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SCO summit shows India's pivot: multi-alignment over single-nation bets

The SCO meet exemplifies a nuanced balancing act between India and China - cooperation where feasible, vigilance where imperative

As US ties fray under Trump, second-gen reforms are India's best defence

The US will eventually realise that India cannot be bullied, but things may get much worse before they get better

Defence output and exports scale new highs but fall short of targets

India's defence manufacturing and exports have seen significant shifts over the past decade in production volumes, export values, and private sector participation

Rethinking the nuclear dimension in India-Pakistan relations

Doctrinal asymmetry, limited escalation thresholds, and China's shadow demand a recalibration of India's strategic posture

Market Radar - April 30 to May 30

The BS Defence stocks surged in the month of May following Operation Sindoor with companies like Astra Engineering and Paras Defence & Space Techno saw over 70 per cent 12 month price to earning ratio

In seven years, HVDC market size is going to be $12-15 billion: GE Vernova

India needs to progress in procurement. It must review its procurement process, says Bindele

Small brands skip price wars, bet on premium strategy this festive season

Direct-to-consumer companies focus on personalisation and cultural relevance ahead of the festive season as big brands on large e-commerce platforms slash rates

How Galwan changed India's approach to China

China's step-by-step strategy and surprise tactics call for sharper intelligence, terrain-ready equipment, and stronger border infrastructure to deter future face-offs

Market Radar - July 22 to Aug 22

The BS Defence Index underwent corrections in this period. However, Rossell Techsys bucked the trend to emerge as the top gainer with a 32% monthly surge

All in Capital targets closing its second fund in next three months

With an estimated corpus of $25 million, the VC firm plans to invest in 45-50 startups over the next three years in sectors like consumer-tech, artificial intelligence, and deeptech

Expanded space systems to secure the high ground

Accessing and securing a position in orbit will be vital for future operations, sources say

HAL turns to its past to navigate an uncertain future

HAL is leveraging its legacy and ramping up research & development to secure its place in India's evolving defence landscape

Coming up in 2026: A tale of three IPOs to script a new story for India Inc

Three mega IPOs, from diverse businesses and historic relevance, could script a new story for India Inc

India funds 64 overseas development projects, totalling $12.84 billion

From power and transport to health and education, projects across Asia and Africa reflect a push for partnership driven diplomacy

Datanomics: Navarro's jibe rekindles Indian-Americans' caste discourse

Caste has occasionally surfaced as a point of tension among Indian Americans

Growth spurt before Donald Trump tariff squeeze: July orders jump 29%

There are no duties on semiconductors, electronics, and pharmaceuticals, among others, according to an August 27 Asia Insights note from Nomura

Tariffs, costs, and shifting strategies: Indian pharma's new playbook

Analysts say Indian pharma firms will increase focus on non-US exports and the domestic market as US tariff threats persist, with firms exploring offshore manufacturing options

The Red Bull story: Book reveals private man behind the successful brand

The creator of the Red Bull empire had a strong aversion to media attention, and even his death would not change that

Japan's MOL plans to ramp up India fleet with domestically built vessels

Plans to become India's second-largest shipping firm

Deeptech terrain is one of big promises, small cheques: Tracxn data

PE/VC funds pledge $1 billion, but average deal sizes remain below industry needs