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Govt relaxes FDI rules for China, other neighbouring countries

The Union Cabinet has relaxed foreign direct investment rules for neighbouring countries, including China, by amending the 2020 policy that required government approval for such investments, aiming to boost capital inflows while maintaining safeguards in sensitive sectors.

West Asia tension

India evacuates over 52,000 nationals from Gulf as regional tensions escalate

Ministry of External Affairs says more than 32,000 returned on Indian carriers as embassies activate helplines and advisories to ensure safety of Indians across West Asia and the Gulf.

fuel

LPG prices soar as West Asia conflict pushes up energy costs

Domestic cooking gas becomes costlier by ₹60 while commercial cylinders jump ₹115 as government assures adequate fuel stocks despite global supply disruptions.

Karnataka announces ban on social media use for children below 16

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah says the measure aims to curb harmful effects of rising screen exposure among minors amid growing concerns about digital addiction, online safety risks, and excessive mobile phone use.

IRIS Dena sinking puts focus on India’s maritime limits in waters named after it

The US torpedo attack on the Iranian warship IRIS Dena near Sri Lanka has sparked debate about India’s maritime role, highlighting that despite the ocean being named after India, international law limits New Delhi’s control over its waters.

Maharashtra cabinet clears controversial ‘love jihad’ bill targeting forced religious conversions

The proposed Freedom of Religion Bill seeks to curb conversions through marriage, making such cases a cognisable and non-bailable offence if families allege coercion or allurement. The draft law will now be introduced in the state legislature.

Amit Shah unveils ‘Pragati’ and ‘Vikas’ mascots for India’s first digital Census

The Union Home Minister also launched four digital platforms designed to support the country’s first fully digital census exercise, with the nationwide enumeration scheduled to begin in phases ahead of the 2027 population count.

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