According to two sources familiar with the matter at hand, Alphabet Inc’s Google is in talks with the Indian government to integrate its shopping services with the country’s open e-commerce network ONDC. In late April, India launched its Open Network for… Read More ›
Day: May 27, 2022
US witnessing highest inflation in four decades
Americans are seeing the highest levels of inflation in four decades. Earnings from retailers are showing a split in shopping patterns even as prices of everything ranging from toothpaste to TVs have curbed the spending habits of US consumers. While… Read More ›
LNG price volatility impeding push towards decarbonization
Forecasts of tighter LNG supplies along with volatile prices for the next few years are keeping buyers on edge and are impeding the push towards alternative energy sources. As a result of these factors, energy security has become a top… Read More ›
Poland’s parliament clear judicial reforms bill, to unblock EU COVID-19 recovery funds
In a significant development, the Polish Parliament voted in favour of a bill that will replace a contested disciplinary chamber for judges with a new body; the development clears the way for Poland to tap billions of euros from the… Read More ›
Egypt purchases 23 Chinook helicopters from US for $2.6 billion
In a statement the Pentagon said, the U.S. State Department has approved the potential sale of CH-47F Chinook helicopters and related equipment to Egypt for an estimated cost of $2.6 billion. Egypt had requested to purchase 23 CH-47F Chinook helicopters…. Read More ›
Australia boosts weapon purchase from US
The U.S. State Department has approved the sale of mobile rocket launchers to Australia. The development comes at a time when Canberra is seeking to boost its military presence in the Indo-Pacific region, midst growing Chinese belligerence. In a statement… Read More ›