Republic of India

US-Iran Conflict: Military Escalation and Economic Instabil

1866 clusters · 5768 sources · last updated about 10 hours ago

Latest: Strait of Hormuz: Iranian commercial vessel hit by projectile

The US-Iran conflict has entered its seventh month, marked by intense military exchanges and a growing global energy crisis. President Donald Trump has defended the military action, stating he has ‘no regrets’ and assert

India-EU trade agreement moves toward formal signing

69 clusters · 194 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: India-EU trade deal faces ratification debate over language policy

By September 2026, the India-EU free trade agreement (FTA) moved into a critical phase of formal approval. The European Commission has submitted proposals to the European Council to sign and conclude the pact, which is d

Inflation trends in India and Pakistan

4 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: India inflation risks rise as food and fuel costs persist

Inflationary trends in India and Pakistan have shown varying movements across consumer and wholesale indices. In India, the consumer price index (CPI) reached a record low of 0.25% in October 2025, driven largely by a si

US Senate passes tariffs on top Russian oil buyers

18 clusters · 77 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: India-US trade deal nears finalization amid potential tariff challenges

In early August, the U.S. Senate passed the ‘Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026’ with an 86-11 bipartisan vote. The legislation authorizes 100% tariffs on goods from the five largest importers of R

Growth and global expansion of India's UPI ecosystem

5 clusters · 52 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: India fintech sector expands global footprint via UPI and AI

Following its 10th anniversary in August 2026, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) continues to drive India’s digital economy. At the Global Fintech Fest 2026 in Mumbai, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malho

Vietnam durian exports grow amid regulatory and fraud risks

21 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Vietnam durian market shows stable domestic prices and strong export growth

Vietnam’s durian export sector is experiencing rapid growth, with shipments to China reaching approximately $988 million in the first half of 2026. By the first seven months of the year, durian exports reached approximat

Armenian diplomatic and domestic developments

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Armenia: Presidential meeting on Pan-Armenian Games and ministerial reappointment

Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan has engaged in a series of diplomatic and domestic meetings focused on international relations and national development. In late August, the President met with ambassadors from Can

South Asian ports expand capacity and maritime capabilities

13 clusters · 29 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: India launches major initiative to expand shipbuilding and merchant fleet

Since early June 2026, South Asian port activity has accelerated through significant infrastructure investments and record throughputs. In India, DP World Cochin’s terminal hit a record 77,637 TEUs in May, while the comp

Southeast Asian BrahMos missile acquisitions

4 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: BrahMos missile systems for Philippines spotted in India

In July 2026, the Philippines signed a $375 million deal with India, becoming the first export customer for the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system. The purchase of three shore-based anti-ship batteries was presente

India Vande Mataram legislation

5 clusters · 37 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Vande Mataram: Debate over religious symbolism in India's National Song

Following the parliamentary approval of the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, President Droupadi Murmu has granted assent to the legislation. The law officially elevates the national song,