Avadhut Sathe Academy (ASA), a prominent name in retail trading education, has formally contested the Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (Sebi) recent directive restricting its activities. The order, which alleged regulatory breaches related to investment advisory norms, has triggered a strong rebuttal from the academy. ASA maintains that its training programmes are strictly educational and do not amount to offering investment advice.

India continues to assert itself as a global economic and geopolitical force in 2025, with significant strides across infrastructure, technology, and energy sectors. The country faces a complex mix of opportunities and challenges, including robust GDP growth, digital transformation, climate action initiatives, and social policy reforms. Strategic investments, regulatory changes, and international collaborations are shaping India’s economic trajectory, while domestic socio-political dynamics influence governance and public sentiment.

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) of Australia has issued a formal safety warning concerning GLP-1 receptor agonists, including Ozempic-style drugs, widely prescribed for type 2 diabetes and weight management. The advisory highlights potential adverse effects such as gastrointestinal complications, pancreatitis risk, and cardiovascular concerns, urging healthcare providers and patients to exercise caution. The TGA emphasizes close monitoring, dosage adherence, and patient education to mitigate risks.

Recent developments in neurology have underscored the critical role of early diagnosis and innovative treatment strategies in managing complex brain disorders. Leading neurologists emphasize the importance of integrating cutting-edge imaging, biomarker analysis, and personalized therapy to enhance patient outcomes. From neurodegenerative diseases to stroke rehabilitation, research highlights significant progress in understanding brain function, disease mechanisms, and potential interventions.

Kerala continues to make strides in HIV prevention and management, with recent updates highlighting the state’s commitment to comprehensive healthcare strategies. Authorities have reported ongoing efforts to expand testing, treatment accessibility, and public awareness campaigns, addressing both urban and rural populations. The state emphasizes early detection, adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART), and community engagement as cornerstones of its approach.

India and the United Kingdom have advanced discussions on the proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA), with New Delhi indicating a calibrated and flexible stance on data localisation—one of the central negotiation points. While India remains committed to safeguarding digital sovereignty and consumer privacy, the government is exploring frameworks that balance regulatory control with industry competitiveness and cross-border data flows.

India’s mobile phone imports have plunged to an unprecedented 0.02% of total domestic consumption in 2024–25, marking a dramatic shift driven by robust manufacturing growth and the success of government-led incentive schemes. The near-elimination of imports underscores India’s transformation into a global handset production hub, backed by high-value investments, capacity expansion by major OEMs, and a maturing component ecosystem. As companies strengthen local assembly and begin diversifying into advanced manufacturing, India’s mobile sector is rapidly moving toward self-reliance.

Meesho’s initial public offering closed with an extraordinary 79-times subscription, marking one of the most vigorous investor responses to a consumer-internet IPO in recent years. The issue drew overwhelming interest from qualified institutional buyers, high-net-worth individuals, and retail investors, underscoring strong confidence in the company’s asset-light e-commerce model and accelerating financial performance. Meesho’s wide seller base, expanding profitability trajectory, and increasing penetration across value-conscious markets have strengthened its appeal.

Kesoram Industries, one of India’s oldest conglomerates with deep legacy ties to the Birla family, is set for a significant ownership shift as the promoters formally exit the company. Frontier Warehousing, backed by the Edelweiss Group, has taken control through a series of transactions that transfer management influence and stake ownership. The development marks the end of an era for the storied industrial house while opening a new chapter for the company’s cement and allied businesses.

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for its upcoming toll-operate-transfer infrastructure investment trust, RIIT InvIT. The regulatory nod marks a major step in the government’s continuing push to monetise operational highway assets and attract long-term institutional capital. The InvIT structure is expected to unlock significant value by enabling investors to participate in stable, annuity-style revenue streams from national highway projects.