UPSC Current Affairs 12 September 2026

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Modi, Pezeshkian Discuss Iran Conflict, Pg1

PM Modi and Iran's President Pezeshkian discussed the Iran-US conflict, emphasizing dialogue, energy security, and freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Modi, Pezeshkian Discuss Iran Conflict, Pg1

PM Modi and Iran's President Pezeshkian discussed the Iran-US conflict, emphasizing dialogue, energy security, and freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.

GS 1: World GeographyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 1: Salient Features of World's Physical Geography

Houthis Seize Yemen’s Entire Red Sea Coast, Pg1

Yemen's Houthis seize entire Red Sea coast and Bab el-Mandeb Strait, gaining control of a vital shipping corridor linking Europe and Asia.

GS 1: World GeographyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 1: Salient Features of World's Physical Geography

Houthis Seize Yemen’s Entire Red Sea Coast, Pg1

Yemen's Houthis seize entire Red Sea coast and Bab el-Mandeb Strait, gaining control of a vital shipping corridor linking Europe and Asia.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Eyes on the road, Pg6

India faces alarming road traffic fatalities despite low vehicular fleet, necessitating comprehensive government strategies beyond individual compliance, including 'Safe System' approach and improved infrastructure.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 3: Disaster ManagementPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Eyes on the road, Pg6

India faces alarming road traffic fatalities despite low vehicular fleet, necessitating comprehensive government strategies beyond individual compliance, including 'Safe System' approach and improved infrastructure.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

A bigger BRICS, shaped by India’s vision, Pg6

India to host landmark BRICS summit, shaping a bigger, more resilient grouping with focus on innovation and sustainability.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

A bigger BRICS, shaped by India’s vision, Pg6

India to host landmark BRICS summit, shaping a bigger, more resilient grouping with focus on innovation and sustainability.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

The BRICS bank — an alternative that wasn’t, Pg6

BRICS financial institutions, NDB and CRA, largely fail to challenge Western-dominated global financial order, operating within existing systems despite rhetoric.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

The BRICS bank — an alternative that wasn’t, Pg6

BRICS financial institutions, NDB and CRA, largely fail to challenge Western-dominated global financial order, operating within existing systems despite rhetoric.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Border discussions, economic ties set to take centre stage, Pg8

PM Modi and President Xi to meet, addressing persistent border tensions at LAC and India's growing trade deficit with China.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Border discussions, economic ties set to take centre stage, Pg8

PM Modi and President Xi to meet, addressing persistent border tensions at LAC and India's growing trade deficit with China.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

BRICS Negotiators Work Late Into Evening To Arrive At A Consensus For ‘Delhi Declaration’, Pg8

BRICS Summit faces deadlock over Delhi Declaration due to Iran-UAE conflict, as India strives for consensus on geopolitical issues.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

BRICS Negotiators Work Late Into Evening To Arrive At A Consensus For ‘Delhi Declaration’, Pg8

BRICS Summit faces deadlock over Delhi Declaration due to Iran-UAE conflict, as India strives for consensus on geopolitical issues.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

BRICS Finance Ministers, Bank Heads Flag ‘Unilateral Imposition’ of Tariffs, Pg9

BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors condemn unilateral tariffs, advocate local currency trade, and push for reform of multilateral lending institutions.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

BRICS Finance Ministers, Bank Heads Flag ‘Unilateral Imposition’ of Tariffs, Pg9

BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors condemn unilateral tariffs, advocate local currency trade, and push for reform of multilateral lending institutions.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India building economic bridges amid rise in global trade barriers, says Modi, Pg9

PM Modi champions India's economic bridge-building amidst rising global trade barriers, as BRICS leaders discuss geopolitical shifts and local currency trade.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India building economic bridges amid rise in global trade barriers, says Modi, Pg9

PM Modi champions India's economic bridge-building amidst rising global trade barriers, as BRICS leaders discuss geopolitical shifts and local currency trade.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

E-commerce firms brought under tighter regulation, Pg10

Union Consumer Affairs Department notifies stringent e-commerce rules, effective 2027, to protect buyers from dark patterns and bundled fees, mandating transparency.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

E-commerce firms brought under tighter regulation, Pg10

Union Consumer Affairs Department notifies stringent e-commerce rules, effective 2027, to protect buyers from dark patterns and bundled fees, mandating transparency.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Iran, Saudi Arabia discuss regional ‘insecurity’ as Yemen fighting flares, Pg12

Iran and Saudi Arabia hold talks on escalating regional insecurity as Yemen conflict intensifies, impacting strategic Red Sea waterways.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Iran, Saudi Arabia discuss regional ‘insecurity’ as Yemen fighting flares, Pg12

