Facing 50% US tariffs, India aggressively pursues new trade pacts with UK, EU, and others to diversify exports and safeguard its manufacturing ambitions. Explore the strategy and key deals.
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BMW Group India achieves its highest-ever annual car sales in 2025, selling 18,001 units. Electric vehicle sales skyrocket by 200%, contributing 21% to total sales. Read the full analysis.
India's exports to China surged 33% to $12.22 billion from April-November 2024-25, driven by electronics, agriculture, and metals. This marks a structural shift as trade with the US faces high tariffs. Read more.
A special NIA court in Chandigarh has begun the process to declare gangster Satwinder Singh alias Goldy Brar a fugitive in a 2023 firing case. He has 30 days to appear. Read the full details.
A Ludhiana carpenter, Joginder Singh, was exposed as Yoginder Singh, a fugitive who murdered his wife in 1992 and jumped parole. Delhi Police's relentless 32-year hunt ends with his arrest. Read the full story.
Arjun Sharma, accused of murdering Nikitha Godishala in Maryland, flew to India the next day. US police are investigating as a social media search intensifies. Read the latest updates.
Japanese giants like MUFG, Nidec, and Polyplastics are setting up tech centres in India. Driven by an ageing population and China risk, they aim to tap India's deep talent pool for AI, cybersecurity, and engineering. Read more.
New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon hails the historic Free Trade Agreement with India as a major boost for jobs, exports, and economic growth. Key details inside.
A Shimla PMLA court declares Ashoni Kanwar & Mandeep Rana fugitive economic offenders for a Rs 387 crore fake degree scam. ED attached assets worth Rs 200 crore. Read the full story.
Nxtcell India appoints Atul Vivek as CEO effective Jan 1, 2026. With 20 years of leadership experience from Realme, Samsung, and others, he will drive Alcatel's smartphone and AIoT expansion. Read more.
Shark Tank India Season 5 premieres Jan 5, 2026, with new sharks joining the panel. Get all details on judges, timing, and where to watch the business reality show.
A 25-year-old Indian woman, Gagandeep Kaur, was found dead in the US. Her ex-boyfriend is the prime suspect and has fled to India. Authorities are seeking justice.
Haryana Police's STF cracks down on overseas crime networks, deporting five gangsters and reporting a significant drop in extortion. Read about their major 2025 operations.
Nikita Godishala, 27, found dead in ex-boyfriend's Columbia apartment. Arjun Sharma, 26, reported her missing before fleeing to India. Police seek murder arrest.
Oshiwara police arrest H Yadav, wanted in a 1994 attempted murder case, from Uttar Pradesh after a three-decade manhunt. Read how pre-election checks led to the breakthrough.
Jovian 'Markie' Markland, 36, arrested in New York on a fugitive warrant. Official records confirm detention, court appearance, and next hearing. No fraud charges verified. Get the full story.
Navsari LCB police arrest Shashibhushan Rajput, who escaped jail in 2000. After a 25-year manhunt across states, he was found working as a painter in Haryana. Read the full story.
Indian companies plan a major hiring surge in 2026, creating 10-12 million jobs. Driven by tech and diversity goals, firms like EY, Tata Motors, and Diageo are expanding teams. Read the full outlook.
India's auto sector ended 2025 with robust growth. JSW MG, Mahindra, Kia & Skoda reported record sales, driven by EVs and strong demand. Get all the key figures and insights here.
Mexican authorities seize 62 luxury motorcycles worth $40M from Ryan Wedding, an ex-Olympian on FBI's Most Wanted list. Read about the international drug trafficking and murder case.
Sandeep Mishra, who escaped in 2012 by throwing chilli powder at cops, was arrested in Banda after police tracked him via his son's wedding. He was living as Pappu Tiwari in Pune. Read the full story.
Sandeep Mishra, a history-sheeter who escaped police custody in 2012, was finally arrested in Banda. Police tracked him down after intercepting a call about his son's wedding. Read the full story of the dramatic capture.
UAE and Ecuador issue joint statement on successful arrest of a criminal listed on Interpol's Red Notice, highlighting international police cooperation. Read the full details.
A US-based vlogger's heartfelt goodbye video from India, filmed on a two-wheeler, goes viral. He shares how the country's warmth and daily life changed his perspective. Read his emotional journey.
India has formally requested the UAE to extradite Hussain Shattaf, the prime accused in the 2006 murder of Merchant Navy Captain Anil Kumar. The case, reopened in 2022, sees a major breakthrough.
India has formally requested the UAE to extradite Hussain Shattaf, a key suspect in the 2006 murder of Captain Virdi. The MEA confirmed the request was sent last week. Read the latest developments.
Former IPL chairman Lalit Modi issues apology for viral video with Vijay Mallya. MEA reiterates commitment to bring fugitives back. Read the full story.
Former IPL chief Lalit Modi apologises to Indian govt for controversial video with Vijay Mallya. He calls the 'biggest fugitives' remark misconstrued. Full story inside.
As India enters 2026, it faces critical tests in trade talks with the US, volatile neighbours, and balancing great-power ties. This analysis explores Delhi's strategic choices in a fractured world.