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India and the Netherlands upgraded ties to a strategic partnership, signing 17 agreements across defence, semiconductors, and critical minerals. PM Modi and Rob Jetten also backed free navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, discussed Ukraine, and expanded cooperation on energy, AI, and trade
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The Ministry of Education defended the On-Screen Marking system in CBSE Class 12 exams, saying multiple security checks ensured fair evaluation. Amid student concerns over lower scores, CBSE reduced revaluation and verification fees to Rs 100 and promised refunds if marks increase
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India strongly rejected allegations of shrinking media freedom and minority rights violations during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Netherlands visit. MEA Secretary Sibi George described India as a vibrant democracy where all religions and minorities flourish peacefully under democratic principles and constitutional protections
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India and the Netherlands have unveiled a strategic roadmap to expand cooperation in semiconductors, AI, quantum technologies, cybersecurity and higher education. The partnership aims to build resilient supply chains, boost research collaboration, and strengthen academic and industry linkages across both nations.
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As India struggles with rising oil import costs, Monaco-based FOWE Eco Solutions claims its Cavitech fuel emulsion technology can cut fuel use, lower emissions, and improve industrial efficiency using water-based fuel emulsions without engine modifications, offering potential economic and environmental benefits for energy-intensive sectors
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Bangladesh’s ruling BNP said future ties with India depend on a new Ganges Water Sharing Treaty aligned with Dhaka’s needs. The party urged immediate negotiations as the 1996 agreement nears expiry, while debates continue over Bangladesh’s proposed Padma Barrage project
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According to the EOW, the accused allegedly ran fake firms to generate bogus GST invoices and claim wrongful Input Tax Credit without actually supplying any goods or services.
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India is implementing one of the world’s largest dam rehabilitation programmes under DRIP, covering 736 dams across states and central agencies. The Jal Shakti Ministry said ageing infrastructure, climate variability and storage loss have increased focus on dam safety, resilience and digital monitoring systems
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India rejected the latest ruling by the Court of Arbitration under the Indus Waters Treaty, calling it illegal and void. The government maintained that the treaty remains in abeyance following the Pahalgam terror attack and asserted its sovereign right to suspend treaty obligations
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Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said intra-BRICS trade has grown significantly but still accounts for only 5 per cent of global trade, highlighting untapped potential. India, holding the BRICS chairship, emphasized stronger integration, value chains, and expanded cooperation in goods and services.
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Indian Naval Ship Sunayna arrived in Colombo for a three-day visit under the IOS SAGAR initiative, promoting regional maritime cooperation. The deployment includes multinational crew members from 16 countries and highlights India’s Neighbourhood First policy and commitment to security, stability and friendship in the Indian Ocean
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India finished the Asian Under-17 Boxing Championships in Tashkent with 17 medals, including two gold medals won by Rakhi and Navya. The girls’ contingent dominated with 12 medals, while the boys contributed one silver and four bronze medals to the overall tally.
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The DRIP is being implemented in phases to improve dam safety and operational performance.
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The Maharashtra government signed an MoU with AM Intelligence Labs for a ₹1.14 lakh crore investment to build a green data centre park and AI compute hub in Mumbai. The renewable energy-powered project aims to boost AI infrastructure and generate thousands of jobs
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Development Committee Member, Archery Association of India, who makes it a point to go to the interiors to tap young, raw talent.
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Jamaat-e-Islami Hind welcomed Karnataka’s decision permitting students to wear hijab and other faith-based symbols in educational institutions. The group said the move protects religious freedom and educational rights, urging smooth implementation to ensure peaceful and inclusive campus environments for students
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India U-18 men’s and women’s Hockey teams set for high-stakes Australia series
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India has been included in the European Union’s revised draft list allowing continued export of aquaculture products to EU nations beyond September 2026. The move follows India’s compliance with EU antimicrobial regulations and is expected to boost confidence in Indian seafood safety and quality standards
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India condemned an attack on an Indian-flagged commercial vessel off Oman’s coast, calling it unacceptable. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed all Indian crew members were safe after rescue by Omani authorities and reiterated the need to protect civilian shipping and freedom of navigation
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A new IBM-IndiaAI study projects that artificial intelligence could add over $500 billion to India’s economy by 2030. While most business leaders expect strong GDP impact, 72 per cent of organisations admit they are lagging in global AI adoption.
