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India-New Zealand FTA Ring-Fences Dairy Sector, No Import Access

December 23, 2025

Export-Only Dairy Processing Allowed, Domestic Farmers Protected

India has firmly safeguarded its domestic dairy sector under the newly concluded India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA), even as it allows a narrowly defined, export-oriented investment window. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal clarified that the agreement does not permit any dairy imports into India, addressing apprehensions raised by farmer organisations and political stakeholders.

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GRSE Delivers Fifth Warship to Indian Navy in 2025

December 23, 2025

Indigenous ASW Craft Anjadip Boosts India’s Coastal Defence Capability

Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) has strengthened India’s maritime preparedness by delivering its fifth warship to the Indian Navy in 2025, underscoring the shipyard’s growing role in indigenous defence production. The latest delivery highlights sustained execution capability and aligns with India’s push for self-reliance in naval shipbuilding.

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Veteran Assamese Actress Ranjana Sharma Bordoloi Passes Away at 80

December 23, 2025

Pioneer of Assamese Cinema Ranjana Sharma Bordoloi Leaves a Rich Cultural Legacy

Veteran Assamese actress Ranjana Sharma Bordoloi, a celebrated name in the golden era of Assamese cinema, passed away in Dibrugarh at the age of 80. Her demise marks the end of a significant chapter in Assam’s cultural history, as she was among the pioneering women who entered films during the 1960s and 1970s, a period when acting was still socially discouraged for women.

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Japan Approves Restart of Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Nuclear Plant After Two Decades

December 23, 2025

Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Revival Signals Shift in Japan’s Post-Fukushima Energy Policy

Japan has taken a decisive step towards reviving nuclear energy with approval to restart the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant, the world’s largest by capacity. The decision marks a significant shift in Japan’s post-Fukushima energy policy, driven by concerns over energy security, rising fuel costs, and climate commitments.

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Supreme Court Advocate Shubham Awasthi Wins 40 Under 40 Lawyer Award 2025

December 23, 2025

Shubham Awasthi Honoured for Legal Excellence and Public Service

Advocate Shubham Awasthi, a practising lawyer at the Supreme Court of India, has been conferred the 40 Under 40 Lawyer Award 2025, recognising his professional excellence, ethical practice, and humanitarian contributions. The honour places him among India’s most promising young legal professionals influencing contemporary legal thought and practice.

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