Stories from New Delhi · India

Taiwanese athlete Dong Bingcheng won two bronze medals at the Asian Weightlifting Championships in India.

Tata Electronics and ASML have finalized a deal in the semiconductor market, potentially altering the balance between China, the US, and India.

Two Indian defense companies have received substantial orders, signaling a boost for the country's defense sector in 2026.

The Netherlands has agreed to elevate its bilateral relationship with India to a strategic partnership. This decision follows wide-ranging discussions between the Prime Ministers of both nations. The agreement aims to strengthen bilateral relations.

A set of 11th-century Chola dynasty plates, taken from modern-day Tamil Nadu, have been formally returned to India. The plates were taken almost 300 years ago. A full investigation has been called for by a Scottish football club.

India is experiencing record power demand of 256 GW, alongside a risk of a $7 billion LPG shortfall. These issues expose 3.4 billion people worldwide to potential consequences.

One Indian state is offering 40,000 rubles for the birth of a third and fourth child.

Pan Yinghua of China secured two silver medals in the 89kg category at the 2026 Asian Weightlifting Championships in India.

India's largest competitive exam has a applicant pool, with 2.3 million candidates vying for only 130,000 positions. Reports indicate widespread cheating scandals are also plaguing the exams. A number of Indian students are passing exams amidst a widespread cheating scandal.

BRICS foreign ministers concluded their meeting in New Delhi without issuing a joint statement. Divisions within the bloc over the Middle East crisis were cited as a reason.