Trump's trade war disrupts global shipping but boosts non-Chinese shipbuilders. South Korea's Hanwha Ocean sees profits soar 5x, while Chinese yards face tariffs & tech challenges. Analysis of the $200bn industry's new winners.
Kolkata restaurants and cloud kitchens prioritised speed over custom requests like 'less spicy' or 'tofu instead of paneer' during the December festive week due to high order volumes. Learn what can and cannot be customised.
Swiggy's 2025 New Year's Eve saw a frenzy of 2.18 lakh biryani orders before dawn, big-ticket gifts like iPhones & gold, and a surge in last-minute party supplies. Discover the trends that defined India's celebration.
India offers land at near-zero cost for 60 years to attract global shipbuilding giants. This policy aims to bring ₹75,000 crore investment and make India a top maritime nation by 2047.
India's BIS introduces 30+ new voluntary standards for textiles, smart mobility & safety sectors to align with global benchmarks, easing exports. Key focus on modernizing 40-year-old textile norms.
INSV Kaundinya, built with the ancient Indian stitched-ship method, begins its historic voyage from Porbandar to Muscat. Discover how this vessel connects modern India to its 5th-century maritime heritage.
INSV Kaundinya, built using ancient stitched-plank techniques, embarks on a historic 1,400 km voyage from Gujarat to Oman. This journey reconnects India with its seafaring past and strengthens bilateral ties. Read more about this maritime heritage mission
India's massive ₹2.3-trillion naval expansion and policy push is creating a multi-year boom for domestic shipbuilders. Discover how Mazagon Dock, GRSE, and Cochin Shipyard are positioned to benefit.
South Korea secured over 20% of global shipbuilding orders in early 2024, while China's market share dipped below 50%. Explore the shifting dynamics in the shipbuilding industry.
India unveils detailed guidelines for two major shipbuilding schemes worth over ₹44,700 crore. The SBFAS and SbDS aim to revive domestic shipbuilding, create jobs, and boost global competitiveness. Read more.
Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi predicts a woman admiral soon, details naval advancements, and underscores India's shipbuilding might and maritime heritage.
US President Donald Trump unveils massive 'Trump-class' battleships with hypersonic missiles. Experts warn of huge costs and shipbuilding challenges. Will it restore US naval dominance or drain its finances? Read more.
Swiggy's annual report reveals India ordered a staggering 9.3 crore plates of biryani in 2025. Discover the top food trends, from adrak chai to samosa, that defined the nation's appetite.
India's online food orders reveal a nation obsessed with biryani, with 93 million plates in 2025. Discover the staggering stats for adrak chai, samosa, and more culinary favorites.
US President Donald Trump reveals plans for new 'Trump class' battleships, part of the 'Golden Fleet' to counter China and revive US shipbuilding. Read details on the AI-controlled warships.
India pays $75 billion yearly to foreign ships, holding just 0.06% of global shipbuilding. Discover the bold Maritime Amrit Kaal Mission to revive its maritime superpower status.
Essential UPSC news analysis for Dec 18, 2025: Modi's Ethiopia visit elevates ties, India-Bangladesh security concerns, QCO rollback impact, and the crucial marital rape debate. Key takeaways for Prelims & Mains.
Supreme Court remarks on trend of judges passing many orders before retirement, hearing plea of MP judge suspended 10 days before retirement. Read the full story.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin warns PM Modi of a Rs 15,000 crore export order wipe-out in Tiruppur due to US tariffs, urging immediate resolution. Read the full story on the crisis hitting India's knitwear hub.
Yamunanagar officials receive strict directives to comply with Supreme Court orders on managing stray dogs, ensuring animal welfare and public safety. Learn about the new measures.
North and South Goa district magistrates order closure of eateries within 100m of polling stations on Dec 20. Gatherings of over 5 persons banned near booths. Details here.
Madras High Court criticizes Tamil Nadu government for citing 'law and order' to avoid implementing court orders. Justice Swaminathan calls the attitude unacceptable. Details inside.
The Pentagon escalates its probe into Senator Mark Kelly over a video urging troops to refuse illegal orders. Democrats cry foul, calling it political retaliation. Read the full story.
AAP MLA Kulwant Singh clarifies the Mohali demolition drive is under HC orders, not state govt. He accuses opposition of politicizing the issue. Read the full details.
The Indian Navy commissioned the advanced, indigenously-built DSC A20 diving support vessel in Kochi, boosting underwater ops and salvage capabilities. Read more about this 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' milestone.
Kochi district issues an average of 92 revenue recovery orders daily. Nearly half target bank loan defaulters, while others are for unpaid taxes. Learn the causes and impact.
Punjab & Haryana High Court mandates DMs to pass reasoned orders under Section 163 BNSS, not apply it mechanically. A division bench led by CJ Sheel Nagu issued the directive on a PIL.
Fear grips Minneapolis as ICE arrests Somalis under Trump orders. Community in lockdown, leaders demand answers. Will Ilhan Omar face deportation? Full report.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams issues executive orders targeting anti-Semitism and protests near houses of worship, weeks before Zohran Mamdani's inauguration. Read the full story.
India's services sector activity accelerated in November, with the PMI hitting 61.2. Robust new business and strong demand drove the fastest job creation in six months. Read the full analysis.