India has overtaken the United States to become Bangladesh’s second-largest trading partner, highlighting major shifts in regional trade patterns and strengthening economic connectivity in South Asia. BulletsIn India has officially become Bangladesh’s second-largest trading partner after narrowly surpassing the United States in overall bilateral trade volume during February 2026. According to Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics
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India has overtaken the United States to become Bangladesh’s second-largest trading partner, highlighting major shifts in regional trade patterns and strengthening economic connectivity in South Asia. BulletsIn India has officially become Bangladesh’s second-largest trading partner after narrowly surpassing the United States in overall bilateral trade volume during February 2026. According to Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics
India has notified new fuel standards for ethanol-blended petrol up to E30, expanding the country’s ethanol blending framework and supporting future flex-fuel and cleaner energy initiatives. BulletsIn Bureau of Indian Standards issued new petrol standards for ethanol blends up to E30. Gazette notification was issued on 18 May 2026 and norms became effective from 15
India has notified new fuel standards for ethanol-blended petrol up to E30, expanding the country’s ethanol blending framework and supporting future flex-fuel and cleaner energy initiatives. BulletsIn Bureau of Indian Standards issued new petrol standards for ethanol blends up to E30. Gazette notification was issued on 18 May 2026 and norms became effective from 15
India has approved its first indigenous semi high-speed rail project connecting Ahmedabad and Dholera, aiming to strengthen industrial connectivity and reduce travel time significantly. BulletsIn The Ahmedabad-Sarkhej to Dholera semi high-speed double line rail project received approval with an estimated investment of nearly ₹20,667 crore. The proposed railway corridor will add around 134 kilometres of
India has approved its first indigenous semi high-speed rail project connecting Ahmedabad and Dholera, aiming to strengthen industrial connectivity and reduce travel time significantly. BulletsIn The Ahmedabad-Sarkhej to Dholera semi high-speed double line rail project received approval with an estimated investment of nearly ₹20,667 crore. The proposed railway corridor will add around 134 kilometres of
India launched the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool with sovereign backing to provide maritime risk insurance coverage for Indian vessels operating across international and high-risk sea routes. BulletsIn India launched the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool in New Delhi on 12 May 2026 to strengthen domestic maritime insurance capabilities and shipping security. The insurance pool provides coverage
India launched the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool with sovereign backing to provide maritime risk insurance coverage for Indian vessels operating across international and high-risk sea routes. BulletsIn India launched the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool in New Delhi on 12 May 2026 to strengthen domestic maritime insurance capabilities and shipping security. The insurance pool provides coverage
India will host the first International Big Cat Alliance Summit in New Delhi on 1-2 June 2026, bringing together global leaders, conservationists, and wildlife experts for big cat protection. BulletsIn India will host the first International Big Cat Alliance Summit in New Delhi on 1-2 June 2026 with participation from global leaders and experts. International
India will host the first International Big Cat Alliance Summit in New Delhi on 1-2 June 2026, bringing together global leaders, conservationists, and wildlife experts for big cat protection. BulletsIn India will host the first International Big Cat Alliance Summit in New Delhi on 1-2 June 2026 with participation from global leaders and experts. International
India has introduced its first barrier-free tolling system on NH-48 in Gujarat, marking a major shift towards seamless, technology-driven highway infrastructure and faster digital toll collection. BulletsIn India’s first Multi-Lane Free Flow barrier-free toll plaza has been launched at Chorayasi Toll Plaza on the Surat–Bharuch stretch of NH-48. The MLFF system allows vehicles to cross
India has introduced its first barrier-free tolling system on NH-48 in Gujarat, marking a major shift towards seamless, technology-driven highway infrastructure and faster digital toll collection. BulletsIn India’s first Multi-Lane Free Flow barrier-free toll plaza has been launched at Chorayasi Toll Plaza on the Surat–Bharuch stretch of NH-48. The MLFF system allows vehicles to cross
India successfully conducted the first NASM-SR salvo missile launch from a naval helicopter, strengthening indigenous defence capabilities and enhancing short-range anti-ship warfare readiness. BulletsIn DRDO and Indian Navy jointly completed the maiden salvo launch of NASM-SR from a helicopter platform off Odisha coast in the Bay of Bengal. Two missiles were launched in rapid succession
India successfully conducted the first NASM-SR salvo missile launch from a naval helicopter, strengthening indigenous defence capabilities and enhancing short-range anti-ship warfare readiness. BulletsIn DRDO and Indian Navy jointly completed the maiden salvo launch of NASM-SR from a helicopter platform off Odisha coast in the Bay of Bengal. Two missiles were launched in rapid succession
India has emerged as the fifth-largest defence spender globally in 2025, reflecting rising strategic investments in military modernisation, border security, and advanced defence capabilities amid regional tensions. BulletsIn Stockholm International Peace Research Institute reported that India ranked fifth globally in defence spending in 2025, with total military expenditure reaching $92.1 billion, accounting for 3.2% of
India has emerged as the fifth-largest defence spender globally in 2025, reflecting rising strategic investments in military modernisation, border security, and advanced defence capabilities amid regional tensions. BulletsIn Stockholm International Peace Research Institute reported that India ranked fifth globally in defence spending in 2025, with total military expenditure reaching $92.1 billion, accounting for 3.2% of
India has launched its first official Formula 1 Sim Racing Championship, aiming to connect esports with real motorsport and create new opportunities for emerging racing talent. BulletsIn India has launched its first official Formula 1 sim racing competition, the F1 Sim Racing India Open 2026, in collaboration with Formula 1 and Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited.
India has launched its first official Formula 1 Sim Racing Championship, aiming to connect esports with real motorsport and create new opportunities for emerging racing talent. BulletsIn India has launched its first official Formula 1 sim racing competition, the F1 Sim Racing India Open 2026, in collaboration with Formula 1 and Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited.
India has approved a ₹30 billion currency swap for Maldives under the SAARC framework to support economic stability and strengthen bilateral financial cooperation amid global uncertainties. BulletsIn • India approved a ₹30 billion currency swap facility for Maldives under the SAARC Currency Swap Framework, reinforcing its role as a key financial partner in the region
India has approved a ₹30 billion currency swap for Maldives under the SAARC framework to support economic stability and strengthen bilateral financial cooperation amid global uncertainties. BulletsIn • India approved a ₹30 billion currency swap facility for Maldives under the SAARC Currency Swap Framework, reinforcing its role as a key financial partner in the region
