India Urges Nationals to Exit Iran Immediately Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions
The Government of India has issued a renewed advisory urging Indian nationals currently in Iran to leave the country at the earliest, citing the rapidly evolving security situation amid rising tensions between Tehran and Washington. In a statement released on Monday, the Indian Embassy in Tehran advised students, pilgrims, businesspersons, and tourists to depart Iran […]
AI Summit Protest Deepens Tensions Within INDIA Bloc, Congress Faces Ally Backlash
The Youth Congress’s semi-nude protest during the recent AI Summit has triggered sharp political fallout, widening cracks between the Congress and its INDIA bloc allies. What began as an act of protest against the government has now evolved into a larger political controversy, with several alliance partners distancing themselves from the move. Prime Minister Narendra […]
India Revises Tax Treaty with France, Ends MFN Benefit and Tightens Capital Gains Rules
India and France have signed a protocol amending the long-standing India-France Double Taxation Avoidance Convention (DTAC), marking a significant shift in bilateral tax arrangements between the two nations. The amendment was formalised during the recent visit of the French President to India. The protocol was signed by Ravi Agrawal, Chairperson of the Central Board of […]
EU Warns US to Honour Trade Pact After Trump Reimposes 15% Tariffs
The European Union has urged the United States to uphold the commitments made under last year’s transatlantic trade agreement after President Donald Trump reinstated 15% tariffs, despite a ruling by the US Supreme Court that had invalidated his earlier global tariff measures. Following the court’s decision, which deemed Trump’s sweeping tariff policy illegal, the US […]
Shikhar Dhawan Ties the Knot with Sophie Shine in Intimate Ceremony
Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has married his longtime partner Sophie Shine in a private wedding ceremony held on Saturday, 21 February. The couple, who had been in a relationship for several years, had made their engagement public earlier this year and were widely expected to formalize their union soon after. Dhawan confirmed his relationship […]
India vs Pakistan Showdown Likely at Asian Games 2026 After BCCI Confirms Full-Strength Squads
Cricket fans could witness another high-voltage India vs Pakistan encounter later this year, as both teams are likely to compete at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to send full-strength men’s and women’s squads for the tournament, which will be played in the […]
PM Modi Launches Foxconn-HCL Semiconductor Plant in Jewar, Calls ‘Made in India’ Chips Key to Self-Reliance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday laid the foundation stone for a semiconductor manufacturing plant in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh — a joint venture between Foxconn and HCL. Describing it as a milestone in India’s technological journey, the Prime Minister said that a “Made in India” chip is crucial for building a developed and self-reliant nation. […]
Mohsin Naqvi Backs Pakistan Hockey Team After Australia Tour Controversy
NEW DELHI: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has intervened to support the national hockey team following serious allegations of mismanagement during their Australia tour for the FIH Hockey Pro League 2025-26. The controversy erupted after players accused the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) of failing to make proper arrangements during the […]
US Supreme Court Tariff Verdict: Justice Kavanaugh Cites India Oil Duties in Dissent
New York/Washington: The US Supreme Court’s decision to strike down former President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff measures has drawn attention to a dissenting opinion that specifically referenced India. In a 6-3 ruling, the Court held that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not grant the President authority to impose broad-based import duties. The […]
India Closely Reviewing US Supreme Court Ruling on Trump-Era Tariffs
New Delhi has responded cautiously to the recent US Supreme Court ruling that invalidated former President Donald Trump’s broad reciprocal tariffs. The Ministry of Commerce & Industry stated on Saturday that India has taken note of the verdict and is carefully assessing its implications before issuing a detailed response. In an official statement, the ministry […]