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Trump's dealmaker claims cause tension between India and US

There is new friction in the India-US relationship after US President Donald Trump claimed he helped broker a ceasefire between India and Pakistan.

25.06.2025 60

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Trump's dealmaker claims cause tension between India and US

There is new friction in the India-US relationship after Washington claimed that it helped broker a ceasefire between India and Pakistan by leveraging...

24.06.2025 50

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Iran-Israel war: Will India need to pick a side?

The escalating conflict in the Middle East presents India with tough choices — balancing energy security, economic stability and its delicate...

24.06.2025 100

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Iran-Israel war: Will India need to pick a side?

The escalating conflict in the Middle East presents India with tough choices — balancing energy security, economic stability and its delicate...

22.06.2025 100

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Air India crash sparks aviation safety debate

The fatal crash of a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner has put the spotlight on air safety in one of the world's fastest growing aviation markets.

15.06.2025 60

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Modi's G7 visit: Can India, Canada reset strained ties?

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's trip to Canada for the G7 summit presents a rare opportunity for high-level bilateral engagement after ties were...

14.06.2025 40

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How India is becoming more vulnerable to extreme weather

A new study in India has shown how extreme weather events are increasing in frequency and affecting quality of life.

11.06.2025 40

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India's air force hampered by aging fleet, delivery delays

Chronic delays in defense procurement are frustrating India's efforts to expand its military fleet, with its top air force commander publicly calling...

08.06.2025 50

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India is reaching for its own world-class AI engine

Despite thousands of AI startups cropping up in India, the nation has yet to produce its own premium AI engine. Why is there no Indian version of...

06.06.2025 60

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India goes on diplomatic offensive after Kashmir attack

New Delhi has sent delegations to dozens of countries to bolster international support for a "zero tolerance" policy on terrorism that India...

27.05.2025 40

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Can India replace China for Apple's iPhones?

Apple has traditionally relied heavily on Chinese factories to make its products. The tech giant is now planning to significantly boost production in...

20.05.2025 30

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Can India help Apple diversify away from China?

Apple has traditionally relied heavily on Chinese factories to make its products. The tech giant is now planning to significantly boost production in...

20.05.2025 40

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India-Pakistan ceasefire 'isn't long-term peace'

Indian and Pakistani diplomats believe that while the new ceasefire deal over Kashmir was welcome, it will take a lot more to address the long-term...

12.05.2025 50

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Kashmir attacks: India, Pakistan vie to control narrative

The Pahalgam attacks have sparked one of the worst crises between India and Pakistan in years. Beyond the simmering conflict on the ground, a battle...

03.05.2025 30

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India boosting Sri Lanka ties amid growing China rivalry

Beijing's rising influence in Sri Lanka and the wider Indian Ocean region has been a major source of concern for New Delhi.

09.04.2025 40

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Sri Lanka: Former 'Tamil Tigers' struggle to reintegrate

Nearly 16 years after Sri Lanka's civil war, former female fighters from the country's northern provinces still have limited opportunities.

05.04.2025 50

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India: Addicted to online betting and fantasy gaming

A surge in the popularity of betting apps and fantasy gaming in India has led to concerns about addiction and financial exploitation. Can anything be...

28.03.2025 10

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With Trudeau gone, can Canada and India patch up relations?

Mark Carney has replaced Justin Trudeau as Canada's prime minister, giving Ottawa and New Delhi a chance to end their diplomatic ice age. But the...

18.03.2025 20

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India: What is hindering permanent peace in Manipur?

Nearly two years after IndIa's northeastern state of Manipur descended into ethnic turmoil, divisions have only deepened despite various government...

16.03.2025 20

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Are India and EU growing closer as global alliances shift?

The European Commission, complete with its chief Ursula von der Leyen, is traveling to India to boost cooperation on security and trade. The visit to...

28.02.2025 30

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Car industry:Tesla eyes India's EV market but hurdles remain

US carmaker Tesla wants to stake its claim in India, but its success hinges on balancing affordability and infrastructure development.

26.02.2025 20

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Tesla eyes India's EV market but hurdles remain

US carmaker Tesla wants to stake its claim in India, but its success hinges on balancing affordability and infrastructure development.

25.02.2025 30

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Russia-Ukraine: Indian recruits share 'frightening' ordeal

Several Indian nationals claim to have been lured to Russia under false pretenses and forced into active combat in Ukraine. DW spoke with some...

13.02.2025 10

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US-deported Indians: 'Devastated after risking everything'

Over 100 Indians were recently deported from the US on a military aircraft as part of the Trump administration's deportation drive. DW spoke with two...

09.02.2025 60

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Indonesia eyes Indian missiles amid China tensions

India's impending sale of supersonic cruise missiles to Indonesia is being perceived as a counterbalance to China's territorial ambitions in the...

