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  • India Plans Rs 40,000 Crore Boost for Local Electronics Manufacturing

    India Plans Rs 40,000 Crore Boost for Local Electronics Manufacturing

    The Indian IT ministry is planning to ask the Union Cabinet for a huge money package of Rs 40,000 crore next month. This package is aimed at helping local companies make more electronic parts. If approved, the investment could begin by April 2025.

    This financial plan, developed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), will focus not on semiconductors, but on other electronic components like circuit boards and batteries. The government wants to encourage more local production and to connect Indian companies with global electronics manufacturing.

    After talking with businesses, MeitY is ready to submit a proposal in December. If the Cabinet gives the green light, companies will have 90 days to prepare for investments. Government officials are eager to get approval soon, so everything is set to start on April 1.

    India’s need for electronic parts is expected to rise sharply to $240 billion by 2030. The goal is to increase local production from the current 15-18% to about 35-40% in the next five years, and even reach 50% eventually.

    The total investment under this scheme could reach around Rs 82,000 crore, generating components worth between Rs 1.9 lakh crore to Rs 2.0 lakh crore. There are existing programs helping local assembly of electronic products, and the new plan is expected to focus on making phones and IT devices.

    Discussions are ongoing about how exactly the support will look—like whether there will be subsidies for working capital or incentives linked to hiring more staff. Companies are hoping for quick approvals, especially for partnerships with firms from countries like Taiwan and China. Local businesses are also encouraging suppliers to invest in India.

    The focus of the new scheme is to boost local production of vital components used in mobile phones and laptops. Right now, India heavily relies on imports for many of these important parts. It’s crucial that the country starts making more of its own products to avoid the risks associated with importing.

  • Elizaveta Krivonogikh: Putin’s Secret Daughter in Hiding In Paris Amid Russia Ukrain War

    Elizaveta Krivonogikh: Putin’s Secret Daughter in Hiding In Paris Amid Russia Ukrain War

    Elizaveta Krivonogikh, a 21-year-old girl who many believe is the secret daughter of Russian President Vladimir Putin, has been living in Paris under a fake name since the war in Ukraine started. She now goes by the name Luiza Rozova and is pretending to be related to a friend of her father’s who has passed away.

    Before the war, Elizaveta was very active on social media in Russia. However, she disappeared just days before Russia attacked Ukraine. Her mother, Svetlana Krivonogikh, used to be Putin’s girlfriend. Now, Svetlana is a wealthy businesswoman, owning parts of a big bank and a famous strip club in St. Petersburg.

    Elizaveta and her mother are reportedly using the last name Rudnova. There are also claims that Putin has two other sons, who are living in quiet luxury and staying out of the spotlight.

    An investigation found out that Elizaveta, now called Luiza, was once a student at the Paris School of Management and Arts but is no longer attending. She holds a passport that identifies her as Elizaveta Olegovna Rudnova, with her birthday listed as March 3, 2003.

  • Kamala Harris Leads in 2028 Polling: What’s Next for Her Future?

    Kamala Harris Leads in 2028 Polling: What’s Next for Her Future?

    A new survey from Emerson Polling in November shows that Kamala Harris, the U.S. Vice President, is the top choice for Democrats in the race for the 2028 Presidential election, with 37% support. California Governor Gavin Newsom is next with only 7%, while Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has about 4%.

    For Republicans, Vice President-elect JD Vance is leading with 30%, followed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Vivek Ramaswamy, who each have more than 5%. The survey allowed people to write in their choices instead of using set options, which means names like Rep. Rashida Tlaib and former First Lady Michelle Obama were also mentioned.

    Kamala Harris is thinking about her future and might consider running for governor in California or another Presidential bid. She has told her team that she plans to keep her options open and will decide on her next steps during the winter holidays. A former aide mentioned that Kamala Harris could use this time to travel and connect with supporters, while also strengthening her political ties.

  • Ginny & Georgia Season 3 and Ayrton Senna Series Coming to Netflix

    Ginny & Georgia Season 3 and Ayrton Senna Series Coming to Netflix

    Exciting News for Ginny & Georgia Fans!
    Great news for fans of “Ginny & Georgia”! The show is coming back for Season 3 on Netflix, and it has even been renewed for a fourth season! Season 2 was released on January 5, 2023, and it got nominated for a Primetime Emmy award, which is super cool.

