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India Russia Oil Deal Secures ONGC’s 20% Stake in Sakhalin-1 Project,

Friday, December 5, 2025

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India’s state-run ONGC Videsh edges towards retaining its 20% share in Russia’s Sakhalin-1 project through a rouble-based payment mechanism, leveraging frozen dividends amid Western sanctions. The India Russia oil deal bolsters bilateral

Bangladesh RMG Exports FY26 Stagnate at $16.13bn

Friday, December 5, 2025

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Bangladesh RMG exports FY26 reached $16.13 billion from July to November, a mere 0.09 per cent increase from the prior year, according to Export Promotion Bureau data released on Thursday. This slowdown

Putin Modi Summit Boosts Defence Ties with 10 New Deals

Friday, December 5, 2025

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Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held the 23rd annual Putin Modi summit in Delhi on Friday. The talks focused on trade growth, Ukraine peace efforts, and energy

Putin India Visit Bolsters Defence Ties Amid US Tariffs

Thursday, December 4, 2025

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Russian President Vladimir Putin begins his India visit on Thursday, 4 December 2025, at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He lands in New Delhi at 6:35 PM for the 23rd

India Russian Oil Imports Decline May Be Temporary: Kremlin

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

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India’s Russian oil imports have plunged by 65% in December, falling to 600,000-650,000 barrels per day from November’s 1.87 million bpd peak, trade data shows. The Kremlin says this India Russian oil

EU Flood Aid Pakistan: €3 Million Boosts Relief

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

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The European Union announced €3 million in emergency cash aid for flood-hit communities in Pakistan’s Punjab province on Monday. This support targets vulnerable households recovering from severe monsoon flooding. Aid delivery starts

Putin India Visit 2025 Targets 5 Key Deals

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

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Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi on Monday for a two-day summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, focusing on energy exports and defence pacts amid US tariffs. The visit underscores

Egyptian FM Pakistan COAS Asim Munir Meeting Boosts Defence Ties

Monday, December 1, 2025

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Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 4:35 PM. The Egyptian FM COAS

India Supplementary Budget 2025: Rs 41,455 Crore Boost Approved

Monday, December 1, 2025

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India’s government sought and received Parliament’s approval for a supplementary budget 2025 on Monday, December 1, 2025, at 4:35 PM. The move unlocks net additional spending of Rs 41,455 crore (US$4.92 billion)

Bangladesh Remittance November 2025 Surges to $2.68 Billion

Monday, December 1, 2025

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Bangladesh remittance inflow reached US$2.68 billion in the first 29 days of November 2025, marking a key boost to the economy. The Bangladesh Bank released the data on Sunday, showing a 15.8

Afghanistan Turkey Relations: Mediation Boosts Ties Amid Ceasefire

Sunday, November 30, 2025

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Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi met Turkey’s chargé d’affaires Cenk Ünal in Kabul on Monday. The two discussed Afghanistan Turkey relations. They focused on expanding political and economic links. Ünal announced

Pakistan Tax Shortfall: Rs428bn Miss in Jul-Nov Hits IMF Targets

Sunday, November 30, 2025

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Pakistan tax shortfall reaches Rs428 billion in five months amid IMF Pakistan tax concerns over governance lapses. FBR PRAL outsourcing draws scrutiny as collections lag despite hikes, straining bailout conditions. Pakistan Tax

India US Helicopter Deal Agreement Valued at $894 Million

Sunday, November 30, 2025

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India US helicopter deal have finalised follow-on support agreements valued at approximately $894 million for the sustainment of the Indian Navy’s MH-60R Seahawk helicopter fleet. The Defence Ministry announced that two Letters

Nepal Electricity Export Expansion to Bangladesh: Dhaka to Import 20MW More

Saturday, November 29, 2025

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Bangladesh has agreed to increase its electricity imports from Nepal by an additional 20 megawatts, bringing the total supply under the Nepal electricity export arrangement to 60MW. This expansion comes as part

