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New Zealand Parliament Passes India FTA to Cut 95% of Export Tariffs
New Zealand's Parliament has passed the India FTA bill, clearing the way to eliminate or reduce tariffs on 95% of exports.
Modi and Xi Discuss Core Concerns and Border Peace at BRICS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of the BRICS summit, emphasizing mutual sensitivity to core concerns and border peace.
UPI Payments Above ₹2,000 to Attract 0.4% MDR for Merchants
The Finance Ministry introduces a 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate on P2M UPI transactions above ₹2,000 starting October 15, 2026, with P2P remaining free.
Delhi Plans Hostels for 10,000 Students After Satya Niketan Tragedy
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announces a major initiative to build hostels for 10,000 college students following safety concerns and a deadly building collapse.
Meta Shifts Strategy: Direct Child Safety Reporting to India’s I4C Portal
Meta commits to directly reporting child safety and abuse cases to India's I4C portal, marking a major shift amid intensifying government scrutiny.
India Approves Up to 654 MW Daily Power Supply to Nepal
India has approved up to 654 MW of daily power supply to flood-hit Nepal until December 31, 2026, aiding the nation after severe infrastructure damage.
UK Unity Under Pressure: Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Back Pact
A new alliance between nationalist leaders in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland intensifies debate over the future of the United Kingdom following a historic self-determination agreement.
India and Canada Resume Trade Pact Negotiations in Delhi
India and Canada have officially kicked off the fourth round of talks for a proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in Delhi to resolve trade barriers.
CBI Registers FIR in High-Profile Disha Salian Death Case
The Central Bureau of Investigation has registered an FIR in the 2020 death of celebrity manager Disha Salian, following directions from the Bombay High Court.
Government Keeps UPI Transactions Up to ₹2,000 Free Under New Framework
The Centre has officially ruled out charges on UPI transactions up to ₹2,000 while laying out new guidelines that may impact higher-value payments.
US Judge Blocks Trump Administration Visa Stay Limits
A US federal judge has temporarily blocked new visa-stay limits for foreign students, exchange visitors, and journalists, citing risks to higher education and the economy.
Saudi Oil Pipeline Offline Weeks After Attack, Brent Hits $109
Global markets reel as Brent crude surges to $109 per barrel and equities slide following a critical Saudi oil pipeline attack expected to keep infrastructure offline for weeks.