India
India, officially known as the Republic of India, the second most populous country in the world, with over 1.3 billion inhabitants. The capital of India is New Dehli and the country's largest city is Mumbai. India gained independence in 1947 and is a federal republic.
The rare but terrifying risk of pilot murder-suicides in air travel
Cockpit recordings reveal one Air India pilot questioning the other about cutting fuel mid-climb, raising fears a veteran captain deliberately doomed the jet.
U.S. lists group behind Indian Kashmir killings as terrorists
India welcomes U.S. designation as important step on counter-terrorism.
China reacts as Russia floats new geopolitical power bloc with India
Closer cooperation between the nuclear-armed neighbors could pose a challenge to U.S. influence
Japan and India to unveil new bullet train in high-speed rail collaboration
The collaboration would see E10 Shinkansen bullet trains rolled out in both countries at the same time.
China and India's top officials meet amid tensions over Pakistan, border
While India's S. Jaishankar and China's Wang Yi "said the right things," analysts say nothing has changed for the regional rivalry.
FAA, Boeing say fuel switch locks safe after fatal air India crash—report
FAA and Boeing declare fuel switch locks safe after Air India crash killed 260, despite switches flipping to cutoff during flight.
Neighbor intrigued by woman's mysterious artwork on doorway: "what is it?"
Social-media users applauded the woman's "amazing" and "beautiful" unique artwork spotted in the viral social-media post.
China's quiet role in Pakistan's air war with India
Paris says Beijing amplified the narrative that Chinese-made fighter jets outperformed French Rafales in the short-lived conflict.
Thousands gather for Dalai Lama's 90th birthday in India
The Dalai Lama celebrated his 90th birthday in India, announcing plans to reincarnate and hopes to live to 130 amid succession tensions.
Map tracks US Coast Guard missions near China
The U.S. Coast Guard previously told Newsweek that its missions in the western Pacific aim to strengthen maritime governance.
Dalai Lama issues update on succession
The announcement comes after speculation around whether the Dalai Lama might be the last person to hold his role—one that remains a symbol of Tibetan identity.
China issues update on 'complicated' border tensions with India
The country's defense chiefs spoke on the sidelines of a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit on Friday.
Exclusive — India hopes for imminent US trade deal, minister tells Newsweek
Subrahmanyam Jaishankar spoke to Newsweek nearly two months after the most serious conflict in decades between India and nuclear rival Pakistan.
Indian immigrants get break as Senate bill waters down remittance tax
The potential tax on money sent by migrants back home was slashed from five to one percent.
Fireside Chat with Dr. S. Jaishankar
Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar joins Newsweek CEO Dev Pragad at 4 p.m. EST for an exclusive interview on India's global future, covering U.S. relations, multilateralism, terrorism, and more.
Who will be next Dalai Lama? Tibetan leader set to detail succession
The Dalai Lama is expected to outline a framework for identifying his reincarnation this week.
Air India "sabotage" theory under investigation in deadly plane crash
The aviation disaster on June 12 killed 274 people, including 242 on board and dozens more on the ground.
Donald Trump's properties are doing better than ever
Trump's real estate empire has thrived in his second term, driven by a wave of new branded developments in multiple countries.
Indian influencers gain viral fame with repeated crossings of US border
Indian social media is full of content from young men making the treacherous journey to the U.S.-Mexico border — before getting deported and doing it all over.
Sports
How to Watch India vs England: Live Stream Cricket, TV Channel
The final day of the five-day Test match between India and England will take place on Tuesday, setting the stage for a potential classic finish.
India seeks peace Says MP Shashi Tharoor, but would respond to Pakistan
India seeks peace, senior MP Shashi Tharoor tells Newsweek—but he warns it will respond decisively to Pakistan's cross-border attacks
India shuts down schools over birth rate decline
In the state of Goa, 36 government primary schools were shut down in the two academic years leading up to 2024.
Indian prime minister contradicts Trump
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the war with Pakistan had not stopped as a result of Trump's mediation
Air India flight from Ahmedabad to London canceled days after fatal crash
Incident comes five days after the Air India crash in Ahmedabad, when a London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed.
Seven killed as helicopter crashes in India: what to know
The helicopter went down soon after takeoff from the town of Kedarnath in the state of Uttarakhand on Sunday.
Air India plane crash sole survivor on how he escaped
Viswashkumar Ramesh said the emergency exit door broke open as the plane crashed and he was able to escape.
Map shows where Hegseth wants US military on China's doorstep
The U.S. defense chief called the Indo-Pacific the "priority theater" in remarks to lawmakers this week.
Air India Crash: Veteran pilots on what could have gone wrong
While the official investigation is ongoing, preliminary video footage and expert reviews have highlighted several main theories.
List of plane crashes with sole survivor after Ahmedabad Air India disaster
An Air India plane crash has left one survivor, joining a rare list of sole survivors in aviation disasters worldwide.
Air India Plane Crash: 'One survivor' from Flight AI171 carrying 242 people
Air India plane, flight AI171, bound for London with 242 people onboard, crashed as it took off from Ahmedabad airport. Newsweek's live blog is closed.