product range.

10.4 Crore Ujjwala Households Drive Record Rise in LPG Usage

By Axel Miller | 14 Jan 2026

PMUY households are driving record LPG usage as average annual consumption rises to 4.85 cylinders, Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said. India has 10.41 crore Ujjwala connections.

CCI Defends Global Turnover Penalty Framework in Apple Antitrust Case

By Cygnus | 09 Jan 2026

India’s competition regulator defends its global turnover–based penalty framework in court as Apple challenges potential antitrust fines under amended law.

India crosses 27,000 EV charger milestone as petrol pumps morph into “energy stations”

By Axel Miller | 26 Dec 2025

India installs 27,432 EV chargers at petrol pumps in 2025. Ministry review highlights new "Energy Stations," 19.24% ethanol blending, and huge forex savings.

Govt clears way for 3 new airlines as IndiGo crisis lingers

By Unnikrishnan | 25 Dec 2025

Amid IndiGo's crisis, the Govt fast-tracks approvals for Shankh Air, Al Hind, and FlyExpress to expand traveler options and break the market duopoly.

Saudi Arabia permanently scraps expat worker fees for industry to boost manufacturing

By Cygnus | 19 Dec 2025

Saudi Arabia permanently abolishes expat worker fees for the industrial sector to drive manufacturing growth and tripling industrial GDP by 2035.

Tata Motors opposes CAFE relaxations for small cars, warning of safety risks

By Cygnus | 18 Dec 2025

Tata Motors petitions PMO to reject CAFE III exemptions for small petrol cars, citing risks to India’s EV targets and vehicle safety standards.

Parliamentary panel urges priority clearances for critical mineral projects amid delays

By Axel Miller | 18 Dec 2025

Parliamentary panel flags delays in operationalizing mineral blocks; urges priority clearances for critical minerals like lithium to boost EV and defense sectors.

Nissan names new India MPV ‘GRAVITE’, eyes March 2026 launch to revive sales

By Axel Miller | 18 Dec 2025

Nissan officially names its new 7-seater India MPV ‘GRAVITE’. Set for March 2026 launch, the model targets aggressive pricing under the new 18% GST 2.0 regime.

India’s integrated power grid turns it into global data center magnet: Goyal

By Cygnus | 15 Dec 2025

India’s 500GW national grid and renewable growth make it a global hub for data centers, says Piyush Goyal. Nuclear SMRs to provide baseload power.

Govt tables SHANTI Bill to end nuclear monopoly, open sector to private players

By Axel Miller | 15 Dec 2025

SHANTI Bill tabled in Lok Sabha to open India’s nuclear sector to private firms, repeal 1962 Atomic Energy Act, and fix supplier liability rules.

Indian banks push RBI to double lending cap for mergers as deal activity heats up

By Cygnus | 12 Dec 2025

Indian banks urge RBI to double M&A lending cap to 20% of Tier 1 capital, aiming to compete with foreign lenders in a $69 billion deal market.

Fed Cuts Rates in Sharp Split Decision, Signals Pause Amid ‘Data Blind Spot’

By Axel Miller | 11 Dec 2025

Fed cuts rates by 25 bps to 3.50%-3.75% in split decision; Powell signals pause for 2026 amid data delays and internal dissent.

India to Source Amazon, Flipkart Data in Inflation Revamp; Plans Services Index Rollout

By Axel Miller | 25 Aug 2025

India is preparing a major overhaul of how it measures inflation by incorporating price data directly from leading e-commerce platforms such as Amazon and Walmart-owned Flipkart.