Xiaomi has started selling an unusual device for itself – an ultra-budget digital notebook Redmi Writing Pad. The first region where the gadget appeared was India. For Indian users, the Redmi Writing Pad is offered for Rs 599, which is $7.27 at the current exchange rate. Redmi Writing Pad is a portable digital notepad for […]
India continues to increase purchases of Russian oil
In September, India purchased 18% more Russian oil than in the previous month. This was reported by the Indian edition of The Economic Times. In particular, according to data from cargo tracking company Vortexa, Russia has become the second largest oil importer to India after Saudi Arabia. In September, Indian oil refiners bought 879,000 barrels […]
Indian Foreign Ministry reiterates position on Ukraine in response to question about mobilization in Russia
India has a clear and consistent position regarding respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of other countries, said Indian Foreign Ministry spokesman Arindam Bagchi. Thus, he answered the question about the introduction of partial mobilization in Russia. “India has repeatedly stressed the need for an immediate cessation of hostilities and the need to resolve […]
The Brief: India, only IPEF country to refrain from reporting on trade
India has decided not to participate in the joint statement on any of the 4 pillars of the US-led Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF). India’s trade minister has raised concerns about possible discrimination against developing economies. India has decided not to participate in the joint statement on any of the 4 pillars of the US-led Indo-Pacific […]
Apple the second most popular second-hand market brand in India
The funny thing is that the US firm barely has 2% of the market for new devices in that country. However, the brand has great appeal as a status symbol. Xiaomi is in first place, but could lose it very soon due to a decision by the Indian government. Cashify is an Indian company that […]
After wheat, India wants to restrict flour exports
Wheat exports were already cut sharply in May to bolster national food reserves, following global shortages and soaring prices following the war in Ukraine. India, the world’s second largest wheat producer after China, will impose new restrictions on flour exports to protect its domestic market, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade has said. Agreement required […]
India: heat wave leads to electricity shortage, “one of the deadliest combinations”
Summer started much earlier than expected this year in India and the consequences are still being felt. While a violent heat wave affects all of South Asia, impacting millions of inhabitants, energy demand has increased exceptionally, causing power cuts and a situation of shortage. Sharp decline in coal stocks India set its record high for […]
For the first time, a British museum will return works of art to India
The city of Glasgow has just announced that it will return seven antiquities looted around 1800 from sacred sites in northern India. The city of Glasgow, Scotland, announced on Wednesday it would return seven Indian artefacts looted during the colonial period, saying it was a first for a British museum. Six of the items were […]
Shanghai unveils measures to develop the tourism industry
Given the low occupancy rate, hotels are looking for help to fill rooms. Due to the severe COVID outbreak in Shanghai, the hospitality industry has been hit hard. Revenues are down even compared to last year. Jerome Qiu, chief operating officer of IHG Greater China, said: “If you take Intercontinental Hotels Group, for example, our […]
UAE delegation to visit India to explore joint investments under CEPA agreement
A senior UAE delegation will visit India on Wednesday to explore prospects of joint investment and cooperation under the UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Abdullah bin Touk Al Marri, Minister of Economy, will lead the delegation with Dr Ahmad Belhul Al Falasi, Minister of State for Business and SMEs; Dr Ahmed Al Banna, UAE […]