Why Indian students are flocking to German universities
A student from IIT Bombay, who did not wish to be named, told DW that caste status can often be seen in students' surnames. Many Indian surnames are associated with caste background…
As Bangladesh builds China ties, India looks on
Bangladesh's interim government is expanding cooperation with Beijing as ties with neighboring India remain strained following the ouster of former leader Sheikh Hasina.…
India’s endless war against TB
World Tuberculosis Day, marked annually on 24 March, raises public awareness about the devastating health, social and economic consequences of TB, and to step up efforts to end the global TB epidemic.…
India’s Muslims live in fear of Hindu nationalist violence
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP party may have lost its majority in national elections, but its Hindu nationalist agenda continues to result in religious extremism and the targeting of minorities. The…
World Obesity Day: India grapples with growing health crisis
After the US and China, India has the third-highest percentage of obese citizens in the world, with over 135 million Indians classed as overweight or obese.…
India and Latin America tighten ties to diversify trade
Under its policy of "strategic autonomy," India has been expanding its presence in Latin America. Countries in the region have welcomed the push and hope to diversify their own geopolitical partnerships.…
BIZ: German cars dominate India’s luxury market
"BMW and Mercedes-Benz focus on the luxury market, whereas brands like Toyota and Honda cater to the mass market. The influx of Chinese automakers has mostly impacted mass-market brands," he said.…
Paris AI Summit: India fosters AI startups and initiatives
As global powers vie for dominance in the field of AI, India, which ranks 10th globally in terms of private investments, is determined to establish itself as a leading force.…
The show goes on: India’s Maha Kumbh Mela draw millions on auspicious date
We explain the significance of the Maha Kumbh Mela. The festival is still underway in northern India and has continued uninterrupted even after a deadly stampede. The Hindu festival is expected to…
India opposition chides Modi over ‘humiliating’ deportations
Opposition lawmakers in India's parliament are protesting the US deportations of Indian immigrants. Reports have claimed mistreatment of the deportees.…
India’s female soldiers get new career path
A historic Supreme Court order in 2020 granted women a permanent commission. This enabled them to access the same opportunities as their male counterparts, such as holding command posts. "It took cultural…