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Musk vs. Modi Behind the Legal Battle Over India's Expanding Internet Censorship

Musk vs. Modi: Behind the Legal Battle Over India’s Expanding Internet Censorship

A quiet digital war is unfolding between Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government, spotlighting the future of free speech in one of the world’s largest democracies. At the heart of the conflict: India’s increasingly aggressive internet censorship, powered by new regulations, expanded takedown powers, and a government-run censorship portal. What’s […]

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RBI Holds Rates Steady But Flags Growth Risks Amid U.S. Tariff Threats

RBI Holds Rates Steady But Flags Growth Risks Amid U.S. Tariff Threats

India’s central bank kept its key interest rate unchanged on Wednesday, as expected, but flagged rising global headwinds — particularly the economic impact of steep new U.S. tariffs on Indian exports. With inflation low but external risks climbing, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) appears to be treading cautiously as it weighs its next moves.

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Tariff Toll Yet to Deter Stock Bulls

Tariff Toll Yet to Deter Stock Bulls

Despite mounting evidence of economic stress from U.S. tariffs, equity markets continue to show surprising resilience. What’s Going On: Yet… investors seem undeterred. After dipping on jobs data, markets bounced back — a “buy-the-dip” mindset continues to dominate. Meanwhile in Tech: Global Market Pulse: Currencies & Bonds: What to Watch Today: Trump’s upcoming Fed pick

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Trump Threatens India with Higher Tariffs Over Russian Oil Purchases, Delhi Pushes Back

Trump Threatens India with Higher Tariffs Over Russian Oil Purchases, Delhi Pushes Back

Tensions between the U.S. and India deepened on Monday after the former U.S. President Donald Trump again threatened steep tariffs on Indian imports in retaliation for India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. New Delhi dismissed the criticism as “unjustified” and defended its energy strategy as a necessity driven by global conditions. What Happened In a

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Europe’s Ageing Power Plants Set for AI-Driven Digital Makeover

Europe’s Ageing Power Plants Set for AI-Driven Digital Makeover

As Europe pushes towards decarbonization and phasing out coal plants, a surprising transformation is underway. Big Tech players like Microsoft and Amazon are repurposing old coal and gas power stations into AI-powered data centers, driven by soaring demand for computing power and energy access. What’s Happening Utilities across Europe — including Engie (France), RWE (Germany),

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Nissan Begins Union Talks to Cut Jobs at European HQ Amid Global Restructuring

Nissan Begins Union Talks to Cut Jobs at European HQ Amid Global Restructuring

Nissan Motor Co. has initiated formal negotiations with staff representatives at its European regional office in France, with plans that will include job reductions as part of a sweeping global overhaul. Affected Location: What’s Happening: Part of a Larger Shake-Up: Broader Impact: Company Statement: “We are working diligently and respectfully with all parties to ensure

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