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Art Forms Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

India’s sprint beyond the dairy red line to the Pacific, Pg10

India and New Zealand sign FTA, boosting trade ties, talent mobility, and investment in key sectors, excluding dairy concessions.

Art Forms Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

1 May, 2026

India’s sprint beyond the dairy red line to the Pacific, Pg10

India and New Zealand sign FTA, boosting trade ties, talent mobility, and investment in key sectors, excluding dairy concessions.

1 May, 2026

Art Forms Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

What are safer fireworks alternatives?, Pg10

Scientists explore 'cold spark' fireworks as safer, noiseless alternatives to reduce pollution and health risks during festivals like Thrissur Pooram.

Art Forms Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

24 Apr, 2026

What are safer fireworks alternatives?, Pg10

Scientists explore 'cold spark' fireworks as safer, noiseless alternatives to reduce pollution and health risks during festivals like Thrissur Pooram.

24 Apr, 2026

Art Forms Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Common concerns, Pg6

India and South Korea aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, strengthening strategic ties amid global economic uncertainty.

Art Forms Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

23 Apr, 2026

Common concerns, Pg6

India and South Korea aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, strengthening strategic ties amid global economic uncertainty.

23 Apr, 2026

Art Forms Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

‘Chips to ships’: India and South Korea target $50 bn trade by 2030, Pg1

India and South Korea aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, upgrade CEPA, and enhance cooperation across sectors.

Art Forms Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

21 Apr, 2026

‘Chips to ships’: India and South Korea target $50 bn trade by 2030, Pg1

India and South Korea aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, upgrade CEPA, and enhance cooperation across sectors.

21 Apr, 2026

Art Forms Women and Women's Organizations Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

On the Sabarimala temple entry case, Pg10

Supreme Court examines Sabarimala case, balancing religious freedom, gender equality, and essential religious practices amidst constitutional questions and societal reforms.

Art Forms Women and Women's Organizations Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

17 Apr, 2026

On the Sabarimala temple entry case, Pg10

Supreme Court examines Sabarimala case, balancing religious freedom, gender equality, and essential religious practices amidst constitutional questions and societal reforms.

17 Apr, 2026

Literature Parliament and State Legislatures

Meghalaya: Khasi, Garo now official state languages, Pg13

Meghalaya recognizes Khasi and Garo as official languages alongside English, awaiting constitutional inclusion in the Eighth Schedule.

Literature Parliament and State Legislatures

17 Apr, 2026

Meghalaya: Khasi, Garo now official state languages, Pg13

Meghalaya recognizes Khasi and Garo as official languages alongside English, awaiting constitutional inclusion in the Eighth Schedule.

17 Apr, 2026

Architecture

Steps into the past: 1,500-year-old reservoir unearthed on Elephanta Island near Mumbai, Pg12

1,500-year-old stepped reservoir unearthed on Elephanta Island reveals ancient water management and maritime trade links.

Architecture

9 Apr, 2026

Steps into the past: 1,500-year-old reservoir unearthed on Elephanta Island near Mumbai, Pg12

1,500-year-old stepped reservoir unearthed on Elephanta Island reveals ancient water management and maritime trade links.

9 Apr, 2026

Architecture World Wars Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

The West Asia cauldron of conflict and its fallout, Pg6

Netanyahu's war escalates as US-Israel military operations against Iran continue, risking global oil crisis and wider conflict across West Asia.

Architecture World Wars Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

1 Apr, 2026

The West Asia cauldron of conflict and its fallout, Pg6

Netanyahu's war escalates as US-Israel military operations against Iran continue, risking global oil crisis and wider conflict across West Asia.

1 Apr, 2026

Art Forms Architecture

ASI explores Balirajgarh site for ancient settlement, Pg10

ASI unearths ancient Mithila gateway at Balirajgarh, potentially predating Mauryan era, promising rich cultural heritage and boosting local tourism.

Art Forms Architecture

30 Mar, 2026

ASI explores Balirajgarh site for ancient settlement, Pg10

ASI unearths ancient Mithila gateway at Balirajgarh, potentially predating Mauryan era, promising rich cultural heritage and boosting local tourism.

