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Expressing strong support for India's presidency, President Ramaphosa to attend BRICS Summit: SA envoy

IANS | September 7, 2026 5:51 PM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will arrive in New Delhi later this week to attend the BRICS Summit, country's High Commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, said on Monday while highlighting that the top leader's participation demonstrates the African nation's support for India's BRICS chairship.

Exporters can now apply for certificates of origin directly from their business software: Govt

IANS | September 7, 2026 5:30 PM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has introduced an open application programming interface (API) facility for the issuance and verification of certificates of origin (CoO) through the Trade Connect e-Platform for eligible exporters, according to an official statement issued on Monday.

'Adjournment till my retirement’: CJI declines Aravalli panel’s 6-month extension plea, sets Nov 30 deadline

IANS | September 7, 2026 5:25 PM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Monday took a strong exception to the High-Powered Committee (HPC) seeking time till February next year to complete its exercise on the definition and protection of the Aravalli Hills and Ranges, and directed it to submit its final report by November 30.

‘No such issue’: South African envoy rejects reports of him returning home

IANS | September 7, 2026 5:13 PM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) South African High Commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, on Monday dismissed reports suggesting that he had been recalled to his home country, saying he is in India for a four-year diplomatic tenure that runs until the end of 2028.

Adani Power improves ESG performance to 66, maintains ‘Aspiring’ rating

IANS | September 7, 2026 4:56 PM

Ahmedabad, Sep 7 (IANS) Adani Power Ltd (APL), India’s largest private thermal power producer, said on Monday its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance score improved to 66 in the latest assessment by NSE Sustainability, up from 65 previously, while retaining its position ahead of major Indian thermal, mixed-fuel and integrated energy companies.

EAM Jaishankar and Luxembourg's Deputy PM discuss bilateral cooperation, global developments (Ld)

IANS | September 7, 2026 4:37 PM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a meeting with Luxembourg Deputy Prime Minister Xavier Bettel in New Delhi on Monday, discussing bilateral cooperation and global developments.

India reaffirms commitment to deepen multifaceted relationship with Myanmar

IANS | September 7, 2026 4:32 PM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Union Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, on Monday interacted with the visiting Myanmar Parliament delegation led by Chairman of the International Relations Committee, Pwint San, in New Delhi, with discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties.

South Africa envoy says trade with India to get booster shot at BRICS meet (IANS Interview)

IANS | September 7, 2026 4:25 PM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) The bilateral trade between India and South Africa, which is currently worth around $12.5 billion annually, is poised to get a major boost during the BRICS summit, South Africa’s High Commissioner to India, Prof. Anil Sooklal, said on Monday

Calcutta HC quashes arrest warrant against Mahua Moitra

IANS | September 7, 2026 2:58 PM

Kolkata, Sep 7 (IANS) The Calcutta High Court on Monday quashed an arrest warrant issued against the Trinamool Congress's Krishnanagar MP Mahua Moitra by a court in West Bengal's Nadia district.

Air India Express flight returned to Kochi after engine oil pressure warning: Airline

IANS | September 7, 2026 2:58 PM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) An Air India Express aircraft, flying from the Cochin International Airport to Abu Dhabi, returned to the Kerala airport in line with established safety protocols after a problem was detected, the airline clarified on Monday.

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Expressing strong support for India's presidency, President Ramaphosa to attend BRICS Summit: SA envoy

Exporters can now apply for certificates of origin directly from their business software: Govt

'Adjournment till my retirement’: CJI declines Aravalli panel’s 6-month extension plea, sets Nov 30 deadline

‘No such issue’: South African envoy rejects reports of him returning home

Adani Power improves ESG performance to 66, maintains ‘Aspiring’ rating

EAM Jaishankar and Luxembourg's Deputy PM discuss bilateral cooperation, global developments (Ld)

India reaffirms commitment to deepen multifaceted relationship with Myanmar

South Africa envoy says trade with India to get booster shot at BRICS meet (IANS Interview)

Calcutta HC quashes arrest warrant against Mahua Moitra

Air India Express flight returned to Kochi after engine oil pressure warning: Airline

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