Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.As Conflict Expands To Red Sea, India’s Crude Options, Pg15Houthi attacks in Red Sea threaten India's crude oil imports, forcing reliance on Russian supplies and impacting global energy chokepoints.Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.30 Jul, 2026As Conflict Expands To Red Sea, India’s Crude Options, Pg15Houthi attacks in Red Sea threaten India's crude oil imports, forcing reliance on Russian supplies and impacting global energy chokepoints.30 Jul, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting‘Oil price surge could be a strain for financing fiscal deficit & current account’, Pg9Finance Ministry warns rising global crude oil prices could strain India's fiscal and current account deficits, and fuel inflation, despite resilient economic fundamentals.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting30 Jul, 2026‘Oil price surge could be a strain for financing fiscal deficit & current account’, Pg9Finance Ministry warns rising global crude oil prices could strain India's fiscal and current account deficits, and fuel inflation, despite resilient economic fundamentals.30 Jul, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development‘Virtual magnet’ claims reveal why EVs need their rare-earths, Pg2Bengaluru startup Vimag Labs claims to replace rare-earth magnets in EV motors with software-controlled electromagnets, sparking debate on efficiency and cost implications for the EV market.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development30 Jul, 2026‘Virtual magnet’ claims reveal why EVs need their rare-earths, Pg2Bengaluru startup Vimag Labs claims to replace rare-earth magnets in EV motors with software-controlled electromagnets, sparking debate on efficiency and cost implications for the EV market.30 Jul, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and DegradationMoney Laundering and its PreventionDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and DegradationMoney Laundering and its PreventionBrazil uses forensic science to trace gold's origin, tackle illegal mining in the Amazon, Pg12Brazil deploys advanced 'gold fingerprinting' forensic science to trace illegal Amazon gold, combating rampant deforestation, mercury contamination, and criminal networks.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and DegradationMoney Laundering and its PreventionDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and DegradationMoney Laundering and its Prevention26 Jul, 2026Brazil uses forensic science to trace gold's origin, tackle illegal mining in the Amazon, Pg12Brazil deploys advanced 'gold fingerprinting' forensic science to trace illegal Amazon gold, combating rampant deforestation, mercury contamination, and criminal networks.26 Jul, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Spudding of first appraisal well, MN-DWN18-1-HD, begins in Mahanadi offshore basinUnion Minister Hardeep Puri launches deepwater drilling in Mahanadi Offshore Basin, boosting India's energy security and self-reliance through landmark reforms.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.26 Jul, 2026Spudding of first appraisal well, MN-DWN18-1-HD, begins in Mahanadi offshore basinUnion Minister Hardeep Puri launches deepwater drilling in Mahanadi Offshore Basin, boosting India's energy security and self-reliance through landmark reforms.26 Jul, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEscalation trap, Pg8Houthi blockade on Saudi Red Sea ports ignites dangerous Middle East escalation, threatening global oil supply via Bab-el-Mandeb Strait.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests24 Jul, 2026Escalation trap, Pg8Houthi blockade on Saudi Red Sea ports ignites dangerous Middle East escalation, threatening global oil supply via Bab-el-Mandeb Strait.24 Jul, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentASSESSMENT OF RARE EARTH PERMANENT MANAGEMENT SCHEMECabinet approves Rs 7,280 crore scheme to boost domestic Rare Earth Permanent Magnet manufacturing, addressing 8220 MTPA demand by 2030.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development22 Jul, 2026ASSESSMENT OF RARE EARTH PERMANENT MANAGEMENT SCHEMECabinet approves Rs 7,280 crore scheme to boost domestic Rare Earth Permanent Magnet manufacturing, addressing 8220 MTPA demand by 2030.22 Jul, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityUkraine vows to protect exports as Russia targets Black Sea ports, Pg14Ukraine pledges to protect 37 million tons of grain exports from Russian Black Sea port attacks, crucial for global food security.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesStorage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceBuffer Stocks and Food Security16 Jul, 2026Ukraine vows to protect exports as Russia targets Black Sea ports, Pg14Ukraine pledges to protect 37 million tons of grain exports from Russian Black Sea port attacks, crucial for global food security.16 Jul, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIran threatens regional oil blockade over U.S. actions, Pg1Iran threatens to halt all West Asian oil exports via the critical Strait of Hormuz, escalating US tensions after renewed strikes, pushing Brent crude above $85.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora16 Jul, 2026Iran threatens regional oil blockade over U.S. actions, Pg1Iran threatens to halt all West Asian oil exports via the critical Strait of Hormuz, escalating US tensions after renewed strikes, pushing Brent crude above $85.16 Jul, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFor Iran, Hormuz is the key to deterrence and dominance in Persian Gulf, Pg14Strait of Hormuz becomes flashpoint as US-Iran MoU collapses, escalating conflict and threatening global oil supply amid stalled nuclear talks.