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23 hours ago

"I don't think I could ever get bored of this country": Ed Sheeran takes us with him

Ed Sheeran has been all over the world. The singer-songwriter - one of the best-selling musicians of all time, with multiple Grammy and BRIT Awards, an Ivor Novello, an Emmy and even an MBE for services to music - has toured the world thrice over for his music (The Plus Tour, The Multiply Tour and The Divide Tour). These world tours have taken him everywhere from Belgium, Lithuania and Bulgaria and Bhutan, China and Bahrain,
Music
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

U.S. and Indian VCs just formed a $1B+ alliance to fund India's deep tech startups | TechCrunch

Called the India Deep Tech Investment Alliance, the group brings together Celesta Capital, Accel, Blume Ventures, Gaja Capital, Ideaspring Capital, Premji Invest, Tenacity Ventures, and Venture Catalysts, the firms said in a joint statement on Tuesday. The launch follows the Indian government's approval of a ₹1 trillion (approximately $11 billion) Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) scheme, announced in the national budget earlier this year to boost deep tech R&D.
Venture
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Is India's E20 fuel rollout damaging engines? DW 09/01/2025

Nationwide rollout of 20% ethanol-blended petrol (E20) is linked to reported vehicle performance issues and increased maintenance costs, prompting legal and consumer pushback.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Don't let a selfie be the end of you

Risky selfies in India caused numerous deaths, prompting police-identified danger zones, media campaigns and a safety app, yet dangerous selfie incidents continue to occur.
Public health
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Deadliest country to take a selfie revealed - as the UK makes the list

Selfie-taking causes numerous worldwide fatalities; India accounts for over 40% due to hazardous environments and strong social media culture.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 week ago

International Students Face Visa Issues Into Fall Semester

The backlog in visa appointments dates to the Trump administration's pause on all student visa interviews in late May, after which the government began mandating social media reviews for all F-1 visa applicants. Some experts argue that the mandatory social media reviews have also extended the visa process by adding more responsibilities to the workload of consulate staff. Since then, experts have speculated about how significant the drop in international student enrollment will be this fall.
Higher education
#openai
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI announces New Delhi office as it expands footprint in India | TechCrunch

OpenAI will open its first Indian office in New Delhi, assemble a local team, and tailor products, partnerships, and events to the Indian market.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Mobile UX

Think ChatGPT is growing fast in the US? Take a look at India.

OpenAI is poised to dominate India's mobile-first AI market driven by youth and high mobile penetration, despite monetization challenges.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI announces New Delhi office as it expands footprint in India | TechCrunch

World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Are India's bulldozer demolitions delivering justice or targeting Muslims?

Bulldozing by authorities in India has demolished many homes and businesses, disproportionately affecting Muslims and marginalized groups amid contested legality claims.
#apple
fromPrx
2 weeks ago

The World

China and India are re-evaluating their historical relationship, possibly seeing each other as allies rather than adversaries due to changes in US trade policies.
Europe politics
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

India's government to propose blanket ban on real-money gaming | TechCrunch

"No bank, financial institution, or any other person facilitating financial transactions or authorization of funds shall engage in, permit, aid, abet, induce, or otherwise facilitate any transaction or authorization of funds towards payment for any online money gaming service."
E-Commerce
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

CPG startup Keychain snags $30M to build in India, grow in the U.S. | TechCrunch

Keychain has raised $30 million to expand its Indian development team, which aims to enhance growth in North America.
Digital life
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

OpenAI launches a sub $5 ChatGPT plan in India | TechCrunch

New ChatGPT subscription plan, ChatGPT Go, launched in India priced at ₹399 per month, offers significantly enhanced features.
E-Commerce
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Linktree goes dark in India - and the company isn't sure why | TechCrunch

Linktree is currently inaccessible in India due to a potential government blockage.
fromtechcrunch.com
3 weeks ago

Perplexity now supports live earnings call transcripts for Indian stocks

Perplexity is enhancing its Finance dashboard by adding live transcriptions of quarterly earnings calls for Indian public companies and providing a schedule for post-results conference calls.
Tech industry
#russian-oil
#russia
Tech industry
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

India laments missing out on global chipmaking dominance

India is becoming a global chipmaking contender with six semiconductor facilities under construction and more on the way.
#electric-vehicles
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Flooding kills over 300 people in Pakistan, India DW 08/15/2025

"So far, across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, more than 110 people have died due to cloudbursts, flash floods and roof collapses," PDMA spokesperson Anwar Shehzad told the AFP news agency.
World news
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Oracle cuts cloud jobs, Seattle hit hard, as AI spending up

A staffer familiar with the matter, who asked not to be identified, told The Register that the figure seems low, citing allegations that Microsoft's recent layoff notices failed to count those let go who worked remotely. "It feels like that happened here too, the reported numbers don't quite match up with what my network is saying," our source said, adding that a massive number of employees in India are being let go and that several offices may be closed.
US politics
#floods
fromBBC News
9 years ago

What's your patience with online ads?

