Editorial

August, 2025

• 2 August

  NABARD: Driving Inclusive and Sustainable Rural Transformation

  

  The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) plays a crucial role in advancing rural development in India through a multifaceted approach. Established in 1982 by an Act of Parliament,  NABARD, a statutory apex developmental financial institution, has the mandate to foster agricultural and rural development by sustainable and inclusive growth with a focus on both financial and non-financial …
• 2 August

  Tata, Mahindra, and the New Players: Who’s Winning India’s EV War?

  

  India’s electric vehicle (EV) market has become a hotbed of competition, innovation, and strategic maneuvering, reflecting broader global shifts towards sustainable mobility. The current landscape presents a fascinating rivalry dominated by Tata Motors, rapidly challenged by Mahindra, and now complicated further by the official entry of international EV giant Tesla. Tata Motors: Defending the Pole Position Tata Motors is currently …

July, 2025

• 28 July

  Bollywood Actor Akshay Kumar Sells Two Properties in Mumbai for Rs. 7.10 Crore: Square Yards

  

  Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has sold two adjoining residential properties in same residential project for a cumulative value of Rs. 7.10 crore in Mumbai’s Borivali East, according to property registration documents reviewed by online property portal squareyards.com on the website of the Inspector General of Registration (IGR) https://igrmaharashtra.gov.in. Both transactions were registered in June 2025. Borivali East is a prominent residential market in …
• 27 July

  India-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement: Signals Strong Economic Gains

  

  India and the United Kingdom have signed a Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) aimed at expanding bilateral trade and enhancing market access. The agreement was formalized during a high-level meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, reflecting the growing strategic importance of Indo-UK economic relations. The pact was officially signed by Indian Commerce and …
• 26 July

  The New Buyer Mindset: What Gurugram’s Young Affluent Homebuyers Want

  

  Gurugram’s luxury housing market is being led by a new generation of young, affluent homebuyers. These are upwardly mobile professionals, entrepreneurs, and global citizens who bring with them rising disposable incomes, international exposure, and aspirational mindsets. The younger generation, Millennials and Gen Zs, are paving the way for a new definition of luxury living, majorly shaped by unique experiences and …
• 20 July

  India’s Tech-Ayurveda Synergy Gets WHO Recognition

  

  In a landmark recognition, the World Health Organization (WHO) has acknowledged India’s pioneering role in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) with traditional medicine systems, particularly the Ayush sector. WHO’s new technical brief, titled “Mapping the Application of Artificial Intelligence in Traditional Medicine,” follows India’s proposal, marking the country’s growing influence on global healthcare innovation. India’s efforts to harness AI in strengthening …
• 9 July

  Cybersecurity Challenges for Banks in the Digital Era

  

  In today’s hyperconnected world, banks are no longer just physical institutions—they are digital ecosystems. With the rapid adoption of online banking, mobile apps, cloud computing, and fintech collaborations, convenience has soared. But so has the risk. In 2024 alone, financial institutions reported a record number of cyberattacks, ranging from ransomware to large-scale data breaches. For banks, cybersecurity is no longer …
• 8 July

  NITI Aayog’s Northeast SDG Report: Mizoram, Sikkim Lead Regional Progress

  

  NITI Aayog released the second edition of the North Eastern Region (NER) District Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Index Report for 2023-24 on 7 July 2025. Developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MoDoNER) and with technical support from UNDP, the index evaluates SDG performance at the district level across the eight northeastern states. Building on …
• 1 July

  WHO Director-General Praises India’s Strong Leadership in Tobacco Control

  

  India’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare was honored with the prestigious Bloomberg Philanthropies Award for Global Tobacco Control in the ‘O’ category, which recognizes efforts in offering help to quit tobacco use under the World Health Organization’s MPOWER strategy, presented by Michael R. Bloomberg during a ceremony announced late night on June 23, 2025, Dublin time (5.5 hours behind …

May, 2025

• 21 May

  CRCL and IIT Delhi Sign MoU to strengthen scientific capabilities and promote ease of doing business

  

  The Central Revenues Control Laboratory (CRCL) under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi to strengthen India’s trade facilitation efforts and promote innovation in customs testing and scientific regulation. The MoU was formally signed by Prof. Rangan …