Indian-born entrepreneurs now dominate Forbes' immigrant billionaire list with 12 entries worth over $60 billion combined, surpassing Israel and Taiwan. Their influence was showcased when five Indian-origin CEOs attended Trump's White House tech dinner, representing a fifth of guests. New billionaires include Microsoft's Satya Nadella and Google's Sundar Pichai ($1.1 billion each), plus Palo Alto Networks' Nikesh Arora ($1.4 billion). Jay Chaudhry tops the Indian contingent at $17.9 billion through cloud security firm Zscaler. Investment manager Rajiv Jain made headlines with $4 billion Adani Group bets that grew to $11 billion. Of 125 immigrant billionaires worth $1.3 trillion total, two-thirds built fortunes in technology or finance, reshaping American corporate leadership. (PC: The Telegraph & The Wrap)

Jason Miller, Trump's close confidant and registered foreign agent, met President Trump at the White House amid rising US-India tariff tensions. Miller heads the lobbying firm hired by India's government in April for $1.8 million annually to represent Indian interests in Washington. He shared a White House photo describing a "fantastic week" meeting Trump and others. The timing is significant as US-India trade relations face renewed scrutiny over tariffs and economic strategies. Miller, Trump's former chief media spokesperson from 2016, was initially set for White House communications director but withdrew after personal controversies. India pays his firm $150,000 monthly for strategic counsel and government relations assistance on policy matters before US institutions and stakeholders. (PC: X)

U.S. President Donald Trump recently declared that India and the United States share a “special relationship,” calling Prime Minister Modi “a great leader” and assuring that “there’s nothing to worry about” despite rising trade tensions . In response, PM Modi tweeted that he “deeply appreciate[s] and fully reciprocate[s]” Trump’s sentiments, affirming their “forward-looking Comprehensive and Global Strategic Partnership” . These exchanges come against the backdrop of Trump’s imposition of steep 50% tariffs—initially 25%, later doubled—on Indian goods, as a penalty for New Delhi’s purchase of Russian oil, straining bilateral trade relations.

Peter Navarro, senior trade adviser to ex-President Trump, accused India of “profiteering” from Russian oil imports—claiming New Delhi purchased oil solely to bolster Russia’s war machine and harm U.S. jobs. His post on Elon Musk’s platform X was flagged with a community-driven fact-check, stating India's oil imports were meant for energy security and did not violate sanctions . Navarro reacted by dismissing Musk's community note as “crap” and accused the platform of allowing propaganda. (PC: NDTV)    

US President Donald Trump backtracked on his social media claim that America had "lost India to deepest, darkest China" after posting a photo of Modi, Putin, and Xi Jinping together. During a White House briefing, Trump softened his tone, saying he doesn't believe India is actually lost and maintains friendship with PM Modi despite disappointment over India's Russian oil purchases. Trump imposed 50% tariffs on India due to its energy ties with Moscow but emphasized the "special relationship" between the countries, stating "there's nothing to worry about." His initial remarks followed Modi and Putin's appearance together at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in China, where they displayed visible camaraderie. (PC: Hindustan Times)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed efforts to end the Ukraine war with French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday. Macron briefed Modi on last week's meeting between Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and the 31-country Coalition of the Willing supporting Ukraine against Russia. European leaders increasingly engage Modi due to his close ties with Putin, viewing India as an alternative diplomatic channel amid Trump's peace efforts. European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen emphasized India's crucial role in bringing Russia to end its aggression. Putin acknowledged New Delhi's peace-promoting role at the recent SCO summit in China, where he and Modi displayed clear bonhomie, spending 45 minutes together instead of the planned 15-minute ride. (PC: India Today)

PM Modi and French President Macron had a "very good conversation" discussing bilateral cooperation and global issues, focusing on efforts to end the Ukraine war early. Modi praised progress in India-France ties across defense, technology, and space sectors, reaffirming their strategic partnership under the Horizon 2047 Roadmap. Macron accepted Modi's invitation to India's AI Impact Summit in February 2026. The discussion comes as Macron announced 26 nations pledged Ukraine security guarantees in case of ceasefire, though Trump hasn't committed US support. Meanwhile, Putin warned any foreign troops in Ukraine would be "legitimate targets" and rejected peacekeeping forces, demanding legally binding security guarantees for both Russia and Ukraine in any settlement. (PC: Wikipedia)

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar said PM Modi values the India-US partnership very much. He told reporters that Modi has a good relationship with President Trump but didn't share more details. Trump called India-US ties "very special" and said he and Modi are friends, but he criticized India for buying oil from Russia and put 50% taxes on Indian goods. Modi replied positively, calling the relationship "forward-looking." India's foreign ministry said the partnership is based on shared values and strong people connections. The relationship has survived many changes and focuses on mutual respect, even when there are disagreements. Both countries remain committed to working together despite some tensions over trade and policy differences. (PC: MSN & The Financial Express)

Canada's Finance Department has officially acknowledged for the first time that Khalistani extremist groups operate on Canadian soil and receive financial support through its 2025 Assessment of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risks report. The report classifies Khalistani groups including Babbar Khalsa International and International Sikh Youth Federation as terrorist entities under politically motivated violent extremism. These groups historically maintained extensive fundraising networks through diaspora communities, non-profit organizations, criminal activities, and cryptocurrency abuse. The admission validates India's longstanding concerns about anti-India activities that have strained bilateral relations. Tensions escalated after former PM Justin Trudeau accused India of involvement in Hardeep Singh Nijjar's murder. Relations may improve under new PM Mark Carney, who pledged to address India's concerns, though decisive action remains pending. (PC: Telegraph India)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not attend the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session in New York, scheduled later this month. Instead, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar will represent India and address the UNGA on September 27. This marks a continuation of the practice where Jaishankar has frequently represented India at the forum in recent years. Modi’s absence is attributed to his busy domestic and diplomatic schedule. Jaishankar is expected to highlight India’s stance on global security, multilateral reforms, climate change, counterterrorism, and sustainable development, reinforcing India’s growing international influence. (PC: PTI)