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India has strongly dismissed Pakistan’s remarks at the 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum, accusing Islamabad of misusing the platform to push “false narratives” and politicise discussions. Responding to comments made by Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, New Delhi reiterated that the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) will remain on hold until Pakistan credibly and irrevocably […]

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said Beijing is prepared to “work with India” to strengthen bilateral ties and “consolidate positive momentum”, following his meeting with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on the sidelines of ASEAN‑related engagements in Manila. The remarks come amid cautious efforts by both nations to rebuild trust after years of tension

India’s gem and jewellery exports jumped 26.5% year‑on‑year in June 2026, reaching USD 2.21 billion, according to data from the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). The sharp rebound marks one of the strongest monthly performances for the sector this year, driven by lower global gold prices, improved overseas demand, and rising shipments of gold

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has reiterated to Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi that peace and tranquillity along the India–China border remain the “pre‑requisite” for normal bilateral relations. The two leaders met on the sidelines of ASEAN‑related meetings in Manila, where discussions focused on restoring stability after years of tension following the Ladakh standoff.

India has commissioned INS Malvan, the second vessel in the indigenously designed Mahe‑class Anti‑Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW‑SWC) series — a major step in strengthening the country’s coastal security amid rising Chinese and Pakistani submarine activity in the Indian Ocean. Built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) with over 80% indigenous content, INS Malvan reflects

India’s digital payments ecosystem is preparing for a major upgrade as the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) develops a new offline UPI payment system that will allow users to make tap‑and‑pay transactions without internet access. The feature is designed for locations with poor or no connectivity — including aircraft cabins, underground metro stations, remote

India is preparing for a major shift in its currency system as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) moves ahead with plans to introduce polymer (plastic) banknotes into circulation. The initiative, discussed in the RBI’s recent board meetings in Patna and Mumbai, aims to address rising printing costs and improve the lifespan of currency notes.

The Indian government has cleared one of its largest technology‑sector investments to date, approving ₹1.28 trillion to accelerate the country’s semiconductor ecosystem and an additional ₹625 billion to boost mobile phone manufacturing. The decision was announced by Union Information Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw after a Cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Vaishnaw confirmed that

Health authorities in Andhra Pradesh have reported two Covid‑19 deaths and eight new infections, prompting fresh monitoring across districts amid concerns that a more virulent Omicron subvariant may be circulating. The cases, detected over the past several days, mark the first Covid‑related fatalities in the state since 2022, according to officials. Doctors say the sudden