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India-Russia Ties Deepen Amid Bilateral Events and External Pressure

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev on the sidelines of the World Food India 2025 event, which Modi inaugurated at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The discussion centered on boosting India-Russia cooperation in agriculture, fertilizers, and food processing. Modi highlighted the positive interaction on his official X account, stating they "discussed ways to strengthen our win-win cooperation in agriculture, fertilizers, and food processing." He also conveyed greetings to President Vladimir Putin ..... Read More

Trade Talks Advance: India, US Eye Early Deal Closure

India and the United States have intensified efforts to finalize a mutually beneficial Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) amid a series of trade tensions. Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal led a delegation to the US between September 22 and 24, holding discussions with US officials and business leaders to promote trade and investment while addressing ongoing tariff disputes. The delegation met with top US representatives, including Ambassador Jamieson Greer, the United States Trade Representative, and Sergio Gor, the US Amba ..... Read More

India, Belize Explore Stronger Ties in Health, Education

India has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening relations with Belize, focusing on affordable healthcare and education partnerships. On the occasion of Belize’s 44th Independence Day, India’s Ambassador to Mexico, Pankaj Sharma, met Prime Minister John Briceño and conveyed warm greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two leaders discussed potential collaboration in low-cost healthcare through India’s flagship Pradhan Mantri Janaushadhi Pariyojna (PMBJP), which provides affordable medicines and medical devices to millions. The I ..... Read More

India Urges US to Allow Iran Oil, Reduce Russian Imports

Indian officials have reinforced their request for the United States to ease sanctions on Iranian and Venezuelan crude if it expects India to scale back its Russian oil imports. The appeal came during meetings in Washington this week with US counterparts, according to sources familiar with the discussions. Officials warned that simultaneously restricting Indian refiners’ access to crude from Russia, Iran, and Venezuela could trigger a sharp increase in global oil prices. Sources cited by Bloomberg emphasised that cutting off all three source ..... Read More

US Sources 40% Generics From India: Impact of Trump Tariffs

US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that, beginning October 1, 2025, all branded and patentedpharmaceutical products imported into the United States will face a 100% tariff. The policy exempts companies that are already constructing or planning US manufacturing plants, as clarified in Trump’s Truth Social post. The move is designed to incentivize domestic production of medicines and medical products. Alongside pharmaceuticals, the administration will impose steep tariffs on household goods. Kitchen cabinets will see a 50% tarif ..... Read More

PM Modi: Russia to Manufacture AK-203 Rifles in UP

At the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show in Greater Noida, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on India to reduce dependence on other nations and chart an independent growth path. Highlighting Russia’s role as the country partner at the event, Modi described the collaboration as a “strengthening of a time-tested partnership,” with over 2,200 exhibitors showcasing products and services. Modi emphasized Uttar Pradesh’s contribution to India’s industrial growth, noting that 55% of all mobile phones manufactured in India are produced in the ..... Read More

Trump-Modi Meet Soon? US Hints at Big Moves in India Ties

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump share a “very positive relationship” despite recent tensions in India-US ties, according to a senior U.S. State Department official. The official confirmed that a bilateral meeting between the two leaders is expected to take place soon, along with ongoing efforts to schedule the next Quad Leaders summit, either later this year or early next year. “I’m confident you’ll see Modi and Trump meet. They maintain a very strong rapport,” the official said, noting that multiple developments are ..... Read More

India Could Boost US Energy Imports Amid Russia Tariff Row

India is looking to expand its oil and gas imports from the United States, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said, as both countries resume discussions on a broader trade agreement and explore ways to ease tariffs on Indian exports. Speaking at an event in New York, Goyal emphasized that energy cooperation between the two nations will play a major role in ensuring India’s long-term energy security. “We expect our trade in energy products with the US to grow in the coming years,” Goyal remarked. “Being natural partners and close friends, the Uni ..... Read More

