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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life
17 Mar, 2026

Why India must electrify its kitchens, Pg8

India aims kitchen electrification to cut $26.4 billion LPG imports, boost energy sovereignty via solar, smart grids, and OpenADR technology.

Vulnerable SectionsPublic Distribution SystemBuffer Stocks and Food Security
17 Mar, 2026

Continued reliance on 2011 Census data may lead to exclusion of beneficiaries: Panel, Pg7

Parliamentary panel urges NFSA beneficiary database update, citing 2011 Census data exclusion risks for vulnerable households.

Inclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
17 Mar, 2026

Retail loans emerge as top category for write-offs by Indian banks in FY25, Pg15

Retail loans lead loan write-offs by Indian banks in FY25 at ₹45,404 crore, surpassing agriculture, industry, and MSMEs.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
17 Mar, 2026

Russian Urals crude delivered price for India at record high, Pg15

Urals crude price surges to record high for India amid West Asia conflict and US sanctions waiver.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
17 Mar, 2026

The ‘discrepancies’ in India’s new GDP data, Pg14

India's new GDP series faces scrutiny as 'discrepancies' surge, raising concerns about data credibility and inflation measurement.

Storage, Transport and Marketing of Agricultural ProduceFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
17 Mar, 2026

Centre hikes Arthiyas commission on wheat, paddy procurement, Pg12

Centre increases commission rates for Arthiyas involved in wheat and paddy procurement from Rabi Marketing Season 2026-27, benefiting Punjab and Haryana.

India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Role of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
17 Mar, 2026

NIA arrests six Ukrainians, one from US for plotting terror activities in India, Pg3

NIA busts international terror plot: Seven foreigners arrested for conspiring against India after Myanmar trip and drone deliveries.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
16 Mar, 2026

Why is the U.S. investigating India?, Pg10

U.S. investigates India, along with other nations, over trade practices and forced labor, potentially leading to renewed tariffs.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices
16 Mar, 2026

Diversify agriculture, encourage farmers to grow pulses: SC to govt., Pg12

Supreme Court directs Centre to incentivize pulse cultivation through MSP and diversification, addressing import impacts and farmer challenges.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
16 Mar, 2026

Oil prices reflect geopolitical risks, not only supply, Pg6

Geopolitical tensions drive oil price volatility, impacting India's energy security through supply chain disruptions and financial market speculations.

India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas
16 Mar, 2026

Indian tanker was loading when Fujairah terminal was attacked, Pg9

Indian tanker 'Jag Laadki' safely departs Fujairah after oil terminal attack, highlighting regional maritime security risks amidst West Asia conflict.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace Technology
16 Mar, 2026

SHANTI Act: How thorium can power India’s path to energy independence, Pg16

SHANTI Act 2025 aims to boost India's nuclear energy by leveraging thorium for energy independence and reducing proliferation risks.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
16 Mar, 2026

Why LPG sector is the worst hit by Iran war, Pg16

Iran war disrupts LPG imports via Hormuz Strait, causing shortages and prompting government to prioritize household supplies and seek alternatives.

Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth
16 Mar, 2026

Public float rules for IPO-bound cos amended, Pg13

Finance Ministry mandates 25% public shareholding within 3 years for IPO-bound companies with post-issue capital between ₹1,600-5,000 crore.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
16 Mar, 2026

How inflexible coal-fired plants harm India’s clean energy push, Pg13

Inflexible coal plants hinder India's renewable energy push, causing curtailment and financial losses, CEA proposes incentives for flexibility.

Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
16 Mar, 2026

India's FDI policy tweak for LBCs: Who stands to gain from these changes, Pg13

India eases FDI norms for land-bordering countries in key sectors, aiming to boost manufacturing and attract foreign investment.

E GovernanceInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
16 Mar, 2026

NHAI hikes FASTag Annual Pass rate: What has changed?, Pg13

NHAI increases FASTag annual pass rate to ₹3,075 for FY27, impacting millions of highway commuters nationwide.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBuffer Stocks and Food Security
16 Mar, 2026

Disruption carries a reminder: Policy reforms in fertiliser sector are overdue, Pg11

Geopolitical tensions expose India's fertiliser supply vulnerabilities; reforms needed for import diversification, subsidy rationalization, and balanced nutrient use.

World WarsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
16 Mar, 2026

Return of Russian oil signals US pragmatism, Pg10

US eases Russian oil sanctions amid energy crisis, signaling potential shift in geopolitics and US-Russia relations, impacting global markets.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesVulnerable SectionsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
16 Mar, 2026

34 cr LPG consumers: Average household use half cylinder per month, Pg1

LPG consumption patterns reveal rural households consume less despite Ujjwala Yojana, impacting energy access and economic equity nationwide.

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