Iran and Saudi Arabia hold talks on escalating regional insecurity as Yemen conflict intensifies, impacting strategic Red Sea waterways.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

U.S. proposes ending grace period for H-1B visa holders, Pg12

US proposes ending 60-day H-1B visa grace period, forcing Indian tech workers to leave immediately after job loss, impacting thousands.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Indian Diaspora

U.S. proposes ending grace period for H-1B visa holders, Pg12

US proposes ending 60-day H-1B visa grace period, forcing Indian tech workers to leave immediately after job loss, impacting thousands.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Modi, Putin set BRICS stage: 'Deep shifts', new engines of growth, energy security, Pg1

BRICS leaders discuss global geopolitical shifts, energy security, and new growth engines, challenging Western economic dominance amidst sanctions and trade disputes.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Modi, Putin set BRICS stage: 'Deep shifts', new engines of growth, energy security, Pg1

BRICS leaders discuss global geopolitical shifts, energy security, and new growth engines, challenging Western economic dominance amidst sanctions and trade disputes.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India and EU close to sealing trade deal, await nod from top Council in Brussels, Pg1

European Commission forwards India-EU FTA proposal to Council, signaling imminent signing of largest-ever trade deal, boosting market access and reducing tariffs.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India and EU close to sealing trade deal, await nod from top Council in Brussels, Pg1

European Commission forwards India-EU FTA proposal to Council, signaling imminent signing of largest-ever trade deal, boosting market access and reducing tariffs.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

As India probes origin of 5 baby orangutans, Indonesia prepares ground for repatriation, Pg1

India probes five rescued baby orangutans' origin; Indonesia prepares repatriation, citing CITES and transnational wildlife trafficking concerns.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

As India probes origin of 5 baby orangutans, Indonesia prepares ground for repatriation, Pg1

India probes five rescued baby orangutans' origin; Indonesia prepares repatriation, citing CITES and transnational wildlife trafficking concerns.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

AI Cancer Screening Among 37 Innovations On Display, Pg8

India showcases 37 deep-tech innovations, including AI cancer screening and floating solar PV, at the BRICS 'Bharat Innovates' exposition for global collaboration.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

AI Cancer Screening Among 37 Innovations On Display, Pg8

India showcases 37 deep-tech innovations, including AI cancer screening and floating solar PV, at the BRICS 'Bharat Innovates' exposition for global collaboration.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive Growth

On women-led businesses, Iran and UAE are on the same page, Pg8

BRICS nations, including Iran and UAE, unite to empower women-led businesses, fostering economic resilience and integration amidst global uncertainties.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive Growth

On women-led businesses, Iran and UAE are on the same page, Pg8

BRICS nations, including Iran and UAE, unite to empower women-led businesses, fostering economic resilience and integration amidst global uncertainties.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 1: Art & CultureGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Vibrant events and infra development: Why more tourists now pick Ladakh, Pg9

Ladakh witnesses over 4.5 lakh tourists in eight months, exceeding last year's total, driven by vibrant festivals, infrastructure development, and domestic tourism push.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 1: Art & CultureGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Vibrant events and infra development: Why more tourists now pick Ladakh, Pg9

Ladakh witnesses over 4.5 lakh tourists in eight months, exceeding last year's total, driven by vibrant festivals, infrastructure development, and domestic tourism push.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

At BRICS, keep difficult conversations alive, Pg10

India navigates complex global order at 18th BRICS Summit, aiming to foster resilient supply chains and strategic autonomy amidst geopolitical shifts.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

At BRICS, keep difficult conversations alive, Pg10

India navigates complex global order at 18th BRICS Summit, aiming to foster resilient supply chains and strategic autonomy amidst geopolitical shifts.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

AI governance architecture must include its largest stakeholders, Pg10

Article advocates for an International Institute for Regulatory Development (IIRD) to govern AI, finance, and climate risks, ensuring emerging markets' representation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelims

AI governance architecture must include its largest stakeholders, Pg10

Article advocates for an International Institute for Regulatory Development (IIRD) to govern AI, finance, and climate risks, ensuring emerging markets' representation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

For Bihar flood problem, solution lies beyond, Pg10

Bihar's persistent floods, despite rainfall deficit, stem from complex river dynamics, Farakka Barrage, and require inter-state, international coordination.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelims

For Bihar flood problem, solution lies beyond, Pg10

Bihar's persistent floods, despite rainfall deficit, stem from complex river dynamics, Farakka Barrage, and require inter-state, international coordination.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

India Climbs to 4th Spot As Forex Reserves Post Record Weekly Gain, Pg13

India's forex reserves surge to record $785.71 billion, overtaking Russia for 4th global spot after unprecedented $44.9 billion weekly gain.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

