India
The India-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), effective from October 1, 2025, marks India's first Free Trade Agreement with four developed European nations. The pact commits to $100 billion in investments and the creation of 1 million jobs over 15 years, enhancing market
Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah delivered the 'Narendra Mohan Memorial Lecture' in New Delhi, discussing the issues of infiltration, demographic change, and democracy. He emphasized the distinction between refugees and infiltrators, asserting that the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) fulfills a promise to grant citizenship to persecuted minorities from
G20
Union Minister of State Shri Jitin Prasada participated in the G20 Trade & Investment Ministers’ Meeting in Gqeberha, discussing trade and technology partnerships with South Africa, collaboration in manufacturing with South Korea, and strengthening trade ties with the Netherlands and Japan. The discussions emphasized MSME participation, digital economy cooperation with
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Union Minister of State for Environment, Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh, met with UAE Environment Minister H.E. Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak Al Shamsi during the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi. They discussed enhancing collaboration in climate action, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development. Singh praised the UAE&
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On October 10, 2025, Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth met with UK Minister of State for Defence Mr. Vernon Coaker in Mumbai. The meeting focused on enhancing defence cooperation, reviewing ongoing engagements, and discussing India's growing capabilities in indigenous manufacturing. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to a
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During the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference in Barbados, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla led an Indian Parliamentary Delegation to the National Assembly of Barbados. The visit aimed to strengthen bilateral relations, emphasizing shared democratic values and cultural ties. Discussions included cooperation in education, renewable energy, and parliamentary practices. Birla also
Ministry of Mines
The Ministry of Mines organized a successful Roadshow in New Delhi for the 6th Tranche of the Auction of Critical and Strategic Minerals, chaired by Secretary Piyush Goyal. The auction includes 23 mineral blocks vital for renewable energy and high-tech industries, aiming to enhance India's resource security. The
National Red List
At the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi, Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh, launched India's National Red List Assessment initiative. This initiative aims to establish a nationally coordinated red-listing system to assess and monitor the conservation status of
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Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari announced India's goal of achieving a $5 trillion economy by 2027, emphasizing the importance of ethics, economy, and ecology in national development. He highlighted India's rise to the third-largest automobile market globally, advancements in alternative fuels, and ongoing infrastructure projects aimed
Biomedical Research
The Indian government has approved Phase III of the Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP), with a budget of ₹1500 crore, aimed at training over 2,000 researchers and promoting high-impact biomedical research. The initiative emphasizes support for women scientists and aims to enhance India's global standing in biomedical
Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan for his warm greetings on the occasion of completing 24 years of public service. In a response on social media, Modi emphasized his honor in serving the nation and working towards the aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians.
India
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh met with Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles in Canberra, marking five years of the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The meeting focused on enhancing defence cooperation, culminating in the signing of key agreements on information sharing, submarine search and rescue, and joint staff talks. Singh emphasized