International
At the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ Chiefs Conclave 2025 in New Delhi, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar urged urgent reforms to the UN, warning that the institution still mirrors the world of 1945 rather than today’s realities. UN out of step with modern world Jaishankar said that over the past 80 years, UN […]
International
A U.S. federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order that bars the Trump administration from proceeding with layoffs of thousands of federal workers during the ongoing government shutdown. Judge’s reasoning Judge Susan Illston of the U.S. District Court in San Francisco found that the planned job cuts “appear politically motivated” and lack proper justification.
Finance
The Delhi High Court has asked the Centre to explain why it removed a GST concession for the differently-abled on vehicle purchases. The court said taking away a benefit already granted is troubling. What changed Earlier, persons with locomotor disabilities were eligible for a lower GST rate on certain cars compared to the standard 28%. […]
International
U.S. President Donald Trump in a press interaction on Wednesday called Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi a “great man” and “friend.” He said, “He loves Trump,” then quickly added, “I don’t want to destroy his political career,” asking people not to read too much into the remark. Comment on Indian-Russian oil deal In the same […]
National
New Delhi reiterated that its foremost concern is protecting the interests of Indian consumers, following former President Donald Trump’s claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him India would stop buying Russian oil. Ministry’s statement on energy policy The Ministry of External Affairs said India’s import policies are guided by the goal of ensuring stable […]
International
Ashley J. Tellis, a U.S. foreign policy expert of Indian origin, was arrested and charged for unlawfully retaining classified national defense information. He faces allegations related to more than 1,000 pages of documents found at his home in Virginia. Allegations of meetings with Chinese officials Court documents state Tellis held multiple dinners with Chinese government
Economy National
Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra has downplayed fears over newly imposed U.S. tariffs, saying they are “not a matter of huge concern.” He asserted that India’s economy, driven largely by domestic factors, is well positioned to absorb external shocks. Strong fundamentals underpin confidence Speaking at the IMF-World Bank meetings in Washington, Malhotra said