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Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Lower oil prices, a window of opportunity, don't waste it, Pg13

India urged to strategically utilize lower global oil prices to fortify macroeconomic fundamentals, boost export competitiveness, and uphold fiscal credibility for enduring economic resilience.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

30 Jun, 2026

Lower oil prices, a window of opportunity, don't waste it, Pg13

India urged to strategically utilize lower global oil prices to fortify macroeconomic fundamentals, boost export competitiveness, and uphold fiscal credibility for enduring economic resilience.

30 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

July opens the biggest chapter in India-U.K. trade ties, Pg6

Landmark India-U.K. FTA, effective July 15, projects £25.5 billion annual trade surge, slashing tariffs and boosting GDP for both nations.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

29 Jun, 2026

July opens the biggest chapter in India-U.K. trade ties, Pg6

Landmark India-U.K. FTA, effective July 15, projects £25.5 billion annual trade surge, slashing tariffs and boosting GDP for both nations.

29 Jun, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Disaster and Disaster Management

Sharing waters, Pg6

Southern CMs and Union Minister inaugurate Tungabhadra dam gates, pledging inter-state water cooperation despite Upper Bhadra project disputes and critical siltation issues.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Disaster and Disaster Management

29 Jun, 2026

Sharing waters, Pg6

Southern CMs and Union Minister inaugurate Tungabhadra dam gates, pledging inter-state water cooperation despite Upper Bhadra project disputes and critical siltation issues.

29 Jun, 2026

Education Sector Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

‘Investment is casualty when industry concentration rises’, Pg7

Expert reveals India's private investment flatlines for 15 years due to rising industry concentration, skill gaps, and poor connectivity.

Education Sector Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

29 Jun, 2026

‘Investment is casualty when industry concentration rises’, Pg7

Expert reveals India's private investment flatlines for 15 years due to rising industry concentration, skill gaps, and poor connectivity.

29 Jun, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Iran oil is back, but Indian refiners aren’t rushing in, Pg15

US grants 60-day waiver for Iranian oil, but Indian refiners hesitate on large-scale imports, citing payment hurdles, sanctions risks, and China's competition.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

29 Jun, 2026

Iran oil is back, but Indian refiners aren’t rushing in, Pg15

US grants 60-day waiver for Iranian oil, but Indian refiners hesitate on large-scale imports, citing payment hurdles, sanctions risks, and China's competition.

29 Jun, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment IT and Computers

'Debt, AI boom and fragilities raise global risks', Pg13

BIS Annual Report flags escalating global risks from soaring public debt, financial instability, and AI boom, demanding urgent policy discipline.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment IT and Computers

29 Jun, 2026

'Debt, AI boom and fragilities raise global risks', Pg13

BIS Annual Report flags escalating global risks from soaring public debt, financial instability, and AI boom, demanding urgent policy discipline.

29 Jun, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Water Stress Influencing Credit Ratings, Pg13

Moody's warns water stress, climate change, and aging infrastructure now critical credit risk factors for nations and firms, flagging India's 'very high exposure'.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

29 Jun, 2026

Water Stress Influencing Credit Ratings, Pg13

Moody's warns water stress, climate change, and aging infrastructure now critical credit risk factors for nations and firms, flagging India's 'very high exposure'.

29 Jun, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

Reprieve to rupee, bond markets is short-term, Pg10

India's rupee and bond markets experience fragile, short-term recovery; geopolitical tensions, fiscal strain, and El Niño threats demand urgent domestic reforms for macroeconomic stability.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

29 Jun, 2026

Reprieve to rupee, bond markets is short-term, Pg10

India's rupee and bond markets experience fragile, short-term recovery; geopolitical tensions, fiscal strain, and El Niño threats demand urgent domestic reforms for macroeconomic stability.

29 Jun, 2026

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Capturing sunlight in a bottle and using it when needed, Pg10

Scientists develop molecular photo-switches to 'bottle' solar thermal energy, offering efficient storage for heating and cooking, complementing India's 150 GW solar capacity.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

28 Jun, 2026

Capturing sunlight in a bottle and using it when needed, Pg10

Scientists develop molecular photo-switches to 'bottle' solar thermal energy, offering efficient storage for heating and cooking, complementing India's 150 GW solar capacity.