30 Mar, 2026

Architecture Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Distribution of Key Natural Resources

Dwarka Basin: an ancient haven, PgII

Dwarka Basin fossil discoveries reveal warm, nutrient-rich Miocene epoch, boosting understanding of ancient marine environments and biodiversity of western India.

Architecture Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Distribution of Key Natural Resources

25 Mar, 2026

Dwarka Basin: an ancient haven, PgII

Dwarka Basin fossil discoveries reveal warm, nutrient-rich Miocene epoch, boosting understanding of ancient marine environments and biodiversity of western India.

25 Mar, 2026

Art Forms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India must use the AYUSH opportunity, Pg7

India's AYUSH sector poised for global expansion with increased funding and EU FTA, emphasizing scientific validation for credibility.

Art Forms Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

23 Mar, 2026

India must use the AYUSH opportunity, Pg7

India's AYUSH sector poised for global expansion with increased funding and EU FTA, emphasizing scientific validation for credibility.

23 Mar, 2026

Art Forms The Freedom Struggle Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

India’s national symbols under scrutiny over use, meaning, and law, Pg9

Tracing the evolution of India's national flag and song, examining historical contexts, debates, and legal frameworks governing their use.

Art Forms The Freedom Struggle Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine

19 Mar, 2026

India’s national symbols under scrutiny over use, meaning, and law, Pg9

Tracing the evolution of India's national flag and song, examining historical contexts, debates, and legal frameworks governing their use.

19 Mar, 2026

Architecture Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

ASI approves excavation at 8 sites in Tamil Nadu, Pg14

ASI approves excavation at 8 Tamil Nadu sites, including Keeladi, amid political debate over historical narratives and central clearances.

Architecture Union State Relations and Federal Structure Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

18 Mar, 2026

ASI approves excavation at 8 sites in Tamil Nadu, Pg14

ASI approves excavation at 8 Tamil Nadu sites, including Keeladi, amid political debate over historical narratives and central clearances.

18 Mar, 2026

Literature

Sahitya Akademi announces literary awards for 2025, Pg12

Sahitya Akademi announces 2025 awards after Culture Ministry delay; Navtej Sarna, Mamta Kalia, and Sa Tamilselvan among winners.

Literature

17 Mar, 2026

Sahitya Akademi announces literary awards for 2025, Pg12

Sahitya Akademi announces 2025 awards after Culture Ministry delay; Navtej Sarna, Mamta Kalia, and Sa Tamilselvan among winners.

17 Mar, 2026

Art Forms Education Sector Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora

India-Canada CEPA by year-end, defence dialogue established, Pg1

India and Canada reset relations, targeting CEPA by year-end, enhanced defence cooperation, and $50 billion bilateral trade by 2030.

Art Forms Education Sector Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora

3 Mar, 2026

India-Canada CEPA by year-end, defence dialogue established, Pg1

India and Canada reset relations, targeting CEPA by year-end, enhanced defence cooperation, and $50 billion bilateral trade by 2030.

3 Mar, 2026

Architecture Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

How discovery of a 'pot of gold' enthused a Karnataka village about its neglected heritage, Pg11

Karnataka village rediscovers ancient heritage after teenager unearths 'pot of gold,' sparking renewed interest in Lakkundi's historical significance.

Architecture Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

1 Mar, 2026

How discovery of a 'pot of gold' enthused a Karnataka village about its neglected heritage, Pg11

Karnataka village rediscovers ancient heritage after teenager unearths 'pot of gold,' sparking renewed interest in Lakkundi's historical significance.

1 Mar, 2026

Architecture Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Role of External State and Non State Actors

Linked by blood and sacrifice, back Gaza peace: PM to Israel Parliament, Pg1

PM Modi advocates Gaza peace, emphasizes India-Israel ties, and condemns terrorism during historic Israel Parliament address.

Architecture Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Role of External State and Non State Actors

26 Feb, 2026

Linked by blood and sacrifice, back Gaza peace: PM to Israel Parliament, Pg1

PM Modi advocates Gaza peace, emphasizes India-Israel ties, and condemns terrorism during historic Israel Parliament address.

26 Feb, 2026

Art Forms Women and Women's Organizations Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

When SC reviews 2018 Sabarimala ruling, the issues on the table, Pg16

Supreme Court to review Sabarimala verdict; examines constitutional validity of faith-based restrictions on women's entry to the temple.