India Climbs to 4th Spot As Forex Reserves Post Record Weekly Gain, Pg13

India's forex reserves surge to record $785.71 billion, overtaking Russia for 4th global spot after unprecedented $44.9 billion weekly gain.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

FMs, central bank chiefs flag unilateral tariffs, Pg13

BRICS finance ministers and central bank governors flag serious concerns over unilateral tariffs, urging reforms in IMF and World Bank for EMDE representation.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

FMs, central bank chiefs flag unilateral tariffs, Pg13

BRICS finance ministers and central bank governors flag serious concerns over unilateral tariffs, urging reforms in IMF and World Bank for EMDE representation.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Russia widens air war with fresh strikes on Kyiv petrol stations, Pg14

Russia targets Kyiv's gas stations in widened air war, as Ukraine's counter-strikes on refineries force Russia to import fuel.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Russia widens air war with fresh strikes on Kyiv petrol stations, Pg14

Russia targets Kyiv's gas stations in widened air war, as Ukraine's counter-strikes on refineries force Russia to import fuel.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

Looking Up At The Drones, Pg15

Pakistani drones pose an evolving, sophisticated cross-border threat, ferrying narcotics and weapons into Punjab, challenging India's border security and anti-drone measures.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Role of External State and Non State Actors

Looking Up At The Drones, Pg15

Pakistani drones pose an evolving, sophisticated cross-border threat, ferrying narcotics and weapons into Punjab, challenging India's border security and anti-drone measures.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

China and the rest: Grouping's ever-widening economic gap, Pg16

China's overwhelming economic growth creates a widening gap within BRICS, challenging the grouping's original purpose and dynamics.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

China and the rest: Grouping's ever-widening economic gap, Pg16

China's overwhelming economic growth creates a widening gap within BRICS, challenging the grouping's original purpose and dynamics.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

What the recent trajectory of India-China ties means for the summit, Pg16

Chinese President Xi Jinping's BRICS visit to India highlights complex bilateral dynamics amidst persistent border standoffs and a significant trust deficit.

GS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

What the recent trajectory of India-China ties means for the summit, Pg16

Chinese President Xi Jinping's BRICS visit to India highlights complex bilateral dynamics amidst persistent border standoffs and a significant trust deficit.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources

Monsoon Resilience: Captive Mines Delivering Growth

Captive and commercial mines boost India's coal output by 10.10% to 210 MT, demonstrating monsoon resilience and driving economic growth.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources

Monsoon Resilience: Captive Mines Delivering Growth

Captive and commercial mines boost India's coal output by 10.10% to 210 MT, demonstrating monsoon resilience and driving economic growth.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 2026 To Come Into Force From 1st October 2026

New Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 2026, effective October 1, modernizes legal framework for banking records, promoting ease of business.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 2026 To Come Into Force From 1st October 2026

New Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 2026, effective October 1, modernizes legal framework for banking records, promoting ease of business.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) Organizes National Conference on Quality and Safety of Biosimilars: Strengthening India’s Biopharma SHAKTI Vision

IPC hosted a national conference on biosimilar quality and safety, releasing IPRS for Enoxaparin Sodium to boost India's biopharma ecosystem.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) Organizes National Conference on Quality and Safety of Biosimilars: Strengthening India’s Biopharma SHAKTI Vision

IPC hosted a national conference on biosimilar quality and safety, releasing IPRS for Enoxaparin Sodium to boost India's biopharma ecosystem.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Drylands Must Be Reimagined Through Resilient Institutions, Digital Public Infrastructure And Community Action: Secretary, Department Of Land Resources (DoLR)

DoLR Secretary urges reimagining drylands with resilient institutions, digital public infrastructure, and community action for climate-resilient agriculture and rural prosperity.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelims

Drylands Must Be Reimagined Through Resilient Institutions, Digital Public Infrastructure And Community Action: Secretary, Department Of Land Resources (DoLR)

DoLR Secretary urges reimagining drylands with resilient institutions, digital public infrastructure, and community action for climate-resilient agriculture and rural prosperity.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive Growth

Securing Farmers’ Future With Dignity

PM-KMY completes seven years, providing financial security and dignity to 24.96 lakh small and marginal farmers with a ₹3,000 monthly pension.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive Growth

Securing Farmers’ Future With Dignity

PM-KMY completes seven years, providing financial security and dignity to 24.96 lakh small and marginal farmers with a ₹3,000 monthly pension.

