Indonesia refuses to BACK DOWN from BRICS, despite US 10% tariff threat
โWe see this as part of the consequences of joining BRICS, and we will have to face it.โ
โ Indonesia State Sec. Prasetyo Hadi
#Geopolitics
โWe see this as part of the consequences of joining BRICS, and we will have to face it.โ
โ Indonesia State Sec. Prasetyo Hadi
#Geopolitics
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Indiaโs steel imports are slowing as domestic prices undercut Chinese shipments. Hot-rolled coil (HRC) prices in India have dropped to โน52,000/ton, while Chinese HRC lands at โน54,000โโน56,000/ton. This reversal boosts local producers. #MakeInIndia
https://t.co/zF4nqZ2krC
https://t.co/zF4nqZ2krC
BusinessLine
Indiaโs steel import juggernaut stalls; domestic prices now cheaper than Chinese shipments
India's steel imports drop by 30% in Q1FY26 due to safeguard duties, giving domestic steel a pricing edge over Chinese imports.
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India ranks 3rd in #research output among G20, up from 9th in 2013, with 180K papers in 2024. Citation impact rose to 0.89 (from 0.73 in 2015). Intโl collaborations at 35.6%. A volume-to-value shift is clearly underway.
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https://t.co/wNz2ENsnho
Academia and Government
Insights from the G20 Scorecard: Indiaโs Research Rise
India is rapidly expanding its research output and policy ambitions, but how close is it to matching Mainland Chinaโs scientific rise? This blog uses the G20 research and innovation scorecard 2025 to explore Indiaโs progress in R&D, its policy landscape,โฆ
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National Commission of ST Panel Blocks RTI on Great Nicobar Project, says sharing info would breach Parliamentary Privilege
#NationalSecurity
#NationalSecurity
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Maharashtra Assembly has Passed the Special Public Security Bill.
โ Targets unlawful activities of LEFT WING EXTREMISM & URBAN NAXAL NETWORKS.
#NationalSecurity
โ Targets unlawful activities of LEFT WING EXTREMISM & URBAN NAXAL NETWORKS.
#NationalSecurity
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Update: 7 out of 9 terror camps hit in #OpSindoor were hit by GPS-guided Excalibur rounds fired from M777 Ultra-light howitzers.
India is planning to place more orders to the US for M777s. #Defence
India is planning to place more orders to the US for M777s. #Defence
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As part of the series of ongoing efforts to improve โEase of Doing Scienceโ in the country, yet another key milestone change, the Public Procurement exemption limit is now increased from Rs 5 Lakhs to 50 Lakhs. This amendment is applicable to the procurement of scientific equipment and consumables by the R&D establishments and Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) having doctoral programs. #Research #Policy #Reforms
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Tokyo should make more efforts to become less dependent from the United States in areas of Security, Energy and Food
โ Japan PM Shigeru Ishiba
#InternationalNews #NWO
โ Japan PM Shigeru Ishiba
#InternationalNews #NWO
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India is rapidly reducing its dependence on China for bulk drugs. API imports from China dropped below 60% in FY24, down from 67% in FY21. With 51 bulk drug parks and PLI incentives, India is turning the tables in pharma self-reliance. #Health #Medicine #aatmanirbharbharat
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https://t.co/DgeZI8KaJ5
Financial Express
China now fighting a losing battle in Indiaโs bulk drugs market
While India's Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) has spurred Rs 4,254 crore in domestic investment and lowered local drug input costs, it hasn't significantly reduced reliance on Chinese imports.