    Filming for Season 3 wrapped up in September, but Netflix hasn’t told us the exact release date yet. However, it’s likely that the new season will come out in Spring 2025, according to a report from WhatsOnNetflix.

    In other exciting news, a brand-new Netflix series about the famous Formula One driver Ayrton Senna is coming out soon! This six-episode show will premiere on November 29 and will follow Senna’s life from his early go-kart days to the tragic accident that took his life during a race in 1994. Even after 30 years, Senna is still remembered and loved by fans and drivers alike.

    Exciting times ahead for both “Ginny & Georgia” and Ayrton Senna fans

  • Power-Sharing Talks: Who Will Be Maharashtra’s Next Chief Minister?

    Power-Sharing Talks: Who Will Be Maharashtra’s Next Chief Minister?

    Union Home Minister Amit Shah met with leaders of three political parties in the Mahayuti alliance led by the BJP on Thursday night. They talked about how the power will be shared in the state’s new government. The BJP will have the Chief Minister’s position, and two deputy chief ministers are expected to be from their allies, the Shiv Sena and the NCP.

    The BJP will decide who their new chief minister will be on Saturday during a meeting in Mumbai. If they pick Devendra Fadnavis, he might keep the home ministry, while the NCP is expected to get the finance ministry. The Shiv Sena may get important departments like urban development and public works.

    The meeting with Amit Shah lasted for two hours. They also discussed how cabinet positions will be divided based on how many seats each party won. The BJP is likely to take 22 out of 43 cabinet positions, while the Shiv Sena and NCP are expected to receive 12 and 9 positions, respectively.

    Both the Shiv Sena and NCP want at least one spot in the central government. The NCP is keen on having Praful Patel as part of the Modi government.

    Eknath Shinde, who is the current caretaker chief minister, might give up his position as deputy chief minister for his son, Shrikant Shinde. It seems he would rather serve in the Union Cabinet instead, allowing him to focus on growing his party ahead of upcoming civic elections in Mumbai.

    Sena spokesperson Sanjay Shirsat mentioned that Eknath Shinde prefers to give good roles to his workers instead of taking the deputy CM job himself.

    There’s talk in political circles that the BJP may surprise everyone with its choice of chief minister, considering comments from ex-BJP chief, Chandrakant Patil, who hinted at “experiments” with leadership.

    Earlier, the BJP’s general secretary Vinod Tawde also met with Amit Shah to discuss the state’s caste makeup and the importance of having a Maratha chief minister, especially due to community protests for reservations.

    The BJP plans to send observers to Mumbai to hear opinions from MLAs on the chief minister role. They are expected to arrive on Saturday, with the new government likely to be sworn in by Monday or Tuesday.

    Ajit Pawar from the NCP assured there was no fighting over cabinet posts and that decisions would be made in a friendly environment. He and other NCP leaders discussed their demands before being prompted to meet with Amit Shah.

    Finally, Eknath Shinde plans a state tour next week to connect with the community and support the ‘Ladki Bahin Yojana,’ which helps women in Maharashtra

  • India and Japan Unite for Stronger Tech and Supply Chain Partnerships

    India and Japan Unite for Stronger Tech and Supply Chain Partnerships

    India and Japan are working together to create a new partnership that allows Japan’s advanced companies to enter India’s market and set up their own supply chains. This was the main topic when India’s Foreign Secretary, Vikram Misri, held talks about economic safety, trade, and technology in Tokyo recently. They talked about making supply chains stronger and partnering in important new technologies. Japan is known for its technology, and India has a large market that helps new ideas grow and spread effectively.

  • Adani Green Energy Delays Solar Power Supply to Andhra Pradesh

    Adani Green Energy Delays Solar Power Supply to Andhra Pradesh

    Adani Green Energy has been in the news recently due to problems with its solar power project in Andhra Pradesh. This project was supposed to deliver a total of 3,000 megawatts (MW) of energy starting in September 2024, but two months after the agreed date, it has yet to supply any power.

    Now, the company expects to deliver just 1,000 MW by April 2025, which is seven months later than planned. This change means that instead of receiving 6,000 MW of power by September 2025, Andhra Pradesh will only get 2,000 MW by early 2026. Despite these delays, Adani Green is selling power from the same project at a higher price on power exchanges—about 40% more than what they would sell to Andhra Pradesh.

