India

US interested in deepening energy cooperation with India, discussions on: Centre

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement that, where the US is concerned, "we have for many years sought to expand our energy procurement". "This has steadily progressed in the last decade. The current Administration has shown interest in deepening energy cooperation with India. Discussions are ongoing," the MEA added.

Oct 16, 2025

India emerging as global AI leader with visionary policies: FM Sitharaman

Speaking at AI Bharat Shakti, the official pre-summit event of the upcoming 'India AI Impact Summit 2026', FM Sitharaman said that India is witnessing a historic phase where governance and policy decisions are moving faster than ever before.

Oct 14, 2025

Bullish on India, Vietnam's Vinfast surpasses 1 lakh EV sales in 9 months this year

Meanwhile, betting big on the Indian market, the Vietnamese EV major inaugurated its assembly plant at Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu, kicking off the move that will see a phased investment of up to Rs 16,000 crore. In its initial phase, the plant has a capacity to assemble 50,000 SUVs of its two premium electric SUV models — the VF 6 and VF 7.

Oct 13, 2025

Pakistan's dual patronage: New geopolitical wildcard and India's strategic imperative

Pakistan's dual patronage may appear as geopolitical agility, but it is in essence a slow-motion loss of autonomy. A nation that once exported ideology now imports survival. Both the U.S. and China are writing Pakistan's future not in partnership, but in installments.

Oct 11, 2025

Pakistan juggles between China, US and beyond to help address domestic chaos

However, rising public concern about debt terms, slow project delivery, and limited local industrial spillovers has created domestic scrutiny and occasional friction. Afghanistan's Khaama Press on Saturday carried an article on how the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised an alarm over $ 11 billion discrepancy in Pakistan's trade data across the past two fiscal years.

Oct 11, 2025

If not today, then it will give missiles tomorrow: Congress reacts as US denies selling AMRAAMs to Pakistan

Speaking to IANS, Congress leader Rashid Alvi told IANS, "America has changed its sales rules. According to American law, it can supply weapons to some countries and not to others. Pakistan has now been included in the list of countries to which weapons can be given. If it is not giving missiles today, it will give them tomorrow. This marks a major shift in America's foreign affairs and foreign policy."

Oct 10, 2025

India Inc's revenue expected to grow 9 pc in Q2 FY26: Report

This growth is attributed to strong performance in oil marketing companies (OMC), although it is moderated by challenges in the banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sectors, according to Equirus Securities' forecast for its coverage universe.

Oct 10, 2025

India now among most technologically inclusive societies in the world: PM Modi

Highlighting the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) digital currency initiative, the Prime Minister said that the central bank's digital currency will make financial transactions "way better" and strengthen India's digital economy.

Oct 9, 2025

AI and the new doctrine: How India is rewriting its security playbook after Pahalgam

In Jammu and Kashmir, life has started to look up. There was peace, and tourism was booming. In hindsight, this was also a ploy by Pakistan to lure the Indian agencies into believing that peace had been completely restored in the Valley.

Oct 9, 2025

India, US actively working to resolve tariff issues: Jaishankar

He noted that additional tariffs have been imposed on India's energy trade, but assured that both nations are engaged in active negotiations to resolve these matters.

Oct 5, 2025

Blood in PoK exposes Pakistan's narrative, silence of Kashmiri leaders

Yet, videos emerging from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) have exposed the falsehood Islamabad has been peddling since 1947. They have also unmasked those who, for decades, mischievously amplified anti-India propaganda regarding the situation in Jammu and Kashmir.

Oct 5, 2025

Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Sahyadri in Malaysia for military cooperation

This was the third visit by INS Sahyadri to Malaysia. The ship had earlier visited Port Klang on a goodwill mission in 2016, and later participated in Exercise 'Samudra Laksamana' at Kota Kinabalu in 2019. These visits underscore the strong and evolving naval ties between the two countries.

Oct 5, 2025

India reports 15% growth in coffee exports during April–September

In rupee terms, coffee exports during H1 FY26 were up 19 per cent at Rs 9,119.24 crore over Rs 7,678.74 crore a year ago. Moreover, the per unit realised by exporters was up 34 per cent at Rs 4.71 lakh per tonne compared to Rs 3.52 lakh per tonne a year ago.

Oct 4, 2025

Piyush Goyal, Singapore PM meet to further boost comprehensive strategic partnership

"Discussions reaffirmed our commitment to further strengthen our comprehensive strategic partnership, building on the strong momentum and vast potential for future growth," said Commerce Minister in a post on X social media platform.

Oct 3, 2025

India & France hold Air Staff talks, discuss enhancing cooperation

India and France held the 22nd edition of Air Staff Talks in New Delhi, focusing on enhancing bilateral cooperation through joint training, and sharing of best practices, the Indian Air Force (IAF) announced on Thursday.

Oct 2, 2025

Any misadventure in Sir Creek will invite resounding response: Defence Minister Singh warns Pak

Referring to 'Operation Sindoor', Defence Minister Singh said Pakistan had unsuccessfully tried to breach India's defence systems from Leh to Sir Creek. "In our retaliatory action, Indian forces completely exposed the Pakistani air defence system. 'Operation Sindoor' has sent a clear message to the world -- India can inflict heavy losses on Pakistan whenever, wherever, and however it wishes," he asserted.

Oct 2, 2025

Tariff tempest: India's economic fortitude in face of America's protectionism

India stands not as a victim but as a vanguard. The US tariffs bruise, but a nation clocking 7.8 percent quarterly growth amid a 2.3 percent global slowdown bends without breaking.

Oct 1, 2025

Trump announces tariffs of up to 100 pc on imports of pharma drugs; move may hit India

In a post on Truth Social, the US President stated, "Starting October 1, 2025, we will be imposing a 100 per cent Tariff on any branded or patented Pharmaceutical Product, unless a Company IS BUILDING their Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Plant in America."

Sep 30, 2025

India's entrepreneurs show the world how to spend big on luxury

Rich entrepreneurs in India are spending their wealth on luxury lifestyle as their optimism and global outlook help them expand their horizons across borders, according to research from HSBC Private Bank.

Sep 29, 2025

Shoaib Akhtar confuses Abhishek Bachchan with cricketer Abhishek Sharma; actor's savage reply goes viral

The cricketer recently said, "If Pakistan get Abhishek Bachchan out early on in a hypothetical situation, then what is going to happen with the middle-order? Their middle-order hasn't performed well." This was in the context of the Asia Cup match between India and Pakistan.

Sep 28, 2025