India and United States hold talks on Bilateral Trade Agreement in New Delhi
In New Delhi, Indian and American officials held talks to advance a Bilateral Trade Agreement. The discussions, led by India's Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal and U.S. Deputy Trade Representative Rick Switzer, focused on reducing trade barriers and deepening cooperation in goods, services, and investment. The talks also touched on relief from U.S. tariffs tied to Indian oil purchases and steps to ease agricultural imports. While officials described the discussions as constructive, they stressed that negotiations are ongoing. A successful agreement could broaden market access for Indian exporters and create closer economic alignment with the United States.
Bilateral Trade Agreement talks in New Delhi between India and the U.S.
Leaders: Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal and USTR Rick Switzer.
Topics: barriers, goods, services, investment, tariffs on Russian oil.
Officials described talks as constructive; negotiations ongoing.
Possible outcomes: greater market access for India; closer U.S.-India economic ties.
Rupee weakens against the dollar amid mixed global cues
The Indian rupee weakened to around 90.21 per U.S. dollar on December 11, 2025, pressured by broad dollar demand from corporate clients and net outflows. Market analysts noted the move came despite a supportive tone from the U.S. Federal Reserve, which cut rates but saw renewed currency pressures due to trade dynamics and external financing considerations. In New Delhi, negotiations with the United States on trade terms continued, and RBI-related liquidity management measures were discussed. Traders expect volatility to persist until tariff and trade negotiations show clearer progress, with investors watching domestic macro data and policy signals.
Rupee around 90.21 per USD on Dec 11, 2025.
Dollar Demand from corporates and outflows weigh on rupee.
Fed rate cut provided some relief; broader pressures persist.
Market volatility linked to tariff and trade progress.
Amul extends regional sponsorship with Argentina Football Association
Dairy brand Amul announced the extension of its partnership with the Argentina Football Association (AFA) as Official Regional Sponsor for another season. This marks Amul’s continued presence in Argentine football during the World Cup 2026 period and makes it the first Indian regional sponsor in Argentine football since 2022. The sponsorship aims to boost Amul’s brand visibility in football-loving markets and to promote mutual marketing opportunities across the region, reflecting growing cross-border brand collaborations between Indian companies and Latin American football ecosystems.
Amul extends sponsorship with Argentina Football Association (AFA).
Official Regional Sponsor for World Cup 2026 period.
First Indian regional sponsor in Argentine football since 2022.
Aims to boost brand visibility through football partnerships.
Signs continued cross-border collaboration between India and Argentina.
Amazon to invest USD 35 billion in India by 2030
US-based technology and retail group Amazon announced a plan to invest USD 35 billion in India by 2030. Amazon’s Senior Vice President for Emerging Markets, Amit Agarwal, made the disclosure at the sixth edition of the Amazon Smbhav Summit in New Delhi. The investment supports India’s growth vision, labeled Viksit Bharat, and targets expansion of artificial intelligence capabilities, logistics infrastructure, and support for small businesses. The company projects the move will create about 1 million direct, indirect, and seasonal jobs across the country. The commitment reinforces India’s role in Amazon’s global expansion strategy and its aim to deepen digital commerce and cloud services in the Indian market.
USD 35 billion investment planned in India by 2030.
Announced by Amit Agarwal at Amazon Smbhav Summit, New Delhi.
Focus on AI capabilities, logistics, and SME support.
Projected to create about 1 million jobs (direct, indirect, seasonal).
Aligned with India’s Viksit Bharat growth vision.
Dec 10, 2025
Bitcoin MENA 2025 wraps up in Abu Dhabi with global finance focus
Bitcoin MENA 2025 concluded at the ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi, on December 9, 2025, after two days of discussions on digital finance transformation. The event drew more than 12,000 attendees from over 100 countries, featuring discussions on crypto adoption, regulation, and institutional investment. UAE regulators, including the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) and the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), and zero-tax treatment for personal crypto gains, contributed to a favorable regulatory climate. The conference signaled Abu Dhabi’s growing role as a regional hub for digital assets and fintech innovation, with speakers highlighting infrastructure, policy, and market developments.
Bitcoin MENA 2025 held on 8–9 December in Abu Dhabi; wraps on 9 December.
Over 12,000 attendees from 100+ countries; focus on digital finance transformation.
Regulatory frameworks by VARA and SCA discussed; UAE favorable for crypto.
Abu Dhabi positioned as a hub for fintech and digital assets.
Bitcoin MENA 2025 wrap-up: Abu Dhabi hosts crypto and fintech exchange
Bitcoin MENA 2025 concluded in Abu Dhabi with a focus on digital finance transformation and crypto adoption. The event drew more than 12,000 attendees from over 100 countries and featured discussions on regulatory frameworks, institutional investment, and fintech infrastructure. UAE authorities highlighted clear rules and a supportive ecosystem, including the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority and the Securities and Commodities Authority. The conference reinforced Abu Dhabi’s growing status as a regional hub for digital assets and investment, with industry leaders stressing collaboration between regulators, financial institutions, and technology firms to drive innovation while ensuring consumer protection.
Bitcoin MENA 2025 concluded in Abu Dhabi (9 Dec 2025).
Over 12,000 attendees from 100+ countries; crypto adoption topics discussed.
Regulatory frameworks highlighted by VARA and SCA in UAE.
Abu Dhabi reinforcing status as a digital assets hub.
Adani Group to build Rs 2,500 crore AI-driven green data centre in Telangana
At the Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025, the Adani Group announced a 48-megawatt green data centre in Telangana with an investment of about Rs 2,500 crore. Karan Adani highlighted the facility’s AI-driven design to support cloud services, high-performance computing, and data storage for India’s growing digital economy. The project positions Adani Ports & SEZ Ltd in the data infrastructure space and aligns with national ambitions to expand digital capacity. The centre is expected to bolster regional data capability and attract tech-driven investment. The announcement underscores India’s push to strengthen its data-centre ecosystem across states.
