Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.West Asia Conflict: How pact with Oman cushions India's trade, Pg14India-Oman FTA, effective June 1, cushions India's trade amidst West Asia conflict, leveraging Oman's strategic ports outside Strait of Hormuz for vital energy and industrial inputs.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.7 Jun, 2026West Asia Conflict: How pact with Oman cushions India's trade, Pg14India-Oman FTA, effective June 1, cushions India's trade amidst West Asia conflict, leveraging Oman's strategic ports outside Strait of Hormuz for vital energy and industrial inputs.7 Jun, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsPressure to limit India-Russia ties will hurt global stability, says Putin, Pg12Putin warns Western pressure on India-Russia ties harms global stability, praises Modi's leadership, and offers Su-57 jets.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests6 Jun, 2026Pressure to limit India-Russia ties will hurt global stability, says Putin, Pg12Putin warns Western pressure on India-Russia ties harms global stability, praises Modi's leadership, and offers Su-57 jets.6 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIncomplete truce, Pg10US President Trump secures a fragile Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, aiming to pave the way for crucial negotiations with Iran amidst regional tensions.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests6 Jun, 2026Incomplete truce, Pg10US President Trump secures a fragile Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, aiming to pave the way for crucial negotiations with Iran amidst regional tensions.6 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRubio fails to win India back for Washington, Pg10US Secretary Rubio fails to mend fractured India-US ties, as Trump's 'America First' policies, trade tariffs, and Quad neglect deepen strategic mistrust.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests6 Jun, 2026Rubio fails to win India back for Washington, Pg10US Secretary Rubio fails to mend fractured India-US ties, as Trump's 'America First' policies, trade tariffs, and Quad neglect deepen strategic mistrust.6 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsWorking to close ‘open ends’, 1st tranche of India-US trade deal by mid-July: Goyal, Pg13India and US target mid-July for first tranche of bilateral trade deal, amidst US Section 301 tariff proposals on 60 nations.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests6 Jun, 2026Working to close ‘open ends’, 1st tranche of India-US trade deal by mid-July: Goyal, Pg13India and US target mid-July for first tranche of bilateral trade deal, amidst US Section 301 tariff proposals on 60 nations.6 Jun, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India, U.K. launch observatory for critical minerals, Pg12India, U.K. launch Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory to bolster clean energy transitions and strategic resource security.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.5 Jun, 2026India, U.K. launch observatory for critical minerals, Pg12India, U.K. launch Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory to bolster clean energy transitions and strategic resource security.5 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Energy tie-up tops bilateral agenda as Modi meets Delcy, Pg12PM Modi and Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodriguez deepen energy, critical minerals, and Global South cooperation amid Caracas's political transition.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.5 Jun, 2026Energy tie-up tops bilateral agenda as Modi meets Delcy, Pg12PM Modi and Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodriguez deepen energy, critical minerals, and Global South cooperation amid Caracas's political transition.5 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyTrump tariff saga goes on, India must find way, Pg12Trump administration proposes new tariffs on 60 nations, including India, under Section 301, citing forced labor concerns, escalating global trade tensions.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy5 Jun, 2026Trump tariff saga goes on, India must find way, Pg12Trump administration proposes new tariffs on 60 nations, including India, under Section 301, citing forced labor concerns, escalating global trade tensions.5 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Venezuela, India in talks for long-term energy pacts, Pg1India eyes long-term energy pacts with Venezuela's Acting President, as Russia lauds India's independent foreign policy amid Western pressure.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.5 Jun, 2026Venezuela, India in talks for long-term energy pacts, Pg1India eyes long-term energy pacts with Venezuela's Acting President, as Russia lauds India's independent foreign policy amid Western pressure.5 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsU.S. moots 12.5% tariff for ‘forced labour’ on India, 53 other nations, Pg1U.S. proposes 12.5% tariff on India, 53 nations over alleged forced labor import failures, sparking trade tensions.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests4 Jun, 2026U.S. moots 12.5% tariff for ‘forced labour’ on India, 53 other nations, Pg1U.S. proposes 12.5% tariff on India, 53 nations over alleged forced labor import failures, sparking trade tensions.4 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasRussia delivers fourth squadron of the S-400 air defence system, Pg10India receives fourth S-400 air defence squadron from Russia, boosting long-range capabilities with AI integration for enhanced threat prioritisation.