India
Apple Contests India's $38 Billion Global Turnover Antitrust Penalty Framework in Landmark Legal Challenge
Nov 27, 2025 10:18 am CST
Apple has filed the first legal challenge against India's amended antitrust law, which allows penalties based on global turnover. The tech giant faces a potential $38 billion fine in an ongoing case involving app marketplace practices, arguing that such calculation methods are unconstitutional and disproportionate. The landmark case, scheduled for hearing on December 3, could set a precedent for how India penalizes tech companies for competition violations.
India Supports All Peace Efforts in Russia-Ukraine Conflict: MEA Reaffirms Diplomatic Stance
Nov 27, 2025 02:04 am CST
India's Ministry of External Affairs reaffirmed its support for all peace initiatives in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, emphasizing dialogue and diplomacy as the path forward. As Trump's 28-point peace plan progresses with both Russian and Ukrainian input, India maintains its position that "this is not an era of war" while closely monitoring diplomatic developments and engaging with both sides.
India Rejects Pakistan's Criticism Over Ram Temple Saffron Flag Ceremony in Ayodhya
Nov 26, 2025 09:18 pm CST
India's External Affairs Ministry strongly condemned Pakistan's remarks about Prime Minister Modi's ceremonial flag raising at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, calling Pakistan a country with "no moral standing" due to its treatment of minorities. The dispute centers on the temple built at the former site of the Babri Masjid, where Modi recently hoisted a 22-foot saffron flag representing divine qualities associated with Ram.
India Invests Rs 7,280 Crore to Boost Domestic Rare Earth Magnet Manufacturing for EVs and Defense
Nov 26, 2025 08:32 pm CST
The Indian Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 7,280 crore scheme to establish 6,000 MTPA manufacturing capacity of rare earth permanent magnets essential for electric vehicles, defense systems, and medical devices. The initiative aims to distribute production capabilities among five globally selected manufacturers over a seven-year implementation period.
India Protests 18-Hour Detention of Arunachal Pradesh Woman at Shanghai Airport Amid Territorial Dispute with China
Nov 26, 2025 01:30 am CST
India has issued a strong diplomatic response after a woman from Arunachal Pradesh was detained for over 18 hours at Shanghai Airport when Chinese officials declared her Indian passport invalid, claiming her birthplace belongs to China. The incident has escalated tensions between the two nations, with India firmly rejecting China's territorial claims and citing violations of international aviation conventions.
Supreme Court Declines to Monitor All Hate Speech Incidents Across India, Directs Petitioners to Approach High Courts
Nov 25, 2025 07:36 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has stated it will not legislate or monitor every incident of hate speech nationwide, instructing petitioners to utilize existing mechanisms including high courts and police authorities. During a hearing addressing calls for economic boycott of a community, Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta emphasized that proper legal channels already exist, while Solicitor General Tushar Mehta argued public interest litigation should not be selective to one religion.
Turkey's Growing Role in India's Security Challenges: From Red Fort to Kashmir
Nov 24, 2025 06:03 pm CST
This analysis examines Turkey's increasingly problematic involvement in India's security landscape, from connections to the Delhi Red Fort blast to support for Kashmir separatism. The article explores how Turkey, under President Erdogan's leadership, has strategically positioned itself as a defender of Muslim causes worldwide while expanding its military influence across South Asia through partnerships with Pakistan and Bangladesh, presenting a complex security challenge for India.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Claims Sindh May Return to India as Borders Can Change
Nov 23, 2025 08:45 pm CST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh made a notable statement suggesting that while Sindh province is currently part of Pakistan, it historically belongs to India and borders could change in the future. He referenced the cultural and religious significance of the region to Indians, particularly mentioning LK Advani's sentiments about Sindh's separation, while also expressing similar views about the potential return of PoK to India.
PM Modi Travels to South Africa for Historic 20th G20 Leaders' Summit on African Continent
Nov 21, 2025 10:26 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has departed for Johannesburg to attend the 20th G20 Leaders' Summit in South Africa, marking the first such gathering on African soil. The summit, running from November 21-23, continues the focus on Global South priorities under South Africa's presidency theme of 'Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability.' This fourth official visit by PM Modi to South Africa highlights the strengthening diplomatic ties between the nations and underscores India's commitment to global economic cooperation.
Sheikh Hasina's Son Challenges Death Verdict: "Yunus Cannot Touch My Mother"
Nov 21, 2025 01:25 am CST
Sajeeb Wazed, son of exiled Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, denounces the death sentence issued against his mother as "illegal and unconstitutional." He claims the verdict, handed down by Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal under Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus's administration, violates legal principles and will collapse once rule of law is restored in the country.