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Research shows that the UK is falling behind in defence spending compared to Russia, Iran, and China, with Britain's budget increasing by only 14% in the last decade. The new Labour government is facing pressure to fulfill its promise to raise defence spending to 2.5% of GDP, especially as other countries have significantly increased their budgets. The Liberal Democrats are urging the government to outline its plans for increased defence spending before the new US...

Tata Group Chairman N Chandrasekaran reflected on 2024, mentioning geopolitical upheavals, shifting supply chain dynamics, and India's growth potential. He paid tribute to the late Ratan Tata, outlining plans for job creation in manufacturing, high-tech industries, and other sectors. Chandrasekaran also highlighted the Group's focus on technology, emphasizing the role of AI in healthcare and mobility and expressing optimism for India's economic growth in 2025. Full Article

Boxing Day bargain hunters were in short supply this year, with footfall in shopping hotspots across the UK falling by 10.6% until 10am and 9.4% until 12pm compared to last year. Overall, footfall was 49.2% lower than pre-pandemic levels in 2019, with south-west England experiencing the largest drop of 26.7%. Greater London saw an 11.1% decline, according to MRI Software’s OnLocation Footfall Index, marking a stark contrast from last year's data and raising questions about...

India's defence exports have reached a record Rs 21,083 crore in FY2023-24, marking a 32.5% increase from the previous fiscal year. The Defence Ministry reported that the private sector and DPSUs contributed 60% and 40%, respectively, towards this growth, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressing confidence in meeting the target of Rs 50,000 crore in exports by 2029. Additionally, efforts to boost Aatmanirbharta in defence and reduce imports led to the notification of the fifth...

People in Indonesia's Aceh province gathered in prayer and visited mass graves to mark 20 years since the Indian Ocean tsunami. The disaster killed around 230,000 people across 12 countries, with over 170,000 deaths in Indonesia alone. Survivors still grieve for lost loved ones, but rebuilding efforts have made the region more resilient with improved infrastructure and early warning systems in place. Full Article

Finnish authorities have detained the Russia-linked ship Eagle S suspected of damaging a Baltic Sea power cable and data cables, part of a series of incidents disrupting key infrastructure. The vessel, flagged in the Cook Islands but linked to Russia's shadow fleet, was held in Finnish waters, with its anchor suspected of causing the damage. This follows previous sabotage incidents involving data cables and Nord Stream gas pipelines, prompting heightened surveillance and discussions among Baltic...