Tesla Model Y Price Reduction India: 33% Cut Forecast

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

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Tesla announced a Tesla Model Y price reduction India of up to one-third over the next four to five years. The forecast, shared by company leaders, follows the vehicle’s July 2025 launch

India-Canada Trade Talks Restart Amid Diplomatic Progress

Monday, November 24, 2025

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India-Canada trade talks resume negotiations for a comprehensive trade pact, Prime Ministers Mark Carney and Narendra Modi announced on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Johannesburg on 23 November. The move

Tejas Crash Harms India Export Hopes After Pilot Dies

Sunday, November 23, 2025

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Wing Commander Namansh Syal died when a Tejas fighter jet crashed during a display at the Dubai Airshow on Friday, dealing a blow to India’s ambitions as the Tejas crash harms India

Dar Meets Japanese Deputy FM in Brussels, Eyes Deeper Ties

Sunday, November 23, 2025

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Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar meets Japanese Deputy Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs Eri Arfiya in Brussels on 21 November 2025. The informal discussion occurred on the margins

Punjab Potohar Agriculture Uplift Plan Injects PKR 7 Billion for Farmer Revival

Sunday, November 23, 2025

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Rawalpindi, Monday, August 25, 2025 – The Punjab government launched the Punjab Potohar agriculture uplift plan on Tuesday, allocating PKR 7 billion to transform farming in the arid Potohar region through subsidies,

Indian and Afghan Envoys Meet in Kyrgyzstan to Advance Trade

Saturday, November 22, 2025

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Indian and Afghan envoys convened in Bishkek on Monday to discuss enhanced bilateral cooperation, focusing on trade routes and regional links. The meeting, held at 4:35 PM local time, involved India’s Ambassador

Afghanistan Uzbekistan Agriculture Export Deal Boosts Trade by $500m

Friday, November 21, 2025

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Uzbekistan has finalised an Afghanistan Uzbekistan agriculture export deal that lifts import restrictions on key Afghan produce, enabling air shipments of fruits to Central Asian markets and beyond. The agreement, involves officials

Indian Banks Comply with US Russia Sanctions, Cut Oil Ties

Friday, November 21, 2025

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Indian banks comply with US Russia sanctions targeting Rosneft and Lukoil, as refineries pause Russian crude purchases to safeguard Western ties, a U.S. Treasury official confirmed on Thursday in Washington. Compliance Accelerates

US Approves $93M Javelin Sale to India Boosting Defence Ties

Thursday, November 20, 2025

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The United States State Department approved on Thursday a $93 million anti-tank missile systems and Excalibur projectiles Javelin sale to India. This move aims to enhance New Delhi’s defence posture. The approval

Ishaq Dar EU GSP+ Talks: Renewal Push in Brussels Talks

Thursday, November 20, 2025

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Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar engaged in pivotal Ishaq Dar EU GSP+ talks with European Council President António Costa in Brussels on Tuesday. The discussions centred on renewing

Afghanistan Trade Minister India Investment Push Targets Mining, Power Sectors

Thursday, November 20, 2025

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Afghanistan trade minister India investment initiatives took centre stage as Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi landed in the capital on Wednesday for talks aimed at unlocking fresh capital flows and market access. The visit

Bangladesh Rice Import Benapole 2025 Hits 13,528 Tons

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

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Bangladesh rice import from Benapole in 2025 resumes with 13,528 tons of coarse rice arriving from India via the land port since August. Officials confirmed this on Monday, August 25, 2025, at

Gold Prices Rise 6.5% in India in November on Geopolitical Heat

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

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Gold prices rise in India in November 2025, reaching ₹126,900 per 10 grams by mid-month, up 6.5 per cent from early lows, driven by global tensions and a weaker dollar. This surge,

Pakistan Uzbekistan Pharma Joint Committee Boosts Trade Ties

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

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Pakistan Uzbekistan pharma joint committee formed during bilateral talks on Monday, November 17, 2025, aims to enhance pharmaceutical trade by resolving certification delays. Officials from both nations agreed to include drug regulators

India US LPG Deal November Secures 2.2MTPA Amid Trade Pressures

Monday, November 17, 2025

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New Delhi announced on Monday the India US LPG deal November, under which Indian public sector undertakings will import 2.2 million tonnes per annum of liquefied petroleum gas from the United States.

