Category: International

The UK-India Infrastructure Bridge (UKIIFB) was formally launched on 12 September 2023, during the 12th India-UK Economic Dialogue. Exchange of Letters in London (2024): The initiative gained momentum in September 2024, with the exchange of letters between NITI Aayog and the City of London Corporation in London, as part of the India-UK partnership to accelerate sustainable infrastructure development. Objective and Vision: The UKIIFB is aimed at unlocking infrastructure investment and Read More …

An Indian Armed Forces contingent has departed to participate in the multilateral joint military exercise ZAPAD 2025, being hosted in Russia. Venue and Schedule The exercise will be held at the Mulino Training Ground in Nizhniy from September 10 to 16, 2025. The seven-day exercise will bring together multiple nations to strengthen security cooperation. Objectives of the Exercise ZAPAD 2025 is designed to: Indian Contingent Details The Indian Army contingent Read More …

India and Israel on 8 September signed a Bilateral Investment Agreement (BIA) in New Delhi, aimed at strengthening economic ties and enhancing cross-border investments. Key Provisions of the Agreement The Agreement seeks to provide greater certainty and protection for investors, while also encouraging mutual trade and investments. It ensures: Balancing Investor Protection and Sovereign Rights While focusing on investor-friendly provisions, the BIA also preserves the State’s regulatory rights. It maintains Read More …

Global tech giant Microsoft on 7 September confirmed that its Azure cloud computing platform experienced increased network delays in parts of the Middle East, caused by “undersea fibre cuts” in the Red Sea. The company did not specify what led to the damage but acknowledged that its network services were affected. Impact on Global Connectivity According to NetBlocks, an internet access monitoring organisation, the outages have degraded internet connectivity in Read More …

India has joined the Health AI Global Regulatory Network (GRN), a Geneva-based independent nonprofit, to strengthen oversight of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. With this, India will collaborate with other nations to share safety protocols and monitor AI performance in clinical settings. Collaboration through ICMR and IndiaAI The Indian Council of Medical Research – National Institute for Research in Digital Health and Data Science (ICMR-NIRDHDS) and IndiaAI will represent the Read More …

Singapore has acknowledged India’s plans to patrol the strategically crucial Malacca Strait, one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes. The matter was discussed during a bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong at Hyderabad House. Five Agreements Signed, Including Green Energy Export The two leaders signed five agreements, notably one enabling the export of green energy from India to Singapore through dedicated ports. This Read More …

The 14th edition of the India–Thailand joint military exercise MAITREE-XIV commenced with an opening ceremony at the Joint Training Node (JTN), Umroi, Meghalaya. The exercise is being conducted from 1st to 14th September 2025. Strengthening Military TiesThe bilateral exercise is part of the ongoing military-to-military exchange programme between India and Thailand. It aims to enhance cooperation, interoperability, and mutual understanding between the Indian Army and the Royal Thai Army. Participation Read More …

An Indian non-profit organisation, Foundation to Educate Girls Globally — popularly known as Educate Girls — has been named a 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Awardee, the Ramon Magsaysay Foundation announced. First Indian Organisation to be Honoured Educate Girls is the first Indian organisation to win the prestigious award, often described as Asia’s Nobel Prize. Work in Rural Education Founded in 2007 by Safeena Husain, the NGO is dedicated to mobilising community Read More …

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Why in News? For the first time ever, India is hosting the 3GPP Radio Access Networks (RAN1–RAN5) Working Group meetings in Whitefield, Bengaluru (25–29 August 2025). Key Highlights About the Event Focus of the Meetings About 3GPP Role of TSDSI Significance for India

At the invitation of the Prime Minister of Japan, Mr. Ishiba Shigeru, Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, paid an Official Working Visit to Japan on 29–30 August 2025 for the 15th India–Japan Annual Summit. Joint Vision for the Next Decade The two leaders adopted a Joint Vision for the Next Decade, charting whole-of-nation efforts across eight pillars: Boosting Defense and Security Cooperation A Joint Declaration on Security Cooperation Read More …

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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is preparing to place significant orders for Rampage air-to-ground missiles from Israel. The move comes after the missile’s successful operational use and proven integration with India’s frontline fighter fleet. Fleet Integration The missile, referred to in IAF service as High Speed Low Drag (HSLD) Mark-2, has already been integrated with: Combat Proven The Rampage missile demonstrated its effectiveness during Operation Sindoor, when Su-30 MKIs used Read More …