Demand for bigger cars accelerates sales of wider tyres
The demand for wider tires with larger diameters of 18-22 inches has increased since 2020 as the popularity of SUV and MPV vehicles in the passenger vehicle market has risen. In contrast, tires with smaller diameters have experienced rapid decline. Despite the fact that wider tires negatively impact fuel efficiency, the buying criteria of consumers have changed, with greater emphasis on design, technology, and performance than fuel efficiency. Key Points
Economic TimesJoe Russo wants to promote Indian cinema globally for more exposure, thanks RRR
Joe Russo said Hollywood should support other markets like Indian cinema for a wider reach. He singled out RRR for its story and VFX in reaching global fans. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesJapan’s Fumio Kishida looks to convince India to get tough on Russia
India holds the presidency of the G-20, whose members Russia and China have opposed efforts by the wider group to condemn the invasion. The leaders of the G-7, a group of democracies with advanced economies, have renewed their support for Ukraine. Key Points
Economic TimesIndian companies can now list on international bourses in GIFT City
India Business News: Indian companies are now allowed to list directly on international exchanges in GIFT City, providing them access to a wider pool of investors. This move will boost foreign investment flows and broaden the investor base for Indian companies. Key Points
Times Of IndiaFormer Chinese premier Li Keqiang dies of heart attack: State media
Li Keqiang was once viewed as a top Communist Party leadership contender, but became increasingly sidelined by Xi in recent years. He memorably said in 2020 that over 600 million people in China earned less than the equivalent of $140 per month, sparking a wider debate on poverty and income inequality. Key Points
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What we can learn from returning NRIs
Loneliness and isolation are becoming increasingly common in urban India, exacerbated by the focus on individual goals and the decline of multigenerational family structures. Housing options in India now cater to smaller nuclear families, with wider familial fallback options being drastically reduced. Concurrently, long-resident Indians based abroad are returning in search of a more sociable and caring retired life. Key Points
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