India
Trump Announces India's Pledge to Stop Russian Oil Purchases in Major Diplomatic Shift
Oct 16, 2025 09:05 am CST
US President Trump revealed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has committed to ending Russian oil purchases, marking a significant diplomatic development in efforts to economically isolate Moscow amid the Ukraine conflict. This potential policy shift from one of Russia's major energy customers could reshape global energy diplomacy and influence other nations' approach to Russian oil imports.
China Files WTO Complaint Against India Over Electric Vehicle and Battery Subsidies: Trade Implications and Growing Deficit
Oct 15, 2025 10:41 pm CST
China has filed a formal complaint with the World Trade Organization against India regarding subsidies for electric vehicles and batteries. This dispute occurs amid a widening trade imbalance, with India's deficit reaching USD 99.2 billion in 2024-25. The complaint, which mirrors similar actions against Turkey, Canada, and the EU, initiates the WTO's dispute resolution process as bilateral trade tensions continue to grow.
Cosmic Origins Revealed: How Gold Jewelry is Actually Stardust from Ancient Stars
Oct 15, 2025 09:14 pm CST
Discover the extraordinary cosmic journey of gold from dying stars to festive jewelry. India's pivotal role in FAIR, a groundbreaking scientific facility in Germany, is helping unveil how precious metals were forged in violent stellar explosions billions of years ago. This Diwali season, learn why your gold ornaments are literally pieces of ancient stardust.
PM Modi Pays Tribute to Kenya's Raila Odinga: A Towering Statesman and Friend of India
Oct 15, 2025 06:26 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep condolences on the passing of former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga, highlighting their long-standing friendship and Odinga's appreciation for Indian culture and traditional medicine. The 80-year-old Kenyan leader died while receiving medical treatment in Kerala, leaving behind a legacy of strengthening India-Kenya relations.
Pakistani PM Faces Backlash After Excessive Praise for Trump at Gaza Summit
Oct 15, 2025 04:05 pm CST
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has sparked outrage after lavishing praise on US President Donald Trump during the Gaza Summit, calling him a "man of peace" and crediting him with preventing an India-Pakistan war. Social media users and political figures criticized Sharif's remarks as embarrassing and demeaning to Pakistan, with many describing his behavior as excessive flattery unbecoming of a national leader.
Google to Invest $15 Billion in India's Largest AI Hub: Partnership with Adani Group in Visakhapatnam
Oct 14, 2025 04:51 pm CST
Google announces a $15 billion investment over five years to build India's largest AI hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, in partnership with Adani Group. The project includes a 1-gigawatt data center campus and will be Google's largest AI facility outside the US, aiming to accelerate AI innovation and digital growth across India while generating significant economic benefits.
Taliban Minister Muttaqi Claims Afghanistan Free of Terror Groups During Historic India Visit
Oct 10, 2025 09:59 pm CST
During his landmark visit to India, Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi claimed Afghanistan has eliminated all terrorist organizations from its soil and called on Pakistan to follow suit. The visit marked a significant diplomatic milestone as India announced plans to upgrade its mission in Kabul to a full embassy, signaling improving relations between the nations despite ongoing regional security challenges.
Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's Historic Visit to India: Diplomatic Challenges and Regional Implications
Oct 09, 2025 03:20 pm CST
Afghanistan's UN-sanctioned Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi makes his first visit to India since the Taliban's return to power in 2021, presenting diplomatic protocol challenges while signaling potential shifts in regional relations. The visit includes expected meetings with key Indian officials as New Delhi cautiously engages with the Taliban administration while maintaining its stance against terrorism.
India Takes Strict Action Against E-Commerce Platforms Charging Unfair Cash-on-Delivery Fees
Oct 04, 2025 01:53 am CST
India's Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi announced strict action against e-commerce platforms imposing unfair fees like Cash-on-Delivery charges. The government has launched investigations into these "dark pattern" practices and is simultaneously monitoring how companies pass GST benefits to consumers, having already resolved nearly 4,000 complaints. This initiative aims to ensure transparency and fair practices in India's rapidly growing e-commerce sector.
India Faces Highest Risk of Chikungunya: 51 Lakh People Potentially Affected Annually, Global Study Reveals
Oct 03, 2025 07:12 pm CST
A groundbreaking global study published in BMJ Global Health reveals India could face the most severe impacts of chikungunya worldwide, with 51 lakh people at risk annually. The research indicates chronic health issues will be the primary concern, with approximately 50% of affected individuals potentially facing long-term disability. Brazil and Indonesia follow as second and third most affected nations, with no specific treatments currently available for this mosquito-borne viral infection.