Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met U.S. Defence Secretary Erik Hegseth on the sidelines of the ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting to discuss strengthening India-US defence cooperation.


US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says pact a cornerstone for regional stability and deterrence

India-US relations: India enhances defence ties with key superpowers

India-US ties: Rajnath Singh & Pete Hegseth sign 10-year defence pact in Kuala Lumpur 

India's five-wicket win chasing down 339 in the final is the biggest ODI chase in knockouts and the biggest-ever in WODIs.


ODI women's world cup 2025: Jemimah Rodrigues' unbeaten ton helps India seal final berth

India is reportedly set to host the leadership of the European Union as chief guest for next year's Republic Day celebrations. This marks a historic moment in India–EU relations, signaling a deeper, strategic partnership between New Delhi and Brussels. MEA is yet to confirm the official invitation.


Reports: India invites top EU leaders for Republic Day, official announcement awaited

The US Revoked the sanctions exemption for Chabahar port development on Thursday. The decision comes as the US Aims to isolate Iran, especially over its support for terrorism and regional proxies. 


India To Continue Operating Chabahar Port: U.S. Extends Sanctions Waiver Till April 2026

In a significant diplomatic and developmental move, India has reaffirmed its support for Afghanistan’s water management projects, underscoring its long-term commitment to the country’s energy and food security.
From dams and irrigation systems to hydroelectric development, India is working to help Afghanistan harness its rivers and rebuild its agricultural base — a crucial step for a nation facing climate stress and economic challenges.
Experts say the initiative strengthens India’s regional role and highlights the importance of water diplomacy in South Asia.

India-Afghanistan ties: New Delhi offers support for sustainable water management 

In a major breakthrough for India’s manufacturing sector, four Indian companies — Continental India, DE Diamond, Hitachi, and Jay Ushin — have become the first to receive licenses to import China’s tightly-controlled rare earth magnets.
These critical materials power electric vehicles, smartphones, wind turbines, and defence technologies: but the imports come with strict conditions: the magnets cannot be exported to the US or used for defence production.


Rare Earths Magnets: 3 Indian Firms Get Import License From China

India's ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer, who suffered a ruptured spleen and rib cage injury during the third match against Australia, said he was doing better and is currently on the road to recovery. Taking to social media, Iyer said, “I'm currently in recovery process and getting better, every passing day.”


Shreyas Iyer: I'm currently in recovery process; Vice-captain injured himself while taking a catch

Shreyas Iyer recovering well after scary injury in Sydney, 'getting better every passing day'

India has accelarated the repatriation of its gold from abroad in recent years.
The country now holds about 65 percent of its gold reserves at home - an all-time high.

RBI Brings Home More Gold From Abroad | WORLD BUSINESS WATCH | WION

India’s IPO market is on fire — raising nearly $200 million every hour as a new wave of domestic investors transforms the country’s financial landscape. From LG Electronics India’s $1.3 billion IPO — fully subscribed in just six hours — to record-breaking fundraising across industries, India is emerging as one of the world’s hottest IPO destinations.
This boom reflects a power shift from foreign funds to Indian investors, fueled by retail participation, mutual funds, and insurers — marking the rise of a self-sustaining capital market in the world’s fastest-growing major economy.

India’s Explosive IPO Boom Shows The Rise Of Local Investors

Trend in India’s education sector. The rise of fake universities. The university grants commission, or the UGC has released a list of 22 fake universities operating across the country, Institutions that look real, sound real, But are not authorised to award degrees.
Watch this story.

UGC Releases Updated List of 22 Fake Universities Across India

The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has shot dead an Indian-origin industrialist in Canada after he refused to pay extortion money. The incident took place on Monday (October 27).

Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Claims Killing Industrialist in Canada

Global pop icon Enrique Iglesias is back! His upcoming concert in India is expected to draw massive crowds and significantly boost the local economy. With thousands of fans gearing up for the event, experts say this could mark the beginning of a new era for India’s concert and live entertainment industry.

Enrique Iglesias Returns To India: Concert Set to Boost Local Economy

The global domination of Diljit Dosanjh continues. The popular Punjabi actor has created history yet again. Dosanjh has become the first Indian artist to completely sell out a stadium show in Sydney- marking a massive milestone for Indian artists on a global stage.

