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Pakistan's Fatah-3 missile test sparks debate, potentially challenging India's BrahMos dominance in precision strikes. Analysts question if it's a Pakistani leap or Chinese hardware, highlighting China's growing military influence. Operation Sindoor showcased India's advanced capabilities, underscoring the importance of integrated systems beyond just missile technology.

China has for the first time publicly acknowledged providing on-ground technical assistance to Pakistan during India's Operation Sindoor last year. Chinese engineers from AVIC's Chengdu Aircraft Design and Research Institute were involved in ensuring Pakistani aircraft operated at full combat capability. This marks the first official indication of direct Chinese personnel involvement in supporting Pakistani military operations during the conflict.

Defence minister Rajnath Singh issued a stern warning to Pakistan, stating that any attempt to create trouble would be met with a strong response. He highlighted India's enhanced military strength and its shift from import dependence to becoming a defence exporter. Singh's remarks come a year after the Pahalgam terror attack.

Oil prices saw a slight dip after Wednesday's surge, as stalled Iran-US peace talks and ongoing shipping route restrictions, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, kept markets on edge. Iran's seizure of two ships and US interception of tankers highlight escalating tensions. Despite record US energy exports, domestic crude inventories unexpectedly rose, while fuel stocks declined.

Pakistan has halted a $1.5 billion weapons and fighter jet deal with Sudan following Saudi Arabia's request to terminate the arrangement and withdraw financing. This development occurs amidst Sudan's ongoing conflict and intensifies regional rivalries, with Saudi Arabia previously brokering the deal.

US & Iran are taking a high-risk gamble over Hormuz. With doubts hanging over a scheduled second round of talks today, there are three ways this can go. Return to direct conflict. Iran negotiating under pressure. Or a prolonged stalemate

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman assured that India will maintain fiscal prudence while shielding citizens from rising global crude oil prices. She highlighted India's stable fuel prices compared to other nations, dismissing lockdown rumors as baseless and aimed at creating fear. The government has reduced excise duty on petrol and diesel to protect consumers.

Far-right activist Laura Loomer apologised for "anti-India" social media posts after facing backlash for racist remarks. While she expressed regret for offending people, Loomer stood firm on her opposition to the H-1B visa program, citing a need to protect American workers. She also criticized Pakistan, accusing it of supporting extremist networks.

Amidst heightened tensions following a terrorist attack, India is reportedly considering a complete ban on direct and indirect trade with Pakistan. Concerns have arisen over $500 million worth of Pakistani goods, including dry fruits and chemicals, entering India via countries like the UAE and Sri Lanka.

The onion-spurred price rise in Pakistan has resulted in Pakistan government slowing down exports to India.

Pakistani cement exporters are understandably excited, targeting a 6-million annual sale of cement to India.

Pakistani authorities stopped onion exports via Wagah on Wednesday, ostensibly to control surging prices in markets across the country.

The Pakistani mango that has been winning the battle of taste in the European market against its Indian counterpart will this season sweeten the relations between the two neighbours.

China has begun importing Pakistani mangoes with the first major shipment leaving Karachi recently, reports quoting an exporter in Pakistan said.

An unusual battle over vegetables marks the newest phase of the cold war between India and Pakistan on the Wagah border. For India, the struggle has meant a ding-dong battle over the price of onions; for Pakistan it is tomatoes.

In Pakistan, cotton prices have firmed up since supply from India has ceased, and even consignments booked earlier too will not reach Pakistan now.

Russia has warned Pakistan that it would ban rice imports again if Moscow's phytosanitary concerns are not addressed in future consignments after a quarantine organism was detected in the rice consignment. The warning came after Russia's Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance (FSVPS) issued a notification regarding violations of international and Russian phytosanitary requirements over a shipment of rice imported from Pakistan.

The Indian Agricultural Research Institute has accused Pakistani rice farmers of illegally cultivating, showcasing and selling superior-quality, Indian strains of basmati rice on Pakistani soil. This follows a long-standing conflict between India and Pakistan on the origins and export of the fragrant food grain

KARACHI: India plans to triple tea sales to Pakistan by December to 10 million kg by offering internationally competitive prices, tea exporters said on Monday.

Following the Pahalgam attack, India has banned all imports from Pakistan, including indirect routes via intermediary nations, postal services, and vessels. This action, triggered by national security concerns, aims to prevent Pakistani goods from entering India through circumvention.

The recent visit of a high-level delegation from the Indian gems and jewellery industry to Pakistan has brightened the prospects of Surat’s diamantaires exporting to the neighbouring country.

South Asia faces starkly different fuel price realities amid Middle East conflict. India maintains stable petrol prices, leveraging strategic reserves and Russian crude. Pakistan, however, has seen a steep hike, passing global cost surges to consumers. Bangladesh grapples with supply disruptions and rationing, seeking alternative sources like India for diesel.

Pakistan's former finance minister and renowned economist Dr Hafeez Pasha has asked authorities in his country to remove barriers in India-Pakistan trade and give trade incentives to India to create competition with China.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, India's ban on ships carrying goods from or to Pakistan has significantly disrupted Pakistani trade. This ban, effective May 2025, has led to increased freight charges and longer shipping times, forcing importers to rely on feeder vessels. Indian agencies are actively enforcing the ban, seizing falsely declared Pakistani goods routed through third countries.

The bilateral business relations between India and Pakistan, mainly in the gems and jewellery sector, are set to strengthen in the coming days.

India has sought permission from Pakistan to export over a million tonnes of wheat through its territory to Afghanistan, a move opposed by the local milling industry which fears losing vast Afghan market due to cheap Indian supplies.