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India Secures Nine Space Records, Eyes More Achievements

India’s space program has made history by setting nine world records in space exploration, with several more milestones on the horizon, according to ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan. Speaking at the 52nd National Management Convention of the All-India Management Association, he emphasized that the nation is well on track to add 8–10 new records in the coming years. Narayanan outlined how India’s journey in space has been shaped by a series of landmark missions. In 2008, Chandrayaan-1 marked India’s first lunar mission, leading to the discovery of ..... Read More

Congressman Condemns Attacks on Hindu Temples in US

Indian-American Congressman Suhas Subramanyam has strongly condemned a series of attacks targeting Hindu temples across the United States, describing them as “hateful” crimes that mirror a growing wave of violence against religious institutions. Speaking on the floor of the US House of Representatives, Subramanyam stressed that such assaults threaten the very fabric of American communities. “Hate has no place in our neighborhoods,” he declared, adding that these incidents are not isolated but part of a troubling national trend. Among the temp ..... Read More

PM Modi Meets Mauritius Leader in Varanasi Talks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Mauritian counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam on September 11 in Varanasi, marking the first-ever formal bilateral meeting with a visiting head of state in the city. While Varanasi has previously hosted foreign dignitaries such as French President Emmanuel Macron in 2018 and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in 2022, those visits did not involve official bilateral talks. Explaining the decision to hold the meeting in Kashi, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that the prime minister has long stressed the ..... Read More

Fitch Raises India’s FY26 Growth Outlook to 6.9%

Fitch Ratings has revised India’s economic growth projection for fiscal year 2026, raising it to 6.9% from the earlier 6.5%, as strong household demand and favorable financial conditions continue to fuel expansion. The decision followed a robust performance in the April–June quarter, where gross domestic product (GDP) grew 7.8% year-on-year, compared with 7.4% in the preceding quarter. A sharp rise in services was a major factor, with output surging 9.3% compared to 6.8% previously. On the demand side, both household and government spending ..... Read More

Goyal: First US-India Trade Deal Tranche by Nov 2025

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Thursday that the first stage of a trade agreement between India and the United States should be completed by November 2025. Addressing the media in Patna, Goyal explained that both Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump had directed their ministers earlier this year to work toward a meaningful agreement within a clear timeframe. “In February 2025, our leaders instructed us to ensure the first tranche of the agreement is ready by November. Since March, discussion ..... Read More

Poorva Joshipura Becomes PETA International President

Indian American animal rights leader Poorva Joshipura has been appointed as the first-ever president of PETA International, marking a historic milestone for the organization. A longtime member of the board of directors of PETA India, Joshipura will now oversee PETA’s projects and initiatives across Europe, Asia, and parts of the Middle East. Born in Philadelphia to Gujarati parents and raised in Suffolk, Virginia, Joshipura’s journey into animal activism began more than 25 years ago. She joined PETA as an intern at its Norfolk, Virginia head ..... Read More

PM Modi Condemns Israeli Attack, Backs Qatar’s Sovereignty

In a rare and significant diplomatic statement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi directly condemned Israel’s attack on Qatar, describing it as a violation of the country’s sovereignty. Modi’s remarks came during a phone call with Qatar’s Amir, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, as tensions in the region escalated following the strike in Doha. The Prime Minister expressed India’s deep concern over the incident and emphasized that disputes must be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. Stressing the importance of avoiding further escalation, Modi ..... Read More

PM to Join Day 2 of Global Meet on Manuscript Heritage

New Delhi has become the center of global attention as a three-day international conference on “Reclaiming India’s Knowledge Legacy Through Manuscript Heritage” commenced at Vigyan Bhawan. This landmark gathering signals the beginning of an ambitious cultural project—Gyan Bharatam—unveiled in the 2025-26 national budget. The initiative aims to unite diverse stakeholders, including institutions, scholars, and private custodians, in building a comprehensive framework for safeguarding India’s manuscript heritage. The Ministry of Culture has env ..... Read More

Tejasvi Manoj Named TIME’s ‘Kid of the Year 2025’