In Asia, internet users are more likely to watch advertisements rather than flick them away, showcasing a significant cultural difference in engagement with marketing content.
E-Commerce
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

India: Can solar-powered cold storage save crops in Bihar? DW 08/15/2025

In India, inadequate cold-chain infrastructure and soaring heat are taking a heavy toll on farmers. Roughly 25-35% of fruits and vegetables spoil before reaching market, leading to a loss of about $11.5 billion yearly.
Agriculture
fromBitcoin Magazine
3 weeks ago

India's First Bitcoin Think Tank Launches On Independence Day. Its Mission? Financial Sovereignty

The Bitcoin Policy Institute of India advocates for Bitcoin as a strategic tool for securing India's economic future, linking independence and financial sovereignty.
Cryptocurrency
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Kashmir: Flash flood kills dozens in Himalayan village DW 08/14/2025

Flooding in a Himalayan village in Kashmir resulted in at least 37 deaths and around 150 injuries due to a cloudburst.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

New Delhi's garbage mountains become heat bombs for India's waste pickers

Informal waste pickers in New Delhi face extreme heat and hazardous conditions, leading to health issues such as eye infections and reduced working capacity.
fromGSMArena.com
4 weeks ago

Realme P4 Series India launch scheduled for August 20

The Realme P4 Pro will be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC and is claimed to be the first phone in its price segment to feature a dedicated graphics chip - Hyper Vision AI. It is teased to offer 144FPS and ultra HD graphics in select games.
Gadgets
E-Commerce
fromTechCrunch
4 weeks ago

Why investors just bet $85M on this Indian company's generic drug strategy | TechCrunch

Truemeds assists chronic patients in India by offering lower-cost generic medication alternatives, responding to the challenge of medicine affordability.
fromAxios
1 month ago

Trump gambles years of China strategy in quest to secure trade deal

Trump's staggering 50% tariffs on India, punishment for buying Russian oil, threaten to unravel years of calculated U.S. efforts to position New Delhi against China.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

India says six Pakistani aircraft shot down during May conflict

India's air defence systems downed most of the Pakistani aircraft during recent fighting, including five fighter jets and one large aircraft.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

India may pause plans to buy US arms after Trump's tariffs: Report

India claims reports of a pause in arms procurement due to US tariffs are false, and procurement processes are continuing.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

India reacts to Trump's 50% tariffs with pause on U.S. weapons purchase

India has decided to halt the procurement of new U.S. weapons and aircraft, reacting to the 25% tariffs imposed by President Trump, which has significantly strained bilateral ties.
US politics
#smartphone
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Gaya International Airport will keep 'GAY' code, despite conservative push to change it

Bhim Singh, a member of the Indian Parliament's upper house Rajya Sabha, recently submitted a written inquiry pressuring the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to change the code, claiming it makes people "uncomfortable." Singh said in his inquiry that the abbreviation is "socially and culturally offensive" and that it should be changed to "a more respectful and culturally appropriate code."
LGBT
#tariffs
fromFortune Asia
1 month ago
US politics

Trump hikes tariffs on India to 50%, scrambling the country's plans to be an alternative to China

fromFast Company
1 month ago
US politics

Trump doubles India's tariffs to 50% after oil trade with Russia

Trump signed an executive order for a 25% tariff on India's Russian oil purchases, totaling 50% tariffs overall.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US politics

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on India over ties to Russia and Brics bloc

The U.S. is increasing tariffs on India to 50% as retaliation for India's oil imports from Russia.
fromFortune Asia
1 month ago
US politics

Trump hikes tariffs on India to 50%, scrambling the country's plans to be an alternative to China

US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump doubles tariffs on India, jeopardizing longstanding ties

India's Prime Minister Modi stands firm against Trump’s tariff threats over Russian oil purchases.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

You'll Find The Cheapest Eggs Worldwide In This Country - Tasting Table

India offers the cheapest eggs globally, with a dozen costing approximately 66 cents, thanks to an efficient poultry industry.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Greetings from Gujarat, India, where a banyan tree is a place for rest, prayers and play

Banyan trees symbolize life and provide shade while representing cultural significance amidst daily struggles in India.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump threatens to take federal control' of DC after Doge staffer attack US politics live updates

Donald Trump threatens federal takeover of Washington DC and imposes tariffs on India.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Next up, the Ashes and England will need Ben Stokes at his all-round best | Ali Martin

The England-India epic that ended up like two weary prizefighters trading blows will live long in the memory, a 2-2 classic deserving immense credit for players on both sides.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

At least four dead, dozens missing as flash floods hit north India village

A sudden flow of debris and water surged through Dharali village in the Kheer Gad area near Harsil, prompted by a massive mudslide. Videos showed a terrifying surge of muddy water sweeping away buildings.
Black Lives Matter
Women
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

What's the secret to India's moves to conquer the global chess scene?