04.02.2025 10

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With more Indians studying abroad, safety concerns rise

Indian students represent the largest group of foreign students in the US and Canada, and several recent deaths have prompted warnings from India's...

04.02.2025 10

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With more Indians studying abroad, safety concerns rise

Indian students represent the largest group of foreign students in the US and Canada, and several recent deaths have prompted warnings from India's...

03.02.2025 10

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India: Could Maha Kumbh stampede have been prevented?

After a crowd crush killed dozens of people at the world's largest religious gathering, questions have been raised about security and crowd control at...

30.01.2025 30

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India-Bangladesh visa crisis takes a toll on medical tourism

India has drastically cut back visas for Bangladeshi nationals seeking to travel to the country, affecting students and those seeking medical...

17.01.2025 10

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How increasing India-Bangladesh tension sparked visa crisis

India has drastically cut back visas for Bangladeshi nationals seeking to travel to the country, affecting students and those seeking medical...

17.01.2025 20

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Why India is boosting diplomatic relations with the Taliban

With its first high-level, bilateral engagement with the Taliban regime, New Delhi appears ready to increase ties with Kabul. This would mark a...

11.01.2025 30

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Bengali-speaking Indians caught up in immigration clampdown

Police in Delhi have begun rounding up "illegal immigrants" from Bangladesh, including Bengali-speaking Indians. With regional elections...

10.01.2025 30

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How India became a methamphetamine, cocaine hub

Drug seizures by Indian authorities show a significant increase in drug smuggling and usage in the country. DW explores why more Indian youth are...

07.01.2025 80

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How Bangladesh-Pakistan reconciliation impacts India

The strengthening maritime and military ties between Dhaka and Islamabad are reshaping the security dynamics of South Asia, with major implications...

01.01.2025 10

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India and China's path to lasting border peace

India and China have renewed efforts to normalize relations, emphasizing peace and stability along their contentious border. Fresh talks signal a...

22.12.2024 9

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India: What's behind BJP's 'deep state' charges against US?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party accused the US of trying to destabilize India in its prosecution of billionaire Gautam Adani. Both countries...

18.12.2024 10

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Sri Lanka walks a tightrope between India and China

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is embarking on his first overseas visit to India, navigating a complex geopolitical landscape shaped...

18.12.2024 30

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Why are tensions flaring between India and Bangladesh?

A Bangladeshi consular building was attacked in India as Hindus in Bangladesh say they're being oppressed under the interim government. But the...

05.12.2024 6

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India: Why are young graduates still struggling to get jobs?

India is facing a shortage of skilled workers despite its massive and growing population. Educated young people are most likely to be jobless.

22.11.2024 7

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How will India's PM Modi navigate the Adani firestorm?

US prosecutors have indicted Indian tycoon Gautam Adani in a $250-million bribery scandal over solar power contracts. What does this mean for...

22.11.2024 7

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How will India's PM Modi navigate the Adani firestorm?

US prosecutors have indicted Indian tycoon Gautam Adani in a $250-million bribery scandal over solar power contracts. What does this mean for...

21.11.2024 8

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What's next after India outlaws 'bulldozer justice?'

India's top court has sided with Muslim rights groups in banning the government-ordered destruction of property following communal violence....

19.11.2024 7

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Afghanistan: Is India warming up to Taliban?

While New Delhi does not recognize the Taliban rule in Afghanistan, reports say a Taliban "acting consul" is already in Mumbai. Can India move...

14.11.2024 5

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What does Donald Trump's US election win mean for India?

India's Narendra Modi called Donald Trump "my friend" when congratulating him on his US election win. However, Trump's return to the White House...

08.11.2024 30

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What does Donald Trump's victory mean for India?

Trump's return to the White House presents a complex landscape for India-US ties, ranging from China containment in Indo-Pacific and trade disputes...

07.11.2024 5

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India-China border dispute: Can the peace last?

India and China have reached a deal to de-escalate tensions and withdraw troops from two flashpoints along their disputed border. Despite the...

06.11.2024 5

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Can satellite internet bridge India's digital divide?

As India prepares to expand satellite broadband internet, millions of people living in rural and deprived areas will have more access to e-commerce...

30.10.2024 9

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What's next for China and India as Modi, Xi start over?

At the BRICS summit in Russia, Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping triggered a diplomatic thaw after years of icy relations between India and China. But...

24.10.2024 7

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What's next for China and India as Modi, Xi start over?

While meeting in Russia, Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping triggered a diplomatic thaw after years of icy relations between India and China. But is it...

24.10.2024 4

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Will India extradite Sheikh Hasina to Bangladesh?

New Delhi faces pressure from Dhaka after Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal issued an arrest warrant for ousted Prime Minister Sheikh...

22.10.2024 4

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