India’s Exports Rise 4.8% to $491.8 Billion in April–October Period
India’s total exports, combining merchandise and services, rose over 4.8 per cent to 491.8 billion US dollars during April to October period of current fiscal as compared to same period in last fiscal. According to provisional data released by the Commerce Ministry, merchandise exports grew 0.62 per cent while imports rose 6.37 per cent. A key contributor to this overall momentum has been the consistent rise in non-petroleum exports. During the first seven months of 2025, non-petroleum exports were valued at 219.9 billion US dollars, registering a 3.92 per cent increase. Total imports are estimated at 569.95 billion US dollars, during the same period.
However, country’s merchandise trade deficit widened by 41.68 billion US dollars in October, up from 32.15 billion US dollars in September, driven largely by an increase in gold and silver imports. In October, gold imports registered a growth of 199.2 percent.
Meanwhile, Merchandise exports last month declined by 11.8 per cent to 34.38 billion US dollars on an annual basis. Meanwhile, merchandise imports rose 16.63 per cent to 76.06 billion US dollars during the same period.
PM Modi hails India’s record-breaking performance at Asian Archery Championships 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated India’s Asian Archery Championships 2025 medal winners on Monday for delivering the country’s best-ever result at the tournament, finishing with a total of 10 medals.
India clinched six gold medals, including a historic gold in the men’s individual recurve — the first for the country in 18 years.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Congratulations to our Archery team on their best ever performance at the Asian Archery Championships 2025. They have brought home 10 medals, including 6 Golds. Notable among these was the historic Recurve Men’s Gold after 18 years. At the same time, there were strong showings in individual events and successful Compound title defenses too. This is indeed a very special feat, which will motivate many upcoming athletes.”
Jannik Sinner beats Carlos Alcaraz to retain ATP Finals title before his home fans
The final instalment of the “Sincaraz” rivalry for 2025 went to Jannik Sinner.
The second-ranked Sinner beat top-ranked Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (4), 7-5 for the ATP Finals trophy on Sunday in the sixth meeting this year between the two players who are dominating men’s tennis.
Sinner defended the title before his home Italian fans for only his second victory over Alcaraz this year after also beating the Spaniard in the Wimbledon final.
“It was an incredible season,” Sinner said. “To finish it this way, before my Italian fans, is very special for me.”
Alcaraz had already secured the year-ending No. 1 ranking and was contesting his first final at the event for the year’s top eight players.
Sheikh Hasina sentenced to death by Bangladesh tribunal for 'crimes against humanity'
Bangladesh’s International Crimes Tribunal (ICT-BD) on Monday sentenced deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina to death after finding her guilty of alleged crimes against humanity committed during last year’s student-led agitation that led to the fall of her Awami League government.
The three-member tribunal also delivered its judgment against two of Hasina’s aides — former home minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal and former police chief Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun — over the same charges. Al-Mamun was produced before the tribunal.
The former Bangladesh prime minister was "found guilty on three counts" of preventing justice, ordering the killing of protesters and failing to take measures to stop punitive killings.
DRDO unveils new-generation man-portable AUVs for mine countermeasure missions
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully developed a new generation of Man-portable Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (MP-AUVs) designed to strengthen India’s naval mine countermeasure capabilities. The breakthrough comes from the Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), Visakhapatnam, which led the development of the advanced underwater systems.
The MP-AUV system features multiple compact AUV units equipped with Side Scan Sonar and underwater cameras as primary payloads for real-time detection and classification of mine-like objects. The vehicles leverage onboard deep learning-based target recognition algorithms that enable autonomous classification, significantly reducing operator workload and accelerating mission timelines.
India's 6-KM Sea Lab Could Transform Deep-Ocean Science
India has unveiled an ambitious plan to build the world’s deepest underwater laboratory in the Indian Ocean, a project that could redefine the country’s scientific presence in the deep sea over the next 25 years. Designed to operate at a depth of 6,000 metres, the proposed habitat aims to enable long-duration stays, advanced experimentation, and direct monitoring of one of the least explored regions of the planet.
According to Dr Balaji Ramakrishnan, Director of the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), the journey will begin with a demonstrator module placed at a depth of 500 metres. Three scientists will be able to stay in this initial station for more than 24 hours, as reported by TOI. The facility will include an advanced life-support system and a docking arrangement for deep-sea vehicles. Officials describe the concept as the marine equivalent of the International Space Station.
India becomes world’s 6th largest Patent Filer: Dr Jitendra Singh
Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh today said that India has emerged as the world’s 6th largest patent filer with over 64 thousand patents, out of which more than 55 per cent are by resident Indian innovators. Addressing the Annual Tech Fest in New Delhi, Dr Singh highlighted that the country has climbed up from 81st rank to 38th in the Global Innovation Index. He also lauded the country’s milestones such as Chandrayaan-3, the development of the world’s first DNA vaccine, indigenous antibiotics and others.
Furthermore, the Minister emphasized that in the rapidly transforming India, entrepreneurship, start-ups, skilling, and applied sciences are offering more opportunities than traditional government jobs. He also added that the government has ensured accessible funding, mentorship, and skill development pathways even for those without advanced degrees. The Ministry of Science and Technology informed that during the visit, Dr Singh interacted with students, examined their prototypes, and encouraged them to pursue innovation with confidence and entrepreneurial spirit.
National Press Day Observed Today to Celebrate Free and Responsible Journalism
Today is the National Press Day, observed every year on 16th November to celebrate the role of a free and responsible press. The day commemorates the establishment of the Press Council of India, which began its operations on this day in 1966. Since its inception, the Council has functioned as an independent moral watchdog, working to uphold high standards of journalism and protect the press from external influence and threats.
This year’s theme focuses on safeguarding press credibility amidst rising misinformation, highlighting the growing importance of accurate and ethical reporting. National Press Day serves as a reminder of the crucial role the press plays in strengthening the country’s democracy.
Since its formation, the Press Council of India has worked diligently to uphold press freedom, maintain journalistic standards, and address the challenges confronting the media. The day not only celebrates the achievements of the press but also reinforces the responsibility it bears in building a more informed and transparent society, ensuring that the future of journalism remains strong, free, and responsible.
Piyush Goyal holds 7th India-Canada Ministerial Dialogue on trade and investment in New Delhi
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal chaired a meeting with Canada’s Minister of International Trade, Maninder Sidhu, in New Delhi. In a social media post, Mr Goyal informed that the meeting was part of the 7th India-Canada Ministerial Dialogue on Trade and Investment.
He added that during the meeting, both sides discussed avenues to strengthen bilateral trade, promote investments and deepen cooperation between India and Canada.
Greenland limits foreigners' right to property
Greenland's Parliament has adopted legislation limiting foreigners' right to own property on the vast Arctic island, following mounting interest from U.S. investors in the Danish territory coveted by President Donald Trump.
The text was adopted late Thursday (November 14, 2025) by 21 votes, with six lawmakers abstaining.
Non-Danish citizens and foreign companies will only be allowed to buy property or land-use rights if they have been permanent residents and paid all their taxes in Greenland for the previous two years.