Divya Deshmukh's victory in the FIDE Women's Chess World Cup highlights India's rising prominence in global chess.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Jeh Aerospace nets $11M to scale the commercial aircraft supply chain in India | TechCrunch

Jeh Aerospace is addressing supply chain issues in aerospace by producing key components more efficiently.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Here's when the familiar-looking Poco M7 Plus is coming

Poco M7 Plus, a rebranded Redmi 15 5G, is set for launch in India with competitive specs.
fromAxios
1 month ago

Trump threatens higher India tariffs, accuses it of funding war in Ukraine

India is not only buying massive amounts of Russian Oil, they are then, for much of the Oil purchased, selling it on the Open Market for big profits.
US politics
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Barriers to BIM: Why India's Construction Culture Slows Technology Adoption

Building Information Modeling (BIM) faces adoption challenges in India due to cultural barriers and planning practices.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Philippines, India hold first joint naval drill in disputed South China Sea

The two-day joint military deployment that kicked off on Sunday is likely to anger China, which claims nearly the entire key waterway and has separate territorial disputes with the two Asian countries.
US politics
Venture
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I moved from Tokyo to Bengaluru to launch a VC office. I had to convince my wife, but now we love raising kids and working in India.

Shun Sagara moved from Tokyo to Bengaluru in 2023 to expand his Japanese VC firm, investing in startups with potential for global leadership.
#cricket
#travel
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

At least six killed in crowd crush at Hindu temple in India's Haridwar

Panic from a falling power line resulted in a stampede, leading to at least six deaths and numerous injuries in Haridwar, Uttarakhand.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

India: Modi boosts Maldives ties as China looms DW 07/26/2025

Indian Prime Minister Modi's visit to the Maldives aimed to strengthen political and economic relations amidst Maldives' drift towards China.
Digital life
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

India bans streaming apps you've never heard of - but millions watch | TechCrunch

India has ordered the blocking of 25 streaming services for allegedly promoting obscene content.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Joe Root hits new milestones as century cements England dominance against India

Joe Root's remarkable 150 off 248 balls marked his 38th Test century, bringing his career total to 13,409 runs, surpassing Ricky Ponting on the all-time list.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
1 month ago

'Democratizing space' requires addressing questions of sustainability and sovereignty

India's successful moon landing in August 2023 marked its entry into an elite group of countries capable of lunar exploration, symbolizing cultural significance alongside scientific achievement.
Science
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Redmi Note 14 SE 5G is coming, main specs already officially revealed

The Redmi Note 14 SE 5G launches in India on July 28 with prominent specifications including a 120 Hz display and 50 MP camera.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

India: Man caught running fake embassy near Delhi DW 07/24/2025

A man ran a fake embassy in New Delhi, duping individuals for money through false promises of overseas employment.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

India PM Modi in UK to sign 'landmark' trade deal with Starmer

India and the UK are set to announce a landmark free trade deal to cut tariffs and boost bilateral trade.
Mental health
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

India: What is behind the rise in student suicides? DW 07/23/2025

Student suicides in India account for 7.6% of total deaths, with about 13,000 cases annually, driven by academic pressure and lack of support.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Indian police arrest man accused of running fake embassy

The suspect impersonated an ambassador and allegedly duped people for money by promising overseas employment, said the senior police officer Sushil Ghule of Uttar Pradesh state's special taskforce.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Indian prime minister makes UK state visit to sign landmark trade deal

This landmark free trade agreement between India and the UK marks a significant post-Brexit deal for Britain and furthers India's global economic partnerships.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

India win women's ODI series decider as Kaur century gives England mountain to climb

India secured a 13-run win at Chester-le-Street against England, concluding their tour successfully with a 2-1 ODI series victory despite England's valiant effort at chasing down 319 runs.
Soccer (FIFA)
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

In India, caste still defines who cleans cities DW 07/22/2025

77% of India's sewer workers are from the Dalit community, indicating pervasive caste discrimination in sanitation services.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

China starts construction of world's biggest hydropower dam in Tibet

China is constructing a mega-dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River, projected to be the largest hydroelectric source globally.
fromGadgets 360
1 month ago

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Series Now Available for Pre-Order in India

The Galaxy Watch 8 is available in 40mm and 44mm sizes, while the Classic variant is offered in a 46mm version, priced from Rs. 32,999.
Gadgets
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

China begins construction on world's largest dam in Tibet DW 07/21/2025

China begins construction of the world's largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo river, sparking concerns from neighboring countries and NGOs.
E-Commerce
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Tesla loses its charm for India's loyalists - even as Musk finally delivers | TechCrunch

Tesla's first showroom in India opens, but early backers express disappointment and frustrations over delays and lack of communication.
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