India and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasChina’s ‘border defence’ villages and the challenges they pose, Pg17China is rapidly constructing "well-off villages" along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) to solidify its territorial claims and enhance its military posture. In response, India has launched the Vibrant Villages Programme to modernize its own frontier settlements and strengthen border infrastructure.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas13 Mar, 2026China’s ‘border defence’ villages and the challenges they pose, Pg17China is rapidly constructing "well-off villages" along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) to solidify its territorial claims and enhance its military posture. In response, India has launched the Vibrant Villages Programme to modernize its own frontier settlements and strengthen border infrastructure.13 Mar, 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.Is India tailing the U.S. in its West Asia policy?, Pg9India's West Asia policy scrutinized amidst Israel-Iran conflict; Experts question alignment with U.S. amid rising energy, economic risks.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.13 Mar, 2026Is India tailing the U.S. in its West Asia policy?, Pg9India's West Asia policy scrutinized amidst Israel-Iran conflict; Experts question alignment with U.S. amid rising energy, economic risks.13 Mar, 2026
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsYouth-backed RSP win signals Nepal’s new political era, Pg8Youth-backed RSP's landslide victory in Nepal signals new political era, offering India opportunity to reshape bilateral relations through development.Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations12 Mar, 2026Youth-backed RSP win signals Nepal’s new political era, Pg8Youth-backed RSP's landslide victory in Nepal signals new political era, offering India opportunity to reshape bilateral relations through development.12 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conversations with Iran to continue: Jaishankar, Pg1Jaishankar affirms continued dialogue with Iran amidst regional turmoil, prioritizing Indian citizens' safety and energy security concerns post-Khamenei assassination.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.10 Mar, 2026Conversations with Iran to continue: Jaishankar, Pg1Jaishankar affirms continued dialogue with Iran amidst regional turmoil, prioritizing Indian citizens' safety and energy security concerns post-Khamenei assassination.10 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsThe Iran war intensifies India’s strategic challenge, Pg6Iran war intensifies India's strategic challenges amid US-China rivalry, impacting regional dynamics and energy security, demanding a balanced regional policy.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State Actors10 Mar, 2026The Iran war intensifies India’s strategic challenge, Pg6Iran war intensifies India's strategic challenges amid US-China rivalry, impacting regional dynamics and energy security, demanding a balanced regional policy.10 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.National interest is not at odds with core values. Recalibrate foreign policy, Pg10US-Israel's preemptive war on Iran disrupts global order; India faces economic risks, geopolitical challenges, and needs foreign policy recalibration.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.10 Mar, 2026National interest is not at odds with core values. Recalibrate foreign policy, Pg10US-Israel's preemptive war on Iran disrupts global order; India faces economic risks, geopolitical challenges, and needs foreign policy recalibration.10 Mar, 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 InterestsWith an eye on Trump visit, China weighs Iran response, Pg14China delicately balances Iran response amid Trump visit, emphasizing diplomacy, economic stability, and cooperative relations with India and the U.S.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 Interests9 Mar, 2026With an eye on Trump visit, China weighs Iran response, Pg14China delicately balances Iran response amid Trump visit, emphasizing diplomacy, economic stability, and cooperative relations with India and the U.S.9 Mar, 2026
Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsGenerational shift, Pg6Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) secures decisive victory, signaling generational shift and frustration with traditional politics and corruption.Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations9 Mar, 2026Generational shift, Pg6Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) secures decisive victory, signaling generational shift and frustration with traditional politics and corruption.9 Mar, 2026
Population and Associated IssuesPoverty and Developmental IssuesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsPopulation and Associated IssuesPoverty and Developmental IssuesIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations'Poll results sea change in Nepal politics... RSP would be keen to partner with India', Pg14Nepal's election sees a shift in power as RSP gains prominence, signaling potential for stronger India-Nepal partnership.Population and Associated IssuesPoverty and Developmental IssuesIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsPopulation and Associated IssuesPoverty and Developmental IssuesIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations9 Mar, 2026'Poll results sea change in Nepal politics... RSP would be keen to partner with India', Pg14Nepal's election sees a shift in power as RSP gains prominence, signaling potential for stronger India-Nepal partnership.9 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaIran ship in Kochi dock: Jaishankar says 'humane... we did the right thing', Pg3India allows Iranian ship to dock in Kochi on humanitarian grounds amidst US-Iran tensions, says Jaishankar at Raisina Dialogue.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Diaspora8 Mar, 2026Iran ship in Kochi dock: Jaishankar says 'humane... we did the right thing', Pg3India allows Iranian ship to dock in Kochi on humanitarian grounds amidst US-Iran tensions, says Jaishankar at Raisina Dialogue.8 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia denies assisting U.S. Navy in attack on Iran’s ship, Pg13India has officially denied reports of any involvement in the U.S. Navy's sinking of the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena near Sri Lanka, with naval officials labeling such claims "baseless" and emphasizing that existing bilateral defense pacts do not obligate India to support American combat operations.