Jaishankar, Bahrain Foreign Minister Discuss Deepening Partnership

Sunday, November 16, 2025

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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a phone call with Bahrain Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani on Sunday, November 16, 2025, to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral partnership and review

Bangladesh Economy Ahead of 2026 Elections Faces 3.7% Slump

Saturday, November 15, 2025

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Bangladesh economy ahead of the 2026 elections slowed to 3.7 per cent growth in FY25, down from 4.2 per cent in FY24, amid production disruptions and investor caution under the Yunus interim

Tajikistan Defence Minister Calls on COAS, Vows Deeper Ties

Saturday, November 15, 2025

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Tajikistan Defence Minister Colonel General Sobirzoda Emomali Abdulrahim called on Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi on Thursday, November 13, 2025. The COAS

India Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters Allocates $227.5 Million

Thursday, November 13, 2025

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The Indian Cabinet approved the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE) on Tuesday, allocating Rs 20,000 crore ($227.5 million) as FY26 export support for India. This move targets collateral-free loans for MSMEs

India Economy 6.5% Growth 2027 Despite Tariffs

Thursday, November 13, 2025

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Moody’s Ratings forecasts India economy 6.5% growth 2027. The agency expects annual real GDP expansion at 6.5 per cent through 2027. This positions India as the G20’s fastest-growing major economy. The projection

Ishaq Dar Vows to Elevate Pakistan Belarus Ties

Pakistan Belarus Ties: Ishaq Dar Vows to Elevate This Bond

Thursday, November 13, 2025

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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met Sergei Aleinik, head of the Belarusian delegation and former foreign minister, in Islamabad on Wednesday. The encounter occurred on the sidelines of the

Kremlin Prepares for Putin India Visit Amid Deepening Ties

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

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The Kremlin has confirmed active preparations for Russian President Vladimir Putin India visit later this year, signalling a boost to bilateral relations amid global tensions. This development, announced on Monday, underscores the

Indian Stocks Rise 0.6% Amid US Shutdown Hopes

Monday, November 10, 2025

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Indian stocks rise on Monday amid US shutdown hopes, with the BSE Sensex gaining 479 points or 0.57% to 83,695 and the NSE Nifty 50 advancing 143 points or 0.56% to 25,635

India Sugar Export Quota 2025: 1.5 MT Cleared Amid Surplus

Monday, November 10, 2025

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India approved the 2025 sugar export quota of 1.5 million tonnes on Monday to address the rising domestic surplus from the 2025-26 season. The Department of Food and Public Distribution announced the

Russian Ambassador Hails India-Russia Ties’ 6x Surge to $70bn

Sunday, November 9, 2025

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Russian ambassador Denis Alipov described India-Russia ties as time-tested and future-oriented in an interview on Monday. He spoke ahead of President Vladimir Putin’s planned December visit to New Delhi for the annual

Sri Lanka Budget 2026 Unveiling Targets 2.3% Surplus Boost

Friday, November 7, 2025

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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake presented Sri Lanka’s 2026 budget in Parliament on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 1:30 PM, outlining LKR 4,470 billion in primary expenditure to achieve a 2.3% GDP primary

India Cuts Russian Oil Purchases by 65% as Sanctions Bite

Friday, November 7, 2025

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India cuts Russian oil purchases for December arrivals, pausing orders from suppliers tied to sanctioned firms Rosneft and Lukoil. This affects 65% of India’s Russian crude intake. The decision follows US sanctions

India’s High Gold Rates in November 2025 Hit ₹1.21 Lakh Mark

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

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High Gold rates in India reached a record ₹1,20,769 per 10 grams on Monday, November 4, 2025, amid global economic jitters and festive buying, impacting the jewellery sector and household budgets across

