AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoUS-India Talks: Marco Rubio and S. Jaishankar met in Mumbai as both sides push to finalise a trade deal, which Rubio called “very close.” Rubio said India was making progress diversifying oil supplies. Jaishankar also held a trilateral meeting with Rubio and UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed on energy, connectivity and regional issues. Trade: The India-New Zealand free trade agreement took effect on October 20, giving Indian exports duty-free access and opening new pathways for investment and professional mobility. Manipur Violence: Three people were killed and others injured in an attack on Meitei villagers, prompting protests in Imphal and a review of security by the chief minister. Mumbai Crime: Police arrested three suspects in the shooting targeting actor Tiger Shroff’s car; the case has intensified concerns about security for Bollywood figures. Civil Liberties: UN experts renewed calls for India to protect peaceful protest, citing reports of force against demonstrators and arbitrary detentions.
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