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations7 Mar, 2026India denies assisting U.S. Navy in attack on Iran’s ship, Pg13India has officially denied reports of any involvement in the U.S. Navy's sinking of the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena near Sri Lanka, with naval officials labeling such claims "baseless" and emphasizing that existing bilateral defense pacts do not obligate India to support American combat operations.7 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentBracing for a crisis that goes beyond oil, Pg11Geopolitical tensions in West Asia threaten India's economy via trade disruptions, reduced remittances, and weakened capital inflows, exacerbating existing vulnerabilities.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndian DiasporaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment7 Mar, 2026Bracing for a crisis that goes beyond oil, Pg11Geopolitical tensions in West Asia threaten India's economy via trade disruptions, reduced remittances, and weakened capital inflows, exacerbating existing vulnerabilities.7 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndian DiasporaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndian Diaspora9,000 Indians stuck in Iran, Centre works on plan to bring them home, Pg1India plans evacuation of 9,000 citizens from Iran amidst escalating US-Israel conflict, exploring land routes via Armenia, Turkmenistan.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndian DiasporaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndian Diaspora7 Mar, 20269,000 Indians stuck in Iran, Centre works on plan to bring them home, Pg1India plans evacuation of 9,000 citizens from Iran amidst escalating US-Israel conflict, exploring land routes via Armenia, Turkmenistan.7 Mar, 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 InterestsSri Lanka evacuates the crew of second Iranian ship near its territorial waters, Pg1Sri Lanka navigates escalating West Asia conflict, evacuating Iranian ship crew after alleged US submarine attack near its waters.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 Interests6 Mar, 2026Sri Lanka evacuates the crew of second Iranian ship near its territorial waters, Pg1Sri Lanka navigates escalating West Asia conflict, evacuating Iranian ship crew after alleged US submarine attack near its waters.6 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.In sinking of the Dena, a Catch-22 for India, Pg10US submarine sinks Iranian warship near India, raising concerns over regional security and India's maritime awareness capabilities.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.6 Mar, 2026In sinking of the Dena, a Catch-22 for India, Pg10US submarine sinks Iranian warship near India, raising concerns over regional security and India's maritime awareness capabilities.6 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsWhat will Nepal’s landmark general election decide, pg10Nepal is holding a landmark general election on Thursday, triggered two years ahead of schedule by a violent youth-led uprising. The vote serves as a critical referendum on the country's "revolving-door" political establishment, with voters seeking to replace an aging political class with new technocratic and centrist alternatives.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations5 Mar, 2026What will Nepal’s landmark general election decide, pg10Nepal is holding a landmark general election on Thursday, triggered two years ahead of schedule by a violent youth-led uprising. The vote serves as a critical referendum on the country's "revolving-door" political establishment, with voters seeking to replace an aging political class with new technocratic and centrist alternatives.5 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasU.S. sinks Iranian vessel near Sri Lanka, pg1U.S. submarine sinks Iranian frigate IRIS Dena off Sri Lanka using a torpedo, marking a historic military action and signaling a significant escalation of the West Asian conflict near the Indian subcontinent.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas5 Mar, 2026U.S. sinks Iranian vessel near Sri Lanka, pg1U.S. submarine sinks Iranian frigate IRIS Dena off Sri Lanka using a torpedo, marking a historic military action and signaling a significant escalation of the West Asian conflict near the Indian subcontinent.5 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India cannot remain ‘impervious’ if its citizens are hurt in Gulf conflict: govt., Pg11India expresses 'grave anxiety' over Gulf conflict, prioritizes safety of 1 crore citizens, warns of trade, energy supply chain disruptions.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.4 Mar, 2026India cannot remain ‘impervious’ if its citizens are hurt in Gulf conflict: govt., Pg11India expresses 'grave anxiety' over Gulf conflict, prioritizes safety of 1 crore citizens, warns of trade, energy supply chain disruptions.4 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaUnderstanding geopolitical factors behind India’s silence over Khamenei death, Pg11India's strategic silence on Khamenei's death reflects complex geopolitical balancing act amid US sanctions, ties with Israel and Gulf nations.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Diaspora4 Mar, 2026Understanding geopolitical factors behind India’s silence over Khamenei death, Pg11India's strategic silence on Khamenei's death reflects complex geopolitical balancing act amid US sanctions, ties with Israel and Gulf nations.4 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaThe Gulf stream, Pg17Millions of Indians in Gulf face uncertainty amidst rising tensions; India prioritizes their safety and well-being, assures support.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Diaspora4 Mar, 2026The Gulf stream, Pg17Millions of Indians in Gulf face uncertainty amidst rising tensions; India prioritizes their safety and well-being, assures support.4 Mar, 2026