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.US trade advocacy body forms task force on India-US critical mineral cooperation, Pg13US-India Business Council forms critical minerals task force to counter China's dominance, securing vital supply chains for EVs and defense.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.16 Jun, 2026US trade advocacy body forms task force on India-US critical mineral cooperation, Pg13US-India Business Council forms critical minerals task force to counter China's dominance, securing vital supply chains for EVs and defense.16 Jun, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Why an Assam-Nagaland pact raises hopes of higher oil & gas output from Northeast, Pg13Union, Assam, Nagaland ink pact to resume oil/gas exploration in disputed border, targeting tenfold output increase and boosting national energy security.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesUnion State Relations and Federal StructureInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.14 Jun, 2026Why an Assam-Nagaland pact raises hopes of higher oil & gas output from Northeast, Pg13Union, Assam, Nagaland ink pact to resume oil/gas exploration in disputed border, targeting tenfold output increase and boosting national energy security.14 Jun, 2026
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasFrom borderland to India’s strategic resource frontier, Pg8Ministry of Mines redefines Northeast as critical mineral frontier, sparking debate on inclusive development and land rights amidst global demand for strategic resources.Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas8 Jun, 2026From borderland to India’s strategic resource frontier, Pg8Ministry of Mines redefines Northeast as critical mineral frontier, sparking debate on inclusive development and land rights amidst global demand for strategic resources.8 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
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.How China's reduced oil imports have helped India, Pg15China's reduced oil imports amid West Asia crisis indirectly aid India by easing supply crunch and stabilizing prices.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.1 Jun, 2026How China's reduced oil imports have helped India, Pg15China's reduced oil imports amid West Asia crisis indirectly aid India by easing supply crunch and stabilizing prices.1 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.S. draw up deal on rare earth elements, Pg1India and U.S. collaborate on critical minerals framework amidst China's export controls, aiming to secure supply chains and boost technology.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.27 May, 2026India, U.S. draw up deal on rare earth elements, Pg1India and U.S. collaborate on critical minerals framework amidst China's export controls, aiming to secure supply chains and boost technology.27 May, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyThe global impact of Indonesia’s export policy shift, Pg8Indonesia centralizes commodity exports under state agency, impacting global markets and raising concerns over economic control and investment risks.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy27 May, 2026The global impact of Indonesia’s export policy shift, Pg8Indonesia centralizes commodity exports under state agency, impacting global markets and raising concerns over economic control and investment risks.27 May, 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.Energy to rare earth to Fiji port: Quad bid to counter China rise in Indo-Pacific, Pg3Quad strengthens Indo-Pacific strategy, countering China with maritime surveillance, Fiji port enhancement, and critical minerals framework between India and US.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.27 May, 2026Energy to rare earth to Fiji port: Quad bid to counter China rise in Indo-Pacific, Pg3Quad strengthens Indo-Pacific strategy, countering China with maritime surveillance, Fiji port enhancement, and critical minerals framework between India and US.27 May, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesAmid West Asia conflict squeeze, unravelling the real cost of India’s fertiliser imports, Pg8India's fertiliser import bill surges to $27.2 billion amid West Asia conflict, impacting prices and rupee value.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices26 May, 2026Amid West Asia conflict squeeze, unravelling the real cost of India’s fertiliser imports, Pg8India's fertiliser import bill surges to $27.2 billion amid West Asia conflict, impacting prices and rupee value.26 May, 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 InterestsIran submits fresh plan, says U.S. open to ‘waive’ sanctions, Pg1Iran proposes 14-point plan to U.S. via Pakistan, seeking sanctions relief and Strait of Hormuz control amid tensions.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 Interests19 May, 2026Iran submits fresh plan, says U.S. open to ‘waive’ sanctions, Pg1Iran proposes 14-point plan to U.S. via Pakistan, seeking sanctions relief and Strait of Hormuz control amid tensions.19 May, 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.OPEC+ agrees 3rd oil output quota hike since Hormuz closure, Pg13OPEC+ agrees to a modest oil output hike for June amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions, signaling market control despite limited impact.