भारत India

What changed in India today, and who it changes things for.

• 23 October 2026 · ITBP chief confirms India–China face-offs in Arunachal Pradesh. The border force’s head gave the first official confirmation of face-offs reported since July. The MEA said both sides are using existing mechanisms, and the Opposition asked for a statement in Parliament.
• 20 October 2026 · India–New Zealand free trade agreement comes into force. From 20 October every Indian export enters New Zealand duty-free. India opened about 70 per cent of its tariff lines and kept dairy and other sensitive sectors out.