Pakistan and Turkiye Boost Bilateral Trade to $5bn Target

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

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Istanbul, November 3, 2025 – Pakistan and Turkiye agreed to boost bilateral trade during a high-level meeting on Monday. Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan met Trade Minister Prof Dr Omer Bolat in

Pakistan China Submarine Deal 2026 Boosts Regional Defence

Monday, November 3, 2025

Business

Pakistan will commission its inaugural Hangor-class submarine in 2026 as part of the Pakistan China submarine deal 2026, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf announced in an exclusive interview. The $5

India Manufacturing PMI October 2025 Rises to 59.2 on Demand Surge

Monday, November 3, 2025

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India’s manufacturing sector posted its strongest expansion in five years in October 2025, with the HSBC India Manufacturing PMI (Purchasing Managers’ Index) climbing to 59.2 from 57.7 in September. Released on Monday,

Sri Lanka Trade Deficit Widens to $910m

Saturday, November 1, 2025

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Sri Lanka trade deficit widened to USD 910 million in September 2025, up from USD 634 million a year earlier, as imports rose sharply while exports posted moderate growth. The Central Bank

US Pakistan Rare Earth Minerals Meeting Challenges China’s Dominance

Saturday, November 1, 2025

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A US delegation led by Critical Minerals Forum President Robert Louis Strayer II met Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in Islamabad on October 31, 2025, to discuss cooperation in the US Pakistan

India Sri Lanka Power Grid Talks Advance on 1,000 MW HVDC Link

Friday, October 31, 2025

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India and Sri Lanka held virtual talks on Monday, August 25, 2025, to advance their power grid talks for interconnection project. Led by India’s Ministry of Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal and Sri

Ishaq Dar Anita Anand Cooperation Targets Trade Surge

Friday, October 31, 2025

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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar received a call from Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand on Thursday evening, October 30, to advance Ishaq Dar Anita Anand cooperation. The discussion, held

US-China Preliminary Trade Truce

Thursday, October 30, 2025

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US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of the APEC Summit in Busan, South Korea, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, to discuss a temporary trade agreement.

Indian Oil-Vitol Partnership Amid US Sanctions Boosts Trade

Thursday, October 30, 2025

Business

Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) announced plans on Wednesday to form a joint venture with global trader Vitol in Singapore, set for launch in early 2026, amid tightening US sanctions on Russian oil

Trump: 250% Tariffs Stopped India-Pakistan War

Thursday, October 30, 2025

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US President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that Trump 250% tariffs stopped India Pakistan war by forcing a ceasefire during a May flare-up that saw seven planes shot down. Speaking at the

Bangladesh, Maldives Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation in Key Sectors

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

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Bangladesh and the Maldives strengthen bilateral cooperation in education, religious affairs, and culture during a high-level meeting in Male. Bangladesh High Commissioner Dr Md Nazmul Islam met Maldives Minister of Islamic Affairs

Shehbaz MBS Meeting Riyadh October Bolsters $25B Ties

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held bilateral talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh on Monday, October 27, 2025, ahead of the Future Investment Initiative conference. The

India FY26 Growth Outlook Strong at 6.8%

Monday, October 27, 2025

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NEW DELHI – India’s FY26 growth outlook stands firm at 6.8 per cent, according to the Reserve Bank of India on Monday. The upgrade from 6.5 per cent reflects strong private consumption

Reliance Races Battery Gear Orders Out of China Before November Curbs

Monday, October 27, 2025

Business

Reliance Industries dispatched a team to China this week to expedite shipments of battery gear orders out of China. The move comes ahead of Beijing’s export curbs on battery supply chain equipment,

PM Shehbaz Sharif Leads Delegation to Riyadh FII9 for Key Deals

Sunday, October 26, 2025

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PM Shehbaz Sharif leads a high-level delegation to Riyadh for the Ninth Future Investment Initiative (FII9) from 27 to 29 October 2025. The visit, at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed

IMF Praises Bangladesh Reserves: $27B Milestone

Sunday, October 26, 2025

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Dhaka, Bangladesh) – IMF praises Bangladesh reserves after foreign exchange holdings climbed to USD 27.35 billion under the IMF’s valuation method as of 16 October 2025. Thomas Helbling, Deputy Director of the

