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November 1, 2026 5:14 PM

New Zealand Beat India by Seven Wickets in Fifth T20I, Hosts Seal Series Finale

Tim Seifert and Glenn Phillips struck impressive half-centuries as New Zealand defeated India by seven wickets in the fifth and final T20 International at Seddon Park in Hamilton on Sunday. Chasing a target of 192, New Zealand reached 194 for three in 18 overs, with 12 balls to spare. Seifert scored 93, while Phillips remained unbeaten on 65 to guide the hosts to their highest successful T20I chase against India. Phillips also set a new record for the most runs scored by a batter in a bilatera...

October 31, 2026 3:13 PM

India Clinches 20 Medals at World Armwrestling Championships in New Delhi

Indian armwrestlers have won 20 medals, including four gold, two silver and 14 bronze, during the first two days of finals at the 47th World Armwrestling and 28th World Para Armwrestling Championships 2026 in New Delhi. India finished fourth in the overall medal standings, behind Russia, Kazakhstan and Türkiye, at the championships being hosted in the country for the first time. The event has brought together more than 1,700 athletes from over 60 countries. It is being organised by the People...

October 31, 2026 9:38 AM

India demonstrates fastest, most expansive poverty reduction in modern history: Piyush Goyal

The World Bank Group’s ‘October 2026 Poverty & Equity Brief’ confirms that India has demonstrated one of the fastest and most expansive poverty reduction in modern history, according to Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. The report states several significant gains, including 49.6 crore people moving above the lower-middle-income poverty line of $4.20 a day between 2011 and 2023, with the poverty rate declining from 57.7 per cent to 16.1 per cent. This has been accompl...

October 30, 2026 3:42 PM

India, Belgium and Luxembourg Hold Talks to Deepen Trade and Investment Ties

India, Belgium and Luxembourg have discussed ways to strengthen trade, investment and economic cooperation across key sectors, including logistics, renewable energy, financial services, healthcare and digital technologies. The discussions took place during the 19th Session of the India–Belgium–Luxembourg Economic Union (BLEU) Joint Economic Commission (JEC), held in Luxembourg on October 29, 2026. The meeting reviewed existing trade and investment relations and explored opportunities to exp...

October 28, 2026 3:07 PM

Piyush Goyal meets Liechtenstein’s Prince Alois, explores investment opportunities under India-EFTA pact

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday met Prince Alois, the hereditary prince of Liechtenstein, to discuss stronger economic engagement and investment opportunities under the India-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA). During the courtesy call, held as part of the Prince’s state visit to India, Goyal invited Liechtenstein’s companies to explore manufacturing partnerships, technology collaboration, research and develo...

October 28, 2026 1:10 PM

India, Mexico launch negotiations for Preferential Trade Agreement

India and Mexico have formally launched negotiations for a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) with the signing of the Terms of Reference, marking a significant step towards strengthening bilateral trade and investment ties. According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the Terms of Reference establish the framework, scope, modalities and roadmap for negotiations aimed at expanding bilateral trade, creating business opportunities, boosting investment flows and building resilient and divers...

October 28, 2026 8:47 AM

India invites all 10 SCO members, including Pakistan, to first Civilisational Dialogue Forum

India has invited all 10 member countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), including Pakistan, to participate in the inaugural SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum, scheduled to be held in New Delhi from November 20 to 22. The initiative aims to strengthen cultural ties, promote mutual understanding and deepen engagement among SCO member states. The invitation follows Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's announcement on October 20 that India would host the first SCO Civilisation Dialog...

October 27, 2026 10:13 AM

India calls for comprehensive UNSC reforms, says veto must not serve narrow political interests

India has reiterated its call for comprehensive reforms of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), emphasising that the veto power held by its five permanent members must be exercised with restraint and should not become an instrument of narrow political expediency. Delivering India's statement at the United Nations in New York, India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Parvathaneni Harish, said the veto carries significant responsibility, particularly on matters concerning international ...

October 27, 2026 12:17 AM

India Hosts CIML Meeting for First Time, Focuses on Global Measurement Standards

India is hosting the 61st Meeting of the International Committee of Legal Metrology (CIML) from 26 to 28 October in New Delhi, marking the first time the country is hosting this prestigious international meeting of the International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML). The meeting brings together delegates, senior officials and technical experts from across the world to advance cooperation in measurement standards, consumer protection and fair trade. International Seminar on Legal Metrology ...

October 24, 2026 4:22 PM

India Condemns Deadly Church Attack in Jordan, Reaffirms Commitment to Fight Terrorism

India has strongly condemned the deadly attack on a Greek Orthodox church in Jordan's Karak region that killed seven people and injured 34 others, expressing solidarity with the government and people of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) described the October 23 attack as a “heinous” and “cowardly” act, extended condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery to those injured. India also reiterate...