India Report: Modi-Xi Jinping talks reaffirm importance of mutual respect, sensitivity and shared interest

• India says the three principles: mutual respect, mutual sensitivity and mutual interests, to remain the cornerstone of India-China ties following Modi-Xi Jinping talks.
• India condemns Oman coast vessel attack, calls attacks on civilians and commercial shipping unacceptable.
• India to levy 0.4% merchant fee on larger digital payments from 15 October.
• India’s major parties ramp up local campaign planning ahead of Punjab elections.
• Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says defence start-ups are reshaping India’s military capabilities.
• Maratha reservation movement gains momentum as protesters march towards Mumbai.

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