South Asia

Let’s Meet Review: A Heartfelt Take on Digital-Era Friendships

Guest View Feb. 06, 2025

In an age wherein online and digital interactions have become an inseparable part of our lives, Let’s Meet presents a refreshingly real look at present-day connections. With Tanuj Virwani playing the character of Nikhil and Suman Rana as Priya, the film goes through the ripples of an online friendship that will dive between curiosity, companionship, […]

India’s French fries revolution: from importer to global exporter

The Brew News Team Jan. 28, 2025

NEW DELHI: India’s rise in the frozen French fry industry is a tale of transformation. Once a major importer, the country has emerged as a leading exporter, shipping 135,877 tonnes in 2023-24. This success stems from contract farming, innovative techniques, and cultivating processing-grade potatoes suited for global markets. Exports have surged, with 106,506 tonnes shipped […]

India allows duty-free diamond imports from April 2025

The Brew News Team Jan. 22, 2025

NEW DELHI: India is set to allow duty-free imports of natural cut and polished diamonds smaller than a quarter carat starting April 1, 2025. Announced by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the new Diamond Imprest Authorisation Scheme targets “two star” export houses with annual exports exceeding $15 million. Participants are required to meet an […]

Pakistan launches first home-made observation satellite

The Brew News Team Jan. 20, 2025

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan successfully launched its first home-made observation satellite, PRSC-EO1, on Friday from China’s Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre. The Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) announced the satellite’s launch, highlighting its transformative potential. According to SUPARCO, PRSC-EO1 is designed to enhance Pakistan’s capacity to monitor and manage natural resources, respond effectively to disasters, and […]

ISRO India achieves first successful space docking, paving the way for future missions

The Brew News Team Jan. 17, 2025

BENGALURU: India’s space agency ISRO has made history by successfully conducting its first-ever space docking, joining two small spacecraft in orbit. This landmark achievement is crucial for India’s ambitions to develop its own space station and eventually send humans to the Moon. The mission, named SpaDeX, was launched from Sriharikota on December 30, with two […]

India opens doors to 100% foreign investment in food and beverage sector

The Brew News Team Jan. 13, 2025

NEW DELHI: In a landmark decision, India now permits 100% foreign investment in the food and beverage sector, allowing full foreign ownership and management of enterprises, announced Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal. “The government will ensure speedy and hassle-free work permits for those setting up or working in foreign-owned food and beverage businesses […]

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