Sep 2, 2026
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India
The latest stories and developments from across India, covering politics, technology, business, society and events that matter.
Sep 1, 2026
Maharashtra FDA Raid Finds Fake Expiry Dates on Branded Food Exports in Navi Mumbai
A Maharashtra FDA and police investigation in Navi Mumbai found branded packaged foods with erased expiry dates and altered nutrition labels being prepared for export. Here is what authorities found, what the case does and does not allege, and why it matters for food safety and supply-chain oversight.
Sep 1, 2026
India GDP Grows 7.8% in Q1 FY27: What Drove the Surprise and What Comes Next
India’s economy grew 7.8% in the April-June quarter of FY27, beating forecasts as manufacturing, services, consumption and investment stayed strong. Here is what drove the surprise and the risks ahead.
Aug 31, 2026
India Makes Indian Standard Time Mandatory: What the New IST Rules Mean for Banks, Telecom and Digital Services
India has notified new rules making Indian Standard Time the common reference for official, legal and commercial systems. Here is what the 180-day transition means for banks, payments, telecom networks, transport and other time-sensitive infrastructure.
Aug 29, 2026
FSSAI Proposes Red Warning Labels for High Sugar, Salt and Fat Foods in India
India's food regulator has proposed prominent red front-of-pack warnings for packaged foods high in sugar, salt or fat. Here is what the FSSAI plan would change, which products may be affected and what happens next.
Aug 28, 2026
India Plans to Buy Javelin Anti-Tank Missiles From US: What the Deal Means
India plans to acquire the US-made Javelin anti-tank missile system. Here is what is known about the proposed purchase, the weapon’s capabilities and what it could mean for India’s military modernisation.
Aug 26, 2026
BA, BSc and BCom Degrees Have Weak Job Links, NITI Aayog Says: What Students Should Know
NITI Aayog says India’s generic BA, BSc and BCom degrees often have weak links to jobs. Here is what the data actually says, why skilling matters and what students can do differently.
Aug 25, 2026
India Opens DRDO Missile Technologies to Domestic Industry: What the New Transfer Policy Means
India has approved the transfer of DRDO-developed technologies for all conventional missile systems to domestic industry. Here is what changes for defence companies, production capacity, imports and exports.
Aug 25, 2026
New SIM Card Rules in India: What Changed From August 24 and How Many SIMs You Can Have
India is enforcing existing SIM-card limits more strictly from August 24, 2026. Here is how many mobile connections you can have, what happens if you reach the limit, and how to check numbers registered in your name.
Aug 25, 2026
India’s Monsoon Deficit Deepens as El Niño Strengthens: What It Means for Crops and Food Prices
India’s 2026 monsoon remains around 13% below normal, with El Niño strengthening and rainfall sharply uneven across states. Here is what the deficit means for crops, food prices, water and the rest of the season.
Aug 24, 2026