Adani to invest Rs 2,500 crore in a 48 MW green data centre in Telangana.
Facility to be AI-driven for AI, cloud, and HPC workloads.
Part of India's expanding digital infrastructure plans.
Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025 served as the stage for the announcement.
Dec 09, 2025
HCLTech, Dolphin Semiconductors to Co-develop Energy-efficient Chips
HCL Technologies announced a strategic partnership with French semiconductor company Dolphin Semiconductors to co-develop energy-efficient chips by embedding Dolphin's specialised low-power IP into its silicon design workflows.
This integration will deliver scalable, high-efficiency SoCs (system-on-chips) that reduce energy consumption while maintaining robust computational capabilities across diverse workloads.
Telangana Summit Day 1 MoUs Reach About Rs 1.8–2.43 Lakh Crore, Say Reports
Media reports on Day 1 of the Telangana Rising Global Summit indicate MoUs and investment commitments totaling roughly Rs 1.8–2.43 lakh crore, with Brookfield-Axis Energy Ventures pledging about Rs 75,000 crore for Bharat Future City and Vin Group signing for Rs 27,000 crore in integrated projects. The Trump Media & Technology Group reportedly highlighted a separate $10 billion investment intent. The Day 1 momentum reflects Telangana’s strategy to attract global capital and advance a multi-sector growth plan in line with its 2047-vision.
Day 1 MoUs total around Rs 1.8–2.43 lakh crore.
Brookfield-Axis pledge: Rs 75,000 crore for Bharat Future City.
Vin Group: Rs 27,000 crore for integrated projects.
Trump Group reportedly signals $10 billion investment intent.
Event marks Telangana’s push toward a $3 trillion economy by 2047.
Telangana Rising Global Summit Attracts Rs 2 Lakh Crore in Day-1 Deals
The two-day Telangana Rising Global Summit, held on December 8–9, 2025 at Bharat Future City, Hyderabad, drew major investment commitments on Day 1 totaling about Rs 2 lakh crore. A marquee intent of $10 billion was announced by a global tech group, with over 35 MoUs signed across deep tech, infrastructure, and core sectors. Key pledges included large-scale developments in urban, energy, and manufacturing spaces, underscoring Telangana’s ambition to become a multi-trillion-dollar economy by 2047. The summit brought together global leaders and Indian corporate chiefs to showcase Telangana’s investment ecosystem and policy incentives for investors.
Summit dates: December 8–9, 2025; venue Bharat Future City, Hyderabad.
Day-1 MoUs and investment commitments around Rs 2 lakh crore.
Major $10 billion investment intent from Trump Media & Technology Group’s representative.
35+ MoUs signed across deep tech, infrastructure, and manufacturing.
Telangana targets a three-trillion-dollar economy by 2047.
HCLTech, Dolphin Semiconductors to Co-develop Energy-efficient Chips
HCL Technologies announced a strategic partnership with French semiconductor company Dolphin Semiconductors to co-develop energy-efficient chips by embedding Dolphin's specialised low-power IP into its silicon design workflows.
This integration will deliver scalable, high-efficiency SoCs (system-on-chips) that reduce energy consumption while maintaining robust computational capabilities across diverse workloads.
Dec 08, 2025
Jeyandran Venugopal Named RRVL President & CEO
Former Flipkart executive Jeyandran Venugopal has been appointed President & Chief Executive Officer of Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL), signaling a significant leadership shift as the retailer approaches a potential public listing. In his new role, Venugopal will work with Isha Ambani and the broader leadership team under Mukesh Ambani and Manoj Modi. He previously led product, engineering, and data functions as CPTO at Myntra and Jabong, steering scale and profitability. The appointment aligns governance with Reliance Industries' expanding retail footprint across India, as the group pursues growth, integration with fintech initiatives, and strategic long-term expansion.
Venugopal named President & CEO of Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd.
Former CPTO at Myntra and Jabong prior to this role.
Position aligns with a potential upcoming public listing.
Will collaborate with Isha Ambani and Manoj Modi.
Strengthens leadership during rapid expansion of Reliance Retail.
Dec 07, 2025
Netflix to Acquire Warner Bros Discovery Studios and Streaming Business for $72 Billion
In a seismic shift for the global entertainment industry, Netflix has agreed to acquire Warner Bros Discovery's TV and film studios along with its streaming assets in a landmark $72 billion deal. Announced in December 2025, the acquisition will hand the world's largest streaming platform control over iconic franchises such as Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, and DC Comics, dramatically altering the power structure of Hollywood.
Cristiano Ronaldo Joins AI Company Perplexity as Investor, Brand Ambassador
Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has became an investor in and brand ambassador for AI company Perplexity.
In addition, he unveiled a custom AI assistant, Ronaldo hub. Fans can now explore it to view previously unseen images from his personal archive, browse curated questions about all stages of his life, and relive his greatest goals on an interactive pitch.
With Ronaldo's over 650 million combined social media followers, Perplexity is eyeing reach in regions such as Latin America, the Middle East and Asia, where AI adoption is still growing.
Prasar Bharati Signs MoUs With Russian Media Organisations
Prasar Bharati entered into memoranda of understanding with Russian media organisations during Russian President Putin's State visit to India, for cooperation in the field of broadcasting, content sharing and information exchange.
The organisations include Joint Stock Company Gazprom-media Holding; National Media Group, BIG ASIA Media Group, ANO TV-Novosti, and TV BRICS. According to a release by Gamprom Media, the agreement was signed by its CEO Alexander Zharov and Prasar Bharati CEO Gaurav Dwivedi.