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India does not grow at anybody’s cost; it grows with and for the world: PM Modi

India does not grow at anybody’s expense; instead, it grows with the world and for the world, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in New Delhi on Tuesday (October 13, 2026), underlining India as a steady and trusted pillar for the globe.

“Whenever the world requires a steady pillar, India comprehends its responsibility and extends a hand in support,” said Mr. Modi, emphasising, “We do not grow at anyone’s cost; we grow with the world and for the world.” In his address, the Prime Minister also said that reforms being undertaken in India were not driven by compulsion but conviction.

MDR charges on UPI payments will be implemented post-Diwali, says NPCI

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) announced on Tuesday (October 13, 2026) that the proposed Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on person-to-merchant UPI payments will be implemented after Diwali. NPCI said, “UPI and Services Steering Committee on Tuesday (October 13, 2026) decided that, keeping in mind the festive season, the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on select Person-to-Merchant (P2M) UPI transactions shall be implemented post-Diwali immediately on a date to be notified separately.”

BIMSTEC meeting: India never believes in attacking, establishing supremacy over any country, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on Tuesday (October 13, 2026), held his first-ever Home Ministers/Home Secretary-level talks among the BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) countries. Mr. Shah said, “India has never believed in attacking or establishing supremacy over any country.”

Addressing the BIMSTEC meeting, Mr. Shah said “India has always believed in sovereignty and peaceful resolutions to any dispute. We are committed to cooperate and face challenges emanating from International terrorism, organised crime and narco-trade.”

RBI to continue efforts to curb rupee volatility; external factors driving currency fall: Nirmala Sitharaman

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday (October 13, 2026) said the RBI will continue its efforts to prevent excessive volatility in the Rupee, which has depreciated “very significantly” over the past year and a half. She said the Rupee has reached a low against the U.S. dollar mainly due to global uncertainties, even though India’s macro-economic fundamentals, including forex reserves, are strong and the regulator RBI is ensuring that the domestic currency stays stable. “I am sure there are efforts which the RBI would take further to make sure that Rupee doesn’t become too volatile,” Ms. Sitharaman said at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum 2026.

Over a dozen children dead after boat capsizes in Bihar’s Vaishali

At least 13 children died after a boat capsized in the Ganga River in Vaishali district of Bihar, under Raghopur police station area on Tuesday (October 13, 2026) night. The boat was ferrying villagers to another village, where they were to attend a feast.

Modi speaks to Carney, says India and Canada contribute to stable, prosperous world

India and Canada are together contributing to a “more stable and prosperous world”, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi after a call with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, during which they agreed to conclude a trade agreement soon.

Pope Leo has lung cancer, lower lobe of right lung removed: Vatican

Pope Leo XIV’s surgery confirmed that he has lung cancer, and he had the lower lobe of his right lung removed, the Vatican said Tuesday. The tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin after the surgery. It said the diagnosis had been suspected by preoperative tests and was confirmed during surgery.

Saudi coalition strikes Yemen oil sites after Houthi attacks

The Saudi-led coalition battling the Iran-backed Houthis struck oil sites across western Yemen on Tuesday, including in the capital Sanaa, in response to the deadliest attack on the Kingdom’s soil in years. Blasts were heard shortly after in Saudi capital Riyadh and at an oil giant Aramco facility in eastern Saudi Arabia, witnesses and journalists told AFP.

Champions League: Atletico defeats struggling Manchester United

Atletico Madrid eased to a 2-0 win over Manchester United in the Champions League on Tuesday (October 13, 2026) to pile pressure on Red Devils coach Michael Carrick.

Response to allegations of illegal detention, clampdown ready, but needs fine-tuning: Government

The Union government informed the Supreme Court on Tuesday (October 13, 2026) that its response to petitions alleging illegal detentions, shutdown of public and rail transport, including Metro service, in Delhi on October 10 is “ready” but needs more fine-tuning.

A three-judge Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant extended the time for the government to file the reply affidavit by Thursday (October 15). Multiple petitions, including ones seeking contempt proceedings, were adjourned to October 15, 2026 as one of the judges on the Bench was unwell. The Bench rose for the day shortly thereafter. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, for the Centre, said he had gone through the prepared affidavit. It was final, but he wanted to make it “more comprehensive”.