India’s AI market to triple by 2027

India’s artificial intelligence (AI) market is projected to triple to $17 billion by 2027, emerging as one of the fastest-growing AI economies globally, a report showed on Wednesday.

Eye on growth 

The Reserve Bank of India’s recent policy moves — a 100 basis point cut in both the policy rate and the Cash Reserve Ratio — are aimed at energizing the economy through increased liquidity. While these measures are welcome on the surface, they face a fundamental limitation: liquidity by itself is not growth unless it meets willing and capable demand. As highlighted by a recent Nuvama report, the missing piece in this economic equation is consumption. Simply put, who will take this money and turn it into real economic activity?

Weinstein convicted of sexual assault in retrial

Former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein has been found guilty of one count of sexual assault in his New York retrial. He was cleared of another charge, while the jury is still deciding on a third charge of rape.

Jaishankar welcomes European Parliament’s backing

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met leaders of the European Parliament during his visit to Belgium and Luxembourg. He welcomed their support for stronger India-European Union relations. Jaishankar thanked them for understanding India’s right to defend itself from terrorism.

Russian attacks kill 3 as drones hit Kharkiv

Russian forces launched a new drone assault across Ukraine overnight on Wednesday, killing three people and wounding 64 others, Ukrainian officials said. One of the hardest-hit areas was the city of Kharkiv

WTC Final: Aus, SA struggle on Day 1

Day 1 of the World Test Championship 2025 final saw fast bowling take center stage. Australia were all out for just 212 runs. South African pacer Kagiso Rabada took 5 wickets and led the bowling attack.