India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndia, Malaysia ink pacts to expand strategic ties, Pg1India and Malaysia strengthen strategic ties with 11 agreements focusing on trade, defence, and counter-terrorism cooperation in Indo-Pacific region.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora9 Feb, 2026India, Malaysia ink pacts to expand strategic ties, Pg1India and Malaysia strengthen strategic ties with 11 agreements focusing on trade, defence, and counter-terrorism cooperation in Indo-Pacific region.9 Feb, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBasics of Cyber SecuritySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBasics of Cyber SecuritySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasMyanmar’s military-scripted polls, India’s strategic bind, Pg6Myanmar's military-staged elections deepen India's strategic challenges amid rising instability, refugee influx, and stalled connectivity projects, demanding a balanced diplomatic approach.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBasics of Cyber SecuritySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBasics of Cyber SecuritySecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas9 Feb, 2026Myanmar’s military-scripted polls, India’s strategic bind, Pg6Myanmar's military-staged elections deepen India's strategic challenges amid rising instability, refugee influx, and stalled connectivity projects, demanding a balanced diplomatic approach.9 Feb, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismOn terrorism, no double standards, no compromise: PM Modi in Malaysia, Pg1India and Malaysia strengthen ties with agreements on counter-terrorism, trade, digital payments, and defence cooperation, signalling a strategic partnership shift.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsLinkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism9 Feb, 2026On terrorism, no double standards, no compromise: PM Modi in Malaysia, Pg1India and Malaysia strengthen ties with agreements on counter-terrorism, trade, digital payments, and defence cooperation, signalling a strategic partnership shift.9 Feb, 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.$120 million committed to Chabahar port in Iran completely paid: Centre, Pg1India completes $120M Chabahar port commitment amid U.S. sanctions, future uncertain as Iran awaits Delhi's decision post-April 2026 waiver.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.7 Feb, 2026$120 million committed to Chabahar port in Iran completely paid: Centre, Pg1India completes $120M Chabahar port commitment amid U.S. sanctions, future uncertain as Iran awaits Delhi's decision post-April 2026 waiver.7 Feb, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateDAC to weigh acquisition of Rafale ahead of Macron visit, Pg12India to consider Rafale fighter aircraft acquisition from France ahead of President Macron's visit to boost defence capabilities.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate6 Feb, 2026DAC to weigh acquisition of Rafale ahead of Macron visit, Pg12India to consider Rafale fighter aircraft acquisition from France ahead of President Macron's visit to boost defence capabilities.6 Feb, 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.India's Russia challenge — balance old ties, new reality (Trump's claim that India 'agreed to stop buying Russian oil' has put New Delhi in a diplomatically tricky position with a longtime ally), Pg15Trump's claim of India halting Russian oil imports strains Delhi-Moscow ties amid evolving geopolitical dynamics and economic pressures.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 Feb, 2026India's Russia challenge — balance old ties, new reality (Trump's claim that India 'agreed to stop buying Russian oil' has put New Delhi in a diplomatically tricky position with a longtime ally), Pg15Trump's claim of India halting Russian oil imports strains Delhi-Moscow ties amid evolving geopolitical dynamics and economic pressures.6 Feb, 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 tariff cloud lifting, India-US can shape balance of power in Asia & world, Pg12India and US trade deal finalized, paving way for deeper cooperation amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics with China, Russia and Pakistan.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 Interests4 Feb, 2026With tariff cloud lifting, India-US can shape balance of power in Asia & world, Pg12India and US trade deal finalized, paving way for deeper cooperation amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics with China, Russia and Pakistan.4 Feb, 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 InterestsSignals from the India-Arab Delhi Declaration, Pg12India, Arab League reaffirm commitment to regional stability, address conflicts in Yemen, Libya, Sudan, and reiterate support for Palestine's sovereignty.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 Interests3 Feb, 2026Signals from the India-Arab Delhi Declaration, Pg12India, Arab League reaffirm commitment to regional stability, address conflicts in Yemen, Libya, Sudan, and reiterate support for Palestine's sovereignty.3 Feb, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingNo allocation for Chabahar port amid U.S. tariff pressure, Pg19Chabahar port project faces funding freeze amid U.S. tariff threats; India recalibrates foreign aid allocations to neighbors.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment Budgeting2 Feb, 2026No allocation for Chabahar port amid U.S. tariff pressure, Pg19Chabahar port project faces funding freeze amid U.S. tariff threats; India recalibrates foreign aid allocations to neighbors.2 Feb, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasWill removing curbs on Chinese FDI help India?, Pg9India reconsiders Chinese FDI curbs to boost manufacturing, exports, and reduce trade deficit amid geopolitical shifts and supply chain adjustments.