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India Hosts Inaugural Global South Seminar on Public Financial Management

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05 Dec 2025

India hosted its first Global South seminar on Public Financial Management (PFM) in New Delhi on December 5, 2025. Organized by the Office of the Controller General of Accounts with the Ministry of External Affairs, the seminar served as a platform for knowledge exchange on public finance reform among Global South partner countries. The event highlighted India's advancements in digital public financial management systems, such as the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) and Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), facilitating discussions on best practices and fostering cooperation. The seminar concluded with a unanimous commitment to strengthening PFM systems across Global South regions through digital innovation and institutional reforms.

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India's Commitment to Social Development Highlighted at UN Session

India participated in the 64th Session of the Commission for Social Development at the United Nations, where Smt. Savitri Thakur, Minister of State for Women and Child Development, emphasized the country's commitment to inclusive, rights-based social policies. India's initiatives to ensure social justice and protection, aligned

India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable Strengthens Bilateral Ties

The 2nd India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable took place on August 26, 2024, in Singapore, gathering ministers from both countries to review strategic partnerships and discuss future cooperation. Key areas of focus included digitalization, skills development, and sustainability, with new initiatives in advanced manufacturing and connectivity being introduced. The commitment to enhancing

Recent Diplomatic Engagements and Appointments by India

The Ministry of External Affairs of India has announced significant diplomatic engagements and appointments in February 2026, including meetings with Norway, Seychelles, and the United States, as well as internal governmental updates. Source: Original Link

Government Releases Updated Baggage Rules, 2026

The Central Government has introduced new Baggage Rules for 2026, enhancing duty-free allowances and simplifying the Customs process for international passengers. Key changes include increased duty-free entitlements, simplified transfer of residence benefits, special allowances for jewellery, and provisions for temporary import/re-import. Source: Original Link

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India's Commitment to Social Development Highlighted at UN Session

India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable Strengthens Bilateral Ties

Recent Diplomatic Engagements and Appointments by India

Government Releases Updated Baggage Rules, 2026