3rd India-Indonesia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue: India’s Defence Minister co-chaired the third India-Indonesia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue with the Indonesian Defence Minister in New Delhi. The dialogue assessed regional security, addressed multilateral issues, and identified new defence cooperation avenues, highlighting the strengthening strategic commitment between India and Indonesia.India and Indonesia reaffirmed commitment to a free and open […]
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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reclassified India’s de facto exchange rate regime from a “stabilised” system to a crawl-like arrangement
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reclassified India’s de facto exchange rate regime from a “stabilised” system to a crawl-like arrangement: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reclassified India’s de facto exchange rate regime from a “stabilised” system to a crawl-like arrangement.A crawl-like arrangement implies the exchange rate stays within a 2% band around a […]
EB-1A & EB2-NIW Visa Program
EB-1A & EB2-NIW Visa Program: The H-1B visa fee hike to USD 100,000 starting September 2025 is driving Indian professionals to explore alternatives like the EB-1A and EB2-NIW visas, especially amid stricter U.S. immigration policies. The EB-1A is for individuals with extraordinary abilities in fields like science, arts, business, or education. It does not require […]
UNSC Approves Trump’s Plan for Gaza
UNSC Approves Trump’s Plan for Gaza: The UN Security Council (UNSC) adopted Resolution 2803, endorsing the Trump Gaza Peace Plan and authorizing the establishment of an International Stabilization Force (ISF) in Gaza. The resolution passed with 13 votes in favor and none against, although China and Russia abstained. Trump Gaza Plan announced in September 2025, […]
India Africa Bilateral Relations
India Africa Bilateral Relations: India’s renewed diplomatic push towards Africa has triggered debate after experts highlighted the need to “connect, build and revive” India–Africa ties ahead of the next India–Africa Forum Summit (IAFS-IV).Centuries-old Indian Ocean trade in gold, spices and textiles built deep sociocultural links, reinforced by Gujarati merchant networks and shared experiences of colonial […]
India’s first-ever major LPG import deal with the US
India’s first-ever major LPG import deal with the US: India has finalised its first-ever structured LPG import deal with the US, sourcing 2.2 MTPA—about 10% of annual LPG imports—for 2026. A one-year structured contract under which Indian PSU refiners will import 2 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of LPG from the US Gulf Coast in […]
Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Death
Sheikh Hasina Sentenced to Death: The political landscape of Bangladesh has been shaken by a historic verdict delivered by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT). Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, ousted after a massive student uprising that led to the fall of her government, has been sentenced to death for crimes against humanity. The trial, conducted […]
Botswana : In News
Botswana : In News India and Botswana formally announced the translocation of eight Cheetahs from the African nation during the State visit of President of India. Botswana is a landlocked country located in the center of Southern Africa. It is bordered by four countries – Namibia to the north and west, South Africa to the […]
Singapore Introduces World’s First Green Fuel Levy
Singapore Introduces World’s First Green Fuel Levy: Singapore has become the first country in the world to introduce a Green Fuel Levy on air passengers departing from the country, starting next year.The revenue generated will be used for the centralised purchase of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to help the aviation industry cut emissions.The aviation sector […]
India-Bhutan Bilateral Relations
India-Bhutan Bilateral Relations: Prime Minister of India is in Thimphu to join the seventieth birthday celebrations of former King Jigme Singye Wangchuck, widely called K Four, and to underline the strategic depth of India Bhutan ties.India is Bhutan’s largest trade and investment partner, absorbing over 90% of Bhutan’s exports, mainly hydropower.Bhutan remains India’s most reliable […]
