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UPI Heads to Indonesia: India’s Digital Payments Diplomacy Gets Its Biggest Win Yet

India and Indonesia have agreed to link UPI with Indonesia's QRIS system by end-2026. What it means for trade, tourism and the future of…

News Desk · 23 July 2026, 1:08 AM

Defence

BrahMos Goes to Indonesia: The $630 Million Deal Explained

Indonesia becomes the third foreign buyer of India's BrahMos supersonic cruise missile. What the deal covers, what it's worth, and why it matters.

News Desk · 23 July 2026, 1:07 AM

World

After Khamenei: The Funeral That Filled Tehran and the Succession Question Hanging Over Iran

Ayatollah Khamenei's killing opened the 2026 war; his funeral drew millions. What his death means for Iran's leadership, its doctrine and the region.

News Desk · 23 July 2026, 12:51 AM

India

Australia to Supply Uranium to India: A 12-Year Promise Finally Becomes Commercial Reality

India and Australia concluded a civil nuclear arrangement enabling commercial uranium supply during Modi's 2026 visit. What it means for India's energy security.

News Desk · 23 July 2026, 12:51 AM

India

‘Not a Single Drop’: The Canals and Tunnels Behind India’s Indus Strategy

From the Ranbir Canal expansion to the Chenab-Beas Link Tunnel, the infrastructure projects turning India's Indus Treaty abeyance into facts on the ground.

News Desk · 22 July 2026, 11:52 PM

World

The Other India-UK Deal: How the Double Contribution Convention Helps 75,000 Indian Professionals

The India-UK Double Contribution Convention, in force July 15, exempts Indian workers in the UK from dual social security payments for 5 years. Explained.

News Desk · 22 July 2026, 1:05 AM

Business

CECA Explained: What’s Actually Holding Up the Full India-Australia Trade Deal?

India and Australia agreed to fast-track CECA negotiations during Modi's visit. What the deal covers, what's stuck, and what businesses should expect.

News Desk · 22 July 2026, 1:05 AM

World

Modi in New Zealand: First Indian PM Visit in 40 Years Ends With a Strategic Partnership

PM Modi's Auckland visit — the first by an Indian PM in 40 years — produced 18 outcomes and elevated India-New Zealand ties to…

News Desk · 19 July 2026, 8:03 PM

World

Timeline: How the India-US Tariff War Escalated to 50% — and How It Ended

From April 2025's 26% reciprocal tariff to August's 50% peak and February 2026's deal at 18% — the complete India-US tariff war timeline.

News Desk · 19 July 2026, 1:45 PM

World

BRICS Comes to Delhi: What to Expect From the September 2026 Summit — and Putin’s Return

India hosts the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12-13, 2026, with Putin confirmed to attend. Agenda, stakes and what to watch.

News Desk · 19 July 2026, 1:45 PM