All Indian nationals have been evacuated from the conflict-torn Pisochyn

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday chaired another high-level meeting with senior ministers and top officials on evacuation as the Indian Embassy in Ukraine said that all Indian nationals have been evacuated from the conflict-torn Pisochyn. HT

KCR working on making a federal front

On KCR’s menu is a federal front, seemingly a more serious enterprise than what he attempted just before the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. And KCR’s focus of attack has been none other than Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Deccan Herald

Congress revival in UP ?

As electioneering comes to an end in Uttar Pradesh, the Congress does not appear to have reinvented itself as a major player but Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s sustained struggle for the oppressed has helped her emerge as the voice of conscience. Congress leaders are buoyant as they feel the bold decision to contest all 403 Assembly seats and Priyanka’s resolve to keep her nose to the grindstone have injected a new lease of life into the organisational machinery, setting the stage for a revival. Telegraph

UP campaign ends

The seventh and final phase of polling for the UP Assembly will be held on March 7. Top BJP leaders addressed more than a dozen public meetings Saturday; Akhilesh held eight in seven hours. Modi, who addressed rallies in Varanasi and Mirzapur, as well as an “intellectuals’ meeting”, said people were voting keeping in mind the “national interest”, while promising jobs in government, measures for farmers and poor, and development works such as expressways. . Indian Express

Govt of India deeply concerned about students trapped in Sumy

The Government of India on Saturday said it was “deeply concerned” about the students trapped in Sumy, on the frontline of Ukraine’s war with Russia, and assured them that it was in talks with the two countries for a safe corridor for them after they threatened to march towards the border carrying the Indian Flag despite heavy bombing of the city. Hindu

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India’s domestic prices of petrol and diesel to rise by Rs 15-22 per Litre

Hostilities between Russia and Ukraine, along with sustained demand, is expected to keep global crude oil prices in the range of $95-to-$125 per barrel in the short term. Consequently, the geo-political crisis-led global hike in crude oil prices is expected to push India’s domestic prices of petrol and diesel by Rs 15-22 per litre.

Byju's Faces Drastic Valuation Cut Amid Financial Turmoil

Startup

24 February, 2024

Byju’s, once heralded as a flagship in India’s edtech sector, is grappling with severe financial and operational challenges, marked by a dramatic valuation drop. The company, which sought to stabilize its operations and finances, is now raising funds at a valuation significantly lower than its peak. This development comes amid efforts to address a substantial debt burden, with Byju’s proposing a repayment plan for its $1.2 billion loan. Investor confidence appears shaken, with some stakeholders pushing for drastic changes in leadership to navigate the crisis effectively. The turmoil reflects broader sectoral pressures and raises questions about the sustainability of high-growth trajectories in the edtech industry

Australia Accelerates Clean Energy Transition Amid Market Shifts and Investment Surge

Energy

10 February, 2024

Australia’s energy market is witnessing significant transitions and investments aimed at bolstering renewable energy infrastructure and securing gas supplies. Key developments include a $179 million investment by the Queensland Government for community battery projects, Santos’ $5.7 billion gas pipeline project following a legal battle win, and a $206 million energy savings package for NSW households. Additionally, the Australian government has secured new gas supply deals to support the east coast market, emphasizing the role of gas in transitioning to a renewable grid.

CVoter India Today: BJP Projected to Secure Clear Majority in 2024 Indian Elections

India 2024

9 February, 2024

The latest opinion polls, including the Mood of the Nation survey by India Today, predict a comfortable victory for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP and its allies in the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), with a projected win of 335 Lok Sabha seats in the 2024 general elections. This forecast suggests a slight decrease from the 2019 elections but still ensures a majority. The survey, involving interviews with over 149,000 respondents, reflects Modi’s enduring popularity based on his nationalist policies and economic reforms. Other polls echo these findings, although seat projections vary slightly. The opposition INDIA alliance is expected to secure a significant number of seats, yet not enough to challenge the NDA’s majority. These predictions highlight a political landscape that remains largely favorable to Modi and the BJP as the election approaches

All Indian nationals have been evacuated from the conflict-torn Pisochyn

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