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world15 days ago•5 min saved

Modi Calls for Austerity: Cut Gold Purchases and Foreign Travel as Iran War Strains India's Economy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indians to conserve energy and reduce spending on fuel, fertilizer, and travel to shore up India’s finances amid the economic fallout of the Iran war. He pressed citizens to buy less gold, have more solar-powered solutions, work from home, and use electric vehicles and carpooling to save foreign exchange as the rupee weakens and deficits widen, a move aiming to protect forex reserves amid Hormuz blockade and rising inflation.

via The New York Times|

#foreign-travel #gold-imports #india-economy

world16 days ago•10 min saved

Modi’s nationwide comeback redraws India’s political map

Two years after losing a parliamentary majority, Modi’s BJP has swept multiple state victories—including West Bengal and Assam—expanding its reach to 22 of 36 states and paving the way for a possible fourth term in 2029. The comeback stems from Modi’s populist blend of robust infrastructure growth, extensive welfare schemes and relentless campaigning. Critics warn that Hindu nationalism and perceived tilt toward powerful institutions threaten India’s secular democracy, while opponents fault disunity; nonetheless the BJP’s grassroots revival marks a dramatic reshaping of India’s political map.

via Financial Times|

#bharatiya-janata-party #hindu-nationalism #indian-politics

world22 days ago•11 min saved

Modi's Bengal Victory Amplifies Questions About India's Democratic Trajectory

Modi’s BJP won West Bengal for the first time, a watershed that, alongside gains in Assam and other states, reshapes India’s political map and sparks debate over whether the country is moving toward one‑party dominance. The piece also highlights concerns about electoral integrity and the fragility of free and fair elections in a democracy marked by rising religious polarization and contested regional dynamics.

via Al Jazeera|

#bjp #democracy #elections

world1 month ago•13 min saved

New Delhi summit sets course to reach $50B in India–South Korea trade by 2030

India and South Korea pledged to nearly double bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030 after Modi and Lee Jae Myung signed MoUs and agreements in New Delhi, signaling deeper cooperation across sectors.

via AP News|

#2030 #india #modi

israel-news2 months ago•8 min saved

Modi pens handwritten front-page note on Jerusalem Post amid Israel visit

During a two-day Israel visit, Indian PM Narendra Modi met The Jerusalem Post at the King David Hotel and wrote a handwritten Hindi message on the paper’s front page—'Humanity will remain supreme' and 'Democracy will remain eternal'—as talks focused on defense, trade, and technology. After addressing the Knesset, Modi highlighted shared values and the visit yielded expanded defense cooperation, steps toward a free-trade agreement, and 50,000 additional Indian work visas for Israelis.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#india-israel-relations #israel #israel-news

world3 months ago•45 min saved

Modi Pushes India’s AI Ambitions at Delhi Summit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi uses the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi to project India as a rising tech power, hosting OpenAI, Google and other leaders while pursuing a global-reset amid a turbulent year marked by tensions with Pakistan and US trade frictions; the event underscores India’s rapid AI push across sectors and its expanding trade ties with the US and EU to elevate its standing on the world stage.

via Bloomberg.com|

#artificial-intelligence #geopolitics #india

politics3 months ago•2 min saved

Trump unveils U.S.-India trade deal to cut tariffs to 18% and curb Russian oil imports

Trump announced a U.S.-India trade agreement that lowers reciprocal tariffs to 18%, with Modi confirming the plan and India agreeing to reduce Russian oil purchases while increasing imports of U.S. energy and goods.

via CBS News|

#india #modi #politics

world3 months ago•3 min saved

Trump and Modi seal US-India trade pact, slashing tariffs and shifting energy sourcing

Trump announced a US-India trade deal that cuts the reciprocal tariff from 25% to 18% on Indian goods and zeroes US tariffs on many Indian products, while Modi pledged to buy more American goods and stop buying Russian oil (potentially shifting energy sourcing toward the US and Venezuela), signaling a closer bilateral economic partnership.

via CNBC|

#modi #tariffs #trade-deal

world4 months ago•4 min saved

India-US trade talks faltered amid communication gaps and political tensions

India denies that the US trade deal stalled because Modi didn't call Trump, despite claims by US officials; negotiations continue with key issues like agriculture and tariffs remaining unresolved, amid strained relations and ongoing discussions.

via BBC|

#india #modi #tariffs

world4 months ago•5 min saved

Modi Confronts Trump’s Revival Amid US Moves on Maduro

The article discusses India's complex diplomatic and economic challenges in 2023, including US warnings related to Venezuela and Russian oil, while highlighting the rapid growth of India's billionaire founders and the booming wealth management industry. It also touches on India's geopolitical tensions and domestic economic developments.

via Bloomberg.com|

#india #modi #trump

world5 months ago•1 min saved

The Evolution and Resilience of Hindu Nationalism in India

The article discusses the rise of Hindu nationalism in India, driven by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), which has transformed India's secular identity into a Hindu-first nation over the past decade, with significant influence on politics, culture, and education under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

via The New York Times|

#hindu-first-powerhouse #hindu-nationalism #india

politics6 months ago•4 min saved

Bihar Assembly Elections 2025: Key Trends and Political Stakes

Millions in Bihar are voting in a crucial state election that tests Prime Minister Modi's party amid economic pressures, caste divisions, and local issues, with the BJP relying on regional alliances and controversial tactics, while facing challenges from opposition fragmentation and concerns over election fairness.

via The Washington Post|

#bihar-elections #bjp #india

world7 months ago•2 min saved

India questions Trump’s claim on Russian oil purchase commitments

India has denied claims by Donald Trump that Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed to stop buying Russian oil, highlighting ongoing tensions with the US over energy and geopolitical issues, while maintaining its relationship with Russia.

via The Guardian|

#india #modi #oil

world7 months ago•3 min saved

India's Russian Oil Purchases: Clarifications Amid Trump’s Claims

Indian officials denied any conversation between Modi and Trump about stopping Russian oil purchases, contradicting Trump's claim that Modi pledged to do so. India continues to buy Russian oil, citing market needs, despite US pressure and tariffs. The situation highlights ongoing tensions over energy policies and trade relations between India, the US, and Russia.

via The Washington Post|

#india #modi #oil

world7 months ago•2 min saved

Trump Claims Modi Will Halt Russian Oil Imports

Donald Trump claims that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured him India will stop buying Russian oil soon, as part of US efforts to cut off Moscow's energy funding amid the Ukraine conflict. Despite India's reliance on Russian crude and its stance of neutrality, the US is pressuring India and other countries to cease Russian oil imports, leading to diplomatic tensions. Trump also aims to persuade China to follow suit.

via BBC|

#india #modi #oil