Seventeen-year-old Tejasvi Manoj, an Indian-American from Frisco, Texas, has been named TIME magazine’s ‘Kid of the Year’ for 2025 for her groundbreaking initiative ‘Shield Seniors’, a platform designed to help older adults recognise and report online scams. TIME noted that “older Americans clearly need protection, and Tejasvi was determined to provide it,” praising her commitment to building digital safety for seniors. She also became the first honouree to simultaneously earn a TIME for Kids Service Star, a recognition of young changemakers ..... Read More

Suchitra Kamath Honored With Marquis Who’s Who Recognition

Suchitra Kamath has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who, a recognition reserved for individuals who have made lasting contributions in their professional and civic fields. Known for her ability to bridge business expertise with community leadership, Ms. Kamath has built an accomplished career that spans corporate banking, entrepreneurship, consulting, and civic service. She currently serves as president of Business Karma, where she specializes in franchise consulting. Through this role, she connects individuals and investors wit ..... Read More

India-US Trade Talks Resume Amid Positive Signals

India and the United States appear to be moving closer to resolving their trade disagreements, with both governments signaling a softer approach after months of friction. A delegation led by India’s Chief Trade Negotiator Rajesh Agarwal, along with senior officials from the Commerce Ministry, is set to travel to Washington, D.C., next week to resume in-person discussions, according to people familiar with the matter. This renewed momentum follows a series of cordial statements exchanged between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Presi ..... Read More

Trump Presses EU for Tariffs on China, India

US President Donald Trump has called on European Union officials to adopt tariffs of up to 100% on Chinese products as part of a coordinated effort to pressure Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to a US official and an EU diplomat, Trump also encouraged the bloc to impose similar tariffs on Indian goods, arguing that both nations’ purchases of Russian oil are helping sustain Moscow’s economy during its ongoing invasion of Ukraine, which began in 2022. The request was made during a conference call with EU sanctions envoy David O’Sull ..... Read More

PM Modi Meets and Felicitates Vice President

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday personally congratulated Vice President-elect CP Radhakrishnan after his decisive victory in the vice-presidential polls. The meeting took place soon after the official announcement, with Modi extending warm wishes and appreciating Radhakrishnan’s long political journey and dedication to public service. Radhakrishnan, the ruling alliance’s nominee and current Governor of Maharashtra, clinched the vice-presidential post with a clear margin. Out of the votes cast in the electoral college comprising both ..... Read More

CEA: India’s Economy Resilient Amid Global Uncertainty

India’s Chief Economic Advisor, V Anantha Nageswaran, has expressed confidence that the country will continue navigating global economic pressures with resilience. Speaking at an AIMA event on September 10, he emphasized that despite rising tariffs and geopolitical uncertainties, India is more likely to witness sustained growth rather than downturns. Nageswaran dismissed speculation about India considering alternatives to the US dollar, noting that such initiatives are not on the government’s agenda. Instead, he highlighted the country’s rec ..... Read More

CP Radhakrishnan to Take Oath as VP on Sept 12

Vice President-elect CP Radhakrishnan is set to be formally sworn into office on September 12, 2025, in a ceremony to be conducted by President Droupadi Murmu. The swearing-in will mark the official start of his tenure as India’s 15th Vice President. Radhakrishnan earned a decisive victory in the recent election, securing 452 votes out of a total of 767, defeating opposition candidate B. Sudarshan Reddy. His election reflects the support of the ruling alliance and underscores his prominence in Indian political circles. Following the forma ..... Read More

Baiju Bhatt Joins Forbes Youngest Billionaires

Baiju Bhatt, the Indian-American co-founder of the popular stock trading platform Robinhood, has been named among the 10 youngest members of Forbes’ 400 richest Americans for 2025. At 40, he is the only person of Indian origin in this elite group, alongside global names such as Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg, 41, and Walmart heir Luke Walton, 38. Bhatt currently holds a net worth of $6 billion, largely stemming from his 6% stake in Robinhood. He co-founded the app in 2013 with Vlad Tenev, a college friend from Stanford University. Bhatt served ..... Read More

