India News Digest
India launched a next-generation navigation satellite aboard a GSLV rocket to strengthen its indigenous GPS system, one of several developments reported across the country today.
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India Launches Next-Gen Navigation Satellite
India's space agency launched a next-generation navigation satellite into orbit on a GSLV rocket. Coverage says the satellite is meant to strengthen the country's indigenous GPS system.
Unbeaten India Reach Commonwealth Kabaddi Final
India advanced to the final of the Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship 2026 without a loss in the tournament. The title clash is against Uganda.
India Orders Sun Pharma to Halt Eye-Care Drug Production
Indian regulators ordered Sun Pharma to stop production of an eye-care drug at one of its plants after quality lapses were identified, according to a Reuters exclusive.
Government Constitutes High-Level Banking Reforms Committee
India has set up a high-level committee to recommend banking reforms, according to Reuters.
Foreign Exchange Reserves Fall for Seventh Straight Week
India's foreign exchange reserves declined for a seventh consecutive week, reaching their lowest level in over two months.
India Cuts U.S. and Russian Oil Imports in September
India reduced crude oil imports from the United States and Russia in September 2026 and shifted purchases toward the UAE, as tariffs and sanctions reshaped the market, according to The Hindu.
World Bank Notes India's Progress on Poverty Reduction
The World Bank said India made remarkable progress in reducing poverty, according to The Hindu.
Amit Shah's Offer to INDIA Bloc Draws Attention
NDTV reports on an offer attributed to Home Minister Amit Shah directed at the INDIA opposition bloc, alongside a reported push for the public impeachment of Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
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Government Says It Can Amend Privacy Act
The Times of India reports that the government has said it can amend or revoke the privacy law if needed.
Ministries Asked to Identify Cases for Withdrawal
The central government has asked ministries to identify cases that can be withdrawn, according to The Times of India.
Six Killed in Helicopter Crash in Uttarakhand
Six people died after a helicopter crashed in Joshimath, Uttarakhand, according to BBC reporting.
J&K Police Bust Terror Financing Syndicate
Police in Jammu and Kashmir busted a terror financing syndicate and arrested 10 people, according to The Times of India.
Social Media Posts Blocked Amid Protests
Social media posts are being shown as unavailable in India during protests, prompting questions about the blocking, according to an explainer in The Hindu.
Air India Extends Saudi Flight Suspension to November 14
Air India and Air India Express extended the suspension of their Saudi Arabia flights until November 14, according to NDTV.
India Pacer Ruled Out of New Zealand ODI Series
An Indian fast bowler has been ruled out of the ODI series against New Zealand, according to ICC reporting.