US GOP Leader Sparks Row Over "False Hindu God" Remark

Texas Republican Senate candidate Alexander Duncan has come under fire for comments criticizing a 90-foot statue of Lord Hanuman, also called the ‘Statue of Union’, located at the Shri Ashtalakshmi Temple in Sugar Land, Texas. Declaring the United States a Christian nation, Duncan questioned the presence of the Hindu monument, referring to it as a “false statue of a false Hindu God” in posts on X. In another message, Duncan quoted the Bible, citing Exodus 20:3-4: “You must not have any other god but me. You must not make for yourself an idol ..... Read More

Trump’s UNGA Rant: India, Russia, Europe in His Crosshairs

 On September 23, President Donald Trump delivered a lengthy address at the United Nations General Assembly, sharply criticizing the UN and its policies while reiterating his controversial assertion that he ended multiple conflicts, including the India-Pakistan standoff. Speaking for nearly an hour—well beyond his allotted 15 minutes—Trump lambasted the organization for “empty words” and inefficiency, referencing technical difficulties during his speech as emblematic of its shortcomings. Trump expressed frustrati ..... Read More

Trump’s UN Address Sparks Global Cooperation Concerns

U.S. President Donald Trump returned to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on September 23, 2025, delivering a speech that highlighted his long-standing focus on national sovereignty, state independence, and cultural preservation. Speaking before a largely silent audience of world leaders, Trump criticized migration, climate initiatives, and the efficacy of international institutions, signaling a preference for transactional and bilateral diplomacy over multilateral cooperation. Trump described migration as a “crisis” threatening Wes ..... Read More

India Successfully Tests Agni-Prime Missile From Rail

 On Thursday, India successfully conducted the test firing of its Agni-Prime missile from a rail-based mobile launcher system, marking a historic first-of-its-kind achievement. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded the milestone, highlighting that the rail-launch system will provide the armed forces with cross-country mobility and enable missile deployment within a short reaction time while maintaining reduced visibility. “This successful flight test positions India among a select group of nations capable of operating canisterized launch sys ..... Read More

Jaishankar: Multilateralism Under Attack, UN Reform Needed

 External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, on his first visit to China since the 2020 Galwan Valley clash, addressed the High-Level Meeting of Like-Minded Global South Countries in New York on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Tuesday. During his remarks, he called for greater collaboration among developing nations and emphasized the need for reforms in global institutions. Jaishankar noted that the world is experiencing increasing uncertainty, which poses growing concerns for member states. He highlighted that th ..... Read More

India Cement Sector Operating Profit To Grow FY26

India’s cement industry is poised for robust performance in FY26, with operating profit expected to increase 12-18% to $10.14–$10.71 per metric tonne, according to ratings agency ICRA. The growth is supported by strong demand from the housing and infrastructure sectors, improved realisations, and stable input costs. In FY25, the industry recorded an operating profit before interest, depreciation, tax, and amortisation (OPBIDTA) of $9.08 per metric tonne. ICRA’s analysis includes major players such as ACC, Ambuja Cements, UltraTech Cement, Da ..... Read More

Jay Becomes First Indian-American NIH Director

Jayanta “Jay” Bhattacharya, born in 1968 in Kolkata, India, has emerged as a pioneering figure at the intersection of medicine, economics, and public health. In 2025, he made history as the first Indian-American to lead the US National Institutes of Health (NIH), where he now plays a central role in shaping national medical research and health policy. Bhattacharya’s academic journey is notable for combining medicine and economics in a unique way. He earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s in economics from Stanford University by 1990, graduating wi ..... Read More

India, Sri Lanka Discuss Maritime Security, Navy Ties

Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, began a four-day official visit to Sri Lanka with high-level engagements aimed at strengthening defence and maritime partnerships. On Tuesday, he met Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya in Colombo, where discussions centred on enhancing naval cooperation, operational collaboration, and regional maritime security. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to advancing a long-standing naval partnership through deeper training exchanges, capacity-building initiatives, and joint particip ..... Read More

PM Modi to Launch Mega Projects Worth $13 Billion

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Banswara on Thursday to inaugurate and lay foundation stones for several major development projects valued at $13 billion. A central highlight of his visit will be the launch of the 2,800 MW Mahi Banswara Nuclear Power Project, which is expected to significantly enhance India’s energy capacity and long-term power security. Alongside the nuclear project, the Prime Minister will virtually flag off two new Vande Bharat Express trains from Bikaner and Jodhpur to Delhi, as well as the Udaipur-Chandigar ..... Read More

