Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India may look at increasing Russian oil imports as flows via Hormuz dry up, Pg15Geopolitical tensions disrupt Hormuz oil flows; India considers boosting Russian crude imports for energy security amid supply concerns.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.3 Mar, 2026India may look at increasing Russian oil imports as flows via Hormuz dry up, Pg15Geopolitical tensions disrupt Hormuz oil flows; India considers boosting Russian crude imports for energy security amid supply concerns.3 Mar, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentCAD widens to 1.3% in Q3, reserves shrink by $24.4-bn, Pg15India's CAD widens to 1.3% of GDP in Q3 2025-26, forex reserves shrink by $24.4 billion amidst trade deficit.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment3 Mar, 2026CAD widens to 1.3% in Q3, reserves shrink by $24.4-bn, Pg15India's CAD widens to 1.3% of GDP in Q3 2025-26, forex reserves shrink by $24.4 billion amidst trade deficit.3 Mar, 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.Exporters worried by UAE trade disruption, rise in freight rates, Pg15West Asia conflict disrupts India-UAE trade, raising exporter concerns over freight rates and supply chain vulnerabilities post FTA.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.3 Mar, 2026Exporters worried by UAE trade disruption, rise in freight rates, Pg15West Asia conflict disrupts India-UAE trade, raising exporter concerns over freight rates and supply chain vulnerabilities post FTA.3 Mar, 2026
Indian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentAs conflict roils markets, pain will be felt widely, Pg10West Asia conflict triggers market turmoil; Sensex plunges 1.29%, oil prices surge, impacting Indian economy and diaspora remittances.Indian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment3 Mar, 2026As conflict roils markets, pain will be felt widely, Pg10West Asia conflict triggers market turmoil; Sensex plunges 1.29%, oil prices surge, impacting Indian economy and diaspora remittances.3 Mar, 2026
Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsGovernment BudgetingPressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsGovernment BudgetingEPFO trustees for 8.25% rate, its investment panel had suggested 8.1%, Pg1EPFO retains 8.25% interest rate for 2025-26 despite internal panel suggesting 8.1%, projecting a deficit of ₹944.06 crore.Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsGovernment BudgetingPressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsGovernment Budgeting3 Mar, 2026EPFO trustees for 8.25% rate, its investment panel had suggested 8.1%, Pg1EPFO retains 8.25% interest rate for 2025-26 despite internal panel suggesting 8.1%, projecting a deficit of ₹944.06 crore.3 Mar, 2026
Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsWhy key to coconut cultivation today is sustainability, not productivity, PgIICoconut Promotion Scheme: Prioritizing climate resilience and disease resistance over mere productivity for sustainable coconut cultivation amidst climate change challenges.Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems2 Mar, 2026Why key to coconut cultivation today is sustainability, not productivity, PgIICoconut Promotion Scheme: Prioritizing climate resilience and disease resistance over mere productivity for sustainable coconut cultivation amidst climate change challenges.2 Mar, 2026
Inclusive GrowthPopulation and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorInclusive GrowthPopulation and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorSkill India as herculean challenges, Galgotian blunders, Pg6CAG report reveals financial irregularities in Skill India scheme; experts propose skill loans, vouchers, and levies for effective implementation.Inclusive GrowthPopulation and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorInclusive GrowthPopulation and Associated IssuesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation Sector2 Mar, 2026Skill India as herculean challenges, Galgotian blunders, Pg6CAG report reveals financial irregularities in Skill India scheme; experts propose skill loans, vouchers, and levies for effective implementation.2 Mar, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureConstitutional BodiesGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureConstitutional BodiesGovernment BudgetingSixteenth Finance Commission — misses and concerns, Pg6Sixteenth Finance Commission retains states' share at 41%, recommends 'grand bargain' on cesses, raises concerns about fiscal impact.Union State Relations and Federal StructureConstitutional BodiesGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureConstitutional BodiesGovernment Budgeting2 Mar, 2026Sixteenth Finance Commission — misses and concerns, Pg6Sixteenth Finance Commission retains states' share at 41%, recommends 'grand bargain' on cesses, raises concerns about fiscal impact.2 Mar, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Space TechnologyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Space TechnologyCarney lands in Delhi, will meet Modi today, Pg8India and Canada aim to reset strained ties with focus on trade, tech, and energy deals after diplomatic tensions.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Space TechnologyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Space Technology2 Mar, 2026Carney lands in Delhi, will meet Modi today, Pg8India and Canada aim to reset strained ties with focus on trade, tech, and energy deals after diplomatic tensions.2 Mar, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disruption at Strait of Hormuz: India covered, for now, Pg14Strait of Hormuz disruption threatens India's energy imports; prices surge amid escalating Iran-US-Israel conflict, posing economic challenges.