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas4 Jun, 2026Russia delivers fourth squadron of the S-400 air defence system, Pg10India receives fourth S-400 air defence squadron from Russia, boosting long-range capabilities with AI integration for enhanced threat prioritisation.4 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indian travellers can make UPI payments in Cambodia, Pg21India and Cambodia operationalize cross-border UPI payments, allowing Indian travelers seamless QR code transactions at Cambodian merchant outlets.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.4 Jun, 2026Indian travellers can make UPI payments in Cambodia, Pg21India and Cambodia operationalize cross-border UPI payments, allowing Indian travelers seamless QR code transactions at Cambodian merchant outlets.4 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyAmid trade talks, US proposes fresh tariffs of 12.5% on India (Not final, remain engaged with US, says Govt; envoy Gor defends move), Pg3US proposes 12.5% tariffs on India over forced labor, escalating pressure during crucial bilateral trade negotiations.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy4 Jun, 2026Amid trade talks, US proposes fresh tariffs of 12.5% on India (Not final, remain engaged with US, says Govt; envoy Gor defends move), Pg3US proposes 12.5% tariffs on India over forced labor, escalating pressure during crucial bilateral trade negotiations.4 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Venezuela Acting President’s five-day visit to India likely to prioritise energy cooperation, Pg12Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez arrives in India for five-day visit, prioritizing energy cooperation and trade amidst renewed bilateral ties.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.3 Jun, 2026Venezuela Acting President’s five-day visit to India likely to prioritise energy cooperation, Pg12Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez arrives in India for five-day visit, prioritizing energy cooperation and trade amidst renewed bilateral ties.3 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsU.S.-Iran negotiations, still a road to nowhere, Pg8US-Iran negotiations remain stalled by deep mutual distrust, domestic opposition, and Israeli regional ambitions, dimming prospects for a lasting peace agreement.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests3 Jun, 2026U.S.-Iran negotiations, still a road to nowhere, Pg8US-Iran negotiations remain stalled by deep mutual distrust, domestic opposition, and Israeli regional ambitions, dimming prospects for a lasting peace agreement.3 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia, UK discuss ways to resolve CETA deadlock, Pg15India, UK officials meet to resolve CETA deadlock after UK imposes new steel import duties, jeopardizing bilateral trade agreement.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy3 Jun, 2026India, UK discuss ways to resolve CETA deadlock, Pg15India, UK officials meet to resolve CETA deadlock after UK imposes new steel import duties, jeopardizing bilateral trade agreement.3 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthTake the right reform lessons from Indonesia, don't dress up a flawed system, Pg13India's restrictive 2015 Model BIT policy, unlike Indonesia's bold reforms, crippled foreign investment, demanding urgent revision for economic growth.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth3 Jun, 2026Take the right reform lessons from Indonesia, don't dress up a flawed system, Pg13India's restrictive 2015 Model BIT policy, unlike Indonesia's bold reforms, crippled foreign investment, demanding urgent revision for economic growth.3 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIn navigating Trump's US & Xi's China, Japan is imagining a new Asia story, Pg12Japan dramatically reorients post-war security policy, boosting defense and regional alliances to counter China's assertiveness and US ambivalence in Asia.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests3 Jun, 2026In navigating Trump's US & Xi's China, Japan is imagining a new Asia story, Pg12Japan dramatically reorients post-war security policy, boosting defense and regional alliances to counter China's assertiveness and US ambivalence in Asia.3 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFrom today, Indian citizens won't need transit visa for layover in Germany, Pg10Germany abolishes transit visa requirement for Indian nationals from June 3, 2026, boosting bilateral relations after Chancellor's visit.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements3 Jun, 2026From today, Indian citizens won't need transit visa for layover in Germany, Pg10Germany abolishes transit visa requirement for Indian nationals from June 3, 2026, boosting bilateral relations after Chancellor's visit.3 Jun, 2026
Art FormsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsArt FormsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEthical use of AI in cultural space to be a key focus area at BRICS culture meetings, Pg12BRICS cultural meetings to address ethical AI use, creative economy, and cultural heritage among member nations, fostering collaboration and sustainable development.Art FormsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsArt FormsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements2 Jun, 2026Ethical use of AI in cultural space to be a key focus area at BRICS culture meetings, Pg12BRICS cultural meetings to address ethical AI use, creative economy, and cultural heritage among member nations, fostering collaboration and sustainable development.2 Jun, 2026