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas30 Jan, 2026Will removing curbs on Chinese FDI help India?, Pg9India reconsiders Chinese FDI curbs to boost manufacturing, exports, and reduce trade deficit amid geopolitical shifts and supply chain adjustments.30 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBangladesh signs defence deal with China to set up UAV production plant, Pg16Bangladesh partners with China to establish UAV production facility, enhancing defence capabilities and regional strategic dynamics amidst geopolitical shifts.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements29 Jan, 2026Bangladesh signs defence deal with China to set up UAV production plant, Pg16Bangladesh partners with China to establish UAV production facility, enhancing defence capabilities and regional strategic dynamics amidst geopolitical shifts.29 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismIran's shadow fleet is fuelling Myanmar junta's air assault, Pg2Iran's illicit fuel shipments enable Myanmar junta's air strikes on civilian targets, intensifying civil war and violating sanctions.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsLinkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism28 Jan, 2026Iran's shadow fleet is fuelling Myanmar junta's air assault, Pg2Iran's illicit fuel shipments enable Myanmar junta's air strikes on civilian targets, intensifying civil war and violating sanctions.28 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Navy squadron boosts maritime ties with Indonesia, Pg16Indian Navy's First Training Squadron enhances maritime cooperation with Indonesian Navy through port call, professional exchanges, and joint training exercises.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements26 Jan, 2026Indian Navy squadron boosts maritime ties with Indonesia, Pg16Indian Navy's First Training Squadron enhances maritime cooperation with Indonesian Navy through port call, professional exchanges, and joint training exercises.26 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentCentre's panel affirms Ratle hydel project green nod validity until Dec 20, Pg15Ratle Hydroelectric Project's environmental clearance extended till 2030 amidst Indus Water Treaty considerations and project delays.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact Assessment24 Jan, 2026Centre's panel affirms Ratle hydel project green nod validity until Dec 20, Pg15Ratle Hydroelectric Project's environmental clearance extended till 2030 amidst Indus Water Treaty considerations and project delays.24 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaAs Trump unveils his Board of Peace, Delhi waits, watches, Pg1India cautiously assesses Trump's 'Board of Peace' initiative amid concerns over legitimacy, UN framework, and potential geopolitical implications.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora23 Jan, 2026As Trump unveils his Board of Peace, Delhi waits, watches, Pg1India cautiously assesses Trump's 'Board of Peace' initiative amid concerns over legitimacy, UN framework, and potential geopolitical implications.23 Jan, 2026
Education SectorIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEducation SectorIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEnhancing China-India youth ties, Pg9China emphasizes youth engagement for stronger Sino-Indian ties amidst growing trade and cultural exchanges post-pandemic, aiming for mutual growth.Education SectorIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEducation SectorIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements21 Jan, 2026Enhancing China-India youth ties, Pg9China emphasizes youth engagement for stronger Sino-Indian ties amidst growing trade and cultural exchanges post-pandemic, aiming for mutual growth.21 Jan, 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 ‘Donroe doctrine’, a broken international order, Pg8US 'Donroe Doctrine' resurgence signals shifting global order; China's rise challenges US supremacy, impacting India's strategic choices.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 Actors21 Jan, 2026The ‘Donroe doctrine’, a broken international order, Pg8US 'Donroe Doctrine' resurgence signals shifting global order; China's rise challenges US supremacy, impacting India's strategic choices.21 Jan, 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 InterestsBridging the Gulf, Pg8India and UAE forge strategic defence partnership amidst Gulf tensions, aiming for $200 billion trade and regional stability.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 Interests21 Jan, 2026Bridging the Gulf, Pg8India and UAE forge strategic defence partnership amidst Gulf tensions, aiming for $200 billion trade and regional stability.21 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaSelective targeting on tariffs, says Jaishankar, flags Poland minister's outreach to Pakistan, Pg1Jaishankar voices concerns over US tariffs and Poland's outreach to Pakistan, amidst Gaza peace plan considerations.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora20 Jan, 2026Selective targeting on tariffs, says Jaishankar, flags Poland minister's outreach to Pakistan, Pg1Jaishankar voices concerns over US tariffs and Poland's outreach to Pakistan, amidst Gaza peace plan considerations.20 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsUAE President arrives today, to hold bilateral talks with PM, Pg11UAE President's visit to India aims to bolster strategic ties amidst Yemen conflict and growing India-UAE trade exceeding $100 billion.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements19 Jan, 2026UAE President arrives today, to hold bilateral talks with PM, Pg11UAE President's visit to India aims to bolster strategic ties amidst Yemen conflict and growing India-UAE trade exceeding $100 billion.19 Jan, 2026