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Trump Invites India to Join Gaza ‘Board of Peace’, Signalling a New Diplomatic Experiment
India is invited to join a proposed US-led “Board of Peace” for Gaza, signalling a shift toward compact coalitions in post-conflict governance.
India and Japan Cooperatively Launch AI Dialogue and Critical Minerals Pact
India and Japan deepen strategic ties by launching an AI dialogue and strengthening cooperation on critical minerals to secure future technologies and supply chains.
India Close to Sealing Major Trade Deal with European Union, Trade Secretary Confirms
India moves closer to finalising its biggest-ever free trade agreement with the European Union as talks intensify ahead of the January 27 India–EU Summit.
WEF flags cyber risk, inequality and geoeconomic stress as key challenges for India in 2026
WEF warns that cyber threats, rising inequality and geoeconomic confrontation could test India’s resilience in 2026 amid rapid tech change and global fragmentation.
At UN’s 80th General Assembly, Jaishankar advances India–US talks on trade, critical minerals and nuclear cooperation
At the UN’s 80th General Assembly, India and the US push to revive trade talks, deepen critical minerals ties, and expand nuclear and strategic cooperation.
India and Germany Deepen Strategic Partnership With 19 Agreements Across Defence, Technology and Trade
India and Germany sign 19 agreements to boost defence cooperation, technology partnerships, semiconductor ecosystems, critical minerals and trade ties
India Rolls Out $206bn Public-Private Investment Push Across Infrastructure and Industry
A $206bn PPP pipeline spanning 852 projects aims to boost infrastructure, industrial depth, private investment, and long-term economic growth.
India plans to lift curbs on Chinese firms bidding for government contracts
A curated summer programmes fair offering global exposure across arts, STEM, research, leadership, and sports for students in grades 6–12.
India’s Economy Projected to Grow at 7.4% in FY 2025–26 Despite Global Headwinds
India’s economy is expected to grow 7.4% in FY 2025–26, driven by strong domestic demand, investment momentum, and resilience amid global trade and geopolitical challenges
Congress Flags Tariff Risks, Trump’s Remarks Later Reignite India–US Trade Debate
Opposition warnings and renewed remarks by Donald Trump bring tariff tensions, trade diplomacy, and political messaging back into focus.
RBI to Take Over Delhi Government’s Banking and Debt Management from January 9
RBI’s takeover of Delhi’s banking and debt management marks a shift toward standardised, transparent, and disciplined public finance administration.
Modi pitches next-generation reforms as the foundation for future growth
Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlines how next-generation reforms are reshaping governance, strengthening the economy, and positioning India for long-term global competitiveness.