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Bimla Bissell, Ambassadors’ Aide and a Social Hub in India, Dies at 92
Her home drew generations of heads of state, diplomats, journalists and artists, who relied on her for her political acumen and were buoyed by her friendship.The New York Times - Jan. 22 -
McCullum feels need for T20 speed in England’s daunting India series
This new job could be tougher than the one he already had and adding pace to the bowling attack is priority No 1. When named England’s Test coach in 2022 , Brendon McCullum explained he didn’t ...The Guardian - Jan. 21 -
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Wood returns for England's first T20 against India
Fast bowler Mark Wood will play for the first time since August in England's first T20 against India in Kolkata on Wednesday.BBC News - Jan. 21 -
The fight over land holding back India’s green energy revolution
Competing demand for space is leading to bitter disputes between companies and the people who rely on farming to make a livingFinancial Times - Jan. 21 -
India’s Economy Slows Down Just When It Was Supposed to Speed Up
Industrial growth, the stock market and the rupee are sinking, and most consumers earn too little to buoy them, stymieing India’s drive to become a developed economy.The New York Times - Jan. 21 -
Few buyers for India’s new electric cars
Also in this newsletter: Meta’s troubles with the competition commission, and Gautami Gavankar’s mantraFinancial Times - Jan. 21 -
Trump’s Unlikely Return to Power
Donald J. Trump is returning to the White House in a far stronger position. He’s facing a depleted opposition and a more compliant Congress. Jonathan Swan, a politics reporter for The New York ...The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
Trump returns to the White House
Incoming president to issue executive orders on deportations, tariffs and cuts to regulationFinancial Times - Jan. 20 -
Fire tears through tents at India's mega Hindu festival but causes no injuries
A fire has torn through at least 18 temporary tents at a massive Hindu festival thronged by millions of people in India’s northern Prayagraj cityABC News - Jan. 19 -
Ukraine Braces for Trump’s Return
Soldiers and civilians alike say that after so much loss, the new U.S. president must push for a just settlement, not peace at any cost.The New York Times - Jan. 19 -
Trump’s Return Has Unnerved World Leaders. But Not India.
An upward trajectory in relations is “almost inevitable,” the U.S. ambassador, Eric Garcetti, said in an interview before leaving his post.The New York Times - Jan. 19 -
Shein backlash divides shoppers: 'Everywhere else is too expensive'
Some young shoppers will continue to buy from the fast fashion giant despite concerns over how workers are treated.BBC News - Jan. 19 -
Police volunteer in India convicted in rape, murder of doctor
Protests erupted in West Bengal last August after the body of a trainee doctor was found with multiple injuries in a hospital lecture hall.CBS News - Jan. 18 -
Man found guilty in India doctor rape and murder case
Sanjay Roy faces life imprisonment or the death penalty over the charges he denies.BBC News - Jan. 18 -
Temples, treasures and trade: The astonishing legacy of India's Chola dynasty
The Cholas were a powerful south Indian dynasty known for military conquests, grand temples and shaping global trade and culture.BBC News - Jan. 18 -
Bitkraft Ventures hires Anuj Tandon to kick off game investments in India
Anuj Tandon has joined Bitkraft Ventures, a seed-stage investor for interactive media and games, as partner focused on the fast-growing Indian game market.VentureBeat - Jan. 17 -
India is staring at an 'oil shock' as U.S. sanctions on Russian crude loom
India is now staring at the possibility of an oil shock after the U.S. decided to implement sweeping sanctions on Russia's oil industry.CNBC - Jan. 17 -
India’s best cities to work in?
Also in this newsletter, IT sector pins hopes on Trump’s America and trade deficit narrowsFinancial Times - Jan. 17 -
India Edges Closer to Acknowledging Role in Plot to Kill American
A government inquiry called for legal action against an unnamed person involved in the foiled conspiracy.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 16 -
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Why global stars like Coldplay and Ed Sheeran are hitting India
Coldplay and Ed Sheeran are set to start their tours to sell-out crowds in the country.BBC News - Jan. 15 -
Ash-smeared holy men lead India bathing spectacle
Millions are taking a dip in the sacred Ganges river on the first major bathing day of Kumbh Mela festival.BBC News - Jan. 13 -
India's Modi marks the opening of a strategic tunnel in disputed Kashmir
India’s prime minister marked the opening of a tunnel in the northeast of disputed Kashmir that will grant all-year accessibility to a town that is isolated by heavy snow each winterABC News - Jan. 13 -
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In photos: World's biggest religious festival begins in India
The Maha Kumbh is a colourful religious festival where millions gather in Prayagraj city to take a holy dip.BBC News - Jan. 13 -
Air India chief hails ‘climb’ phase in carrier’s ‘national mission’ of revival
Former state-run airline now owned by Tata is spending billions to win back customers who had lost faith in its serviceFinancial Times - Jan. 13 -
The truth behind your £10 dress: Inside the Chinese factories fuelling Shein's success
Workers making clothes for the fast fashion giant tell the BBC they labour for up to 75 hours a week.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
Millions start bathing in holy rivers at India's biggest Hindu festival
The Hindu festival of Kumbh Mela, described as humanity's biggest gathering, begins in India's Prayagraj.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
A murder that shook British India and toppled a king
A businessman was shot dead in India 100 years ago. Then, a sensational tale unfolded.BBC News - Jan. 12 -
MPs urge checks as Shein refuses to answer questions
The chair of a committee of MPs has written to the London Stock Exchange with concerns over the fashion retailer.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Senior Labour MP raises ‘concerns’ with City regulator over planned Shein listing
Trade committee chair Liam Byrne writes to FCA and London Stock Exchange after questioning of fast-fashion groupFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
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Nadella’s micro gift to India
Also in this newsletter: the bull run in defence stocks, and the car industry’s software problemFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
At least 6 die in a stampede at a temple in southern India, a report says
At least six people have died and dozens are injured after a stampede among hundreds at the entry of a temple in southern IndiaABC News - Jan. 8
