ECONOMY: India’s Exports Surge 20%—Defying Trump’s Trade War

Technicians work with robots on the assembly line in a hi-tech manufacturing hub in IndiaIndia’s exports surged by nearly 20 percent in November 2025, marking the fastest growth in three years despite the escalating US trade war under President Donald Trump. Goods exports reached $38.13 billion, a 19.4 percent rise year-on-year, reversing October’s 11.8 percent decline to $34.38 billion, reported

December 17, 2025
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India, Ethiopia Raise Bilateral Ties To Strategic Partnership During PM Modi’s Visit

India and Ethiopia have elevated their bilateral relations to a strategic partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Addis Ababa.This landmark decision, announced on 16 December 2025, aims to infuse the ties with fresh energy, speed, and depth, as stated by PM Modi during his meeting with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali.PM Modi highlighted the ancient contacts between the

December 17, 2025
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EAM Holds Talks With Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu On Deepening Cooperation In Wide-Ranging Sectors

India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, engaged in high-level discussions in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem on 17 December 2025, underscoring the deepening strategic partnership between India and Israel.His itinerary included key meetings with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Economy and Industry Minister Nir Barkat, and President Isaac Herzog, focusing on expanded

December 17, 2025
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Indian Envoy Vinay Mohan Kwatra Discusses AI, Defence, Trade With US Lawmakers

India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, has conducted a series of high-level meetings with senior Democratic lawmakers in Washington, underscoring the deepening strategic partnership between New Delhi and Washington.These engagements, held over the past weekend, centred on critical areas of mutual interest, including artificial intelligence, defence cooperation, trade, and

December 16, 2025
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‘India Has Witnessed Remarkable Growth Under PM Modi’: King Abdullah-II At India-Jordan Business Forum

King Abdullah II of Jordan has commended the remarkable economic growth India has achieved under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. Speaking at the India-Jordan Business Forum in Amman on 16 December 2025, the King highlighted India’s progress and expressed eagerness to elevate bilateral economic ties.He stated, "Under the great leadership of Prime Minister Modi, India has witnessed great

December 16, 2025
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PM Modi Leaves Jordan For Ethiopia After Landmark Visit, Farewell From Crown Prince Al Hussein

Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed from Jordan for Ethiopia on Tuesday, concluding the first leg of his three-nation tour. Jordan’s Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah-II personally bid farewell to the Prime Minister at the airport in Amman, a gesture that underscored the robust bilateral relations between India and Jordan.The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) highlighted this warm send-off

December 16, 2025
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Afghan Health Minister Arrives In India For First Official Visit

The arrival of Afghanistan’s Minister of Public Health, Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali, in India for his first official visit marks a significant moment in the gradual re-engagement between New Delhi and Kabul under the Taliban administration.The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) publicly welcomed the visit, signalling India’s intent to maintain and deepen sector-specific cooperation with Afghanistan

December 16, 2025
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‘New Impetus And Depth To Our Relations,’ Says PM Modi On India-Jordan Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in high-level discussions with King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein in Amman on Monday, underscoring a commitment to elevate India-Jordan bilateral relations.The meeting, held during Modi’s three-nation tour, highlighted mutual appreciation and a shared vision for deeper cooperation.Modi expressed profound gratitude for the warm reception extended to him and his

December 16, 2025
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Nepal Waives Ban On High-Denomination Indian Currency After Nearly A Decade

Nepal’s Council of Ministers has taken a significant step by lifting the nearly decade-long ban on high-denomination Indian currency notes of ₹200 and ₹500. This decision, announced on 15 December 2025, marks a reversal of restrictions imposed following India’s demonetisation drive in November 2016. Government spokesperson and Minister for Information Technology and Communication, Jagdish

December 16, 2025
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India And Jordan Ink MoUs On Renewables, Digital Tech; Amman Eyes International Solar Alliance Membership

India and Jordan have signed several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to bolster bilateral ties in critical sectors, including renewable energy, water resources, digital transformation, and cultural heritage.This development occurred during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day official visit to Amman, the first leg of his three-nation tour. The agreements underscore a shared commitment to

December 16, 2025
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