Philippines President lauds India’s “consistent support” for rule of law in South China Sea, says “lot to offer to ASEAN as a region”

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Sunday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for India’s “consistent support” for international law and the rule of law in the South China Sea, while highlighting New Delhi’s growing strategic and economic relevance to ASEAN during his address at the 22nd ASEAN-India Summit. Speaking at the summit in Kuala Lumpur, […]

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by Masum Billah

iPhone boom powers India’s electronics exports to record highs, set to overtake petroleum

India’s electronics exports are rapidly increasing and could soon replace petroleum products as the country’s second-largest export category, following engineering goods. According to data from the Ministry of Commerce, electronics exports strengthened their position as India’s third-largest and fastest-growing export segment in the first half of fiscal year 2026. Industry experts noted that, within the […]

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PM Modi Declares 2026 As ASEAN-India Year Of Maritime Cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday noted that the cooperation between India and ASEAN is growing rapidly in Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR), maritime security and blue economy and declared 2026 as ‘ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation.’ While delivering opening remarks during the ASEAN-India Summit virtually, PM Modi said, “India has stood firmly with […]

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Modi govt challenges Calcutta HC call for return of six deported to Bangladesh

India’s central government has approached the Supreme Court, challenging a Calcutta High Court order that directed authorities to bring back six people who were deported to Bangladesh earlier this year after being labelled illegal immigrants. The Supreme Court petition, filed on 22 October, contests the High Court’s 26 September ruling that required the repatriation of […]

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‘India unfazed by Trump’s tariffs’: IMF ups forecast to 6.6%, China trails at 4.8%

India’s economy is set to grow 6.6% in FY2025–26, outpacing China and defying global slowdown fears, according to the International Monetary Fund’s latest World Economic Outlook. The IMF’s upgraded forecast signals renewed confidence in India’s economic momentum, driven by strong domestic demand and a rebound in manufacturing and services. The 6.6% projection marks a significant […]

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India’s largest private refinery boosts Middle East oil imports after Russia sanctions

NEW DELHI: India’s largest private refinery and top importer of Russian oil, Reliance Industries, has bought millions of barrels of crude from the Middle East and US after Washington moved to sanction Russia’s two largest oil companies earlier this week. The latest development comes amid trade talks between Delhi and Washington, following US President Donald […]

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