India

India is a diverse country known for its rich culture and vibrant landmarks such as the Taj Mahal, and it will host the Miss World pageant in Telangana from May 31 to June 28, 2025. The nation also continues to face significant health challenges, including having the highest number of people with diabetes globally, with over 212 million cases. Filipino actress Jodi Sta. Maria recently added India to her travel bucket list, sharing her experiences on Instagram and highlighting its cultural richness and spiritual significance.

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Last updated at August 1, 2025.

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Philippines, India to conduct first joint naval patrol

The Philippines aims to expand maritime cooperation with India, according to an official from the Department of Foreign Affairs.
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Philippine, Indian Navies conduct first joint patrol in WPS next week

The Philippine Navy and Indian Navy are set to conduct their first joint maritime cooperative activity in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) next week, according to a statement from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Friday.
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Marcos Jr. visits India for five-day state trip

President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. will embark on a five-day state visit to India from August 4 to 8, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation in defense, trade, and economic relations.
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Philippine women's team in AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 Group A

The Philippine women's football team has been drawn into Group A for the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026, set to take place from March 1 to 21, 2026 in Australia.
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Cuadrat appointed full-time coach, Mico Gutierrez as manager

Carles Cuadrat has been officially appointed as the head coach of the Philippine men's national football team on a full-time basis, succeeding Albert Capellas.
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Philippines sweeps softball tourney, beats Singapore 13–0

The Philippines dominated Thailand with a 15-1 victory on Monday and defeated India 15-0 on Wednesday in the Women's Softball Asia Cup in Xi'an, China, securing their spot in next year's Asian Games.
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Indian Navy ships visit Philippines to boost maritime ties

Four Indian Navy ships will visit the Philippines this month as part of New Delhi's effort to strengthen maritime cooperation with Manila.
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Concio wins 1st Bangkok Summer Intl Chess Open

Filipino International Master Michael Concio Jr. won the premier standard title at the 1st Bangkok Summer International Chess Open in Thailand on Wednesday.
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AirAsia plans up to 150 more planes over decade, focuses on Philippine unit

Low-cost carrier AirAsia plans to purchase up to 150 additional aircraft over the next decade, with a focus on expanding its Philippine unit by adding between 10 to 20 more planes over five years.
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8-year-old Zoji Edoc wins bronze in Junior World Championships boys' 7-8 division

Zoji Edoc, an eight-year-old Filipino golfer from Davao, secured third place in the Junior World Championships boys' 7-8 division on Thursday (Friday Manila time) with a final round score of 78 and a total of 221.
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