India – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for July 28, 2025

India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on July 28, 2025.

MIL-OSI Australia: Cultural values shape tourists’ view of eco-friendly B&Bs
Source: 28 July 2025 The demand for ‘greener’ bed and breakfast (B&B) accommodation is gaining traction worldwide, but operators should heed cultural differences when marketing their sustainable facilities, according to a new international study. Led by Hong Kong Shue Yan University and the University of South Australia, the survey of 800 people from 37 countries […]

ENG vs IND: Jadeja, Washington pull off epic rescue act as India draw Manchester Test, keep series alive
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) India pulled off a remarkable escape to force a draw in the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford on Sunday, riding on a spirited batting display led by Shubman Gill, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar. Facing a daunting 311-run deficit and reduced to 0/2 early […]

India-UK FTA reflects nation’s growing strength: Piyush Goyal
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday said that the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) reflects the growing strength and global standing of the country. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of a felicitation ceremony here, the Union Minister described the FTA as […]

Vaccines prevented over 2.5 million COVID deaths worldwide: Study
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Vaccines have prevented more than 2.5 million deaths caused by SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind COVID-19, according to a new study. Led by researchers from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Italy, the study found that one COVID-related death was avoided for every 5,400 vaccine […]

PM Modi lauds fish farmer who turned Maoist-hit Gumla into aquaculture hub
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday spotlighted a compelling example of grassroots transformation, sharing a poignant story from Gumla district in Jharkhand — a region once shadowed by Maoist violence that now glows with the promise of peace and livelihood. The Prime Minister narrated the journey […]

Operation Sindoor has instilled new confidence and unity across the nation: PM Modi in Tamil Nadu
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that Operation Sindoor has sent a clear message to the world that India will respond strongly to any threat against its security and sovereignty. Speaking at the historic Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple in Tamil Nadu’s Ariyalur district, the PM said, […]

PM Modi announces statues for Chola kings Rajaraja, Rajendra at Gangaikonda Cholapuram event
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced that grand statues of Chola emperors Rajaraja Chola and Rajendra Chola will be erected in Tamil Nadu to honour their contributions to Indian history and culture. Speaking at a special function at the historic Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple in Tamil […]

MIL-OSI Submissions: There’s enough natural hydrogen in the Earth’s crust to help power the green energy transition
Source: The Conversation – Canada – By Omid Haeri Ardakani, Research scientist at Natural Resources Canada; Andjunct associate professor, University of Calgary Since their formation billions of years ago, the oldest parts of the Earth’s continental rocks have generated natural hydrogen in massive amounts. Some of this hydrogen may have accumulated within accessible traps and […]

Tamil Nadu: PM Modi releases commemorative coin honouring Rajendra Chola I at grand Aadi Thiruvathirai celebration
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday participated in the valedictory celebrations of the Aadi Thiruvathirai festival, marking the birth anniversary of the illustrious Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I, at the historic Gangaikonda Cholapuram in Tamil Nadu’s Ariyalur district. As part of the ceremony, the Prime Minister […]

Aim is to make India a sporting superpower, says PM Modi in ‘Mann Ki Baat’
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared his vision for making India a sporting superpower and praised the Indian contingent for winning nearly 600 medals at the recent World Police and Fire Games. In the 124th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, PM […]

PM Modi lauds Odisha’s devotional singers for awareness campaign against forest fires
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday brought national attention to an environmental awareness campaign against forest fires undertaken by the ‘Radhakrishna Sankirtan Mandali’, a group of devotional singers from Odisha’s Keonjhar district who are spreading the message of conservation through traditional songs and music. The Prime […]

MIL-OSI Russia: Six killed, 29 injured in Hindu temple stampede 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 27 (Xinhua) — At least six people were killed and 29 others injured in […]

PM Modi holds roadshow in Tamil Nadu’s Gangaikonda Cholapuram
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Gangaikonda Cholapuram in Tamil Nadu’s Ariyalur district on Sunday to participate in the valedictory celebrations of the Aadi Thiruvathirai festival, marking the birth anniversary of the legendary Chola emperor Rajendra Chola I. The Prime Minister is scheduled to release a […]

From hills to rivers, PM Modi lauds grassroots efforts powering Swachh Bharat Mission
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the 124th episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, lauded the unwavering spirit of the nation in carrying forward the Swachh Bharat Mission, calling it a shining example of collective will transforming the seemingly impossible into reality. “Sometimes a […]

MIL-OSI USA: Terrorist Designation of The Resistance Front
Source: United States Department of State (2) Marco Rubio, Secretary of State Terrorist Designation of The Resistance Front Press Statement July 17, 2025 Today, the Department of State is adding The Resistance Front (TRF) as a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) and Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT).  TRF, a Lashkar-e-Tayyiba (LeT) front and proxy, claimed […]

Every stone is a witness to a historical event: PM Modi on UNESCO recognition of Maratha forts
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised UNESCO’s recognition of 12 Maratha forts as a World Heritage Site, stating that these forts symbolise India’s history, culture, and dignity. Addressing the 124th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’, the PM urged people to visit […]

PM Modi expresses grief over loss of lives in Mansa Devi stampede, Uttarakhand CM announces ₹2 lakh ex gratia
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed grief over the loss of lives in a stampede at the Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar, where six people were killed after a massive crowd gathered along the stairway route to the popular shrine. Extending condolences to the bereaved […]

PM Modi lauds Mani Maran’s efforts to preserve Tamil palm leaf manuscripts
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the work of Mani Maran, a resident of Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu, for his efforts in preserving and teaching the ancient art of reading Tamil palm leaf manuscripts. Speaking during his monthly radio address ‘Mann Ki Baat’, the Prime […]

PM Modi highlights India’s achievements in space, science in ‘Mann Ki Baat’
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed pride over the recent achievements by Indians in space, science, sports, and culture. Addressing the 124th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi made a special mention of Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, whose recent space […]

Indian Railways boosts connectivity and safety in Jammu & Kashmir with track and coach upgrades
Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Jammu & Kashmir is witnessing a major transformation in its railway infrastructure with the Indian Railways undertaking extensive upgrades in track maintenance and passenger coach facilities. The inauguration of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025, marked a turning point […]