Google Cloud to Invest $15 Billion in India: Launching Our First AI Hub in Visakhapatnam

India is witnessing a digital revolution like never before — rapid, ambitious, and full of potential. At Google Cloud, we’re proud to play a central role in this transformation, partnering with the Government of India and leading enterprises to support the nation’s vision of becoming a truly AI-first economy. Today, we’re announcing a historic milestone: […]

Target Group Appoints Former Citi Executive Shashi Bhat as Chairman

We are thrilled to share the exciting news that our esteemed alumnus, Shashi Bhat (MBA), has been appointed as the Chairman of Target Group, a leading UK-based business process services and software provider. His appointment is effective immediately. With more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Shashi brings a proven track […]

Google’s 1-GW Hyperscale Data Centre in Visakhapatnam to Generate US$ 1.13 Billion for Andhra Pradesh

In a landmark development for India’s digital infrastructure, Google has announced plans to establish a 1-gigawatt (GW) hyperscale data centre in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The project is expected to generate approximately ₹10,000 crore (US$ 1.13 billion) in revenue for the state, according to Union Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, Mr. Pemmasani Chandrasekhar. […]

The Power to Save Lives Is in Your Hands

Anika, a young mother diagnosed with leukemia, had exhausted every available treatment. Her only hope for survival was a stem cell transplant. But because of her Indian heritage, her chances of finding a compatible match were less than 40%. Determined not to give up, her family organized awareness drives in every community they could reach. […]

From Purulia to Venice: An Indian Debutante’s Tale of Triumph

On September 6, 2025, Anuparna Roy, a first-time filmmaker from Purulia, West Bengal, made cinematic history at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival. Her directorial debut, Songs of Forgotten Trees, earned her the Orizzonti Award for Best Director, making her the first Indian filmmaker to clinch this honour in the festival’s parallel Orizzonti sectio A […]

Why India and 25 Other Nations Have Halted Postal Shipments to the U.S.

From August 25, India joined nearly 25 countries—including major economies like the UK, Germany, Japan, Australia, and others—in temporarily suspending most parcel shipments to the United States. The decision stems from confusion and operational challenges following a major shift in U.S. import tariff policy. 📦 What Just Changed? The Trump administration, through an executive order […]

US and India Will Eventually Unite on Key Issues, Says Scott Bessent

The relationship between the United States and India has always been one of both collaboration and complexity. While the two nations share strong democratic values and strategic interests, their differences—particularly on trade and energy—continue to create friction. Recently, Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary under the Trump administration, addressed these challenges, expressing both frustration and optimism. […]

Peacock Restaurant Opens Its First International Branch in Riyadh

Riyadh – On Friday, August 8, 2025, Peacock Restaurant—a celebrated name in Hyderabadi cuisine from Karimnagar—unveiled its first overseas location in the Al-Malaz area of Saudi Arabia’s capital. The inauguration was officiated by Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Dr. Suhel Khan, and witnessed by a vibrant gathering of Indian expatriates and Saudi guests The Siasat […]

TDF Silver Jubilee Celebrations Begin in USA

TDF Silver Jubilee Celebrations in USA Milpitas, California, Aug 8: Telangana Development Forum (TDF), which played a key role in the Telangana statehood movement, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with “Pragathi Telangana” Silver Jubilee events at the Indian Community Center, Milpitas. Led by TDF America Chairman Murali Chintalapani and President Manikonda Srinivas, the opening day […]

Human Talent Key Even as AI Advances, Says Google CEO Sundar Pichai

Even as artificial intelligence continues to evolve rapidly, Google CEO Sundar Pichai emphasized that human talent remains central to innovation. Speaking at the Bloomberg Technology Conference in San Francisco, Pichai said Alphabet, Google’s parent company, will continue to expand its engineering workforce at least into 2026. “We expect to grow from our current engineering base […]