India's Diplomatic Engagements, Economic Reforms, and Key National Developments (September 20, 2025)
September 20, 2025
India has been actively engaged on multiple diplomatic and economic fronts, expressing caution regarding the Saudi-Pakistan defense pact while advancing trade talks with the US and New Zealand. Domestically, significant economic reforms include the notification of new GST tax rates and robust growth in direct tax collections. The nation also faced internal security challenges with an ambush in Manipur and continued developments in Jammu & Kashmir. ISRO is set to launch its 'Vyommitra' humanoid, and social policy changes include eased passport processes for transgender citizens and upcoming modifications to CUET-UG. Internationally, the US announced a substantial fee for H-1B visa applications.