Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrives in New York for the 81st UN General Assembly! Marking the first high-level Iranian delegation visit since regional tensions escalated, diplomats closely watch for potential diplomatic engagements during the UN summit.
#UNGA81#Iran
US President Trump signs the Lindsey O. Graham Act into law! The legislation authorizes fresh sanctions on Russia & Iran and grants authority to impose up to 100% tariffs on major Russian energy buyers, including China and India, unless purchases drop below 15%.
#USPol
Major boost for India's semiconductor ecosystem! Under the Semicon 2.0 initiative, India has secured $11โ12 billion in investment commitments at SEMICON India 2026, anchored by a landmark $5 billion R&D park commitment from Applied Materials. ๐ฎ๐ณโก
#SEMICONIndia2026
Asia leads the future of global commerce! IMF projections place China ($55.28T) and India ($26.19T) among the top three world economies by GDP (PPP) by 2030, underscoring rapid structural growth and expanding purchasing power across the Global South.
#India#China#PPP
India advances its global semiconductor ambitions! Unveiling Semiconductor Mission 2.0 with a $13.5B outlay, the landmark gathering brings together global giants like ASML and domestic leaders like Tata Electronics to build a complete "Sand to Silicon" value chain.
#MakeInIndia
Under NPCI's new framework effective October 15, a small 0.4% MDR applies only to merchant transactions exceeding โน2,000, with flat โน5 fees for essentials like fuel and railways. Designed to strengthen payment ecosystem infrastructure without burdening everyday users. ๐
#UPI
New Zealandโs Parliament has backed legislation to implement its Free Trade Agreement with India.
57% of current NZ exports to India are set to become duty-free from day one, with tariff elimination or reductions covering 95% of exports once fully implemented.
#India#NewZealand
During Operation Sindoor, the Indian Air Force's S-400 system achieved a historic 314 km long-range kill against a target operating deep inside hostile airspace, demonstrating the formidable reach of India's integrated air defense network. ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ฅ
#IAF#S400#OperationSindoor
India successfully concludes the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi! ๐ฎ๐ณ The landmark gathering at Bharat Mandapam ended with the unanimous adoption of the New Delhi Declaration, focusing on AI governance, nuclear safety, multilateral reforms, and Global South priorities.
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India is using the BRICS summit not just for multilateral discussions, but also to deepen key bilateral partnerships.
AI, space, critical minerals, defence, semiconductors and connectivity are all on the table.
A significant diplomatic push by New Delhi. ๐ฎ๐ณ
#India#BRICS
Russia says Europe rejected long-term Russian gas deals in favour of market pricing โ and is now facing much higher energy costs.
Energy has become one of the biggest pressure points in the RussiaโEurope relationship.
#Russia#Europe#Energy#Geopolitics#Putin
Indiaโs talks with the UAE, Ethiopia and Malaysia covered AI, critical minerals, defence, semiconductors, infrastructure and connectivity.
This is how strategic partnerships are taking shape. ๐ฎ๐ณ
#BRICS#India#Geopolitics
Major diplomatic win in New Delhi! ๐ฎ๐ณ BRICS member states achieve full consensus on the "New Delhi Declaration" after late-night marathon talks. The joint statement bridges key regional divides and condemns all forms of unprovoked aggression through dialogue and diplomacy.
Putting people at the heart of global trade! ๐ข At the BRICS Summit, India advocates for a global safety net for maritime workersโproposing emergency assistance, evacuations, and family notifications for those maintaining vital supply routes. ๐โ
โ#BRICS2026#SeafarersFirst
India and Ethiopia strengthen strategic ties on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi! Bilateral talks focused on economic cooperation, defense, and vital maritime security across the Red Sea and Horn of Africa. ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ช๐น
#BRICS2026#IndiaEthiopia#GlobalSouth
China and India arrange a high-level bilateral meeting between President Xi Jinping and Indian leadership on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit. Beijing signals a push for "good-neighbourliness," emphasizing strategic communication and managing differences. ๐ฎ๐ณ๐จ๐ณ
#BRICS2026
Direct flights between India and China expand further! China Southern Airlines will restart daily Guangzhou-Delhi flights on September 21 after a 6-year pause, boosting business, trade, and regional connectivity. โ๏ธ๐
โ#AviationNews#IndiaChina#Guangzhou#NewDelhi#GlobalTravel
The 18th BRICS Summit kicks off at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi! A special cultural gesture highlighted high-level talks as Russian President Vladimir Putin was presented with a Russian translation of the Thirukkuralโsymbolizing timeless wisdom across borders. ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ท๐บ
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Surging to unprecedented heights! ๐ฐ Driven by RBI's concessional forex swap programs and non-resident Indian deposit schemes, Indiaโs foreign exchange reserves hit a lifetime record of $785.71 billionโboosting currency stability and economic resilience. ๐ฎ๐ณ๐ก๏ธ
#RBI#Forex