Diljit Dosanjh Becomes First Indian To Sell Sydney Stadium Show

India’s opposition parties have released their Bihar election manifesto ahead of the two-phase polling scheduled for November 6 and 11. The manifesto highlights promises on employment, education, and welfare schemes, as political campaigns intensify across the state.

Bihar Elections: Opposition Releases Bihar Manifesto Ahead of November Polls | WION 

Enrique Iglesias Returns! Concert Set to Boost India’s Local Economy | WION 

In the latest update from the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, Shafali Verma has been called up to replace the injured Pratika in India’s squad.

ICC Women’s ODI World Cup: Shafali Verma Called Up After Pratika’s Injury Ahead of WC | WION 

Trump has been repeatedly claiming that he helped to secure a "full and immediate" ceasefire between the nuclear-armed neighbours India and Pakistan after talks reportedly mediated by Washington.

Trump Repeats Claims of Brokering India-Pak Truce

A software engineer was arrested by Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) in Pune on Monday for his alleged links with banned organisations like Pakistan's Al Qaeda and role in radicalising youth, an official said.

India: Software Engineer Arrested in Pune For Alleged Links With Al-Qaeda

Yunus Gifted Pak General 'Art Of Triumph' During Meeting in Dhaka | WION Dispatch

A major controversy has erupted after Bangladesh’s Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus reportedly presented a map gift to a Pakistani military general that allegedly depicted parts of India’s Northeast under Bangladesh.

Yunus Gifted Pak General 'Art Of Triumph' During Meeting in Dhaka

Delhi’s air quality continues to worsen, with the AQI remaining in the ‘poor’ category for the third consecutive day. In response, authorities are likely to initiate cloud seeding within 2–3 days to induce artificial rain and reduce pollution levels.

Delhi's AQI Worsens: Cloud Seeding Likely in Delhi in 2-3 Days

Russia-India: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has entered a landmark collaboration with Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) to produce the SJ-100 civil commuter aircraft in India. The agreement, signed in Moscow on October 27, 2025, marks the first time a complete passenger aircraft will be manufactured in India since HAL’s AVRO HS-748 project.

India-Russia Jet Deal: India To Manufacture First Civilian Aircraft Since 1988

In a historic move, India and Russia have signed a major civilian aircraft deal, marking the first such agreement since 1988.

The landmark partnership is expected to boost India’s aviation sector and strengthen bilateral defense and trade ties with Moscow amid evolving global geopolitical dynamics.

India Inks Major Jet Deal With Russia: First Civilian Aircraft Since 1988

Russia-India: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has entered a landmark collaboration with Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) to produce the SJ-100 civil commuter aircraft in India. The agreement, signed in Moscow on October 27, 2025, marks the first time a complete passenger aircraft will be manufactured in India since HAL’s AVRO HS-748 project.


Russia-India: HAL-UAC Collab to Produce SJ-100 Civil Aircraft for Indian Market

A major twist has emerged in the Delhi acid attack case, involving a toilet cleaner and a shocking confession from the victim’s father. The case is now taking unexpected turns, raising questions about the investigation and underlying circumstances.

Delhi Acid Attack: Victim’s Father Makes Huge Confession| WION 

India's nifty 50 and sensex are trading close to their liftime highs. In this next report, we track how the nifty has performed over the last 10, 20 and 30 years to see if it has been effective in compounding investor wealth. 


Nifty Returns: Comparing the Nifty's 10, 20 & 30 Year Returns | WORLD BUSINESS WATCH | WION

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert as Cyclone Montha is likely to make landfall in Andhra Pradesh on October 28. Heavy rainfall, strong winds, and rough sea conditions are expected across coastal regions. Authorities urge residents to stay alert and follow safety advisories as disaster response teams prepare for impact.

Andhra Pradesh Braces For Cyclone Montha, Educational Institutions Closed

ASEAN Summit 2025 In Kuala Lumpur Malaysia: Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually attends ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Nations) - India Summit. 

PM Modi Addresses ASEAN Summit, Says ASEAN is Key Pillar of India's Act East Policy

Direct flights between India and China resume today, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations. This move is expected to boost trade, tourism, and connectivity between the two nations. 

India-China Direct Flights Resume Today, Indigo Launches Direct Kolkata-Guangzhou Flight Service

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