Andhra Pradesh is seeking new markets for its shrimp exports after US tariffs made trade costly. The state’s IT and HRD Minister, N Lokesh Naidu, said Australia may ease restrictions on importing Indian prawns. He met with Seafood Industry Australia and discussed trade missions and partnerships to help local exporters. Andhra Pradesh supplies 80% of India’s shrimp and 34% of marine exports, supporting over 30 lakh people. US tariffs had canceled around half of the orders, costing the state nearly Rs 25,000 crore. The move to Australia aims to reduce dependence on a single market and boost exports. (PC: X)

Apple CEO Tim Cook extended Diwali wishes on X, sharing a photo captured on iPhone 17 Pro Max by Apeksha Maker. The image showcases a woman in traditional attire lighting diyas surrounded by marigold flowers, highlighting warm lamp reflections. Cook wrote, "Wishing a joyful and healthy Diwali to all celebrating around the world!" This continues his tradition of featuring community-sourced images during cultural celebrations. The iPhone 17 Pro Max features a 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR display, A19 Pro chip with 40% better sustained performance, triple 48MP camera system with 8x optical zoom, and longest-ever iPhone battery life. India prices range from ₹1,49,900 to ₹2,29,900.

Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai celebrated Diwali with a creative Instagram post featuring colorful barfis arranged as the Google logo. The sweets in red, yellow, green, and blue color mimicked Google's iconic colors, surrounded by ladoos, flowers, and rangoli. "Obviously this is the only way we serve barfi in my house," Pichai captioned, wishing everyone "a Happy Diwali filled with light, joy, and your favorite festive treats (Google themed or otherwise!)." The post quickly went viral, drawing festive greetings and reactions. Users commented "Matlab barfi khilani hi hai Google wali" and "Happy Deepavali Sundar!" This continues Pichai's tradition in 2024 where he shared a Google-themed Diya photograph.

Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra stated US tariff measures under President Trump don't significantly threaten India's economy, citing its domestic-driven resilience. Speaking at IMF-World Bank Fall Meetings in Washington, Malhotra acknowledged unprecedented global uncertainties but emphasized India's strong macroeconomic fundamentals through prudent policies. He expressed cautious optimism about trade negotiations with Washington. Addressing rupee volatility amid tariff announcements, Malhotra reiterated RBI's market-driven approach while ensuring orderly movements and curbing abnormal fluctuations. The RBI prevented rupee from breaching its September 30 record low of 88.80. MPC unanimously maintained the repo rate at 5.5 percent despite softer inflation outlook, with Malhotra stating it's not the opportune time for rate cuts. (PC: Mint)

The Global Brilliance Awards 2025 were presented at the historic British Parliament in London. The awards honored individuals and organizations across 15 categories, including innovation, entrepreneurship, education, social impact, and global leadership. The ceremony celebrated achievements that inspire excellence and global cooperation.   The summit was organized by Mr. Aditya Pratap Singh, President of the Global Brilliance Forum. Lord Rami Ranger, Member of Parliament, was the Chief Guest. Other dignitaries included Advocate Vikalp Singh from India’s Supreme Court, former MP Virendra Sharma, and Mayor Prerna Bhardwaj. Representatives from the London School of Economics, London Business School, diplomats, industrialists, and global professionals also attended.   A key highlight was the panel discussion on “The Impact of the India–UK Free Trade Agreement: Building a Shared Future.” The session was moderated by Mr. Manish Tiwari, Patron of the Forum and a renowned marketing expert. Founder of leading multicultural marketing agency in the UK, Mr. Tiwari guided discussions among economists, business leaders, and policy experts.   The evening concluded with a Diwali celebration, including traditional lamps and Indian cultural performances, highlighting India’s heritage and its growing presence on the global stage.

Google announced a $15 billion investment to build its largest artificial intelligence hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. CEO Sundar Pichai said he spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the project, calling it a “landmark development.” The hub, built with the Adani Group, will include gigawatt-scale data centres and a subsea internet gateway. PM Modi said the project supports the “Viksit Bharat” vision and will boost India’s digital economy. Google said the investment will create jobs, promote innovation, and expand AI-driven services. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu called it a new chapter in India’s digital growth. (PC: X)

Google announced a $15 billion investment in India over five years, establishing its largest AI hub outside the US in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Google CEO Sundar Pichai discussed the plans with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing the hub as combining gigawatt-scale compute capacity, a new international subsea gateway, and large-scale energy infrastructure. Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian unveiled the project in New Delhi. Bharti Airtel partnered with Google to build the purpose-built data center and Cable Landing Station. Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh called it a strategic advantage, saying Visakhapatnam will become a global connectivity and AI powerhouse, providing India's digital backbone for next-generation IT infrastructure.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced he is contemplating a significant increase in tariffs on Chinese imports, escalating tensions in the already strained U.S.-China trade relationship. He emphasized that there is currently no reason to hold a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, citing ongoing trade imbalances and policy disagreements. Trump’s remarks reflect his continued hardline approach toward China, focusing on protecting American economic interests. Analysts warn that a major tariff hike could disrupt global supply chains, impact international trade, and heighten economic uncertainty amid existing geopolitical and financial challenges between the two nations.

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that from November 1, the United States will impose an additional 100% tariff on all Chinese imports, alongside new export controls on critical software. He stated the move aims to curb Beijing’s “unfair trade practices” and protect American industries. The decision is expected to escalate tensions between Washington and Beijing, potentially disrupting global supply chains, particularly in electronics, EVs, and manufacturing sectors. Economists warn the tariff war could trigger price hikes and market volatility ahead of the U.S. elections. (PC: PTI)

India’s brewing excellence shone at the Asia Beer Challenge 2025, with Devans Modern Breweries Ltd. and Kimaya Himalayan Beverages LLP winning six awards. Kimaya’s BeeYoung Beyond clinched Gold in the International Style Pilsner category, while BeeYoung Crafted Strong earned Silver in Strong Lager. Devans’ Godfather Super Strong 8% won Gold in Strong Lager, with Six Fields Blanche and Six Fields Cult securing Silvers in Witbier and Dubbel Wit categories. Godfather Luxury Lager took Bronze in Tropical-Style Light Lager. The competition, judged via blind tasting by Asia-based beer buyers, underscores India’s growing presence in premium and craft beer segments across Asia’s booming market. (PC: Brewer World)