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Singareni Collieries’ rescue team will represent India at the International Mine Rescue Competition in Zambia. Trained intensively, the team has a strong track record nationally. The company’s women’s team also recently earned accolades at a national-level competition.
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India’s young women’s team secured their first Thomas & Uber Cup win, defeating Ukraine 4-1, with strong singles performances from Unnati Hooda, Tanvi Sharma and Devika Sihag. They must beat defending champions China to reach the quarterfinals.
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India’s Ministry of External Affairs strongly criticised US President Donald Trump’s social media post targeting immigrants and birthright citizenship, calling the remarks “uninformed, inappropriate and in poor taste.”
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India welcomed Japan’s decision to review its defence equipment and technology transfer rules, calling it a boost to bilateral security cooperation. MEA said defence ties remain a key pillar of the India–Japan strategic partnership, supporting tech and industrial collaboration
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India’s ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra said India’s transformation is driven by strong economic growth, governance reforms, digital and physical infrastructure, and technological innovation. He highlighted deepening India–US ties and India’s goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047
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France has waived transit visa requirements for Indian travellers passing through its airports, effective April 10, 2026. The move, agreed during PM Modi–President Macron talks, aims to ease travel, strengthen bilateral ties, and boost people-to-people connectivity between India and France
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India leads global adoption of AI in healthcare, with 85 per cent of consumers consulting AI tools before doctors, according to a BCG study. The trend is driven by youth, though most users still prefer a hybrid doctor–AI model.
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India and South Korea signed an MoU between MSME ministries to boost cooperation, trade, and innovation in the sector during President Lee Jae Myung’s visit. The pact aims to strengthen MSME linkages, investment, and digital economic collaboration
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Adani Power Limited formed a new step-down subsidiary, Rawatbhata-Raj Atomic Energy Ltd, via Adani Atomic Energy Limited, signalling expansion into nuclear energy alongside another unit, aligning with India’s long-term clean energy ambitions
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The rupee fell 25 paise to 93.16 against the United States dollar amid West Asia tensions and rising crude concerns. Disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz increased dollar demand, keeping the local currency under pressure despite earlier gains
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India and the United States began fresh trade talks in Washington to finalise an interim bilateral deal amid shifting tariff policies. Both sides aim to resolve disputes on tariffs, market access and investigations, with negotiations seen as key to broader economic ties
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Government of India plans to promote flex-fuel vehicles and higher ethanol blending up to 85 percent, holding stakeholder meetings to reduce crude oil imports, enhance energy security, and respond to global oil market disruptions driven by Middle East conflict ongoing
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Pakistan has reportedly denied visas to 92 Indian Sikh devotees, sparking criticism over religious access to Gurdwara Panja Sahib. The move, reported in Khalsa Vox, has raised concerns about strained India–Pakistan religious pilgrimage arrangements and Sikh community sentiments
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An additional 5,000 tonnes of diesel began flowing from India to Bangladesh via the India–Bangladesh Friendship Pipeline, strengthening Dhaka’s energy security amid global supply uncertainty. The pipeline, linked to Numaligarh Refinery Limited, continues to support steady and cost-effective fuel imports
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Saina Nehwal said her rivalry with P. V. Sindhu helped popularise badminton in India. She highlighted the importance of early training systems, school support for young athletes, and shared her views on fairness and evolving debates in sport.
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Christian Stocker praised India as a reliable global partner, highlighting its strong international influence. Alongside Narendra Modi, he stressed diplomacy, trade growth, and deeper cooperation in technology, security, and defence ties.
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Care Ratings CEO Mehul Pandya said India can challenge global credit rating norms and reduce subjectivity in assessments. The firm is expanding globally, covering 45 countries, while focusing on transparency, emerging markets and strengthening India’s position in sovereign ratings
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The government said all Indian seafarers and ships in the Gulf region are safe, with no incidents reported in the past 24 hours. Authorities continue repatriation efforts and coordination with missions to ensure safety amid ongoing regional tensions
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GE Aerospace and Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd have made significant progress towards finalising a deal to co-produce F414 jet engines in India. The collaboration aims to support future combat aircraft and strengthen long-standing India-US defence ties
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State-owned oil companies are incurring losses of Rs 18 per litre on petrol and Rs 35 on diesel as fuel prices remain unchanged despite rising crude costs. The losses may lead to price hikes after upcoming state elections
