A Long-Delayed Agreement Finally Signed India and the United Kingdom signed their Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) on July 24, 2025. The pact lowers tariffs on whisky, gin, and automobiles, while leaving politically sensitive areas like agriculture and legal services largely untouched. For both sides, the deal is as much about navigating domestic politics…
New Furniture Tariffs Announced by President Trump In a notable development on the global trade front, President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will be imposing new tariffs on furniture imports. The president made the announcement via his Truth Social platform, stating that furniture coming from other countries would be “tariffed at a…
India and Brazil Strengthen Strategic Tech Partnership India and Brazil have committed to significantly deepen their bilateral cooperation across key technological domains, including digital public infrastructure (DPI), artificial intelligence (AI), and other emerging technologies. Both nations recognize these areas as vital for national development and enhancing public service delivery. This agreement, formalized during Indian Prime…
Indian Police Arrest Crypto Scam Suspect for $180K Fraud Authorities in Kolkata have arrested a 26-year-old man, Harshik Mukeshbhai Patel, for allegedly orchestrating a cryptocurrency investment scam that defrauded victims of approximately $180,000 (Rs. 1.5 crore). The arrest, carried out in Chandkheda, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, follows an extensive investigation led by the Bidhannagar Cyber Crime…
Trump’s Tariffs Send Ripples Through Crypto Markets The cryptocurrency markets experienced a notable jolt following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of hefty tariffs on 14 countries, including key economic partners like Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Kazakhstan, effective August 1. This significant geopolitical move immediately put pressure on crypto assets, reflecting the market’s sensitivity…
The Unmasking of ‘Ketamelon’: India’s Darknet Mastermind In a significant triumph against cybercrime, India’s Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has successfully apprehended a 35-year-old engineer from Kerala, identified as the elusive ‘Ketamelon.’ This individual is accused of single-handedly orchestrating and managing what has been described as the country’s largest darknet drug network. For two years, ‘Ketamelon’…
Bybit’s Landmark Tax Implementation in India Bybit, a prominent global cryptocurrency exchange, has made a significant announcement that will profoundly impact its user base in India. Effective July 7, 2025, the platform will begin enforcing an 18% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on all crypto-related fees for users residing in India. This decisive move aligns…
Profits earned through digital asset trading are now firmly on the radar of Indian tax authorities, signaling a new era of stringent oversight. With enhanced data-sharing mechanisms actively in place between digital asset exchanges and the government, tax officials are capable of monitoring and cross-referencing digital asset transactions in real-time. This intensified scrutiny has already…
India Prepares Crypto Policy Paper Amid Global Shifts India is set to release a comprehensive discussion paper on digital assets this June, incorporating insights from global bodies like the IMF and the Financial Stability Board. This move aligns with rising international interest in cryptocurrency, especially following the United States’ more favorable outlook under President Donald…
Chinese smartphone brand OnePlus has offered a fresh glimpse of its upcoming OnePlus 13s model, revealing a new color variant ahead of its expected launch in India. In a teaser shared on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the company showcased the device in a distinct green hue. This new option will join the…