News Analysis

Modi, Pezeshkian Discuss Iran Conflict, Pg1

Modi, Pezeshkian Discuss Iran Conflict, Pg1

Houthis Seize Yemen’s Entire Red Sea Coast, Pg1

Houthis Seize Yemen’s Entire Red Sea Coast, Pg1

Eyes on the road, Pg6

Eyes on the road, Pg6

A bigger BRICS, shaped by India’s vision, Pg6

A bigger BRICS, shaped by India’s vision, Pg6

The BRICS bank — an alternative that wasn’t, Pg6

The BRICS bank — an alternative that wasn’t, Pg6

Border discussions, economic ties set to take centre stage, Pg8

Border discussions, economic ties set to take centre stage, Pg8

BRICS Negotiators Work Late Into Evening To Arrive At A Consensus For ‘Delhi Declaration’, Pg8

BRICS Negotiators Work Late Into Evening To Arrive At A Consensus For ‘Delhi Declaration’, Pg8

BRICS Finance Ministers, Bank Heads Flag ‘Unilateral Imposition’ of Tariffs, Pg9

BRICS Finance Ministers, Bank Heads Flag ‘Unilateral Imposition’ of Tariffs, Pg9

India building economic bridges amid rise in global trade barriers, says Modi, Pg9

India building economic bridges amid rise in global trade barriers, says Modi, Pg9

E-commerce firms brought under tighter regulation, Pg10

E-commerce firms brought under tighter regulation, Pg10

Iran, Saudi Arabia discuss regional ‘insecurity’ as Yemen fighting flares, Pg12

Iran, Saudi Arabia discuss regional ‘insecurity’ as Yemen fighting flares, Pg12

U.S. proposes ending grace period for H-1B visa holders, Pg12

U.S. proposes ending grace period for H-1B visa holders, Pg12

Modi, Putin set BRICS stage: 'Deep shifts', new engines of growth, energy security, Pg1

Modi, Putin set BRICS stage: 'Deep shifts', new engines of growth, energy security, Pg1

India and EU close to sealing trade deal, await nod from top Council in Brussels, Pg1

India and EU close to sealing trade deal, await nod from top Council in Brussels, Pg1

As India probes origin of 5 baby orangutans, Indonesia prepares ground for repatriation, Pg1

As India probes origin of 5 baby orangutans, Indonesia prepares ground for repatriation, Pg1

AI Cancer Screening Among 37 Innovations On Display, Pg8

AI Cancer Screening Among 37 Innovations On Display, Pg8

On women-led businesses, Iran and UAE are on the same page, Pg8

On women-led businesses, Iran and UAE are on the same page, Pg8

Vibrant events and infra development: Why more tourists now pick Ladakh, Pg9

Vibrant events and infra development: Why more tourists now pick Ladakh, Pg9

At BRICS, keep difficult conversations alive, Pg10

At BRICS, keep difficult conversations alive, Pg10

AI governance architecture must include its largest stakeholders, Pg10

AI governance architecture must include its largest stakeholders, Pg10

For Bihar flood problem, solution lies beyond, Pg10

For Bihar flood problem, solution lies beyond, Pg10

India Climbs to 4th Spot As Forex Reserves Post Record Weekly Gain, Pg13

India Climbs to 4th Spot As Forex Reserves Post Record Weekly Gain, Pg13

FMs, central bank chiefs flag unilateral tariffs, Pg13

FMs, central bank chiefs flag unilateral tariffs, Pg13

Russia widens air war with fresh strikes on Kyiv petrol stations, Pg14

Russia widens air war with fresh strikes on Kyiv petrol stations, Pg14

Looking Up At The Drones, Pg15

Looking Up At The Drones, Pg15

China and the rest: Grouping's ever-widening economic gap, Pg16

China and the rest: Grouping's ever-widening economic gap, Pg16

What the recent trajectory of India-China ties means for the summit, Pg16

What the recent trajectory of India-China ties means for the summit, Pg16

Monsoon Resilience: Captive Mines Delivering Growth

Monsoon Resilience: Captive Mines Delivering Growth

Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 2026 To Come Into Force From 1st October 2026

Bankers’ Books Evidence Act, 2026 To Come Into Force From 1st October 2026

Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) Organizes National Conference on Quality and Safety of Biosimilars: Strengthening India’s Biopharma SHAKTI Vision

Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) Organizes National Conference on Quality and Safety of Biosimilars: Strengthening India’s Biopharma SHAKTI Vision

Drylands Must Be Reimagined Through Resilient Institutions, Digital Public Infrastructure And Community Action: Secretary, Department Of Land Resources (DoLR)

Drylands Must Be Reimagined Through Resilient Institutions, Digital Public Infrastructure And Community Action: Secretary, Department Of Land Resources (DoLR)

Securing Farmers’ Future With Dignity

Securing Farmers’ Future With Dignity

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