28 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Why is Delhi’s EV policy 2.0 facing opposition?, Pg11

Delhi's ambitious EV Policy 2.0, targeting ICE vehicle bans by 2027-28, faces industry backlash over production scale, charging infrastructure, and financing gaps.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

28 Jun, 2026

Why is Delhi’s EV policy 2.0 facing opposition?, Pg11

Delhi's ambitious EV Policy 2.0, targeting ICE vehicle bans by 2027-28, faces industry backlash over production scale, charging infrastructure, and financing gaps.

28 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Investment Models

Shah attacks cab aggregators over ‘unfair’ business model, Pg8

Amit Shah attacks cab aggregators for 'unfair' practices, launches Bharat Taxi cooperative platform to empower drivers and ensure fair fares.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Investment Models

28 Jun, 2026

Shah attacks cab aggregators over ‘unfair’ business model, Pg8

Amit Shah attacks cab aggregators for 'unfair' practices, launches Bharat Taxi cooperative platform to empower drivers and ensure fair fares.

28 Jun, 2026

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Biotechnology

This hardy coffee hybrid may be your morning cup of the future, Pg10

Genomic evidence confirms climate-resilient Coffea x libex hybrid, promising higher yields and efficient processing for future global coffee production.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Biotechnology

28 Jun, 2026

This hardy coffee hybrid may be your morning cup of the future, Pg10

Genomic evidence confirms climate-resilient Coffea x libex hybrid, promising higher yields and efficient processing for future global coffee production.

28 Jun, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

EU carbon tax: Govt to shoulder 90% compliance bill of MSMEs, Pg11

India to absorb 90% of MSME compliance costs for EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, shielding exports from Rs 20 lakh per unit burden.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

28 Jun, 2026

EU carbon tax: Govt to shoulder 90% compliance bill of MSMEs, Pg11

India to absorb 90% of MSME compliance costs for EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, shielding exports from Rs 20 lakh per unit burden.

28 Jun, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

‘China’s Bangladesh ties doesn’t target third party’, Pg12

China pledges 'trusted friend' status to Bangladesh, fast-tracking Teesta project and BRI cooperation amidst high-level talks.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

27 Jun, 2026

‘China’s Bangladesh ties doesn’t target third party’, Pg12

China pledges 'trusted friend' status to Bangladesh, fast-tracking Teesta project and BRI cooperation amidst high-level talks.

27 Jun, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Public Distribution System Buffer Stocks and Food Security

NFSA amendments: 7 kg of foodgrains for a person, and maximum 35 kg for a household, Pg10

Union Food Ministry drafts NFSA amendments, proposing 7kg foodgrains per person for AAY, sparking controversy over potential reduced allocations and 'North-South divide'.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure Vulnerable Sections Public Distribution System Buffer Stocks and Food Security

27 Jun, 2026

NFSA amendments: 7 kg of foodgrains for a person, and maximum 35 kg for a household, Pg10

Union Food Ministry drafts NFSA amendments, proposing 7kg foodgrains per person for AAY, sparking controversy over potential reduced allocations and 'North-South divide'.

27 Jun, 2026

Inclusive Growth Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

The cracks beneath the peddled story of India’s growth, Pg6

Expert analysis exposes cracks in India's 'fastest-growing economy' narrative, citing deep structural weaknesses, import dependence, and weakening social safety nets amidst political diversions.

Inclusive Growth Vulnerable Sections Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

27 Jun, 2026

The cracks beneath the peddled story of India’s growth, Pg6

Expert analysis exposes cracks in India's 'fastest-growing economy' narrative, citing deep structural weaknesses, import dependence, and weakening social safety nets amidst political diversions.

27 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

India-New Zealand FTA, a modern trade partnership, Pg6

India-New Zealand FTA targets transforming modest $1.3 billion trade into a modern economic partnership, emphasizing services, compliance, and non-tariff barriers for growth.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

27 Jun, 2026

India-New Zealand FTA, a modern trade partnership, Pg6

India-New Zealand FTA targets transforming modest $1.3 billion trade into a modern economic partnership, emphasizing services, compliance, and non-tariff barriers for growth.

