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In a significant shift in trade relations, India on Thursday announced the end of an arrangement allowing the trans-shipment of Bangladeshi export cargo to third countries through Indian ports and airports. This decision comes as a response to a series of trade measures by Bangladesh, including the suspension of yarn imports from India and the closure of three land ports along the India-Bangladesh border.

India has successfully tested its first-ever high-powered laser weapon, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), to shoot down a drone swarm, marking a significant milestone in the country's defense capabilities. This new weapon, which utilizes directed energy to defeat aerial targets, is set to revolutionize modern combat, especially as drone warfare continues to evolve

India has launched Operation Brahma, a large-scale humanitarian relief mission, to assist Myanmar in the aftermath of a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck on Friday, leaving over 1,000 people dead and thousands injured.

A total of 388 Indian nationals have been deported from the United States since January 2025, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh informed the Lok Sabha on Friday. Of these, 333 individuals were sent back to India on three separate military flights in February, while 55 were deported through Panama on commercial flights.

Earthquakes of magnitudes 3.0 to 4.9 have increased in India between 2020 and 2024 compared to the period from 2015 to 2019, Minister of State for Earth Sciences Jitendra Singh informed the Lok Sabha on March 12.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri is scheduled to visit Russia on March 7 for the annual foreign office consultations, where both nations will review their bilateral relationship and discuss key global and regional issues. Misri is also expected to hold meetings with top Russian leadership during his day-long visit, sources familiar with the matter said on Tuesday.

In a first for India, cases of avian influenza (H5N1) have been detected in domestic cats in Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh. However, authorities have confirmed that the cats' owners remain unaffected by the virus.

The top leadership of the European Union (EU) has arrived in India for high-level discussions on an ambitious free trade agreement (FTA) with India, amid concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to impose 25% tariffs on goods from the 27-member bloc.

Odisha: India has successfully conducted the test firing of a first-of-its-kind Naval Anti-Ship Missile (NASM-SR) from Chandipur off the coast of Odisha. The missile, launched from an Indian Navy Seaking helicopter, demonstrated its capability against ship targets, the Defence Ministry confirmed on Tuesday.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar told the Lok Sabha on Thursday that India is open to establishing good relations with Pakistan, similar to its ties with other neighboring countries. However, he emphasized that such relations must be free from terrorism. Jaishankar's remarks came in response to a query about improving India-Pakistan relations during Question Hour.

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has raised concerns over India's declining population growth rate, stating that society will perish if the rate falls below 2.1. Speaking at the ‘Kathale Kul (Clan) Sammelan’ in Nagpur, Bhagwat emphasized the integral role of families, or "kutumb," in sustaining society. He referred to Loksankhya Shastra, a science of population, which indicates that a population growth rate below 2.1 would lead to societal decline.

Canada's Transport Ministry has introduced heightened security screening measures for passengers flying to India, a move aimed at ensuring safety amid growing concerns. The additional security protocols, implemented "out of an abundance of caution," were announced by Transport Minister Anita Anand on Monday. This temporary measure affects all airlines, including Air Canada, which is complying with the new requirements.

In response to the evolving threats posed by drones in modern warfare, India has unveiled the 'Vajra Shot,' a cutting-edge handheld anti-drone gun capable of detecting and disrupting drones at a range of up to four kilometers. This innovative technology was showcased during the 'Swavlamban 2024' seminar organized by the Indian Navy's Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation (NIIO) in Delhi.

A recent viral image detailing a staggering admission fee of ₹55,600 for nursery students has ignited intense debate and criticism regarding the rising cost of education in India. The breakdown of the fees reveals an additional ₹8,400 one-time parent orientation charge, contributing to the growing financial burden faced by parents, particularly in metropolitan areas.