Indian-Origin Leaders Take Top US Corporate Roles

At a time when US immigration policies are under scrutiny due to President Donald Trump’s $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, two major American corporations have appointed Indian-origin executives to top leadership roles, signaling their growing influence in global business. T-Mobile has named Srinivas “Srini” Gopalan as CEO, effective November 1, 2025, while Molson Coors Beverage Company has announced Rahul Goyal as its new CEO, starting October 1, 2025. Srinivas Gopalan, currently Chief Operating Officer at T-Mobile, will succeed ..... Read More

India-US Trade Talks Boost 2025 Quad Summit Plans

The 2025 Quad Summit, which India is set to host, appears to be moving forward as planned, with sources in Washington reporting to India Today TV that the initial trade delegation meeting between India and the United States is “going well.” If these negotiations continue positively, the four-nation summit—featuring India, the US, Japan, and Australia—could be held before the end of the year, with President Donald Trump expected to attend. The developments come after a period of diplomatic uncertainty caused by tension ..... Read More

Jaishankar Holds Bilateral Talks With World Leaders

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar engaged in a series of high-level diplomatic meetings on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York this week. His discussions with several global counterparts reflected India’s growing role in shaping international cooperation and addressing shared concerns. During his meeting with Netherlands Foreign Minister David van Weel, Jaishankar noted the importance of aligning India’s approach with Europe’s evolving strategic priorities. Their conversation highlighted India’s risi ..... Read More

Katrina Kaif’s Baby Bump Photo with Vicky Kaushal Sparks Buzz

Bollywood stars Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal have officially revealed that they are expecting their first child, sending fans into celebration across social media. The couple shared the news with a touching black-and-white polaroid picture, where Katrina is seen cradling her baby bump as Vicky lovingly places his hand over it. The photo came with a heartfelt caption that read, “On our way to start the best chapter of our lives with hearts full of joy and gratitude.” Within minutes, the internet was flooded with congratulatory messages from ..... Read More

Indian-American Groups Slam Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee

Indian-American organisations have strongly criticised President Donald Trump’s recent order imposing a one-time $100,000 fee on H-1B visas, calling it a reckless and xenophobic move that threatens both America’s economy and immigrant communities. The Trump administration announced the measure on September 19, 2025, sparking widespread concern among foreign professionals and families already dealing with emergencies abroad. Indian American Impact, a leading advocacy group, described the decision as a deliberate attempt to weaponise immigrati ..... Read More

India Ranks Fourth In APAC For Real Estate Inflows

 India has solidified its position as a leading investment hub in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, ranking fourth in real estate capital inflows during the first half of 2025, according to Colliers’ Investment Insights H1 2025 report. The study revealed that overall investments across nine major APAC markets reached $71.9 billion, marking a 6% year-over-year decline, yet India stood out with robust foreign and domestic activity. Foreign institutional inflows into India’s real estate market amounted to $1.6 billion, accounting for roughly 52% ..... Read More

PM Modi Urges Citizens To Join Swachhata Hi Seva

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday appealed to citizens across India to actively participate in the ongoing Swachhata Hi Seva campaign, describing it as a movement that embodies collective responsibility and national pride. Sharing a message on X, Modi expressed, “This cleanliness initiative is truly inspiring. I encourage more people to take part in this campaign and ensure its success.” The Prime Minister’s call for action coincided with a series of cleanliness drives launched in the capital by senior BJP leaders. In Delhi, party lea ..... Read More

India Morocco Strengthen Military Cooperation with MoU

 India and Morocco have taken a significant step in strengthening their defence ties by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing military collaboration. The agreement followed discussions between India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Morocco’s Defence Minister Abdeltif Loudiyi during Singh’s visit to the North African nation on Monday. In a statement shared on X, Singh highlighted the productive discussions with his Moroccan counterpart, emphasizing the MoU’s role in expanding cooperation in key areas such as count ..... Read More