Author: Akancha Mishra

India’s Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri held a high-level roundtable in Tokyo on Monday with top leaders from Japan’s energy and technology sectors. The discussions centered on strengthening Indo-Japanese cooperation across the entire energy value chain, at a time when both countries are looking to deepen economic and strategic ties in the Indo-Pacific. Sharing details on X, Puri said that the dialogue focused on how energy security and sustainable development in the Indo-Pacific will increasingly be shaped by India’s expanding scale—driven by massive infrastructure growth under Prime Minister Narendra Modi—and Japan’s long-standing expertise in advanced energy technologies.…

Indian exports of spices, tea, cashew nuts and processed foods are set to receive a major boost after US President Donald Trump announced a rollback of tariff hikes on nearly 200 food products. The move comes as the administration faces mounting political pressure following rising consumer prices and recent electoral setbacks. The revised tariff list includes several key Indian export items — black pepper, cardamom, cloves, cumin, turmeric, ginger, various tea categories, mango-based products and nuts such as cashew. The decision aims to make these products more affordable for American consumers amid inflation concerns. India exported over $500 million worth…

Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi held a wide range of high-level discussions with senior American naval leadership during his ongoing visit to the United States, strengthening the strategic depth of India–US maritime cooperation. His engagements included meetings with Admiral Samuel J. Paparo, who heads the US Indo-Pacific Command, Admiral Stephen T. Koehler of the US Pacific Fleet, and Lieutenant General James F. Glynn of the US Marine Forces Pacific. According to the Indian Navy, these conversations covered the central pillars of the defense partnership between the two nations, with a strong emphasis on maritime security, boosting…

Chirag Paswan’s Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) is on track for a historic breakthrough in the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, emerging as one of the standout performers within the BJP–JD(U)-led National Democratic Alliance. As per the Election Commission’s afternoon trends, the party is leading in 20 of the 28 constituencies it contested—its strongest showing since its inception. This election marks a major turning point for Chirag Paswan, who has navigated the party through internal fractures ever since the dramatic split triggered by his uncle Pashupati Nath Paras in 2020. The LJP(RV), founded by his father Ram Vilas Paswan, negotiated aggressively…

Philippines Ambassador to the United States Jose Manuel del Gallego Romualdez has praised the growing partnership between New Delhi and Manila, describing India as one of the Philippines’ closest and most reliable partners. Speaking at a private gathering in Washington on Wednesday evening, he underscored the remarkable progress in defense cooperation, particularly India’s supply of the BrahMos missile system. Romualdez noted that India has consistently supported the Philippines’ security and modernization goals. He highlighted that Manila is not only acquiring the BrahMos system but is also expanding its collaboration with India in technology and other defense capabilities. His remarks come…

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar represented India at the G7 Foreign Ministers’ meetings held in Niagara, Canada, where he participated in both bilateral and multilateral sessions with global leaders. His engagements covered major themes such as energy security, maritime cooperation, and strategic partnerships with key nations. During the outreach session on energy security and critical minerals, Jaishankar outlined India’s viewpoint on building resilience and reducing dependency in global supply chains. Sharing his insights on X, he highlighted the importance of predictability, collaboration, and coordinated policymaking to address market disruptions and uncertainties. He also stressed that implementation remains crucial, reaffirming India’s…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to preside over the grand national celebration marking the 150th birth anniversary of tribal freedom fighter Birsa Munda on November 15, 2025, at Dediapada in Gujarat’s Narmada district. The event will not only honor the tribal icon’s legacy but also spotlight Gujarat’s development momentum, as the Prime Minister unveils and lays the foundation stones for multiple projects valued at more than $1 billion. According to state minister and spokesperson Jitu Vaghani, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi have already reviewed detailed arrangements in a cabinet meeting to ensure the…

India’s commercial real estate sector witnessed strong momentum in the third quarter of 2025, with its top six cities collectively recording a 26% year-on-year surge in new office supply, amounting to 16.1 million sq. ft., according to a report by Vestian. The growth was driven by rising demand for premium workspaces from Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and expanding domestic enterprises. Pune emerged as the standout performer, registering a 164% jump in new office stock to 3.7 million sq. ft., propelled by large-scale occupier demand and rapid infrastructure development. Delhi-NCR followed with 3.1 million sq. ft., marking a 35% increase, while…

His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan led an emotional mass prayer on Tuesday at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu, honoring the victims of the tragic blast in New Delhi. Thousands of Bhutanese citizens gathered to express solidarity with India during the somber ceremony. The event coincided with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Bhutan, where he joined the nation in celebrating the 70th birthday of the revered former monarch, King Jigme Singye Wangchuck. Upon his arrival at Paro Airport, Prime Minister Modi was warmly received by his Bhutanese counterpart, Tshering Tobgay. Taking to X, Tobgay…

A delegation from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) completed a three-day visit to Mauritius, marking a major step forward in space cooperation between the two nations under the India-Mauritius Joint Satellite Initiative. According to the Indian High Commission in Port Louis, the ISRO team held extensive technical discussions with the Mauritius Research and Innovation Council (MRIC) and convened the 4th Joint Working Group meeting to assess progress on the joint satellite program. The visit also included a collaborative workshop that brought together policymakers and researchers to review the satellite’s development. Attendees included Mauritian Minister of Tertiary Education, Science and…