India News Digest
Security forces faced an attack in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where terrorists opened fire on a CRPF party and injured three people, according to The Times of India.
India Today
Scrutiny of Delhi's deadly smog
The Financial Times asks whether India can clean up Delhi's severe smog. The report's details are not available in the headline summary.
India Moves to Simplify Visa Rules
India has cut visa categories to 9 and shortened application forms by 70%, covering tourism, business and medical treatment. The changes were reported by NDTV and The Hindu.
Moody's Lifts India Growth Forecast
Moody's has raised its India growth forecast, saying the economy is well positioned to sustain near 7% growth, according to Reuters.
Reuters Finds Website Takedowns Over Fake Court Orders
A Reuters investigation found that India ordered website takedowns tied to fake court orders. Police have launched a probe, according to the report.
India Reaches SAFF Championship Semi-Finals
India beat Maldives 1-0 in the SAFF Championship 2026 and advanced to the semi-finals as group toppers. Suhail Bhat's penalty was the decisive moment, according to AIFF and Olympics reports.
Qualcomm Job Cuts in India Reported
Reports differ on the scale of Qualcomm's layoffs in India amid global restructuring: The Times of India reported 1,500 employees affected, while The Hindu reported over 1,000 jobs at risk.
India News
Telangana Missing from Sonia Gandhi's Memoir
A BRS leader has questioned why Telangana is absent from Sonia Gandhi's memoir, according to The Indian Express.
Young Tigress Miscarries Three Foetuses
A young tigress that was captured, injured, released and recaptured has miscarried three foetuses, according to The Indian Express.
Cabinet Clears Rabi Fertiliser Subsidy
The Union Cabinet has cleared a rabi fertiliser subsidy. The Prime Minister said farmers remain the top priority, according to NDTV.
Navi Mumbai Named India's Cleanest City
Navi Mumbai has been named India's cleanest city, ending Indore's run at the top, according to The Times of India.
Vizag and Puri Top Swachh Survekshan 2025-26
Visakhapatnam was named the cleanest city and Puri won among coastal towns in the Swachh Survekshan Awards 2025-26, according to The Indian Express.
India Becomes Third-Largest Arms Exporter to Europe
Defence Secretary statements reported by News On AIR say India has emerged as the third-largest arms exporter to Europe.
Terrorists Fire on CRPF Party in Kulgam
Terrorists opened fire on a CRPF party in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir, injuring three people, according to The Times of India.
India Investigates Alleged AI Scam Involving Library Books
Indian authorities are investigating an alleged AI scam involving public library books in Tamil Nadu, according to a BBC report.
Air India Flight Issues Hijack Alert at Kolkata
An Air India flight issued a hijack alert just before take-off at Kolkata airport, according to NDTV. The headline summary does not include further details.
No Rain Relief for Pollution-Hit Delhi
A weather official has said there will be no rain to relieve pollution in Delhi, dashing hopes for relief, according to NDTV.
Complete Data Could Have Raised Diwali Pollution Average
According to The Times of India, complete data could have raised the average Diwali pollution level by 49%.
Notable quotes
Farmers Always Top Priority — Prime Minister (as quoted in NDTV headline)