india report 2024

Google suspended 2.9 million advertiser accounts and removed 247.4 million ads in India in 2024 due to policy violations. Globally, over 39.2 million accounts were suspended and 5.1 billion ads were taken down. The company implemented over 50 improvements to its LLMs and suspended 700,000 accounts, leading to a 90% drop in scam ad reports.

India's goods exports marginally increased to $437.4 billion in 2024-25, possibly influenced by anticipatory shipments before potential US tariffs. Despite global challenges, total goods and services exports rose by 6% to $820 billion, with non-oil exports reaching a record $374 billion. Engineering and electronics exports saw significant growth, highlighting India's resilience in a tough economic climate.

Google India removed 247 million ads in 2024 for policy violations, suspending 2.9 million advertiser accounts to maintain ad safety. Top violations included financial service scams, trademark misuse, and abuse of the ad network. Globally, 5.

Despite global market downturns, India's investor participation surged, reaching 11.2 crore by February 2025, with 11.3 lakh new investors joining that month alone. The National Stock Exchange data reveals a significant rise in retail engagement over the past year. North and East India lead in growth, reflecting a shifting regional landscape in investor demographics, showcasing rising public interest in equities.

Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport secures the 9th position among the world's busiest airports in 2024, according to the Airports Council International. This achievement highlights India's booming aviation sector and Delhi's growing importance as a global air transport hub. The airport's expansion and upgrades, coupled with increased flight connectivity, have significantly contributed to its success.

HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank are poised to release their Q4 FY25 financial results, with HDFC Bank showcasing a 7.7% year-on-year increase in advances, reaching Rs 27.73 lakh crore. ICICI Bank is anticipated to reveal robust earnings, projecting a 10-15% rise in net profit, driven by improvements in asset quality and a stable outlook from Fitch Ratings.

Harpreet Singh, a key suspect in multiple Punjab terror attacks, has been apprehended in California by the FBI and US Immigration. Wanted in India and linked to international terrorist organizations, Singh illegally entered the US in 2021. He faces charges related to the 2024 Chandigarh grenade attack, where he allegedly provided support alongside Pakistan-based terrorist Harwinder Singh Sandhu.

A parliamentary panel has criticized Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for a Rs 9.54 crore loss on its Rotary Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Program with IIT Kanpur. The Committee on Public Undertakings (CPU) found HAL initiated the project without proper market research, resulting in a UAV that failed to meet defence requirements.

Germany's tourism sees a boost from Indian travellers. Air connectivity improves with more direct flights. Special travel packages are available for Indian tourists. In 2024, Indian visitors increased, staying longer. Germany focuses on romance, culture, and sustainability. The presence of Indian students also supports tourism. Efforts are underway to simplify the Schengen visa process for easier travel.