India flags slower growth, wider deficit as Iran war raises the stakes for New Delhi
India warns growth may slow as the Iran conflict pushes up energy costs, widens deficits, and strains supply chains.
Day: March 30, 2026
Who is Paris’s newly sworn-in mayor, Emmanuel Grégoire?
Emmanuel Grégoire begins his first day in office as mayor of Paris on Monday, a week after beating rival Rachida Dati in the second round of local elections. The 48-year-old Socialist now steps into the limelight after years in the shadow of his polit…
Russian oil tanker nears Cuba, Trump softens de facto blockade rhetoric
A Russian oil tanker entered Cuban waters on Monday, possibly granting a lifeline to Cuba as US President Donald Trump appeared to relax a de facto oil blockade on the Caribbean island. FRANCE 24’s Ed Augustin reports from Havana.
UK savers told to act now before Easter Sunday cash Isa deadline
Interest rates as high as 4.45% and a steep cut in next year’s allowance fuel forecast of last-minute rush Savers who want to make the most of this year’s cash Isa allowance are being urged not to leave it to the last minute, as the deadline for appli…
Pessimism takes root in UK as shoppers struggle to afford essentials
Millions are dipping into savings or borrowing to get by as the Iran war drives up prices, survey showsThe Iran war has led to a surge in pessimism in the UK as half of households are already struggling to afford everyday essentials.The escalating conf…
Pakistan, Afghanistan trade fire as Islamabad prepares to host US-Iran talks – Reuters
Pakistan, Afghanistan trade fire as Islamabad prepares to host US-Iran talks ReutersView Full Coverage on Google News
DRDO’s Laser Leap: 30kW DEW Downs Drones, Surya Scales To 300kW Supremacy
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is making significant strides in Directed Energy Weapons (DEW), positioning the nation among a select group of global powers with advanced laser capabilities.The recent successful field trials of the 30 kW IDD&IS MK-IIA system mark a pivotal achievement in countering drone swarms at ranges up to 5 km.Developed by the Centre for High
Indian Army Accelerates Cognitive EW Revolution Via iDEX To Master Real-Time Battlefield Spectrum
The Indian Army is spearheading a transformative push into Cognitive Electronic Warfare (EW) through the Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) program, aiming to redefine battlefield dominance in the electromagnetic spectrum.This ambitious initiative seeks to automate and accelerate critical processes, from the rapid analysis of electronic intelligence (ELINT) to the swift development of
Indian Army Intensifies Drills To Master Networked Air Defence And Drone Combat Amid Tactics Regional Threats
The Indian Army is ramping up its operational readiness through a series of intensive exercises across multiple commands, focusing on air defence and drone warfare.These drills come against the backdrop of lessons from the West Asia conflict, where drones and hybrid aerial threats have redefined battlefields. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has urged the forces to absorb these hard-earned insights
MIDHANI Delivers Breakthrough Superalloys, Powering India’s Aero-Engine Self-Reliance
Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI) has achieved a landmark milestone in India’s aerospace sector by successfully delivering indigenously developed, high-performance superalloy cast sticks to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). These specialised materials are specifically engineered for use in critical aero-engine applications, marking a significant leap forward in the domestic production of