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Iran exempts ships from India, China, Iraq and Qatar from Strait of Hormuz restrictions
World | Nov 04, 2026, 04:20 PM ISTIran has exempted merchant vessels from India, China, Iraq and Qatar from Strait of Hormuz transit restrictions. An Iranian lawmaker said the arrangement for Indian ships is partly intended to facilitate medicine supplies, while Tehran also seeks diplomatic and economic benefits.
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Anti-India slogans echo amid fresh protests in Bangladesh; why is Delhi repeatedly being targeted?
Explainers | Nov 03, 2026, 02:41 PM ISTBangladesh is witnessing fresh violent protests, but anti-India slogans have also surfaced. From Sheikh Hasina's stay in India and the Ganga water-sharing agreement to connectivity projects, understand why New Delhi is repeatedly being targeted.
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India condemns Oman vessel attack after seafarer dies, calls for immediate de-escalation in region
India | Nov 03, 2026, 12:38 PM ISTIndia has condemned the attack on the Indian-flagged vessel MSV AL JUSUFI near Oman's coast that killed Gujarat-based seafarer Gandhar Nahim Ajij. Thirteen of the 14 Indian crew members were rescued by the Omani Coast Guard.
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Cockroach Janta Party extends support to INDIA bloc's November 1 rally against CEC Gyanesh Kumar
India | Oct 28, 2026, 11:51 PM ISTIn a statement, the CJP added that the fundamental principle of democracy was that people chose their government, not the other way around. It argued that the SIR exercise had undermined this principle by raising concerns over the removal of eligible voters from electoral rolls.
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India invites Pakistani minister to SCO forum, first such move since Operation Sindoor
India | Oct 28, 2026, 11:40 PM ISTIndia has invited Pakistan's culture minister to its inaugural SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum in Delhi, marking the first invitation to a senior Pakistani minister since Operation Sindoor in May 2025. Islamabad is yet to confirm who will attend the November event.
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Which country is the largest trading partner of India in first half of FY27? Check govt data here
India | Oct 15, 2026, 08:42 PM ISTChina overtook the US to become India's largest trading partner in the first half of FY27, with bilateral trade rising nearly 29 per cent to USD 91.76 billion. India's trade deficit with China widened to USD 68.93 billion as imports reached USD 80.34 billion.
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India on track to double economy to $8 trillion in a decade as structural reforms bear fruit: Report
Business | Oct 08, 2026, 04:38 PM ISTIf India achieves this target, it will become the third-largest country in the world by GDP, after America and China, and will leave behind countries like Germany and Japan in one stroke.
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India is not threatening to any major powers the way China is: Ex-Singapore minister's big remark
India | Oct 06, 2026, 11:21 PM ISTSingapore's former foreign minister George Yeo said India's diversity, geography and centuries of cultural exchange give foreigners a sense of comfort and familiarity that they may not experience in China. Yeo highlighted India's strategic and economic advantages amid growing global uncertainty.
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World Bank raises India's FY27 GDP growth forecast to 7.1% citing resilient domestic activity
Business | Oct 06, 2026, 03:34 PM ISTThe World Bank also said the services sector growth remained elevated despite a slowdown from the high base in FY26.
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India summons Pakistan envoy over 'continued facilitation' of cross-border infiltration
India | Oct 03, 2026, 10:30 PM ISTIndia has raised strong objection to Pakistan over the October 2 incident when two suspected Pakistani intruders were shot dead by BSF personnel along the international border in Punjab's Tarn Taran district, and urged Islamabad to take action over cross-border infiltration.
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Kharge makes six demands on electoral revision, voter protection at INDIA bloc meeting
India | Sep 30, 2026, 01:17 PM ISTIn his opening remarks, Kharge said that India is the world’s largest democracy and a nation whose democratic traditions have been built on a simple but profound principle and every citizen must have an equal voice in choosing the government of this country.
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India in talks with China to explore alternate air route amid Pakistan airspace ban: Sources
India | Sep 30, 2026, 07:05 AM ISTPakistan and India imposed matching airspace restrictions on each other's airlines after the deadly terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, in which 26 people were killed.
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Russia backs India's permanent UNSC bid at UNGA, says 'no more seats for West'
World | Sep 27, 2026, 06:45 AM ISTRussian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov backed India's candidacy for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council, while strongly cautioning against expanding Western representation.
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'Terrorism by Pakistan will have consequences': India responds to Shehbaz Sharif at UN
World | Sep 26, 2026, 07:56 AM ISTIndia hit back at Pakistan at the UN as First Secretary Petal Gahlot responded to Shehbaz Sharif's speech, raising issues including cross-border terrorism, Jammu and Kashmir, minority rights and Pakistan's democratic record.
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'Do not let Putin drag you into this war': Zelenskyy urges India, 46 other nations at UN
World | Sep 24, 2026, 04:05 PM ISTUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged India and other nations to prevent their citizens from being drawn into the war as Russia was recruiting citizens from several countries and sending them to the battlefield.
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Indian seafarer killed in MV Cape Dao attack off Oman, two torpedoes hit ship sailing towards India
World | Sep 23, 2026, 08:53 PM ISTMV Cape Dao was attacked off Oman while sailing towards India, leaving one Indian seafarer dead. A video of the damaged ship was shared online, while the Embassy of India in Muscat later confirmed the death.
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China signals UNSC reform support, V4 backs India: What next for New Delhi's permanent seat bid?
World | Sep 22, 2026, 12:58 PM ISTFor the UNSC permanent membership, India has already secured support from several major countries, including four of the five P5 members. France, UK, US and Russia have backed India's candidature for permanent membership and more significantly, Russia has been a longstanding supporter.
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US Congress passes bill to impose sanctions on Russia: Will India face 100% tariffs?
World | Sep 17, 2026, 08:19 AM ISTThe Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, which was passed by the US Senate last month, was approved by the House in a 262-159 vote and will now go to Trump to be signed into a law.
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Pakistan naval ship collides with Indian Navy vessel in Arabian Sea, MEA summons Islamabad's envoy
India | Sep 16, 2026, 02:25 PM ISTIndia summoned Pakistan's Charge d'Affaires on Wednesday and lodged a strong protest after Pakistani and Indian naval units collided in international waters. The MEA described the Pakistani conduct as "unacceptable and unprofessional".
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US House set to vote on bill allowing 100 per cent tariffs on India over Russian oil imports
World | Sep 16, 2026, 06:56 AM ISTThe US House is considering a Russia sanctions bill that could enable tariffs of up to 100% on Russian energy buyers. India was named in a proposed amendment, but no such tariff has been imposed. The final outcome would depend on subsequent presidential action and the terms of the enacted law.