Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyCentre likely to remove 11% duty on cotton as prices soar amid war, Pg13Centre considers removing 11% cotton duty until October amidst rising prices and West Asia crisis to aid textile manufacturers.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy26 May, 2026Centre likely to remove 11% duty on cotton as prices soar amid war, Pg13Centre considers removing 11% cotton duty until October amidst rising prices and West Asia crisis to aid textile manufacturers.26 May, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyCrisil: Corporate margins in FY27 may fall by 200 bps due to crisis, Pg13West Asia conflict threatens corporate profitability; Crisil forecasts 200 bps margin decline due to supply chain disruptions and rising costs.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy26 May, 2026Crisil: Corporate margins in FY27 may fall by 200 bps due to crisis, Pg13West Asia conflict threatens corporate profitability; Crisil forecasts 200 bps margin decline due to supply chain disruptions and rising costs.26 May, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomySitharaman flags '3F' concerns: Fuel, fertiliser, foreign exchange, Pg1Sitharaman highlights fuel, fertilizer, forex concerns amid West Asia crisis, emphasizes India's economic resilience and calls for confidence-building measures.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy26 May, 2026Sitharaman flags '3F' concerns: Fuel, fertiliser, foreign exchange, Pg1Sitharaman highlights fuel, fertilizer, forex concerns amid West Asia crisis, emphasizes India's economic resilience and calls for confidence-building measures.26 May, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.The U.S. ends Russia oil waiver, implications for India, Pg6U.S. tightens Russia oil sanctions impacting India's energy security amid geopolitical tensions and market volatility, threatening economic stability.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.25 May, 2026The U.S. ends Russia oil waiver, implications for India, Pg6U.S. tightens Russia oil sanctions impacting India's energy security amid geopolitical tensions and market volatility, threatening economic stability.25 May, 2026
Effects of Globalization on Indian SocietyEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffects of Globalization on Indian SocietyEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndians spent $623 mn on foreign holidays, card settlements in March, Pg9Indians splurge $623 million on foreign holidays in March; RBI data reveals travel trends and LRS impact.Effects of Globalization on Indian SocietyEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffects of Globalization on Indian SocietyEffects of Liberalization on the Economy24 May, 2026Indians spent $623 mn on foreign holidays, card settlements in March, Pg9Indians splurge $623 million on foreign holidays in March; RBI data reveals travel trends and LRS impact.24 May, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyFY26 gross FDI at record $95 bn, but net inflows only $7.7 bn: RBI data, Pg18India's gross FDI hits record $94.53 billion in FY26, but net inflows remain low at $7.65 billion due to repatriations.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy23 May, 2026FY26 gross FDI at record $95 bn, but net inflows only $7.7 bn: RBI data, Pg18India's gross FDI hits record $94.53 billion in FY26, but net inflows remain low at $7.65 billion due to repatriations.23 May, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyShould the rupee be left to depreciate?, Pg10Rupee depreciation debate intensifies as experts clash on RBI intervention amid rising oil prices and speculative capital outflows.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy22 May, 2026Should the rupee be left to depreciate?, Pg10Rupee depreciation debate intensifies as experts clash on RBI intervention amid rising oil prices and speculative capital outflows.22 May, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIT and ComputersIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIT and ComputersINDIA'S BANKING, FINANCE GCC ECOSYSTEM, Pg13India's Banking and Finance GCCs boom with AI/ML capabilities, but job cuts loom due to automation.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIT and ComputersIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIT and Computers22 May, 2026INDIA'S BANKING, FINANCE GCC ECOSYSTEM, Pg13India's Banking and Finance GCCs boom with AI/ML capabilities, but job cuts loom due to automation.22 May, 2026
Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthThe warning signs in India’s import bill, Pg8Modi urges import reduction amidst widening trade deficit of $333 billion, driven by gold, oil, and electronics imports.Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth19 May, 2026The warning signs in India’s import bill, Pg8Modi urges import reduction amidst widening trade deficit of $333 billion, driven by gold, oil, and electronics imports.19 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia eyes trade pact with Oman amid turmoil, FTA starts June 1, Pg1India-Oman FTA, effective June 1, aims to boost trade amid West Asia turmoil, offering alternative routes and zero-duty access.