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)

Ragini Das, co-founder of the recently shuttered professional women's network Leap.club, has been appointed as the Head of Google for Startups in India. This new role marks a full circle for Das, who had previously been rejected by the tech giant 12 years ago. After her startup, Leap.club, paused its operations in June, Das found a role at Google that aligned with her experience in the startup ecosystem. In a LinkedIn post, she expressed her excitement to support Indian startups with her new role. (PC: X)

Luxury automaker Aston Martin has ventured into premium parenting products by launching an exclusive baby stroller in collaboration with renowned British brand egg. The high-end stroller merges Aston Martin's iconic design philosophy with egg's expertise in luxury childcare products, targeting affluent parents seeking premium mobility solutions for their infants. The collaboration represents Aston Martin's strategic brand extension beyond automotive into lifestyle luxury goods, following the success of other premium car manufacturers in diversifying their product portfolios. The stroller features sophisticated styling cues inspired by Aston Martin's legendary sports cars while maintaining egg's focus on comfort, safety, and functionality. This partnership marks a significant entry into the luxury baby products market, where discerning parents increasingly seek premium alternatives that reflect their lifestyle aspirations and brand preferences.

President Trump announced 100% tariffs on all branded or patented pharmaceutical products starting October 1, 2025, unless companies build manufacturing plants in the US. Indian pharmaceutical giants faced sharp declines Friday morning as Cipla dropped 1.91%, Sun Pharma fell 3%, Dr Reddy's declined 1.50%, and Zydus Lifesciences plunged 3.22%. Alkem Laboratories also dropped 2.26%. The Nifty Pharma index fell 1.40% to 21,669.80 points. The tariff announcement particularly impacts Indian firms who supply affordable generics covering nine out of ten US prescriptions. This move threatens both manufacturers' revenues and low-cost medicine availability in America, as the US imported nearly $233 billion worth of pharmaceutical products in 2024. (PC: X & Getty Images)

The Trump administration's sharp increase in H1B visa fees was expected to boost outsourcing to India as companies seek cost-effective alternatives. However, this anticipated surge faces potential disruption from new legislation. Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio has introduced the Halting International Relocation of Employment (HIRE) Act in the US Senate this month. The Republican-sponsored bill could significantly dampen the expected rise in Indian outsourcing if enacted in its current form. This legislative development represents a dual approach to restricting foreign employment practices - both through increased visa costs and potential legal barriers to offshore outsourcing. The proposed act signals continued political pressure on companies utilizing international workforce solutions, potentially reshaping global business strategies. (PC: The Telegraph)