India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 11, 2025.
MIL-OSI China: China’s Lin advances on three fronts at WTT US Smash
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Chinese paddler Lin Shidong overcame the demands of playing three matches in one day to advance in the men’s singles, men’s doubles and mixed doubles at the World Table Tennis (WTT) United States Smash on Wednesday. Lin had little difficulty in defeating Feng Yi-hsin of Chinese […]
MIL-OSI USA: ICE Del Rio, federal partner investigation results in the sentencing of an illegal alien from Honduras for his role in an alien smuggling conspiracy
Source: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement DEL RIO, Texas – A Honduran national unlawfully residing in the U.S. was sentenced July 9 for his leadership role in a massive alien smuggling conspiracy that spanned three years and involved thousands of aliens from over 11 different countries. The investigation conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s […]
MIL-OSI Canada: B.C., First Nations advance long-term water planning for Nicola watershed
Source: Government of Canada regional news The Province and the Coldwater, Lower Nicola, Nooaitch, Shackan and Upper Nicola Indian Bands (the Nicola 5 First Nations) are taking the next step to protect healthy and abundant water for people, fish and ecosystems in the Nicola watershed. The Nicola watershed, which includes the Nicola River and its […]
MIL-OSI USA: Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs Signs Agreement with Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians
Source: US State of Oregon he Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs has signed a formal agreement with the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians that will provide a framework for collaboration and increased resources dedicated to supporting the Tribe’s veterans in accessing their earned federal and state veterans’ benefits. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed Friday, […]
Khelo Bharat Niti 2025 sets stage for India’s rise as a global sporting powerhouse
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) For generations, sports in India were seen as a pastime squeezed between schoolwork and exams — a hobby on dusty fields rather than a career to aspire to. Limited infrastructure and a societal focus on academics meant few dared to dream of donning the national colours. […]
Indian Navy to induct first indigenous diving support vessel ‘Nistar’ on July 18
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Indian Navy is set to commission its first indigenously designed Diving Support Vessel (DSV) INS Nistar at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam on July 18, in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The vessel, built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited, Visakhapatnam, will be formally inducted […]
FIFA rankings: India men’s football team slips to 133, lowest in nine years
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Indian men’s football team has slipped to its lowest FIFA ranking in nine years, falling six spots to 133rd in the latest update released on Thursday. The drop comes after back-to-back defeats in June — a 0-2 loss to Thailand in a friendly on June […]
MIL-OSI Economics: Secretary-General of ASEAN Meets with the Minister of State for External Affairs of India
Source: ASEAN Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, today held a bilateral meeting with Minister of State for External Affairs of the Republic of India, Pabitra Margherita, on the sidelines of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and Related Meetings in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Both sides exchanged views on the progress of the […]
India’s quick commerce market to triple to Rs 2 lakh crore by FY28: Report
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Indian quick commerce (Q-commerce) market’s gross order value is poised for exponential growth, nearly tripling from an estimated Rs 64,000 crore in FY25 to around Rs 2 lakh crore by FY28, according to a report on Thursday. India’s Q-commerce market is estimated to have reached […]
Indian stock market ends lower ahead of Q1 earnings
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Indian stock market closed in negative territory on Thursday, with investors turning cautious ahead of the first quarter (Q1) earnings season and amid global trade uncertainties. The benchmark Sensex declined by 345.80 points, or 0.41 per cent, to settle at 83,190.28. The 30-share index opened […]
Cleaner, safer, healthier: Eat Right India’s journey to nourish a billion plates
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) With over 12 lakh food handlers trained, hundreds of railway stations and street food hubs certified for hygiene, and lakhs of litres of used cooking oil converted into biodiesel, the Eat Right India initiative continues to reshape the country’s food landscape with its sweeping focus on […]
India sees 4,000% growth in solar capacity, focus on supply chain resilience
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) India’s installed solar capacity has grown by an unprecedented 4,000% over the past decade, taking the country’s total renewable energy capacity to 227 GW. Addressing the 11th India Energy Storage Week (IESW) in the capital on Thursday, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said India […]
MoS Harsh Malhotra inaugurates India Energy Storage Week 2025, highlights roadmap for electric mobility
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Minister of State for Road Transport & Highways and Corporate Affairs, Harsh Malhotra, on Thursday inaugurated a session on India’s Roadmap for Vehicle Electrification at India Energy Storage Week 2025, held at Yashobhoomi, Delhi. In his address, the Minister reiterated Modi Government’s strong commitment to green […]
Heavy rainfall likely to continue over northwest, central India: IMD
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday said that heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely to continue over northwest India for the next 2 to 3 days and over central India for the next 4 to 5 days. According to the latest IMD update, regions […]
Lord’s Test: Archer, Bumrah return as England opt to bat first against India
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) England won the toss and will bat first in the third test against India at Lord’s on Thursday under sunny skies at the home of cricket and conditions that should favour the batsmen. India’s crushing 336-run victory in the second test at Edgbaston levelled the series […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Strong tremors felt in northern India
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News NEW DELHI, July 10 (Xinhua) — Strong tremors were felt in many parts of northern India on […]
India advocates maritime safety and gender inclusivity at 134th IMO Council Session in London
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) India has strongly reiterated its commitment to maritime safety and gender equality during the 134th session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council, currently being held from 07 to 11 July in London. The Indian delegation at the session is led by T.K. Ramachandran, IAS, Secretary, […]
People throng temples across India on occasion of Guru Purnima
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) People across India thronged temples and ashrams on Thursday to celebrate Guru Purnima, a sacred occasion dedicated to honouring spiritual and academic mentors. Marked by deep reverence and spiritual fervour, the day holds a special place in Indian tradition, as it acknowledges the guiding light of […]
MIL-OSI Australia: Australian clean energy innovators showcase solutions in India
Source: Australian Attorney General’s Agencies The latest of the Albanese Labor Government’s new trade and investment missions took place in India this week building on the government’s commitment to create jobs and drive growth through stronger international partnerships. This mission, one of five announced by the Prime Minister in April, will be attended by 30 […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Two Indian Air Force pilots killed in plane crash
Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News NEW DELHI, July 10 (Xinhua) — Two Indian Air Force pilots were killed during a training exercise […]