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Friday, August 15, 2025
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Topic: Semiconductors

IITs, IISc roll out semiconductor courses. Army of engineers needed for India’s chip dream

To meet India’s goal of becoming a semiconductor powerhouse, IITs and IISc are rejigging curricula, launching short courses, and hosting online classes. Focus is on fabrication, not just design.

Trump exempts mobile phones, computers and other electronics from tariffs

Trump’s move excludes certain electronics from his 10% tariffs, easing import costs for semiconductors from Taiwan and iPhones made in India.

China leads semiconductor race despite US sanctions. Still relying on foreign tech though

The so-called ‘showdown of the century’ between the two nations’ semiconductor industries has driven China’s innovation, fuelled by market demand and US restrictions.

India should do more than just watch US-China chip war. It’s a strategic opening

Shakti Fab and the Lobito Corridor both offer India strategic opportunities to play a pivotal role in this broader geopolitical realignment.

Global media on India’s new tech partnerships & how a ‘bolder fiscal plan’ can power its jobs market

Reports also look at the dwindling demand for diesel consumption in India, and how ‘overtourism’ and climate change are impacting India’s hill stations.

India and Singapore sign key agreements during Modi’s visit, a look at what these are

The 2 signed agreements on semiconductors, health, skilling & digital security. New digital development pact will aim to strengthen cooperation between the two countries' digital economies.

Global media peeks into India’s trade ties, the Russian ‘secret’ & a semiconductor pact on the cards

Meanwhile, India’s support for ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina is leaving it in a bind, international reports say.

India can compete with China on semiconductors. But it needs to build investor trust first

India must pursue technology partnerships, discuss trade in the Indo-Pacific, formulate stronger IP. This will help operationalise the notion of ‘trust’ in critical supply chains

As US-China trade war heats up, a new era of govt-driven industrial policy is taking shape

In latest move, China put export curbs on 2 chipmaking minerals. Experts say long-term impact of such tactics will be less on markets and more on geopolitics of global supply chains.

EU will deepen cooperation with Japan on semiconductors, says EU Commissioner Breton

The EU will also be supportive of Japanese semiconductor companies considering operating there, including through access to subsidies.

On Camera

How Saba Azad became the accidental voice of Bengal’s language protests

Bengalis are hurt over a statement by the Delhi police calling Bangla a ‘Bangladeshi language’ and the lines Azad sang have unwittingly become protest music in Kolkata now.

Slashing GST on waste can unlock Rs 1.8 lakh crore, high tax hurting circular economy goals—CSE

Centre for Science and Environment in new report makes case for rationalising GST on waste material, saying most informal operators can’t afford high tax & it also hinders recycling.

President awards 1st set of Sarvottam Yudh Seva medals since Kargil, 7 honoured for leading Op Sindoor

This year, the Indian Air Force received four of the seven awards, followed by the Indian Army with two medals, and the Indian Navy with one. 

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.