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 May, 2026OPEC+ agrees 3rd oil output quota hike since Hormuz closure, Pg13OPEC+ agrees to a modest oil output hike for June amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions, signaling market control despite limited impact.4 May, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsConservation, Pollution and DegradationDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsConservation, Pollution and DegradationRare earth mining pollutes Mekong tributaries, threatens 'the world's kitchen', Pg18Unregulated rare earth mining in Myanmar and Laos threatens Mekong River, impacting food exports and livelihoods across Southeast Asia.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsConservation, Pollution and DegradationDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsConservation, Pollution and Degradation30 Apr, 2026Rare earth mining pollutes Mekong tributaries, threatens 'the world's kitchen', Pg18Unregulated rare earth mining in Myanmar and Laos threatens Mekong River, impacting food exports and livelihoods across Southeast Asia.30 Apr, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.What UAE exit from OPEC means, Pg15UAE's OPEC exit signals potential oil price war amid shifting global dynamics, impacting importers like India dependent on crude oil.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.30 Apr, 2026What UAE exit from OPEC means, Pg15UAE's OPEC exit signals potential oil price war amid shifting global dynamics, impacting importers like India dependent on crude oil.30 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
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.In bid to bypass Hormuz chokepoint, Gulf countries scramble to ramp up infra, Pg1Gulf States accelerate infrastructure projects, including pipelines, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz amid rising geopolitical tensions and maritime traffic disruptions.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.21 Apr, 2026In bid to bypass Hormuz chokepoint, Gulf countries scramble to ramp up infra, Pg1Gulf States accelerate infrastructure projects, including pipelines, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz amid rising geopolitical tensions and maritime traffic disruptions.21 Apr, 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 ForaU.S., Iran hold direct negotiations in Pakistan as fragile truce holds, Pg1U.S. and Iran engage in direct talks in Pakistan amidst fragile truce, addressing key disagreements over Strait of Hormuz.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 Fora12 Apr, 2026U.S., Iran hold direct negotiations in Pakistan as fragile truce holds, Pg1U.S. and Iran engage in direct talks in Pakistan amidst fragile truce, addressing key disagreements over Strait of Hormuz.12 Apr, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesDifficult to replace the Gulf as a supply source, Pg17US-Iran ceasefire fragile amidst attacks; energy expert suggests Gulf oil irreplaceable despite conflicts, proposes Hormuz transit toll for stability.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesDistribution of Key Natural Resources11 Apr, 2026Difficult to replace the Gulf as a supply source, Pg17US-Iran ceasefire fragile amidst attacks; energy expert suggests Gulf oil irreplaceable despite conflicts, proposes Hormuz transit toll for stability.11 Apr, 2026
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEnvironmental Impact AssessmentSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEnvironmental Impact AssessmentIn Odisha clashes between police & tribals, bauxite mining in focus, Pg16Odisha tribals clash with police over Vedanta's Sijimali bauxite mine amid environmental and livelihood concerns, raising governance questions.Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEnvironmental Impact AssessmentSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEnvironmental Impact Assessment10 Apr, 2026In Odisha clashes between police & tribals, bauxite mining in focus, Pg16Odisha tribals clash with police over Vedanta's Sijimali bauxite mine amid environmental and livelihood concerns, raising governance questions.10 Apr, 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 West Asia, a realistic bargain may be in sight, Pg9US and Iran reach ceasefire agreement, potentially reopening Strait of Hormuz; negotiations in Islamabad seek lasting geopolitical settlement.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 Fora9 Apr, 2026In West Asia, a realistic bargain may be in sight, Pg9US and Iran reach ceasefire agreement, potentially reopening Strait of Hormuz; negotiations in Islamabad seek lasting geopolitical settlement.9 Apr, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsWater sharing, visa likely on Bangladesh Minister’s agenda, Pg12Bangladesh Foreign Minister's visit to India focuses on Ganga water treaty renewal, energy cooperation, and visa normalization amid strained relations.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations6 Apr, 2026Water sharing, visa likely on Bangladesh Minister’s agenda, Pg12Bangladesh Foreign Minister's visit to India focuses on Ganga water treaty renewal, energy cooperation, and visa normalization amid strained relations.6 Apr, 2026