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The tensions between India and Pakistan rose after the Kashmir attack
India has revoked a bilateral water deal with Pakistan after the Pulwama terror attack that killed over 25 people on Tuesday. India’s move to hold back water from major rivers between India and Pakistan is an act of war, Pakistan said. This comes after India announced it would expel Pakistani diplomats, shut down a border…
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Here’s the latest news on trade with top partners
South Korea has declared an “emergency response mode” after the US imposed 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. The move underscores the US’ focus on reducing the US trade deficit. India had been bracing for tariffs from the Trump administration, while also trying to stay ahead of them. India cut tariffs on several goods…
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Science and Indian economics are in five charts
India spent less than 1% of its GDP on research and development in 2020, the most recent year for which data is available. China spent more than 2% of its GDP on research, while Brazil spent proportionately more. India has considered reorganizing its institutions to generate critical mass, enable more cross-disciplinary research and encourage partnerships…
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There is a need for renewable energy in the region
India’s electricity demand is expected to increase due to its rapid economic growth and transition to a low-carbon economy, a report by the McKinsey & Co said. It added that India will become the world’s third-largest power market by 2022 with a CAGR of 15.8%. India is the world’s largest producer of wind power and…
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Zelensky wants Modi’s help with the peace plan
India has said that it is increasing purchases of Russian oil to protect its interests as a country where income levels aren’t high. This comes amid tensions between the two countries following Russia’s involvement in the Ukraine conflict. India also said that it is trying to boost trade ties with Russia and keep its neighbour…
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International students are returning to the United States but will they stay?
International students from India have seen a 50% increase in students from India over the past two years, which accounts for 23% of all international students. Around 27% of the international student body came from China. The last academic year also saw an increase in the number of first- and second-year students from countries in…