EU and India Seal Historic Free Trade Deal, Signal Strategic Economic Shift

The European Union and India announce a landmark free‑trade agreement to deepen economic and strategic ties. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi and unveil a near‑final pact after nearly two decades of talks, announcing phased tariff eliminations on most chemicals, … Read more

Report: RBI Proposes Linking BRICS Central Bank Digital Currencies for Payments

India’s central bank proposes linking BRICS central bank digital currencies to ease cross‑border payments. The Reserve Bank of India reportedly recommended that a proposal to connect central bank digital currencies ( CBDCs) be placed on the agenda for the 2026 BRICS summit in India, aiming to ease cross‑border trade finance and tourism payments among BRICS … Read more

India Raids Alleged Crypto MLM Empire as $275M Money Laundering Probe Expands Across States

India’s financial crime agency has intensified a sweeping crackdown on an alleged cryptocurrency Ponzi empire, targeting a sprawling fake crypto MLM network accused of draining billions of rupees from investors across multiple northern states. India’s Enforcement Directorate Targets Alleged Crypto Ponzi Network India’s federal money laundering watchdog launched coordinated searches tied to an alleged cryptocurrency … Read more

Balaji Srinivasan Warns Indian Tech Professionals Against US Immigration

Former Coinbase CTO advises Indian tech workers to consider alternatives to U.S. immigration, highlighting opportunities in India, internet economy, and international markets. Balaji Srinivasan published a provocative social media post on X, urging Indian technologists to reconsider immigration to the United States. The post outlines three alternative paths for Indian tech professionals: developing opportunities within … Read more

Coinbase Rebuilds India Crypto Presence With Fresh Onboarding Momentum

Coinbase’s renewed push into India marks a decisive step for its global expansion, reviving user onboarding and signaling confidence in a market still shaped by strict tax rules and evolving regulatory expectations. Coinbase Reopens Access as India’s Crypto Climate Shifts Market conditions continue to evolve for global crypto platforms. Crypto exchange Coinbase reportedly resumed onboarding … Read more

Indian Court Recognizes XRP as Property in Landmark Crypto Ruling

India advanced its crypto future as the Madras High Court ruled that XRP held on Wazirx qualifies as property, a milestone decision that strengthens investor protection, validates digital ownership, and propels India toward clearer cryptocurrency regulation. Indian High Court Ruling Recognizes Cryptocurrency as Property in XRP Case India advanced its legal recognition of digital assets … Read more

Wazirx Resumes Trading With 30-Day Zero Fees and Phased Token Rollout

Wazirx will resume trading on Oct. 24 after a lengthy pause, introducing a phased token rollout and a 30-day zero-fee offer as part of its system overhaul focused on stability, liquidity, and enhanced security measures. Wazirx Resumes Trading Oct. 24 After Long Pause and System Overhaul Indian crypto exchange Wazirx announced on Oct. 23 that … Read more

India Freezes $271M in Crypto as Forex Web Unravels Across Global Payment Loops

Indian authorities have unleashed a major financial strike, freezing crypto assets worth thousands of crores linked to illegal forex and crypto trades, as the dragnet tightens on global networks funneling funds through shell firms and offshore channels. India Freezes $271M in Crypto Amid Crackdown on Illegal Forex Trading India’s financial authorities have taken fresh action … Read more

Russia Hits 95% De-Dollarization in Settlements With China and India

Russia’s accelerating shift away from the U.S. dollar is shaking up global finance, with nearly all trade between Moscow, China, and India now conducted in national currencies—reshaping energy markets and propelling a new era of multipolar economic power. 95% of Russia’s China and India Trade Now Bypasses Dollar Systems Russia’s increasing pivot toward de-dollarization is … Read more

Wazirx Announces Platform Relaunch Following Court-Backed Recovery Plan

India’s crypto landscape is charging forward as Wazirx hits a critical milestone in its comeback strategy, officially entering recovery mode with a sanctioned scheme that promises restored user access, token distributions, and a platform relaunch in just 10 business days. Wazirx Sets Stage for Comeback With Filed Scheme of Arrangement Indian crypto exchange Wazirx announced … Read more