Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateIAF chief visits France to hold talks on Rafale acquisition, Pg10IAF Chief's France visit signals progress in ₹3.25 lakh crore Rafale deal amid fighter squadron concerns.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate2 Jun, 2026IAF chief visits France to hold talks on Rafale acquisition, Pg10IAF Chief's France visit signals progress in ₹3.25 lakh crore Rafale deal amid fighter squadron concerns.2 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and Australia discuss maritime security, agree to advance defence industrial relations, Pg10India and Australia bolster Indo-Pacific defence ties, prioritizing maritime security and defence industry collaboration, aiming for stronger strategic partnership.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas2 Jun, 2026India and Australia discuss maritime security, agree to advance defence industrial relations, Pg10India and Australia bolster Indo-Pacific defence ties, prioritizing maritime security and defence industry collaboration, aiming for stronger strategic partnership.2 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IMEC is caught between commerce and geopolitics, Pg6Iran conflict exposes IMEC's geopolitical vulnerabilities; alternative routes via Oman and Egypt explored amid Saudi-UAE tensions.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.2 Jun, 2026IMEC is caught between commerce and geopolitics, Pg6Iran conflict exposes IMEC's geopolitical vulnerabilities; alternative routes via Oman and Egypt explored amid Saudi-UAE tensions.2 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsU.S. to send only used subs to Australia in revised defence deal, Pg16AUKUS deal revised: Australia to receive three used U.S. nuclear submarines instead of new ones for cost-effectiveness.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements1 Jun, 2026U.S. to send only used subs to Australia in revised defence deal, Pg16AUKUS deal revised: Australia to receive three used U.S. nuclear submarines instead of new ones for cost-effectiveness.1 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsShaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations, Pg6India and Canada aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, revitalizing CEPA talks after ministerial visits.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment Models1 Jun, 2026Shaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations, Pg6India and Canada aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, revitalizing CEPA talks after ministerial visits.1 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 InterestsFrom bad to worse, Pg6US and Iran negotiate ceasefire extension, Strait of Hormuz reopening in exchange for economic concessions amid failed military campaign.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 Interests1 Jun, 2026From bad to worse, Pg6US and Iran negotiate ceasefire extension, Strait of Hormuz reopening in exchange for economic concessions amid failed military campaign.1 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy'FTAs with Europe, UK good moves... should ensure industry doesn't put pressure to take rigid positions', Pg17Expert urges India to leverage FTAs, reduce import duties, and improve ease of business amid balance of payments concerns.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy1 Jun, 2026'FTAs with Europe, UK good moves... should ensure industry doesn't put pressure to take rigid positions', Pg17Expert urges India to leverage FTAs, reduce import duties, and improve ease of business amid balance of payments concerns.1 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaFood Processing and Related IndustriesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaFood Processing and Related IndustriesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia-Oman pact holds promises for farms, factories and small businesses, Pg13India-Oman CEPA commences June 1st, eliminating duties on 98% of Indian exports, boosting MSMEs and job creation.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaFood Processing and Related IndustriesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaFood Processing and Related IndustriesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy1 Jun, 2026India-Oman pact holds promises for farms, factories and small businesses, Pg13India-Oman CEPA commences June 1st, eliminating duties on 98% of Indian exports, boosting MSMEs and job creation.1 Jun, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace TechnologyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace TechnologyScience collaboration is space compass, not conflict, Pg12NASA unveils lunar base roadmap amid geopolitical space race with China and Russia, raising concerns over scientific collaboration.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace TechnologyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace Technology1 Jun, 2026Science collaboration is space compass, not conflict, Pg12NASA unveils lunar base roadmap amid geopolitical space race with China and Russia, raising concerns over scientific collaboration.1 Jun, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements‘BrahMos deal with Vietnam inked, Indonesia next in line’, Pg10India finalizes BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam, Indonesia next, boosting defense cooperation and regional security amidst geopolitical tensions.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements31 May, 2026‘BrahMos deal with Vietnam inked, Indonesia next in line’, Pg10India finalizes BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam, Indonesia next, boosting defense cooperation and regional security amidst geopolitical tensions.31 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate13 countries join military exercise in Meghalaya, Pg8Thirteen nations unite for 'Pragati 2024' military exercise in Meghalaya, strengthening counter-insurgency cooperation and regional trust within the Indian Ocean Region.