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The Indian Consulate in Shanghai hosted FICCI President Anant Goenka and Chinese business leaders to boost bilateral economic cooperation. Consul General Pratik Mathur highlighted India's economic vision and opportunities in advanced manufacturing, green tech, and the digital economy, emphasizing collaboration for mutual growth.

The United States is closing its consulate general in Peshawar due to safety concerns for diplomatic staff and resource allocation. While the physical presence is reduced, the US will maintain engagement with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa through its embassy in Islamabad. This decision follows a wave of unrest in Pakistan.

‘Quiz on Korea 2026’, a global cultural diplomacy initiative by South Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and KBS, will hold its India preliminary round in Pune on June 28, 2026, at the King Sejong Institute. Organized with the consulate general in Mumbai, the quiz tests knowledge of Korean language, culture, history, and society. The winner will represent India at the finals in Korea and receive opportunities to experience Korean culture and heritage sites in Korea.

The consulate general of India in Dubai has issued guidelines for candidates appearing in NEET UG 2026 in the UAE. The exam will be held on May 3 in Dubai and Sharjah in pen-and-paper mode. Entry begins at 9:30 am, with strict cutoff at 12:00 pm. Candidates must carry admit cards, valid ID, and follow dress code rules. Authorities emphasise timely arrival, strict verification, and adherence to official instructions for smooth conduct.

A fire aboard a wooden dhow near the Strait of Hormuz resulted in the death of one Indian sailor and injuries to four others. Seventeen Indian crew members were rescued by a passing vessel. The incident occurred amidst heightened regional tensions, with recent exchanges between Iran and the United States in the vital shipping lane.

Goa is set to host World Portuguese Language Day on May 5 with a special reading session, "Your simple gaze shelters my soul." This event, celebrating the 30th anniversary of the CPLP, will feature students and teachers from across India, highlighting African and Indian literary works.

Arcadia Mayor Eileen Wang has agreed to plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government. She is accused of promoting pro-PRC propaganda and sharing favorable articles without notifying the US government. Wang's attorneys stated she accepts responsibility for past personal mistakes and apologizes to the community.

BJP's Bengal win strengthens PM Modi’s hand in dealing with Bangladesh and with both the great powers – China and the US. Pakistan, too, will be particularly unsettled

The airline extends the service thrice weekly (Wednesday, Friday and Sunday).

Kolkata Police has directed officers to refrain from inspecting vehicles belonging to any consulate general following a protest by the Russian consulate. The mission lodged a formal complaint after its vehicle was reportedly stopped twice last week, citing a breach of diplomatic protocol under the Vienna Convention.