Iran Seeks to Boost Maritime Connectivity With Pakistan

Sunday, October 26, 2025

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Tehran, Iran – Iran-Pakistan maritime connectivity advances through ministerial talks, where officials propose ferry links and port collaborations to achieve a USD 10 billion bilateral trade target. The discussions, held on 15-16

Afghanistan Iran Turkey Railway MoU 2025 Unlocks Trade Routes

Afghanistan Iran Turkiye Railway MoU 2025 Unlocks Trade Routes

Saturday, October 25, 2025

Business

Kabul — Afghanistan, Iran, and Turkiye signed a railway MoU on 22 October 2025 in Istanbul to advance tripartite railway cooperation, focusing on the construction of the Herat-Mazar-e-Sharif line. The agreement, reached

India Won't Rush US Trade Deal, Goyal Insists

India Won’t Rush US Trade Deal 2025, Goyal Insists

Saturday, October 25, 2025

Business

New Delhi, October 25, 2025 – Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal declared on Friday that India won’t rush US trade deal Piyush Goyal’s oversight, rejecting any restrictive conditions during his address

Pakistan PM 3-Year Energy Package Ignites Industry Revival

Friday, October 24, 2025

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Islamabad, October 24, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif unveiled the Pakistan PM 3 year energy package industry on Thursday, targeting industrial and agricultural sectors with subsidised electricity rates to drive growth

Blackstone invests in Federal Bank India

Blackstone Invests $705M in Federal Bank India for 9.99% Stake

Friday, October 24, 2025

Business

US private equity firm Blackstone invests Federal Bank India through its affiliate, acquiring a 9.99% stake for $705 million (INR 61.97 billion). The deal, announced on Friday, October 24, 2025, at 4:35

India Clears $9 Billion Arms Proposals to Strengthen Defences.

Friday, October 24, 2025

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India cleared $9 billion arms proposals on Thursday, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, to acquire advanced missiles, naval guns, and vehicles for its armed forces. The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) meeting

Poland Deputy PM Islamabad Visit Sparks 2-Day Diplomacy Boost

Friday, October 24, 2025

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Islamabad, October 23, 2025, 4:35 PM. Poland deputy PM’s visit to Islamabad kicks off as Radosław Sikorski lands for a two-day official trip. He meets Deputy PM Ishaq Dar at the Foreign

Modi to Skip ASEAN Summit 2025 in Malaysia Over Diwali

Thursday, October 23, 2025

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Kuala Lumpur, October 23, 2025, 4:35 PM – Prime Minister Narendra Modi to skip ASEAN Summit in Malaysia, opting for virtual participation due to Diwali celebrations, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced

Pakistan 3 Trillion Economy Hindrances Exposed

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Business

Islamabad: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb warned that climate change and rapid population growth pose major Pakistan 3 trillion economy hindrances. In a recent television interview, he highlighted these as existential threats derailing

Trump Sanctions Russian Oil Firms, India with 25% Tariffs Hit

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Business

Washington: US President Donald Trump announced sanctions on major Russian oil firms on 22 October 2025, targeting Rosneft and Lukoil to force Moscow towards a Ukraine ceasefire, while reiterating claims that India

Indian Rupee Opens Higher After Diwali, Up 0.16%

Indian Rupee Opens Higher and Stronger After Diwali

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Business

The Indian rupee opens higher after Diwali on Thursday, 23 October 2025, strengthening to around 87.85 against the US dollar from its previous close of 87.9275, driven by positive cues from a

Trump Modi Trade Talks Spark Tariff Relief Hopes

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Business

WASHINGTON (South Asian Desk) – Trump Modi trade talks dominated a phone conversation between US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday. The leaders addressed tariffs and energy

Indian Economy Resilient Amid Global Challenges: RBI Raises Growth to 6.8%

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

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Mumbai, October 21, 2025 – The Indian economy resilient global challenges RBI states in its October bulletin, projecting 6.8% growth for FY 2025-26 despite uncertainties from trade tensions and weak external demand.

