Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsRole of External State and Non State ActorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsRole of External State and Non State ActorsRajnath in Bishkek for SCO meeting, Pg12Rajnath Singh attends SCO Defence Ministers' Meeting in Bishkek, focusing on regional security and counter-terrorism amid West Asia tensions.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsRole of External State and Non State ActorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsRole of External State and Non State Actors28 Apr, 2026Rajnath in Bishkek for SCO meeting, Pg12Rajnath Singh attends SCO Defence Ministers' Meeting in Bishkek, focusing on regional security and counter-terrorism amid West Asia tensions.28 Apr, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsConservation, Pollution and DegradationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsConservation, Pollution and Degradation'New Delhi Declaration' in the works for upcoming international summit on conservation of big cats, Pg11International Big Cat Alliance to adopt 'New Delhi Declaration' promoting big cat conservation at upcoming global summit in June.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsConservation, Pollution and DegradationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsConservation, Pollution and Degradation28 Apr, 2026'New Delhi Declaration' in the works for upcoming international summit on conservation of big cats, Pg11International Big Cat Alliance to adopt 'New Delhi Declaration' promoting big cat conservation at upcoming global summit in June.28 Apr, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyNew Zealand, India to sign FTA today; tariffs to go on all exports, Pg1India and New Zealand sign FTA eliminating tariffs on 100% of India's exports, boosting bilateral trade ties.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy27 Apr, 2026New Zealand, India to sign FTA today; tariffs to go on all exports, Pg1India and New Zealand sign FTA eliminating tariffs on 100% of India's exports, boosting bilateral trade ties.27 Apr, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGovt. clears ₹30 billion withdrawal for Maldives, Pg10India approves ₹30 billion withdrawal for Maldives under SAARC Currency Swap Framework amidst evolving bilateral relations, showcasing economic support.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements25 Apr, 2026Govt. clears ₹30 billion withdrawal for Maldives, Pg10India approves ₹30 billion withdrawal for Maldives under SAARC Currency Swap Framework amidst evolving bilateral relations, showcasing economic support.25 Apr, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsRajnath Singh to attend 2026 SCO Defence Ministers’ meet, Pg12Rajnath Singh to attend SCO Defence Ministers' meet in Bishkek to discuss terrorism and regional security concerns.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements25 Apr, 2026Rajnath Singh to attend 2026 SCO Defence Ministers’ meet, Pg12Rajnath Singh to attend SCO Defence Ministers' meet in Bishkek to discuss terrorism and regional security concerns.25 Apr, 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 EconomyEngineering goods exports to West Asia drop by 50%, Pg15Engineering goods exports to West Asia plummet 50% in March due to geopolitical tensions and trade disruptions.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 Economy25 Apr, 2026Engineering goods exports to West Asia drop by 50%, Pg15Engineering goods exports to West Asia plummet 50% in March due to geopolitical tensions and trade disruptions.25 Apr, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaNo BRICS consensus on war, India's Chair summary notes 'deep concern', Pg14BRICS nations fail to reach consensus on US-Israel conflict; India issues Chair's summary expressing 'deep concern'.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora25 Apr, 2026No BRICS consensus on war, India's Chair summary notes 'deep concern', Pg14BRICS nations fail to reach consensus on US-Israel conflict; India issues Chair's summary expressing 'deep concern'.25 Apr, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Diaspora‘Indian ties with Africa signal stability in a turbulent world’, Pg12Jaishankar highlights India-Africa ties as a beacon of stability amid global turbulence, focusing on development and strategic partnerships.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Diaspora24 Apr, 2026‘Indian ties with Africa signal stability in a turbulent world’, Pg12Jaishankar highlights India-Africa ties as a beacon of stability amid global turbulence, focusing on development and strategic partnerships.24 Apr, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChina in mind, India and Japan move to deepen defence ties, Pg8India welcomes Japan's relaxed arms export policy, enhancing defence cooperation amid China's growing influence in the Indo-Pacific region.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements24 Apr, 2026China in mind, India and Japan move to deepen defence ties, Pg8India welcomes Japan's relaxed arms export policy, enhancing defence cooperation amid China's growing influence in the Indo-Pacific region.24 Apr, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsAfter Germany, now France waives off transit visas for Indian flyers, Pg8France eases travel for Indian flyers, waiving off transit visas from April 10, 2026, boosting Indo-French relations after Macron's visit.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements24 Apr, 2026After Germany, now France waives off transit visas for Indian flyers, Pg8France eases travel for Indian flyers, waiving off transit visas from April 10, 2026, boosting Indo-French relations after Macron's visit.24 Apr, 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 EconomyNet FDI trend reversed pre-war, surged to $4.6 billion in February, Pg15India's FDI rebounds to $4.6 billion in February, marking a four-year high amid shifting global investor sentiment.