President Droupadi Murmu on Monday conferred the prestigious Padma Awards to 71 distinguished individuals at the Civil Investiture Ceremony held at the Rashtrapati Bhawan’s Durbar Hall.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Monday he was not concerned “at present” about American stores potentially running out of items due to President Donald Trump’s tariffs.

India has finalized a significant deal with France, procuring 26 Rafale-Marine jets for approximately Euro 7 billion. Deliveries are scheduled from mid-2028 to 2030, enhancing the Indian Navy’s capabilities, especially for aircraft carrier operations. This acquisition aims to counter China’s growing naval presence in the Indian Ocean, providing a substantial boost to India’s maritime air power.