27 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Unleashing India's MSME export potential, Pg6

India's resilient MSMEs poised for global export surge; government targets one crore new export-ready enterprises through strategic FTAs and critical infrastructure reforms.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

27 Jun, 2026

Unleashing India's MSME export potential, Pg6

India's resilient MSMEs poised for global export surge; government targets one crore new export-ready enterprises through strategic FTAs and critical infrastructure reforms.

27 Jun, 2026

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

Goldman Sachs hikes India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.5%, Pg17

Goldman Sachs boosts India's FY27 GDP growth forecast to 6.5%, citing falling crude oil prices and easing fiscal pressures.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices

27 Jun, 2026

Goldman Sachs hikes India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.5%, Pg17

Goldman Sachs boosts India's FY27 GDP growth forecast to 6.5%, citing falling crude oil prices and easing fiscal pressures.

27 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

Tariff rates may return to 'exactly where they were', signals Bessent, Pg17

US Treasury Secretary signals return to higher Section 301 tariffs, threatening India's competitive trade edge and global deal strategy.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

27 Jun, 2026

Tariff rates may return to 'exactly where they were', signals Bessent, Pg17

US Treasury Secretary signals return to higher Section 301 tariffs, threatening India's competitive trade edge and global deal strategy.

27 Jun, 2026

Economy

Lower oil prices, a window of opportunity, don't waste it, Pg13

Lower oil prices, a window of opportunity, don't waste it, Pg13

July opens the biggest chapter in India-U.K. trade ties, Pg6

July opens the biggest chapter in India-U.K. trade ties, Pg6

Sharing waters, Pg6

Sharing waters, Pg6

‘Investment is casualty when industry concentration rises’, Pg7

‘Investment is casualty when industry concentration rises’, Pg7

Iran oil is back, but Indian refiners aren’t rushing in, Pg15

Iran oil is back, but Indian refiners aren’t rushing in, Pg15

'Debt, AI boom and fragilities raise global risks', Pg13

'Debt, AI boom and fragilities raise global risks', Pg13

Water Stress Influencing Credit Ratings, Pg13

Water Stress Influencing Credit Ratings, Pg13

Reprieve to rupee, bond markets is short-term, Pg10

Reprieve to rupee, bond markets is short-term, Pg10

Capturing sunlight in a bottle and using it when needed, Pg10

Capturing sunlight in a bottle and using it when needed, Pg10

Why is Delhi’s EV policy 2.0 facing opposition?, Pg11

Why is Delhi’s EV policy 2.0 facing opposition?, Pg11

Shah attacks cab aggregators over ‘unfair’ business model, Pg8

Shah attacks cab aggregators over ‘unfair’ business model, Pg8

This hardy coffee hybrid may be your morning cup of the future, Pg10

This hardy coffee hybrid may be your morning cup of the future, Pg10

EU carbon tax: Govt to shoulder 90% compliance bill of MSMEs, Pg11

EU carbon tax: Govt to shoulder 90% compliance bill of MSMEs, Pg11

‘China’s Bangladesh ties doesn’t target third party’, Pg12

‘China’s Bangladesh ties doesn’t target third party’, Pg12

NFSA amendments: 7 kg of foodgrains for a person, and maximum 35 kg for a household, Pg10

NFSA amendments: 7 kg of foodgrains for a person, and maximum 35 kg for a household, Pg10

The cracks beneath the peddled story of India’s growth, Pg6

The cracks beneath the peddled story of India’s growth, Pg6

India-New Zealand FTA, a modern trade partnership, Pg6

India-New Zealand FTA, a modern trade partnership, Pg6

Unleashing India's MSME export potential, Pg6

Unleashing India's MSME export potential, Pg6

Goldman Sachs hikes India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.5%, Pg17

Goldman Sachs hikes India's FY27 growth forecast to 6.5%, Pg17

Tariff rates may return to 'exactly where they were', signals Bessent, Pg17

Tariff rates may return to 'exactly where they were', signals Bessent, Pg17

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