Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIT and ComputersEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIT and ComputersChina's grand plan: To shape what AI learns and remembers, Pg14China unveils ambitious plan to become a global data powerhouse, shaping AI's learning to counter Western influence and gain strategic technological advantage.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIT and ComputersEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIT and Computers18 Aug, 2026China's grand plan: To shape what AI learns and remembers, Pg14China unveils ambitious plan to become a global data powerhouse, shaping AI's learning to counter Western influence and gain strategic technological advantage.18 Aug, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentWhy India is finding it difficult to buy critical mineral assets abroad, expand footprint, Pg13India's KABIL struggles to secure critical mineral assets abroad, facing high valuations, volatile prices, and financial constraints, impacting strategic resource security.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment18 Aug, 2026Why India is finding it difficult to buy critical mineral assets abroad, expand footprint, Pg13India's KABIL struggles to secure critical mineral assets abroad, facing high valuations, volatile prices, and financial constraints, impacting strategic resource security.18 Aug, 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.60 days on, a disturbing US-Iran stalemate, Pg10US-Iran 60-day peace window expires, escalating economic warfare and regional conflict, threatening global stability and India's energy interests.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.18 Aug, 202660 days on, a disturbing US-Iran stalemate, Pg10US-Iran 60-day peace window expires, escalating economic warfare and regional conflict, threatening global stability and India's energy interests.18 Aug, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologySpace TechnologyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologySpace TechnologyAfter January launch vehicle debacle, GISAT-1A take-off in September to end ISRO's seven-month operational hiatus, Pg6ISRO ends seven-month launch hiatus with GISAT-1A, while strategically joining NASA's Moon Base program and Artemis Accords for advanced space exploration.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologySpace TechnologyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologySpace Technology18 Aug, 2026After January launch vehicle debacle, GISAT-1A take-off in September to end ISRO's seven-month operational hiatus, Pg6ISRO ends seven-month launch hiatus with GISAT-1A, while strategically joining NASA's Moon Base program and Artemis Accords for advanced space exploration.18 Aug, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthDecoding India’s growth in merchandise exports, Pg7India's merchandise exports surge 20% to $44.2 billion in July 2026, driven by petroleum and electronics, despite widening trade deficit and West Asia conflict.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth18 Aug, 2026Decoding India’s growth in merchandise exports, Pg7India's merchandise exports surge 20% to $44.2 billion in July 2026, driven by petroleum and electronics, despite widening trade deficit and West Asia conflict.18 Aug, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsTrump envoys meet mediators, Israel strikes Gaza, Pg2Trump envoys meet mediators in Cairo for Gaza peace plan amidst Israeli airstrikes and regional condemnation of Israel's rejection.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests17 Aug, 2026Trump envoys meet mediators, Israel strikes Gaza, Pg2Trump envoys meet mediators in Cairo for Gaza peace plan amidst Israeli airstrikes and regional condemnation of Israel's rejection.17 Aug, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia is losing West Asia, but it is not too late, Pg8India's influence wanes in West Asia amidst regional conflicts and shifting alliances, necessitating a proactive diplomatic strategy to protect its strategic interests.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests17 Aug, 2026India is losing West Asia, but it is not too late, Pg8India's influence wanes in West Asia amidst regional conflicts and shifting alliances, necessitating a proactive diplomatic strategy to protect its strategic interests.17 Aug, 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.Accept High Oil Prices, Trump Tells U.S. As Iran Defiant On Strait, Pg1Trump urges Americans to accept higher fuel prices amidst escalating US-Iran tensions and Iran's defiance over the strategic Strait of Hormuz blockade.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.16 Aug, 2026Accept High Oil Prices, Trump Tells U.S. As Iran Defiant On Strait, Pg1Trump urges Americans to accept higher fuel prices amidst escalating US-Iran tensions and Iran's defiance over the strategic Strait of Hormuz blockade.16 Aug, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSouth Korea proposes talks with North to formally end Korean War, Pg14South Korea proposes historic talks with North Korea to formally end the Korean War, as Pyongyang strengthens Russia ties and asserts nuclear status.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests16 Aug, 2026South Korea proposes talks with North to formally end Korean War, Pg14South Korea proposes historic talks with North Korea to formally end the Korean War, as Pyongyang strengthens Russia ties and asserts nuclear status.16 Aug, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace TechnologyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace Technology‘Despite reputation, India’s per-unit space launch cost highest’, Pg11New analysis reveals India's per-unit space launch cost is highest globally, challenging its cost-effective image and raising geopolitical concerns.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace TechnologyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace Technology16 Aug, 2026‘Despite reputation, India’s per-unit space launch cost highest’, Pg11New analysis reveals India's per-unit space launch cost is highest globally, challenging its cost-effective image and raising geopolitical concerns.16 Aug, 2026
Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaPoverty and HungerEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaPoverty and HungerEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityThe threat to food prices: Weather and renewed war, Pg4Escalating Russia-Ukraine conflict and adverse European weather conditions are significantly driving up international food prices, impacting global grain trade.Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaPoverty and HungerEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaPoverty and HungerEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBuffer Stocks and Food Security15 Aug, 2026The threat to food prices: Weather and renewed war, Pg4Escalating Russia-Ukraine conflict and adverse European weather conditions are significantly driving up international food prices, impacting global grain trade.15 Aug, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentWPI inflation eases to 9.78% in July on softening in fuel prices, Pg29Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation eased to 9.78% in July, marking the first month-on-month fall in nine months, driven by softening fuel and food prices.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment15 Aug, 2026WPI inflation eases to 9.78% in July on softening in fuel prices, Pg29Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation eased to 9.78% in July, marking the first month-on-month fall in nine months, driven by softening fuel and food prices.15 Aug, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesIndia Locks In 1.7 Million Tonnes Of Urea Imports At Sharply Lower Price, Pg25India secures 1.7 million tonnes of urea imports at sharply reduced prices of $390-$393 per tonne, ensuring critical supply for the upcoming rabi crop.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices15 Aug, 2026India Locks In 1.7 Million Tonnes Of Urea Imports At Sharply Lower Price, Pg25India secures 1.7 million tonnes of urea imports at sharply reduced prices of $390-$393 per tonne, ensuring critical supply for the upcoming rabi crop.15 Aug, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsUS Vows Tougher Sanctions On Iran As 2 Ships Hit In Strait, Pg2US vows tougher sanctions on Iran after two ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz, threatening naval blockade and economic isolation.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests15 Aug, 2026US Vows Tougher Sanctions On Iran As 2 Ships Hit In Strait, Pg2US vows tougher sanctions on Iran after two ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz, threatening naval blockade and economic isolation.15 Aug, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityKerch Strait warning, a call for vigilance, Pg14Escalating Black Sea tensions and Kerch Strait strikes revive global food crisis fears, threatening commodity prices and supply chains worldwide.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentBuffer Stocks and Food Security15 Aug, 2026Kerch Strait warning, a call for vigilance, Pg14Escalating Black Sea tensions and Kerch Strait strikes revive global food crisis fears, threatening commodity prices and supply chains worldwide.15 Aug, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, 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.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, 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.Iran President to Visit India for BRICS Summit, Pg13Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to visit India for the 15th BRICS Summit, holding bilateral talks on Chabahar port and West Asia.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, 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.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, 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.15 Aug, 2026Iran President to Visit India for BRICS Summit, Pg13Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to visit India for the 15th BRICS Summit, holding bilateral talks on Chabahar port and West Asia.15 Aug, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndia Helps China Evade Tariffs, Claims U.S. Report, Pg1U.S. report, 'The Great Transshipment Scam,' alleges India helps China evade U.S. tariffs, impacting global supply chains and trade relations.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth15 Aug, 2026India Helps China Evade Tariffs, Claims U.S. Report, Pg1U.S. report, 'The Great Transshipment Scam,' alleges India helps China evade U.S. tariffs, impacting global supply chains and trade relations.15 Aug, 2026
Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSalient Features of World's Physical GeographyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsWho Controls Strait Of Hormuz? Competing Claims By Iran And US, Pg2Iran's Basij unit head claims control of strategic Strait of Hormuz, directly contradicting US President's assertion of total US dominance.Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSalient Features of World's Physical GeographyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests14 Aug, 2026Who Controls Strait Of Hormuz? Competing Claims By Iran And US, Pg2Iran's Basij unit head claims control of strategic Strait of Hormuz, directly contradicting US President's assertion of total US dominance.14 Aug, 2026
Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityKyiv Seeks Patriot Missiles As Russia Hits Danube Port, Pg2Russia strikes Ukraine's Danube grain export port, damaging infrastructure; Kyiv urgently requests US Patriot missiles amidst escalating conflict and falling grain exports.Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsBuffer Stocks and Food Security14 Aug, 2026Kyiv Seeks Patriot Missiles As Russia Hits Danube Port, Pg2Russia strikes Ukraine's Danube grain export port, damaging infrastructure; Kyiv urgently requests US Patriot missiles amidst escalating conflict and falling grain exports.14 Aug, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: 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 InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Goods Exports Surge 20% As India Diversifies Trade, Pg1India's merchandise exports surge 20% to $44.2 billion in July, driven by diversification and new routes despite West Asia turmoil.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: 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 InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.14 Aug, 2026Goods Exports Surge 20% As India Diversifies Trade, Pg1India's merchandise exports surge 20% to $44.2 billion in July, driven by diversification and new routes despite West Asia turmoil.14 Aug, 2026