    Right now, they have completed work on just 25 MW of solar capacity, but it’s performing well. The company claims that the hold-up in delivering power is due to issues with the electricity transmission lines managed by the Central Transmission Utility of India Ltd. They have the permission to sell extra power while waiting to begin supplying under their original plan.

    Adani alerted the state government in September that they would not meet the initial deadlines. Experts have explained that sometimes the necessary transmission lines aren’t ready, which affects how reliably the company can supply electricity. Adani assures everyone that they are committed to meeting their new deadlines for providing energy to Andhra Pradesh.

  • Putin Talks About Trump: A Shocking Election and Concerns for Safety

    Putin Talks About Trump: A Shocking Election and Concerns for Safety

    Russian President Vladimir Putin recently praised U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, calling him smart and experienced. However, he shared concerns over Trump’s safety, especially after two serious attempts on his life.

    In July, Trump was hurt in a shooting in Pennsylvania. Later, in September, a man faced charges for trying to shoot Trump while he was at a golf course in Florida. Speaking in Kazakhstan after a meeting, Putin expressed his disbelief about how the U.S. election turned out. He criticized the harsh ways some people fought against Trump during the campaign, including the assassination attempts.

    Putin mentioned he felt bad for Trump’s family, who faced a lot of unfair criticism from opponents. He said such behavior was shocking, stating even criminals in Russia wouldn’t go that far.

    Also, Putin commented on the Biden administration’s support for Ukraine in the war, suggesting it might either help or hurt Trump’s situation. But he was hopeful that Trump would find a way to handle things, adding that Moscow is open to talking.

  • Russian Air Strikes Kill 19 Civilians in Aleppo

    Russian Air Strikes Kill 19 Civilians in Aleppo

    On Thursday, Russian air strikes hit the Aleppo countryside in Syria, resulting in the deaths of 19 innocent people, according to a monitor group. Rami Abdel Rahman, who leads the Observatory, reported that these attacks came during a time of fierce fighting between Syrian forces and rebel groups in the northwest region, where rebels had launched a significant offensive. Additionally, one more civilian lost their life in shelling by the Syrian army the day before.

  • India Tests K-4 Missile from New Submarine, Strengthening Defense

    India Tests K-4 Missile from New Submarine, Strengthening Defense

    India’s Awesome Missile Test from New Submarine.In an exciting update, India tested its new K-4 missile from the INS Arighaat submarine on Wednesday. This special submarine can carry nuclear missiles and has a range of 3,500 kilometers! This powerful test shows that India’s defenses are stronger, especially with China having a bigger navy.

    The K-4 missile was launched near Visakhapatnam in the Bay of Bengal. Before this, the K-4 had only been tested from platforms above water. India is now one of only six countries with submarines that can launch nuclear missiles, joining the ranks of the US, Russia, China, France, and the UK.

    The INS Arighaat, India’s second nuclear-powered submarine, joined the navy earlier this year. Its older sister, INS Arihant, can only carry shorter-range K-15 missiles, which can hit targets only 750 kilometers away. With K-4 missiles, INS Arighaat can strike much farther away, which helps India’s military strategy.

    India’s Nuclear Strength Explained Simply

    India’s nuclear power comes from three parts: missiles on land, planes in the air, and submarines in the sea. Right now, the sea part isn’t as strong, but with the new K-4 missiles, that’s about to change!

    India has many good land missiles, like Prithvi and Agni, and aircraft like Sukhoi-30 and Rafale that can drop nuclear bombs. But having strong submarines is important too because they are harder for enemies to find.

    These submarines play a key role in India’s ability to strike back if attacked since they can hide underwater and have a high chance of surviving any surprise attack. This provides a promise of “Mutual Assured Destruction” or MAD, which keeps nuclear risks in check.

    India is also building more submarines. The next one, called INS Aridhaman, will be even bigger and will carry more K-4 missiles. There are plans for submarines that can carry even more powerful missiles in the future.

    What About Other Countries?

    China has more advanced submarines that can travel even farther, making it a tough competitor for India. They have six submarines with long-range missiles called JL-3. The US has even more submarines with advanced abilities compared to India.

    As India builds and tests new submarines and missiles, it hopes to improve its strength against China’s expanding navy