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India’s invitations to Nepal and Bangladesh for the BRICS outreach session could strengthen South Asian engagement with the Global South and provide an opportunity to reset bilateral ties, amid changing political circumstances and renewed efforts towards regional cooperation, a report said

India's women's hockey team suffered a 0-2 defeat to defending champions Netherlands in their opening second-stage match at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026. India now need to beat Australia and hope Netherlands defeat China to reach the semi-finals

India’s men’s and women’s hockey teams begin their second-stage campaigns at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 against reigning Olympic champions Netherlands. Both sides will look to make strong starts as they pursue qualification for the semi-finals.

India and Japan will explore joint development in naval shipbuilding and design, leveraging Japan’s technological expertise and India’s production capabilities. The two countries also agreed to strengthen maritime security cooperation, ship repair, naval exercises and information sharing.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan discussed strengthening the India-Singapore Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and exchanged views on geopolitical developments. They also laid the foundation stone for India’s new High Commission Chancery complex ahead of the fourth Ministerial Roundtable 

India’s makhana sector is projected to reach Rs 11,000–12,000 crore by 2029-30, driven by rising demand, higher prices, improved productivity and exports. Bihar remains the leading producer, while government initiatives including the National Makhana Board aim to boost research, farming, value addition and international marketing 

Pakistan has extended its airspace restrictions on Indian-registered aircraft and Indian airlines until September 24. The ban, imposed after the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, applies to both Karachi and Lahore flight information regions. India continues to maintain reciprocal restrictions on Pakistani aircraft

India has signalled a willingness to strengthen ties with Bangladesh, with High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi saying Prime Minister Tarique Rahman would receive an honourable welcome in India. Both sides are seeking to resolve differences and expand cooperation in trade, business, education, healthcare and employment 

India said it seeks positive and constructive ties with Bangladesh based on mutual interests and reciprocity amid uncertainty over Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit. New Delhi said Bangladesh's extradition request for Sheikh Hasina is under established processes and is also examining Dhaka's energy request

Israel expects two more rounds of negotiations with India on the proposed free trade agreement, with greater clarity likely by February 2027, Ambassador Reuven Azar said. He highlighted high-tech cooperation, innovation and investment as key areas for expanding bilateral economic ties

Actress Isha Koppikar responded to being labelled an ‘andhbhakt’, saying she proudly embraces the term if loving India and supporting its progress qualifies as such. She stressed that her devotion is to the nation, not any political party, and urged citizens to contribute

Bangladesh Water Resources Minister Shahiduddin Chowdhury Anee urged India to consider Dhaka’s interests in resolving the long-pending Teesta water-sharing issue, stressing that friendly ties should not suffer. Bangladesh is also pursuing a China-backed Teesta restoration project amid concerns over floods, erosion and water shortages

Ayush Shetty stunned world No. 1 Shi Yu Qi to produce the biggest upset of the BWF World Championships and reach the second round. PV Sindhu, Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand, Kavipriya-Simran and Hariharan-Arjun also advanced with impressive victories

India launched its first guide to grasslands and other open natural ecosystems at the UNCCD COP17 in Mongolia, highlighting their biodiversity, ecological and socio-economic importance. Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav called for science-based conservation of grasslands, savannas, deserts and other open ecosystems

India is the world’s second-largest fish producer, contributing 8 per cent to global output, the government said. Since 2015, Rs 39,272 crore has been invested in fisheries and aquaculture, supporting livelihoods, infrastructure, technology, exports and the country’s Blue Economy

The Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium is ready for the BWF World Championships, returning to India after 17 years. Chinese players praised the revamped venue after Saturday’s practice, while organisers highlighted improved court conditions and enhanced facilities for players

Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the 'Sapta Dhara' framework in his Independence Day address, identifying seven streams of strength including manufacturing, agriculture, technology, infrastructure, defence, green and blue economies, and soft power to drive India's next growth phase.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted the nation on India’s 80th Independence Day, paying tribute to freedom fighters and highlighting the country’s development. He said 140 crore Indians were powering India’s progress and expressed hope that the journey would accelerate.

India rejected Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide’s remarks on Kashmir, asserting that Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the international community should instead focus on alleged atrocities in PoK and cross-border terrorism

Reliance Industries and Rolls-Royce have announced plans to jointly develop a sovereign combat engine for India’s AMCA fighter programme. The companies will explore an Aerospace Gas Turbine Complex in India covering engine design, manufacturing, testing and support, strengthening indigenous defence capability