Indian Rupee Rises as State Run Banks Sell Dollars

Monday, October 20, 2025

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Mumbai, Monday, 20 October 2025: The Indian rupee rises as state run banks sold dollars, likely acting for the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), strengthening the currency to 87.78 against the US

Trump Vows Massive Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil

Monday, October 20, 2025

Business

US President Donald Trump has vowed to maintain massive tariffs on India over Russian oil imports. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Sunday, 19 October 2025, Trump claimed Indian Prime

ICICI Bank Q2 Profit Beats Estimates at ₹12,359 Cr

Sunday, October 19, 2025

Business

Mumbai, 18 October 2025: ICICI Bank Q2 profit beats estimates, posting a standalone net profit of ₹12,359 crore for the quarter ended 30 September 2025, up 5.2% from ₹11,746 crore a year

Dhaka Airport Fire: Exporters Face $1bn Losses

Sunday, October 19, 2025

Business

Dhaka, 19 October 2025 – A fire erupted at the cargo village of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on Friday, forcing a six-hour suspension of flights and injuring 25 security personnel. Exporters now

Emirates NBD Acquires 60% RBL Bank in $3B Deal.

Emirates NBD Acquires 60% RBL Bank Deal

Sunday, October 19, 2025

Business

Emirates NBD Acquires 60% RBL Bank in $3B Deal Dubai’s premier bank eyes India’s growth engine with a record-breaking investment that could reshape regional financial ties. Dubai-based Emirates NBD announced on Saturday,

China Eastern Airlines Resume India Flights After 5-Year Freeze

Saturday, October 18, 2025

Business

New Delhi, India (South Asian Desk) – China Eastern Airlines will resume India flights on November 9, 2025, ending a five-year suspension. The Shanghai-Delhi service operates three times weekly. This follows a

India Gold Prices Pullback Hits 2.6% on Dollar Strength

Saturday, October 18, 2025

Business

India gold prices pullback October 2025 marked a 2.6% drop in spot gold to USD 4,211.48 per ounce on Friday, October 17, at 4:35 PM IST. This followed a record high of

Egypt FM IMEEC Palestine Resolution Halts $50B Corridor

Saturday, October 18, 2025

Business

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty stated on Friday, October 17, 2025, in New Delhi that resolving the Palestine issue is essential for advancing the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC), during his two-day

Karachi Tehran Direct Flights to Boost Ties

Friday, October 17, 2025

Business

Karachi, Friday, October 17, 2025: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah and Iranian Consul General Akbar Issazadeh agreed on Thursday to launch Karachi Tehran direct flights. The pact aims to ease

Russia is confident in India for oil partnership will continue

Russia Confident in India for Oil Partnership Continues Amid US Claims

Friday, October 17, 2025

Business

Moscow, 16 October 2025 – Russia expressed confidence that its oil partnership with India will continue, countering US President Donald Trump’s assertion that New Delhi promised to halt purchases from Moscow. Deputy

Pakistan Seeks China Support for BRICS Bank Membership

BRICS Bank Membership: Pakistan Seeks China Support

Friday, October 17, 2025

Business

Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met China’s Deputy Finance Minister Liao Min in Washington DC on Thursday and sought support for Pakistan in BRICS bank membership, during the IMF and World Bank

India’s US Exports Plunge Amid Trump 50% Tariffs: 12% Drop

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Business

India’s US exports plunged 11.93 per cent to USD 5.46 billion in September 2025 amid the Trump administration’s 50 per cent tariffs. The decline hit the first full month of the levies

Finance Minister Aurangzeb Briefs Saudi on PIA Privatisation Push

PIA Privatisation Push: Finance Minister Aurangzeb Briefs Saudi Finance Minister

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Business

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan in Washington DC on 15 October 2025. He briefed him on the ongoing PIA privatisation push and key airports. The discussion occurred

