India
Elon Musk accuses certain oligarchs of blocking Starlink launch in India
Elon Musk accused unnamed corporate titans in India of deliberately stalling Starlink's broadband rollout. India's Ministry of Communications dismissed the claims as entirely unfounded.
Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill
President Donald Trump has signed a bipartisan sanctions package targeting Russia's key economic sectors and authorizing steep tariffs on top energy buyers like China and India.
Apple Defends iPhone Repair Terms in India Amid iOS 18 Complaints
India's consumer protection regulator is investigating Apple over software warranty practices after iOS 18 updates allegedly caused hardware damage and steep repair bills.
Xi Jinping to visit India for BRICS summit amid thawing ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit India for the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, marking his first trip in seven years as the two nations work to stabilize relations.
Cheng Chang Fan's viral India romance sparks online speculation
A viral video of Taiwanese actor Cheng Chang Fan at an Indian hotel has ignited widespread speculation and online debate about a potential romance.
Amber to start making Oppo, OnePlus, Realme phones in March 2027 quarter
Amber Enterprises India is entering the mobile sector through a manufacturing partnership with Oppo Mobiles India to produce Oppo, OnePlus, and Realme devices.
India's hydropower output plunges as weak monsoon hits dams
A stalled monsoon has caused a significant drop in India's hydropower output, forcing the grid to lean on coal-fired power to address the energy shortfall. This trend threatens decarbonisation efforts while regional water scarcity impacts agriculture and power-generation targets.