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Current Affairs 26 June 2026

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  • Amazon announces additional $13 billion investment in India for cloud and AI expansion
  • India, United States close to finalising key bilateral trade deal, says Piyush Goyal

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ECONOMY

Amazon announces additional $13 billion investment in India for cloud and AI expansion

Amazon has announced that it will invest an additional $13 billion in India by 2030 to expand its cloud and artificial intelligence infrastructure in the country.[4] The new investment adds to Amazon's existing commitments in India and underscores the importance of the Indian market for global technology and e‑commerce firms.[4] A new facility has been inaugurated in Bengaluru as part of this expansion, indicating a focus on strengthening regional data and AI capabilities.[4] The investment is expected to support digital infrastructure, AI services, and cloud computing for Indian businesses, startups, and government entities.[4] This move aligns with India’s broader digital transformation agenda, including growing demand for data centres, AI platforms, and enterprise cloud solutions. It also signals increased competition among global tech giants in India’s AI and cloud services space. The announcement comes amid India’s push to attract more high‑technology FDI and position itself as a major global digital hub.

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Amazon recently announced an additional investment in India to expand its cloud and AI infrastructure. What is the announced amount and target year for this investment?

DIPLOMACY

India, United States close to finalising key bilateral trade deal, says Piyush Goyal

India’s Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has stated that India and the United States are very close to finalising a trade deal after fresh round of talks with U.S. trade chief Jamieson Greer.[4] The negotiations are focused on a pact that is considered crucial for strengthening bilateral economic ties between the two countries.[4] The announcement follows Goyal’s recent visit and discussions, indicating progress on long‑pending trade issues such as tariffs, market access, and regulatory barriers.[4] A successful agreement could help resolve disputes over certain goods and services, and lay the groundwork for deeper economic cooperation.[4] The trade deal is also seen in the broader context of strategic convergence between India and the U.S. in areas such as technology, supply chains, and defence.[4] For India, the pact may offer opportunities to boost exports and attract investment, while the U.S. seeks greater access to India’s growing market. The timeline for finalisation was not specified, but Goyal’s remarks signal that the negotiations are in their advanced stages.[4]

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Which Indian minister recently stated that India and the United States are very close to finalising a bilateral trade deal?

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