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 Economy24 Apr, 2026Net FDI trend reversed pre-war, surged to $4.6 billion in February, Pg15India's FDI rebounds to $4.6 billion in February, marking a four-year high amid shifting global investor sentiment.24 Apr, 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 InterestsChina praises African states for blocking Taiwan aircraft, Pg14China pressures African nations to deny Taiwan's President airspace access, escalating diplomatic tensions and forcing trip cancellation to Eswatini.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 Interests23 Apr, 2026China praises African states for blocking Taiwan aircraft, Pg14China pressures African nations to deny Taiwan's President airspace access, escalating diplomatic tensions and forcing trip cancellation to Eswatini.23 Apr, 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.China can no longer be silent on West Asia war, Pg13China confronts US blockade of Iranian ports, balancing economic interests with geopolitical strategy amidst rising West Asia 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.23 Apr, 2026China can no longer be silent on West Asia war, Pg13China confronts US blockade of Iranian ports, balancing economic interests with geopolitical strategy amidst rising West Asia tensions.23 Apr, 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 AreasRajnath Singh holds bilateral talks with German counterpart in Berlin, Pg10India and Germany deepen defence ties with co-production focus, sign cooperation roadmap during Rajnath Singh's Berlin visit.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas23 Apr, 2026Rajnath Singh holds bilateral talks with German counterpart in Berlin, Pg10India and Germany deepen defence ties with co-production focus, sign cooperation roadmap during Rajnath Singh's Berlin visit.23 Apr, 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 EconomyBeyond trade deals to building a new architecture, Pg6Article advocates sectoral plurilateralism: India should forge smaller, focused partnerships in space, digital infrastructure, and AI for geopolitical stability.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 Economy23 Apr, 2026Beyond trade deals to building a new architecture, Pg6Article advocates sectoral plurilateralism: India should forge smaller, focused partnerships in space, digital infrastructure, and AI for geopolitical stability.23 Apr, 2026
Art FormsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsArt FormsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsCommon concerns, Pg6India and South Korea aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, strengthening strategic ties amid global economic uncertainty.Art FormsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsArt FormsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests23 Apr, 2026Common concerns, Pg6India and South Korea aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, strengthening strategic ties amid global economic uncertainty.23 Apr, 2026
Education SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Education SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India-Africa Summit to focus on development initiatives, Pg12India to host Fourth India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS) 2026 focusing on development, trade, and strategic cooperation after a decade.Education SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Education SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.22 Apr, 2026India-Africa Summit to focus on development initiatives, Pg12India to host Fourth India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS) 2026 focusing on development, trade, and strategic cooperation after a decade.22 Apr, 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.India must draw a red line on U.S. unilateral sanctions, Pg6India grapples with U.S. sanctions' impact amidst geopolitical tensions, urged to assert strategic autonomy and defy unilateral restrictions.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.22 Apr, 2026India must draw a red line on U.S. unilateral sanctions, Pg6India grapples with U.S. sanctions' impact amidst geopolitical tensions, urged to assert strategic autonomy and defy unilateral restrictions.22 Apr, 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 InterestsChina objects as U.S., allies begin drills with Philippines, Pg18U.S. and Philippines launch massive joint military drills amid China's objections, signaling commitment to Indo-Pacific security and regional stability.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 Interests21 Apr, 2026China objects as U.S., allies begin drills with Philippines, Pg18U.S. and Philippines launch massive joint military drills amid China's objections, signaling commitment to Indo-Pacific security and regional stability.21 Apr, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBiotechnologyConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBiotechnologyConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentMarine Spatial Plan: Odisha's bid to strengthen climate resilience, Pg15Odisha pioneers Marine Spatial Plan with NCCR collaboration, enhancing coastal resilience and sustainable resource management along its 550km coastline.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBiotechnologyConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBiotechnologyConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment21 Apr, 2026Marine Spatial Plan: Odisha's bid to strengthen climate resilience, Pg15Odisha pioneers Marine Spatial Plan with NCCR collaboration, enhancing coastal resilience and sustainable resource management along its 550km coastline.21 Apr, 2026