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.2 Mar, 2026Disruption at Strait of Hormuz: India covered, for now, Pg14Strait of Hormuz disruption threatens India's energy imports; prices surge amid escalating Iran-US-Israel conflict, posing economic challenges.2 Mar, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Navigating uncharted waters: What next for Iran, Pg14Khamenei's death escalates US-Iran conflict, threatening regional stability, global oil supply via Hormuz Strait, and India's diaspora/energy security.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.2 Mar, 2026Navigating uncharted waters: What next for Iran, Pg14Khamenei's death escalates US-Iran conflict, threatening regional stability, global oil supply via Hormuz Strait, and India's diaspora/energy security.2 Mar, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingCentre's debt target, $4-tn economy aim now more difficult to achieve, Pg12GDP data revision: Fiscal deficit target for FY26 edges up to 4.5%; $4-trillion economy aim now more difficult.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting2 Mar, 2026Centre's debt target, $4-tn economy aim now more difficult to achieve, Pg12GDP data revision: Fiscal deficit target for FY26 edges up to 4.5%; $4-trillion economy aim now more difficult.2 Mar, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Insurers rush to cancel war risk covers amid halt in Hormuz ship transits, Pg12Geopolitical Tensions Surge: Shipping firms halt Hormuz transits, insurers cancel war risk covers after US-Iran strikes, escalating maritime crisis.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.2 Mar, 2026Insurers rush to cancel war risk covers amid halt in Hormuz ship transits, Pg12Geopolitical Tensions Surge: Shipping firms halt Hormuz transits, insurers cancel war risk covers after US-Iran strikes, escalating maritime crisis.2 Mar, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingSomething is amiss in India’s debt market & it’s yet to take stock, Pg11Indian debt market faces anomalies as state bond yields match corporate bonds, raising questions about risk pricing and liquidity.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting2 Mar, 2026Something is amiss in India’s debt market & it’s yet to take stock, Pg11Indian debt market faces anomalies as state bond yields match corporate bonds, raising questions about risk pricing and liquidity.2 Mar, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingSharper data, clearer signals for the economy, Pg10New GDP series launched with richer data, revised methodologies, and GST figures, projecting 7.6% growth in 2025-26.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting2 Mar, 2026Sharper data, clearer signals for the economy, Pg10New GDP series launched with richer data, revised methodologies, and GST figures, projecting 7.6% growth in 2025-26.2 Mar, 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.How will rare earth MoU with Brazil help India?, Pg11India and Brazil sign MoU focusing on rare earth minerals exploration, strengthening supply chains and boosting competitiveness in critical sectors.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.1 Mar, 2026How will rare earth MoU with Brazil help India?, Pg11India and Brazil sign MoU focusing on rare earth minerals exploration, strengthening supply chains and boosting competitiveness in critical sectors.1 Mar, 2026
Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorPublic Distribution SystemVulnerable SectionsHealth SectorPublic Distribution SystemCentre suspends rice fortification scheme; activists back move, Pg8Government suspends rice fortification scheme citing IIT Kharagpur study on nutrient loss and shelf life concerns, activists hail decision.Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorPublic Distribution SystemVulnerable SectionsHealth SectorPublic Distribution System1 Mar, 2026Centre suspends rice fortification scheme; activists back move, Pg8Government suspends rice fortification scheme citing IIT Kharagpur study on nutrient loss and shelf life concerns, activists hail decision.1 Mar, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentCanada, India negotiating pact to double trade by 2030, says Carney, Pg6Canada and India negotiate comprehensive economic partnership agreement aiming to double bilateral trade by 2030, focusing on strategic partnership.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development1 Mar, 2026Canada, India negotiating pact to double trade by 2030, says Carney, Pg6Canada and India negotiate comprehensive economic partnership agreement aiming to double bilateral trade by 2030, focusing on strategic partnership.1 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Flights cancelled or rerouted, Pg1Airlines reroute flights as DGCA issues safety advisory for airspace over 11 West Asian countries amid escalating regional tensions.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.1 Mar, 2026Flights cancelled or rerouted, Pg1Airlines reroute flights as DGCA issues safety advisory for airspace over 11 West Asian countries amid escalating regional tensions.1 Mar, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.West Asian airspace closed; Indian airlines cancel flights, Pg7West Asia airspace closure strands passengers as tensions escalate; Indian airlines cancel flights, DGCA issues safety advisory until March 2.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.1 Mar, 2026West Asian airspace closed; Indian airlines cancel flights, Pg7West Asia airspace closure strands passengers as tensions escalate; Indian airlines cancel flights, DGCA issues safety advisory until March 2.1 Mar, 2026