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy19 May, 2026India eyes trade pact with Oman amid turmoil, FTA starts June 1, Pg1India-Oman FTA, effective June 1, aims to boost trade amid West Asia turmoil, offering alternative routes and zero-duty access.19 May, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyAmount withdrawn by foreign investors in May, Pg8Foreign investors withdraw ₹27,048 crore from Indian equities in May, escalating 2026 outflows to ₹2.2 lakh crore.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy18 May, 2026Amount withdrawn by foreign investors in May, Pg8Foreign investors withdraw ₹27,048 crore from Indian equities in May, escalating 2026 outflows to ₹2.2 lakh crore.18 May, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyAs rupee stares at 100 to a $, policymakers engage with a lesson from just three years ago, Pg1Rupee plunges to record low of 96 against dollar amid West Asia crisis, raising fears of breaching 100 mark.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy18 May, 2026As rupee stares at 100 to a $, policymakers engage with a lesson from just three years ago, Pg1Rupee plunges to record low of 96 against dollar amid West Asia crisis, raising fears of breaching 100 mark.18 May, 2026
Government BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Government BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Sovereign Gold Bonds missed amid PM's austerity appeal, import duty hike, Pg11Rupee fall prompts gold import duty hike; Sovereign Gold Bonds discontinued despite high returns and easing import bill strain.Government BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Government BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.17 May, 2026Sovereign Gold Bonds missed amid PM's austerity appeal, import duty hike, Pg11Rupee fall prompts gold import duty hike; Sovereign Gold Bonds discontinued despite high returns and easing import bill strain.17 May, 2026
Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomySingapore pips UAE as India's second largest export destination, Pg11Singapore overtakes UAE as India's second-largest export destination amidst West Asia tensions and Strait of Hormuz closure.Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy17 May, 2026Singapore pips UAE as India's second largest export destination, Pg11Singapore overtakes UAE as India's second-largest export destination amidst West Asia tensions and Strait of Hormuz closure.17 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIntra-BRICS trade accounts for just 5% of global trade: Comm secy, Pg11Intra-BRICS trade surges to $1.17 trillion, yet represents only 5% of global trade, signaling untapped economic potential.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy17 May, 2026Intra-BRICS trade accounts for just 5% of global trade: Comm secy, Pg11Intra-BRICS trade surges to $1.17 trillion, yet represents only 5% of global trade, signaling untapped economic potential.17 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia’s goods exports climb to $43.6 billion, Pg1India's merchandise exports surge 14% to $43.6 billion in April 2026, driven by diversification and price increases.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy16 May, 2026India’s goods exports climb to $43.6 billion, Pg1India's merchandise exports surge 14% to $43.6 billion in April 2026, driven by diversification and price increases.16 May, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyRupee crosses 96/$, hits new low as oil surge fans worries, Pg17Rupee plummets to record low of 96.1350 against dollar amidst surging oil prices and persistent capital outflows.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy16 May, 2026Rupee crosses 96/$, hits new low as oil surge fans worries, Pg17Rupee plummets to record low of 96.1350 against dollar amidst surging oil prices and persistent capital outflows.16 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyHow tax relief on bond investments will help FPIs, Pg17Government considers slashing withholding tax on bond investments from 20% to 5% to revive foreign portfolio inflows.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the Economy16 May, 2026How tax relief on bond investments will help FPIs, Pg17Government considers slashing withholding tax on bond investments from 20% to 5% to revive foreign portfolio inflows.16 May, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyCapital flight and pressure on the rupee, Pg12Capital flight threatens Indian Rupee amidst global uncertainty; RBI interventions and import duties on gold prove insufficient to resolve vulnerabilities.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy15 May, 2026Capital flight and pressure on the rupee, Pg12Capital flight threatens Indian Rupee amidst global uncertainty; RBI interventions and import duties on gold prove insufficient to resolve vulnerabilities.15 May, 2026
Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIT and ComputersEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIT and ComputersHow AI-focused GCCs are challenging traditional IT services, Pg17India's GCCs transform into AI-driven hubs, employing 2.36 million and generating $98.4 billion revenue by FY26.Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIT and ComputersEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIT and Computers15 May, 2026How AI-focused GCCs are challenging traditional IT services, Pg17India's GCCs transform into AI-driven hubs, employing 2.36 million and generating $98.4 billion revenue by FY26.15 May, 2026