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests14 Jul, 2026For Iran, Hormuz is the key to deterrence and dominance in Persian Gulf, Pg14Strait of Hormuz becomes flashpoint as US-Iran MoU collapses, escalating conflict and threatening global oil supply amid stalled nuclear talks.14 Jul, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeWhy has China banned helium exports?, Pg10China abruptly bans helium exports, triggering global supply chain concerns for critical tech, medical, and aerospace industries amidst escalating geopolitical tensions.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsScience and Technology in Everyday Life13 Jul, 2026Why has China banned helium exports?, Pg10China abruptly bans helium exports, triggering global supply chain concerns for critical tech, medical, and aerospace industries amidst escalating geopolitical tensions.13 Jul, 2026
ArchitectureDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsArchitectureDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsMissiles, minerals and port: Delhi, Jakarta seal key deals, Pg1Delhi and Jakarta ink landmark BrahMos missile, critical minerals, and strategic Sabang Port deals, boosting Indo-Pacific ties.ArchitectureDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsArchitectureDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements8 Jul, 2026Missiles, minerals and port: Delhi, Jakarta seal key deals, Pg1Delhi and Jakarta ink landmark BrahMos missile, critical minerals, and strategic Sabang Port deals, boosting Indo-Pacific ties.8 Jul, 2026
ArchitectureDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsArchitectureDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsDefence, critical minerals on table at India-Indonesia meeting today, Pg6PM Modi begins three-nation tour, strengthening Act East Policy; India-Indonesia talks focus on defence, critical minerals, and maritime cooperation.ArchitectureDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsArchitectureDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements7 Jul, 2026Defence, critical minerals on table at India-Indonesia meeting today, Pg6PM Modi begins three-nation tour, strengthening Act East Policy; India-Indonesia talks focus on defence, critical minerals, and maritime cooperation.7 Jul, 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 and France to deepen cooperation in critical minerals, Pg21India and France bolster strategic ties, agreeing to deepen cooperation in critical minerals, economic security, and high-speed rail at EFD.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.4 Jul, 2026India and France to deepen cooperation in critical minerals, Pg21India and France bolster strategic ties, agreeing to deepen cooperation in critical minerals, economic security, and high-speed rail at EFD.4 Jul, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIn the Strait of Hormuz, Iran firmly draws its red lines, Pg14Iran firmly draws red lines in Strait of Hormuz, asserting sovereignty over the critical global chokepoint despite US pressure and ongoing negotiations.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora2 Jul, 2026In the Strait of Hormuz, Iran firmly draws its red lines, Pg14Iran firmly draws red lines in Strait of Hormuz, asserting sovereignty over the critical global chokepoint despite US pressure and ongoing negotiations.2 Jul, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIraq warns it might leave OPEC if oil quota not raised, say sources, Pg16Iraq threatens to exit OPEC over demands for significantly increased oil production quotas, potentially destabilizing global energy markets.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements26 Jun, 2026Iraq warns it might leave OPEC if oil quota not raised, say sources, Pg16Iraq threatens to exit OPEC over demands for significantly increased oil production quotas, potentially destabilizing global energy markets.26 Jun, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesMines, logistics, deep uncertainty threaten Middle East oil rebound, Pg12Middle East oil rebound remains uncertain despite US-Iran detente, as regional conflict and logistical challenges threaten Strait of Hormuz shipments.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesDistribution of Key Natural Resources21 Jun, 2026Mines, logistics, deep uncertainty threaten Middle East oil rebound, Pg12Middle East oil rebound remains uncertain despite US-Iran detente, as regional conflict and logistical challenges threaten Strait of Hormuz shipments.21 Jun, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGold ore shoots found near KGF, Pg11Geological Survey of India and Bharat Gold Mines Limited locate promising gold ore shoots near KGF, potentially extending mine life.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment19 Jun, 2026Gold ore shoots found near KGF, Pg11Geological Survey of India and Bharat Gold Mines Limited locate promising gold ore shoots near KGF, potentially extending mine life.19 Jun, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndia, Sweden not competing with one another, we actually can complete one another, Pg8India and Sweden forge strategic partnership, focusing on defence co-production, economic ties, and global collaboration, with Sweden supporting India's UNSC bid.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth16 Jun, 2026India, Sweden not competing with one another, we actually can complete one another, Pg8India and Sweden forge strategic partnership, focusing on defence co-production, economic ties, and global collaboration, with Sweden supporting India's UNSC bid.16 Jun, 2026