EU Global Gateway seen as alternative to China’s BRI: Report

IANS | May 14, 2026 5:03 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) The European Union’s Global Gateway initiative is increasingly being seen as an alternative to China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), positioning itself as a more transparent and sustainability-focused model of global infrastructure financing, a report has said.

PM Modi's visit to give fresh strategic direction to India-Netherland ties

IANS | May 14, 2026 5:01 PM

Amsterdam, May 14 (IANS) India's Ambassador in Amsterdam, Kumar Tuhin, said on Thursday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Netherlands assumes special significance as this will be the first summit level interaction between the two leaders after the formation of the new government in the Netherlands with Rob Jetten as the Prime Minister.

Centre unveils 200 MW solar module manufacturing line at CEL

IANS | May 14, 2026 4:29 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) The government on Thursday dedicated the 200 MW solar module manufacturing line of Central Electronics Limited (CEL) to the nation, as India is rapidly expanding its capabilities across multiple non-fossil energy domains, including solar energy, wind energy, nuclear energy and ocean-based energy systems.

Sensex, Nifty end 1 pc higher on hopes of policy support

IANS | May 14, 2026 4:03 PM

Mumbai, May 14 (IANS) Indian equity markets ended in the green for a second consecutive session on Thursday, with benchmark indices surging over 1 per cent each amid buying in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, metal and banking stocks and expectations of policy measures to address currency volatility.

PM Modi’s UAE visit seen as key move amid West Asia crisis

IANS | May 14, 2026 3:53 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official visit to the UAE on Friday, which comes against the backdrop of the West Asian crisis, reflects the strategic importance that India places on strengthening its ties with the Gulf nation, a report said.

India’s EV battery demand likely to surge 10x by 2032: Report

IANS | May 14, 2026 3:19 PM

New Delhi, May 14 (IANS) India’s electric vehicle battery demand is projected to surge 10-fold from 20 GWh in 2025 to 200 GWh by 2032, which could shift strategic gains toward component localisation and supply‑chain development, a report said on Thursday.