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Saturday Posted & Toasted Notes: Looming extensions, LeStory keeps growing

Saturday Posted & Toasted Notes: Looming extensions, LeStory keeps growing

Finally, the sports cycle is over, and we can rest until mid-October. Thank you, LeBron Raymone. It’s about damn time. “Jalen Brunson is going to come get all of his money. Every bit that he won’t say sacrifice. Every dollar of that what $280 or $300 that he’s supposed to get next summer, he’s going […]
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India's Solar Capacity Reaches 162.15 GW, Marking Significant Growth

India's Solar Capacity Reaches 162.15 GW, Marking Significant Growth

India's Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, announced that the country's installed solar capacity has reached 162.15 gigawatts (GW) as of June 30, 2026. This marks a 57-fold increase from the 2.82 GW recorded in 2013-14. The growth is part of India's broader renewable energy strategy, positioning the country as the third-largest in the world by installed solar capacity, following China and the United States. The expansion includes utility-scale, rooftop, and off-grid solar installations, supported by government initiatives like the Production Linked Incentive scheme and the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.
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'The fear killed her': How an exam scandal in India sparked a student uprising

'The fear killed her': How an exam scandal in India sparked a student uprising

By Aftab Ahmed, Saurabh Sharma and Sumit Khanna NEW DELHI/JHUNJHUNU/AHMEDABAD, July 25 (Reuters) - The prospect of retaking one of India's most competitive exams was so daunting for 19-year-old Sheikh Sana that a day before the test, the pressure became unbearable.
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U.S. Implements 10% Tariff on Indian Imports, Impacting Gold Prices

U.S. Implements 10% Tariff on Indian Imports, Impacting Gold Prices

The United States has imposed a 10% tariff on goods imported from India, effective from July 24, 2026, under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. This decision was made due to concerns over forced labor practices. The tariff, initially proposed at 12.5%, was reduced, providing some relief to Indian exporters. As a result, gold prices in India have dropped, with 10 grams of 24-carat gold decreasing by 824 rupees to 1,43,781 rupees. This tariff is part of a broader U.S. strategy to address labor issues in international supply chains.
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U.S. Tariff on Indian Goods Reduced to 10%, Impact on Exports Limited

U.S. Tariff on Indian Goods Reduced to 10%, Impact on Exports Limited

U.S. Tariff on Indian Goods Reduced to 10%, Impact on Exports Limited
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What to know about Trump's latest tariffs

What to know about Trump's latest tariffs

President Donald Trump keeps finding ways to maintain a wall of tariffs around the American economy
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India to keep engaging with US on trade deal after new tariff measures

India to keep engaging with US on trade deal after new tariff measures

By Ashwin Manikandan MUMBAI, July 25 (Reuters) - India said on Saturday it would continue engaging with the United States to conclude a bilateral trade agreement, after Washington imposed a 10% tariff on imports from the South Asian nation under new trade measures.
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Lockheed Martin Targets New C-130 Orders in India and Latin America Amid Production Resumption

Lockheed Martin Targets New C-130 Orders in India and Latin America Amid Production Resumption

Lockheed Martin Targets New C-130 Orders in India and Latin America Amid Production Resumption
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Saudi Arabia's Role in the Indo-Abrahamic Framework: Strategic Partnerships with India

Saudi Arabia's Role in the Indo-Abrahamic Framework: Strategic Partnerships with India

Saudi Arabia is increasingly becoming a pivotal player in the Indo-Abrahamic framework, which aims to foster strategic and economic partnerships between India and Middle Eastern countries. This framework is part of a broader initiative that includes the United States, Israel, the United Arab Emirates, and India, as highlighted during a summit convened by President Joe Biden. The collaboration between India and Saudi Arabia is driven by mutual benefits in strategic and economic domains, with both countries establishing a high-level Strategic Partnership Council. This partnership is further strengthened by significant trade relations, with Saudi Arabia being a major supplier of hydrocarbons to India and India being a significant exporter of labor to Saudi Arabia.
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Omani Ministry Demands Immediate Action on Stranded Tanker to Prevent Ecological Disaster

Omani Ministry Demands Immediate Action on Stranded Tanker to Prevent Ecological Disaster

The Omani Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the owners of the stranded Supermax tanker Caroline Bezengi, demanding its removal from rocks off the Hallaniyat Islands' coast. The vessel, flagged under Cameroon, has been abandoned since an explosion was reported on June 8. The tanker, associated with Russian state ship-owner Sovcomflot and sanctioned by the EU, UK, and US, was en route to India from Novorossiysk. The ship's deteriorating condition poses a significant risk of an oil spill, threatening the marine buffer zone and the Dhofar coastline. The Omani authorities have conducted surveys and identified a salvage plan, but legal challenges have stalled immediate action.
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U.S. Returns to Maritime Interdiction Amid Sanctions Evasion Concerns

U.S. Returns to Maritime Interdiction Amid Sanctions Evasion Concerns

The United States and its allies are increasingly resorting to maritime interdiction as a means of enforcing economic sanctions. This shift comes as targeted countries develop sophisticated networks to evade sanctions, challenging the traditional reliance on financial systems for enforcement. Since late 2024, naval forces in Europe and NATO partners have detained or inspected numerous vessels suspected of carrying sanctioned cargo, particularly focusing on shadow fleet tankers transporting Russian oil. These operations have expanded to include Iranian and Venezuelan vessels, with European and Indian authorities joining the effort. The legal framework for such actions is complex, as modern sanctions enforcement often exploits legal ambiguities, such as frequent flag changes and unclear ownership structures, to justify boarding ships.
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India relaxes e-commerce investment rules for exports in win for Amazon

India relaxes e-commerce investment rules for exports in win for Amazon

By Aditya Kalra NEW DELHI, July 23 (Reuters) - India's government on Thursday eased foreign investment rules to allow e-commerce companies to buy products directly from Indian sellers and then sell them to overseas customers, a major win for Amazon which lobbied for the change for months.