INDIA THIS WEEK https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html Trump plans to sign Russia sanctions bill after Congress approval, says White House official India must safeguard Red Sea energy supply lines while avoiding Houthi friction, says ex-diplomat V.B. Soni MEA updates validity norms for children under 15, revises application fees India pushes back on US energy security stance after Congress tariff vote, envoy Kwatra says sourcing reflects “fundamental national responsibility” EAM Jaishankar, Bhutan PM Tobgay launch Phase II of international UPI for Bhutanese visitors to India US State Department extends visa ban for Palestinian officials over noncompliance ahead of UNGA Amid US-China tech race, Trump officials weigh AI bosses meeting on sidelines of Xi visit Several US lawmakers who opposed Russia sanctions bill say it gives Trump “incredibly broad” tariff powers “Can’t afford to ignore their concerns”: UN secretary-general reiterates international cooperation to make AI safe amid slowdown calls US International Development Finance Corporation announces more than $8 billion in investments to fuel American economic, national security interests Shredded tents, destroyed jet: Images reveal hidden scale of Iranian strikes on US Gulf bases US forces sink floating refueling station; SOUTHCOM claims vessel supported Los Choneros drug trafficking US-Canada trade war heats up as Trump signs memorandum to exclude Canadian products from federal procurement Iranian missiles, drones strike US-contracted vessel near Strait of Hormuz: Report India’s Underlying Inflation Pressures Rising Despite Softer YoY Core Reading: Report Indian-origin nurse Agimol Pradeep from UK wins global nursing award India This Week~September 18, 2026 Scientist Sethuraman Panchanathan Becomes First Indian-American to Receive NAE’s Bueche Award Canada moves closer to EU, formally applies to join 10-nation UK-led defense club CPI inflation in August at 4.82% YoY led by food inflation Amazon Now Crosses USD 1 Billion in Annualized Gross Sales in India PM Modi, President Xi Agreed to Properly Handle Disputes to Safeguard Peace, Reached Consensus That India and China Should Be Partners: Chinese Envoy “India Destined to Rise”: Jaishankar Outlines Six Key Areas of Focus for Indian Diplomacy “Major Success”: MEA Hails More Than 50 Successful Outcomes During India’s BRICS Chairship India-US to Strengthen Interoperability as Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 Kicks Off India Dispatches 10 Tons of Antiretroviral Medicines to Support Botswana’s HIV/AIDS Response Accenture to Pay $25 Million to Settle US Claims Over Alleged Employment Discrimination US Senate Amendment Mandates 100% Secondary Tariffs on Top Five Russian Oil Importers, Including India 13 Indians Rescued, Search Operations Underway for 1 Missing National: India Reiterates Safe Navigation in International Waters After MT El Gaia Attack UNHRC Session: India’s Water-Security Model Can Inspire Other Nations, Says GIWEH Director General US Federal Judge Blocks DHS Rule Restricting Visas for Foreign Students, Researchers and Journalists Nepal: Chilime Tunnel Rescue Closer to Breakthrough, but Final 50 Meters Remain Challenging Canada removes 111 people linked to organized crime in crackdown on extortion U.S. imposes fresh sanctions on Russia’s VTB Bank over alleged ties to Iran BrahMos important aspect of India-Philippines defense ties: Philippine Foreign Secretary Is the 2020s China’s decade? “At a watershed moment for AI”: UN rights chief urges urgent global AI governance, warns of human rights risks ‘Vessel attacked by Iran twice’: U.S. rejects IRGC claim that Panama-flagged tanker hit naval mine in Hormuz India, South American bloc MERCOSUR announce plan to expand trade pact Auckland: India, New Zealand naval chiefs discuss maiden bilateral exercise in 2027 IAF team bids farewell to Egypt after breathtaking aerial displays at El Alamein Banks cannot impose charges on UPI payments up to Rs. 2,000: Govt. Quad concludes tabletop exercise in Tokyo to advance Indo-Pacific logistics network Indian industry, UK join forces to combat digital fraud COAS General Dhiraj Seth discusses deepening military cooperation, expanding training engagements during visit to Russia “WHOEVER WINS AI, WINS!”: Trump says “sick conspiracy” against data centers benefits China U.S., Brazil look to India to drive Direct-to-Mobile’s next phase at IBC 2026 Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim holds talks with Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan Indian citizens with select valid visas eligible for 30-day visa-free stay in Uzbekistan: Indian Embassy Dassault Systèmes eyes bigger India semiconductor role, plans potential new investments: Senior Director Shree Harsha