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate31 May, 202613 countries join military exercise in Meghalaya, Pg8Thirteen nations unite for 'Pragati 2024' military exercise in Meghalaya, strengthening counter-insurgency cooperation and regional trust within the Indian Ocean Region.31 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyGovt waives import duty on cotton till October 30, Pg13Government temporarily waives 11% import duty on cotton until October 30, aiming to boost textile industry and lower input costs.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy31 May, 2026Govt waives import duty on cotton till October 30, Pg13Government temporarily waives 11% import duty on cotton until October 30, aiming to boost textile industry and lower input costs.31 May, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChina Opposes Japan-Philippines Maritime Talks In The South China Sea,Pg12The dispute illustrates how competing maritime claims and strategic interests continue to shape geopolitics in the Indo-Pacific, making adherence to international law increasingly important.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements30 May, 2026China Opposes Japan-Philippines Maritime Talks In The South China Sea,Pg12The dispute illustrates how competing maritime claims and strategic interests continue to shape geopolitics in the Indo-Pacific, making adherence to international law increasingly important.30 May, 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 EconomyIndia-US Trade Deal Nears Completion As Negotiations Enter Final Phase,Pg6The proposed trade deal signals that India-US relations are evolving beyond commerce toward a broader partnership centred on technology, supply-chain resilience and economic security.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 Economy30 May, 2026India-US Trade Deal Nears Completion As Negotiations Enter Final Phase,Pg6The proposed trade deal signals that India-US relations are evolving beyond commerce toward a broader partnership centred on technology, supply-chain resilience and economic security.30 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsAustralian Deputy PM to visit India for defence talks, Pg14Australian Deputy PM's India visit aims to bolster defence cooperation and strategic ties amidst Indo-Pacific security concerns after Shangri-La Dialogue.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements29 May, 2026Australian Deputy PM to visit India for defence talks, Pg14Australian Deputy PM's India visit aims to bolster defence cooperation and strategic ties amidst Indo-Pacific security concerns after Shangri-La Dialogue.29 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsThe quiet work that sustains Quad, Pg9Analysis of Quad's durability: cooperative practices, diverse domains beyond security, and institutional breadth sustain the minilateral arrangement.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements29 May, 2026The quiet work that sustains Quad, Pg9Analysis of Quad's durability: cooperative practices, diverse domains beyond security, and institutional breadth sustain the minilateral arrangement.29 May, 2026
Art FormsArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsArt FormsArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsAcross Heritage & Civilizations: A Cultural Journey Through the Indo-Mediterranean, Pg5Italy and India strengthen cultural ties through joint exhibitions, heritage projects, and business forums, celebrating shared history and artistic exchange.Art FormsArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsArt FormsArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements29 May, 2026Across Heritage & Civilizations: A Cultural Journey Through the Indo-Mediterranean, Pg5Italy and India strengthen cultural ties through joint exhibitions, heritage projects, and business forums, celebrating shared history and artistic exchange.29 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaScience and Technology in Everyday LifePowering Innovation, Technology & Talent, Pg5Italy and India deepen strategic partnership, focusing on innovation, technology, and talent development through joint initiatives and research collaborations.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaScience and Technology in Everyday Life29 May, 2026Powering Innovation, Technology & Talent, Pg5Italy and India deepen strategic partnership, focusing on innovation, technology, and talent development through joint initiatives and research collaborations.29 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInvestment ModelsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInvestment ModelsMake Together For the World: From Trade to Co-Production & Supply Chains, Pg5Italy eyes €20 billion trade with India by 2029, boosting investment and co-production through enhanced financial support and strategic partnerships.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInvestment ModelsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInvestment Models29 May, 2026Make Together For the World: From Trade to Co-Production & Supply Chains, Pg5Italy eyes €20 billion trade with India by 2029, boosting investment and co-production through enhanced financial support and strategic partnerships.29 May, 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 InterestsIran and US trade fire, plan for 60-day ceasefire extension awaits Trump nod, Pg14US and Iran agree to 60-day ceasefire extension pending Trump's approval amid tensions over Strait of Hormuz.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 Interests29 May, 2026Iran and US trade fire, plan for 60-day ceasefire extension awaits Trump nod, Pg14US and Iran agree to 60-day ceasefire extension pending Trump's approval amid tensions over Strait of Hormuz.29 May, 2026