Banten Launches Child-Friendly Temple Education Initiative

Banten Province has embraced the national Child-Friendly Temple movement by designating six temples as centers for child development that integrate religious instruction, character education, and the cultivation of mutual respect. According to Ida Bagus Alit Wiratmaja, Chairperson of the Indonesian Hindu Dharma Council (PHDI) in Banten, this initiative is part of a nationwide program organized by the Directorate General of Hindu Community Guidance in partnership with the PHDI Central Office. “Child-Friendly Temples are more than places of wo ..... Read More

Jaishankar, Iowa Governor Discuss Modi-Led US Ties

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday met Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds in New Delhi to discuss ways to strengthen India-US economic cooperation. In a post on X, the minister wrote, “Met Governor Iowa Kim Reynolds in New Delhi today. Discussed India-US economic ties and its potential.” This meeting came shortly after Jaishankar’s remarks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s response to US President Donald Trump’s recent comments on bilateral relations. The minister emphasized that PM Modi places great importance on the India-US partner ..... Read More

Modi Casts First Vote In Vice President Polls

New Delhi witnessed a crucial political moment on Tuesday as Members of Parliament began voting to elect the country’s next Vice President. The contest, sparked by Jagdeep Dhankhar’s unexpected resignation on July 21 due to health reasons, has brought the NDA’s candidate, C P Radhakrishnan, face-to-face with Justice (Retd.) B Sudershan Reddy, who represents the Congress-led INDIA bloc. The voting commenced at 10 a.m. in Parliament House, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi casting the very first ballot. Accompanied by senior ministers Kiren Ri ..... Read More

‘Op Sindoor’ Success Boosted by Satellites: ISRO Chief

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman V. Narayanan announced on Tuesday that every satellite deployed during Operation Sindoor performed seamlessly, meeting all operational requirements. Speaking at a public gathering, Narayanan praised the round-the-clock precision of ISRO’s systems, which played a decisive role in supporting the mission. Earlier, on August 25, the ISRO chief had also underlined the critical contribution of satellites in the operation, conducted by the Indian Armed Forces in May. At present, India has 58 fully ..... Read More

Jaishankar Urges BRICS To Review Trade Flows

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday emphasized that BRICS nations must evaluate trade flows within the grouping to address imbalances and set an example for sustainable global trade. He made the remarks while representing Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a virtual BRICS leaders’ meeting, stressing the urgent need for a stable and predictable environment for global commerce and investment. “Trade patterns and market access dominate today’s economic discussions. The world requires cooperative approaches, not restrictive barriers o ..... Read More

President Murmu Urges India To Harness Trade Challenges

President Droupadi Murmu has urged India to view the hurdles of global trade not as setbacks but as stepping stones toward greater opportunity. Speaking at the platinum jubilee celebrations of the Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC) on September 8, 2025, she emphasized that India’s resilience and innovative capabilities can transform international trade challenges into avenues of growth. Reflecting on the journey of Indian engineering exports, the President noted how the industry’s global footprint has dramatically evolved over the p ..... Read More

India to Finalize FTA Terms with Qatar in October

India is preparing to take a major step in its trade diplomacy by finalizing the terms of reference for a free trade agreement (FTA) with Qatar in the first week of October. According to a senior government official, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is expected to travel to Doha on October 6 to conclude discussions. The idea of a comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA) between the two countries was first floated in February during the visit of Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani to New Delhi. Both sides committed to doubling bilat ..... Read More

India’s Coal Output Sees August Surge Despite Monsoon

India recorded a notable 8% month-on-month rise in coal production during August, even as the monsoon season posed operational challenges and typically subdued demand. Yet, when looking at the broader period from April to August, output slipped slightly by 0.6% year-on-year. Between April and August of the current fiscal year, India’s domestic coal production stood at 381.75 million tonnes, just below the 384 million tonnes produced in the same period last year. In August alone, output reached 69.87 million tonnes, an improvement over 64.86 ..... Read More

Trump U-Turns, Hails PM Modi as ‘Great Friend’

US President Donald Trump has altered his stance on India, praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “a great friend” just a day after remarking that India and Russia had been “lost to the deepest and darkest China.” The sudden change in tone reflects a notable shift in Trump’s approach to India following recent developments in international diplomacy. Trump’s initial criticism had drawn attention after the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, where India, China, and Russia displayed a public sho ..... Read More