Pakistan Textile Exports Decline 2025: 2% Fall Hits Sector

Thursday, October 16, 2025

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan textile exports decline 2025 continued in September, with shipments falling to $1.57 billion, down 1.99% from $1.61 billion a year earlier, according to Pakistan Bureau of Statistics data. This marks

Indian Rupee Rally: Trump Modi Oil Remark Sparks 0.8% Surge

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Business

The Indian rupee rally for 0.8% against the US dollar on Thursday 16 October 2025 following US President Donald Trump’s remark that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave him assurance to stop

Apple Lobbying for India Tax Law Change Hits Expansion Snag

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Business

New Delhi, October 16, 2025 – Apple lobbying the Indian government to revise a tax law that imposes duties on machinery imports for its local production lines. Sources say this Apple India

Trump says Modi assured India stop Russian oil import

Russian Oil Import: Trump Says Modi Assured India Will Stop Soon

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Business

US President Donald Trump stated on 15 October 2025 that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him India will stop Russian oil import. The announcement came during a White House event where

Infosys $1.6 Billion NHS Deal Seals IT Triumph

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Business

Infosys clinched the Infosys $1.6 billion NHS deal on Monday, October 14, 2025, from the NHS Business Services Authority. The £1.2 billion contract spans 15 years to overhaul workforce systems for England’s

IMF Pakistan $1.2 Billion Deal Unlocks Aid

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Business

The IMF sealed a staff-level pact with Pakistan on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, unlocking the IMF Pakistan $1.2 billion deal. Mission chief Iva Petrova oversaw talks from September 24 to October 8

UN Rohingya Aid Funding Cliff Bangladesh Hits 500K

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Business

The United Nations has issued a stark warning about the UN Rohingya aid funding cliff Bangladesh, where funding shortages could halve aid by 2026, endangering education, health, and nutrition for over 500,000

IMF Warns Pakistan for Rising Inflation to 6%

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Business

International Monetary Fund– IMF warns Pakistan for rising inflation and a shift to current account deficit in its latest World Economic Outlook released on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, projecting average inflation at

Pakistan Vietnam Trade Pact Talks Launch to Boost $1B Ties

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Business

Islamabad: Pakistan Vietnam trade pact talks commenced on October 14, 2025, with the signing of a joint declaration by Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan and Vietnam’s Minister of Industry and Trade Nguyen

AI Data Center Investment India: Google Commits $15bn Surge

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Business

Google announced on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 a $15 billion investment over five years to build an AI data center in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. This AI data center investment India marks the

FAO Support Bangladesh Deep-Sea Fishing Eyes 500,000-Ton Surge

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

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FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu pledged support for Bangladesh deep-sea fishing in a Rome meeting with Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus on Monday. The Yunus FAO meeting, held during World Food Forum events, targeted

Pakistan IMF Reform Agenda Gains Momentum in Washington

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

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Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met IMF Director Jihad Azour in Washington on Monday to advance the Pakistan IMF reform agenda, reviewing progress on the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility amid the

Bangladesh’s Yunus and Brazil President Meeting Seals 2026 Visit Deal

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

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Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus met Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Rome on 13 October 2025, discussing key issues on the sidelines of the World Food Forum, where Lula

India 77 Billion Hydropower Plan Counters China Threat

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Business

New Delhi, 14 October 2025 – India 77 billion hydropower plan has unveiled, focused on the Brahmaputra basin. The Central Electricity Authority released the master plan on Monday, 13 October 2025. It

India and Canada New Roadmap Relations Revive Ties After 2-Year Strain

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Business

New Delhi, Tuesday, 14 October 2025 – India and Canada new roadmap unveiled for their relations, agreeing to boost diplomatic cooperation in October 2025 through trade, energy and technology amid global tensions.

India Gold Prices Rise as shown in vector

India Gold Prices Rise 1.6% amid US-China Tensions

Monday, October 13, 2025

Business

On Monday, 13 October 2025, India gold prices rise amid US-China tensions after US President Donald Trump imposed 100% tariffs on Chinese imports. MCX gold futures hit a high of INR 123,680

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