Art Forms Women and Women's Organizations Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure Doctrine Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

19 Feb, 2026

When SC reviews 2018 Sabarimala ruling, the issues on the table, Pg16

Supreme Court to review Sabarimala verdict; examines constitutional validity of faith-based restrictions on women's entry to the temple.

19 Feb, 2026

Art Forms Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

India-French ties a force for stability in the world, says PM, Pg1

India and France deepen ties, elevate partnership to 'special global strategic' level, focusing on defence, technology, and stability.

Art Forms Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

18 Feb, 2026

India-French ties a force for stability in the world, says PM, Pg1

India and France deepen ties, elevate partnership to 'special global strategic' level, focusing on defence, technology, and stability.

18 Feb, 2026

Art Forms Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Women’s entry at Sabarimala temple: 9-judge SC Bench to commence review hearings from April 7, Pg1

Supreme Court's nine-judge bench to review Sabarimala verdict from April 7, 2026, addressing essential religious practices and women's rights.

Art Forms Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

17 Feb, 2026

Women’s entry at Sabarimala temple: 9-judge SC Bench to commence review hearings from April 7, Pg1

Supreme Court's nine-judge bench to review Sabarimala verdict from April 7, 2026, addressing essential religious practices and women's rights.

17 Feb, 2026

Art & Culture

India’s sprint beyond the dairy red line to the Pacific, Pg10

India’s sprint beyond the dairy red line to the Pacific, Pg10

What are safer fireworks alternatives?, Pg10

What are safer fireworks alternatives?, Pg10

​Common concerns, Pg6

​Common concerns, Pg6

‘Chips to ships’: India and South Korea target $50 bn trade by 2030, Pg1

‘Chips to ships’: India and South Korea target $50 bn trade by 2030, Pg1

On the Sabarimala temple entry case, Pg10

On the Sabarimala temple entry case, Pg10

Meghalaya: Khasi, Garo now official state languages, Pg13

Meghalaya: Khasi, Garo now official state languages, Pg13

Steps into the past: 1,500-year-old reservoir unearthed on Elephanta Island near Mumbai, Pg12

Steps into the past: 1,500-year-old reservoir unearthed on Elephanta Island near Mumbai, Pg12

The West Asia cauldron of conflict and its fallout, Pg6

The West Asia cauldron of conflict and its fallout, Pg6

ASI explores Balirajgarh site for ancient settlement, Pg10

ASI explores Balirajgarh site for ancient settlement, Pg10

Dwarka Basin: an ancient haven, PgII

Dwarka Basin: an ancient haven, PgII

India must use the AYUSH opportunity, Pg7

India must use the AYUSH opportunity, Pg7

India’s national symbols under scrutiny over use, meaning, and law, Pg9

India’s national symbols under scrutiny over use, meaning, and law, Pg9

ASI approves excavation at 8 sites in Tamil Nadu, Pg14

ASI approves excavation at 8 sites in Tamil Nadu, Pg14

Sahitya Akademi announces literary awards for 2025, Pg12

Sahitya Akademi announces literary awards for 2025, Pg12

India-Canada CEPA by year-end, defence dialogue established, Pg1

India-Canada CEPA by year-end, defence dialogue established, Pg1

How discovery of a 'pot of gold' enthused a Karnataka village about its neglected heritage, Pg11

How discovery of a 'pot of gold' enthused a Karnataka village about its neglected heritage, Pg11

Linked by blood and sacrifice, back Gaza peace: PM to Israel Parliament, Pg1

Linked by blood and sacrifice, back Gaza peace: PM to Israel Parliament, Pg1

When SC reviews 2018 Sabarimala ruling, the issues on the table, Pg16

When SC reviews 2018 Sabarimala ruling, the issues on the table, Pg16

India-French ties a force for stability in the world, says PM, Pg1

India-French ties a force for stability in the world, says PM, Pg1

Women’s entry at Sabarimala temple: 9-judge SC Bench to commence review hearings from April 7, Pg1

Women’s entry at Sabarimala temple: 9-judge SC Bench to commence review hearings from April 7, Pg1

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