Deadly attacks in India and Pakistan reignite cross-border suspicions
India has frequently accused Pakistan of supporting terror activities against it over the disputed region of Kashmir, which is claimed in full by both countries.
Nirmala Ganapathy
In India’s Bihar, parties woo restless Gen Z voters but jobs promises raise doubts
Caste loyalties remain a strong influence, but some youth are drawn to new parties like Jan Suraaj, which rejects caste politics and emphasises future prospects.
Singaporean firms see growing opportunities in India’s semiconductor sector
People-to-people and business ties between India and Singapore are strengthening as India races to build a semiconductor supply chain.
India, Singapore ministers discuss deeper tie-ups in digitalisation, skills, industrial parks
Singaporean firms, aided by government discussions, are expanding into semiconductor manufacturing in India, while Singapore supports India’s upskilling through skills centres.
Can Tesla, VinFast and other foreign EV firms thrive in the Indian market?
India aims for 30% electric car sales by 2030, but faces challenges like price sensitivity and limited charging infrastructure despite having a large car market.
US President Trump ratchets up tariff pressure on India, sparking despair among exporters and growth fears
India hopes to negotiate the tariffs, balancing economic interests, farmer welfare, and relations with both the US and Russia.
US President Trump’s sharp India criticism on tariffs, Russia oil corner PM Modi as rift deepens
India defends its Russian oil imports as necessary for affordable energy, criticising US and EU for targeting India while importing from Russia.
India keen to strike trade deal with US but wary about crossing red lines on agriculture, dairy
India is hesitant about broad tariff reductions due to farmers' political influence and concerns over competition with large US agri-businesses.
New warmth between Taliban and India as visa restrictions ease for Afghans
India ended a near four-year visa freeze and announced a new visa system on April 29 for Afghan students, businessmen and medical tourists – a cautious re-engagement with the…
India, Pakistan compete to sell their feuding narratives abroad. Will this work?
While India accused Pakistan of triggering the hostilities, Pakistan has in turn accused India of being the aggressor, denying Indian allegations that it is abetting terrorism or…