India News Digest
India's cabinet extends senior officials' tenures while the RBI holds rates steady and projects 6.9% GDP growth; Meta apologizes for restricting PM Modi's content as the government implements new citizenship rules.
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RBI Holds Repo Rate; GDP Growth Forecast at 6.9%
The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged while projecting real GDP growth for the current fiscal year at 6.9%, signaling cautious monetary policy amid economic conditions.
India Secures 70% of Crude Oil Imports Outside Strait of Hormuz
The Petroleum Ministry confirmed that India has secured 70% of its crude oil imports from sources outside the Strait of Hormuz, reducing vulnerability to regional supply disruptions.
India's Forex Reserves Hit Three-Month Peak
India's foreign exchange reserves reached a three-month high with the biggest weekly rise in six months, strengthening the rupee amid economic pressures.
India Raises $40 Billion from Diaspora to Support Rupee
India mobilized $40 billion from its diaspora to provide support for the sagging rupee, reflecting efforts to stabilize the currency through external funding.
Government Notifies Revised Citizenship Amendment Rules 2026
The government introduced revised Citizenship (Amendment) Rules 2026, updating provisions related to OCI cardholders and citizenship applications.
Meta Apologizes for Restricting PM Modi's Post
Meta acknowledged an error in restricting Prime Minister Modi's video content and apologized to India, admitting to payments made to boost certain types of content.
Air India Flight Experiences Severe Turbulence
An Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi dropped 300 feet mid-air during severe turbulence, with cabin crew instructing passengers to fasten seat belts amid the incident.
TRAI Unveils Draft Service Quality Norms for Network Slicing
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India released draft service quality norms for network slicing, setting standards for next-generation telecom infrastructure.
India Turns Digital Infrastructure into Soft Power
India is leveraging its digital infrastructure capabilities as a tool for international soft power and influence in the region.
Jamshedpur Withdrawal Throws Indian Football into Chaos
Jamshedpur's withdrawal from the Indian Super League has created significant disruption in Indian professional football, leaving the league structure in uncertainty.
Activist Sonam Wangchuk Claims Protests Weakened PM Modi
Ladakh activist Sonam Wangchuk told the BBC that recent protests, following his hunger strike, have weakened Prime Minister Modi's political position.
India and Pakistan's Rivalry Extends into Space
The 79-year rivalry between India and Pakistan has escalated into space, with both nations developing satellite and space capabilities as part of their strategic competition.
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Cabinet Secretary and Home Secretary Receive One-Year Extensions
India's Cabinet Secretary and Home Secretary have been granted one-year extensions to their tenures, continuing their leadership in key government positions.
Gujarat Bans Analogue Paneer, Cheese, and Butter
Gujarat has implemented a ban on analogue dairy products including paneer, cheese, and butter to protect public health and ensure food safety standards.
Sambhal Violence Deemed 'Planned Conspiracy' by Judicial Commission
A judicial commission report tabled in the assembly concluded that recent violence in Sambhal was a planned conspiracy, raising questions about the incident's origins.
CBI Secures Deportation of Vishakha Rathod from UAE
The Central Bureau of Investigation successfully secured the deportation of Vishakha Rathod from the United Arab Emirates to India for legal proceedings.
Mass Protests Erupt Over Exam Leak in India
India has witnessed mass protests following a major exam leak, highlighting concerns about educational integrity and governance in the country.
Government Considers Land Swap with Myanmar for Border Demarcation
India is exploring a proposal to swap lands with Myanmar to facilitate border demarcation, addressing long-standing boundary issues between the two nations.
India and Lesotho Enhance South-South Cooperation
India and Lesotho reviewed their entire bilateral spectrum to strengthen South-South cooperation, expanding development partnerships between the two nations.