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Apollo AyurVAID plans to expand to 1,000 beds by 2028, tapping into Indiaโs booming medical tourism and wellness sectors. With a focus on integrative Ayurveda, the chain aims to meet rising global demand for evidence-based traditional care. #Health
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https://t.co/QYpKYPsXRG
Business-Standard
Apollo AyurVAID aims for 1,000 beds by 2028, eyes โน500 crore turnover
Apollo AyurVAID, one of India's largest Ayurvedic hospital chains, targets 1,000 beds and Rs 500 crore turnover by 2028, as demand for Ayurvedic treatments rises
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A top official from the Prime Ministerโs Office on Wednesday received a briefing from HAL on the current status of the Tejas LCA Mk-1A, whose deliveries have been delayed. #Defence
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Deccan Herald
HAL Progress Check: PMO Reviews Tejas Jet Status Amid Engine Supply Lag
Aero Watch: With GEโs F-404 engine delays holding back Tejas Mk-1A rollout, PMO assesses HALโs production and future delivery plans.
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Pakistan's strike attempt on India through so called 'Op Bunyan um Marsoos' on 10th May was a total failure whereas India successfully damaged 13 PAF airbases/installations
โ NSA Ajit Doval
#OpSindoor #NationalSecurity
โ NSA Ajit Doval
#OpSindoor #NationalSecurity
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After chile , Argentina
Australia has reaffirmed its commitment to becoming a key supplier of critical elements such as rare earth to India amid rising global demand for rare earth elements and a surge in electric vehicle production. #EV #ForeignAffairs
https://www.autocarpro.in/news/india-big-in-manufacturing-while-australia-has-critical-minerals-like-rare-earths-says-australian-high-commissioner-127423
Australia has reaffirmed its commitment to becoming a key supplier of critical elements such as rare earth to India amid rising global demand for rare earth elements and a surge in electric vehicle production. #EV #ForeignAffairs
https://www.autocarpro.in/news/india-big-in-manufacturing-while-australia-has-critical-minerals-like-rare-earths-says-australian-high-commissioner-127423
Autocar Professional
Australia Says Willing to be Long Term Rare Earth Supplier to India
India seeks long-term, reliable sources of rare earths as part of efforts to reduce dependence on China
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Forwarded from Defence Squad (๐๐๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ ๐ก๐๐ฅ๐๐ฌ๐๐ก ๐ฆ๐๐ก๐๐๐ฎ๐ณ)
Balochistan: Severe wave of armed operations across Balochistan, more than 50 attacks in several districts including Kharan, Ketch, Sabi, Qalat, Quetta, Mustang, Jhao, Naseerabad, Khuzdar, Dalbandin in the last 24 hours.
Armed men targeted forces, police, checkpoints, government projects, communication towers, and security installations. Road blockades, ambush attacks and surveillance equipment destroyed in many areas.
Armed men targeted forces, police, checkpoints, government projects, communication towers, and security installations. Road blockades, ambush attacks and surveillance equipment destroyed in many areas.
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The Indian #Railways is set to phase out general ticket counters, handing over unreserved ticketing to private agencies under UTS 2.0. The goal: decongest stations, modernize operations, and make ticketing fully digital for seamless passenger experience. #Reforms
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https://t.co/lzJvZX0d4A
@mathrubhumi
Indian Railways to phase out general ticket counters; private agencies to take over
Indian Railways to phase out regular ticket counters and permanent staff, shifting unreserved ticket sales to private agents and mobile UTS assistants under a nationwide restructuring plan
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India's PLI scheme for #textiles has catalyzed โน7,343 crore in investments so far, across 56 approved applicants. Aimed at boosting high-value MMF apparel and technical textiles, the scheme is also expected to generate 2.5 lakh jobs and drive exports.
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BusinessLine
PLI scheme facilitates โน7,343 cr investment in textiles
The Production Linked Incentive scheme for textiles drives innovation, investment, and competitiveness in India's technical textiles sector.
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India has launched its largest-ever offshore #oil and gas exploration tender, offering 20 blocks across 9 sedimentary basins. The move aims to boost domestic energy output, attract global investors, and reduce import dependence amid rising energy demand.
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https://t.co/hBY61RgItM
Oil Price
India Launches Largest-Ever Offshore Exploration Tender
India has launched its largest-ever oil and gas licensing round under OALP-X to boost domestic production and reduce its record-high dependence on crude oil imports.
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