India and the United States have reached an interim trade deal that reshapes bilateral ties, introducing zero duties for key Indian export sectors. The US has also scrapped its 25% punitive tariff on all Indian imports, with a full trade agreement expected by March.


India-US Trade Deal: Zero Duties For Key Indian Export Sectors 

India and the US have struck an interim trade pact where New Delhi halts Russian oil imports in exchange for Washington slashing punitive tariffs from 50% to 18% overall, with the extra 25% levy lifted immediately via executive order.



India-U.S. India Dumps Russian Oil: US Tariffs Plunge to 18%

India and the US have unveiled an interim trade framework centered on Russian oil curbs, slashing punitive tariffs, with a full bilateral deal eyed by March 2026.



India-U.S. Trade Pact: Russian Oil Out, Tariffs Slashed to 18%

A debate has ensued over the quantum of missing persons in India's national capital. While the Delhi Police has urged citizens not to panic citing past trends, its record of recovering missing persons pales in comparison to other parts of India.


Missing Delhiites Evoke Public Concern, Mystery Unravelled | Gravitas

Global stocks staged a recovery after more than $1 trillion was wiped out in a sharp market rout. A heavy tech sell-off left Asian markets reeling, with stocks in South Korea swinging sharply as investors reacted to volatility in technology shares and broader risk sentiment.


Stocks Recover After $1 Trillion Wipeout as Tech Sell-Off Rocks Asia | WION

India’s apex court, the Supreme Court of India, has permitted the termination of a 30-week pregnancy in a significant verdict. The ruling underscores judicial discretion in cases involving advanced-stage pregnancies, while reaffirming the court’s role in interpreting medical and legal safeguards under existing law.


India's Apex Court Permits 30-Week Pregnancy Termination | WION

Indian tax authorities have warned of auctioning the home of late Tamil Nadu chief minister J Jayalalithaa over unpaid income tax dues. Officials say her heirs have been asked to clear tax arrears amounting to ₹20 crore, with action threatened if the outstanding amount is not paid.


India: Threat to Auction Jayalalithaa’s Home as Tax Authorities Seek ₹20 Crore Arrears 

At least 30 people have been killed in a mine explosion in Meghalaya, with the death toll continuing to rise. Rescue operations are underway as emergency teams work at the site to search for survivors and assess the damage caused by the blast.


India: Meghalaya Mine Explosion Kills 30 as Death Toll Rises, Rescue Underway

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah is on a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir to review the security situation and evaluate Centre-led development initiatives. He is also scheduled to visit BSF posts, meet families of martyred soldiers, and hand over appointment letters to eligible kin.


India: Union Minister Amit Shah In J&K To Review Security Situation

Indian cinema is witnessing a massive sequel surge, with follow-up films outperforming expectations at the box office. Border 2 scripted history by earning $45 million in just 12 days, while Stree 2 stunned the industry with a whopping $102 million haul.


Indian Cinema: Sequels Which Dominated The Box Office

The Reserve Bank of India has raised its inflation and growth forecasts while keeping the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%. The central bank said growth risks are evenly balanced following a US deal, marking a pause after cumulative rate cuts of 1.25% since February 2025.


RBI Raises Inflation and Growth Forecasts, Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged at 5.25%

India's Rouble Nagi, an innovative art and social science teacher from Mumbai, has won the prestigious $1 million Global Teacher Prize 2026. Dubai's Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed presented the award at the World Governments Summit, recognizing her transformative work in slums and rural areas through over 800 learning centers using murals for education.


Global Teacher Prize 2026: Indian Teacher Honoured At World Governments Summit In Dubai 

The U.S. announces a massive $1.3 billion investment in Pakistan's rare earth sector, spotlighting the Reko Diq copper-gold mine amid a global scramble for critical minerals.



U.S. Drops $1.3B on Pakistan Rare Earths, Reko Diq in Spotlight 

Dowry greed continues to claim lives of Indian women across professions, from tech professionals to defense commandos, highlighting the persistence of this social evil despite legal bans.


From Techie to Commando, Dowry Greed Claims Lives of Indian Women 

The race to host the 2036 Olympics is set to become more transparent, with new reforms aimed at ensuring a fairer and more open selection process.


2036 Olympics: Race To Host Games To Become More Transparent

Around 2.15 am early Wednesday, three sisters jumped from their ninth-floor apartment in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad, after leaving a handwritten note that said, "Sorry, Papa".


Ghaziabad Sisters' Suicide: New details Emerge, Father Says Girls Adopted Korean Names

India and the U.S. recently finalized a trade agreement reducing tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 18%, announced around February 2, 2026, following talks between President Trump and PM Modi. According to a report, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval played a key role in urging resumed negotiations during a discreet Washington visit, amid prior tensions over Russian oil imports.


U.S-India: Doval Pushes Trade Revival: US Cuts India Tariffs to 18% in Fresh Deal

Nashik, India’s grape capital, is facing a severe crisis as unseasonal rains have caused a 50% decline in grape yields. Farmers are struggling with massive losses, threatening livelihoods and the region’s agricultural economy.


India’s Grape Capital Faces Severe Crisis as Unseasonal Rains Slash Yields by 50% |

Indian security forces eliminated top Pakistani terrorist Adil in Kishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir. Adil, a senior Jaish-e-Mohammed commander, carried a ₹5 lakh reward and was involved in multiple terror operations, authorities said.


J&K: Top Pakistani Jaish Commander Killed in Kishtwar Encounter, ₹5 Lakh Reward on Adil

India’s National Security Adviser Ajit Doval told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that New Delhi would not be bullied by President Donald Trump or his aides, sources said. Doval signaled India’s willingness to wait out Trump’s term while urging Washington to tone down public criticism and revive trade talks.


India-US Trade Deal: India Reportedly Told US, Willing To Wait Out Trump's Term 

India’s National Security Adviser Ajit Doval told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that New Delhi would not be bullied by President Donald Trump or his aides, sources said. Doval signaled India’s willingness to wait out Trump’s term while urging Washington to tone down public criticism and revive trade talks.

Report: Doval Told Rubio India Won’t Be Bullied, Signals Patience on Trump-Era Tensions

Report: Doval Told Rubio India Won’t Be Bullied, Signaled Patience on Trump-Era Tensions

The Kremlin said India is free to buy oil from any supplier, amid uncertainty over New Delhi’s stance on Russian crude following an India-US trade deal. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russian oil is not easy to replace, underlining Moscow’s confidence in continued energy ties.


India-US Trade Deal: Russia Says India Free To Buy Oil From Anyone

India knocked out Afghanistan in the second semi-final to book their place in the final of the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup.


India Outclass Afghanistan to Reach U19 World Cup Final

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