Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorIndian DiasporaIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorIndian DiasporaIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentNew scheme with 'set-up grant' to get top Indian faculty overseas to return, Pg1.India woos Indian-origin scientists abroad with new scheme amid concerns over US higher education policies and global competition.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorIndian DiasporaIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorIndian DiasporaIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development22 Oct, 2025New scheme with 'set-up grant' to get top Indian faculty overseas to return, Pg1.India woos Indian-origin scientists abroad with new scheme amid concerns over US higher education policies and global competition.22 Oct, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaRise of the new peacemakers, Pg9.Middle Eastern and Asian countries are increasingly mediating conflicts, challenging traditional Western dominance and reshaping global power dynamics.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora22 Oct, 2025Rise of the new peacemakers, Pg9.Middle Eastern and Asian countries are increasingly mediating conflicts, challenging traditional Western dominance and reshaping global power dynamics.22 Oct, 2025
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Diaspora$1,00,000 H-1B fee won't apply to status change or extension cases: USCIS, Pg11.USCIS clarifies $100,000 H-1B fee exemption for 'change of status' and 'extension of stay' petitions, offering relief to applicants.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Diaspora22 Oct, 2025$1,00,000 H-1B fee won't apply to status change or extension cases: USCIS, Pg11.USCIS clarifies $100,000 H-1B fee exemption for 'change of status' and 'extension of stay' petitions, offering relief to applicants.22 Oct, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthPLI schemes for auto, EV: China files WTO complaintChina challenges India's PLI schemes for auto and EV sectors at WTO, citing violation of global trade norms.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth22 Oct, 2025PLI schemes for auto, EV: China files WTO complaintChina challenges India's PLI schemes for auto and EV sectors at WTO, citing violation of global trade norms.22 Oct, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsIn Doha, Pakistan and Afghanistan agree on ceasefire, Pg1Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to immediate ceasefire in Doha talks amid rising border tensions and cross-border attacks.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State Actors20 Oct, 2025In Doha, Pakistan and Afghanistan agree on ceasefire, Pg1Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to immediate ceasefire in Doha talks amid rising border tensions and cross-border attacks.20 Oct, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsPM to face Quad, BRICS leaders at ASEAN meet next week, Pg12PM Modi to navigate Quad-BRICS dynamics at ASEAN summit amid rising India-U.S. tensions and trade disputes.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements20 Oct, 2025PM to face Quad, BRICS leaders at ASEAN meet next week, Pg12PM Modi to navigate Quad-BRICS dynamics at ASEAN summit amid rising India-U.S. tensions and trade disputes.20 Oct, 2025
Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaPolitical Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaThe far-right’s infiltration into the West’s mainstream, Pg8Far-right ideologies infiltrate Western mainstream politics, impacting immigration, diaspora safety, and international partnerships, posing challenges to liberal democratic values.Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaPolitical Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Diaspora20 Oct, 2025The far-right’s infiltration into the West’s mainstream, Pg8Far-right ideologies infiltrate Western mainstream politics, impacting immigration, diaspora safety, and international partnerships, posing challenges to liberal democratic values.20 Oct, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentThe new arc of India-Australia collaboration, Pg8India and Australia deepen defence ties with new agreements on maritime security, submarine rescue, and joint military exercises.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development20 Oct, 2025The new arc of India-Australia collaboration, Pg8India and Australia deepen defence ties with new agreements on maritime security, submarine rescue, and joint military exercises.20 Oct, 2025
Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and DegradationImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and DegradationFailure to meet climate targets doesn't make COP irrelevant, Pg16.COP30 shifts focus to climate action, implementation amid skepticism over targets and geopolitical tensions, particularly regarding climate finance.Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and DegradationImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and Degradation20 Oct, 2025Failure to meet climate targets doesn't make COP irrelevant, Pg16.COP30 shifts focus to climate action, implementation amid skepticism over targets and geopolitical tensions, particularly regarding climate finance.20 Oct, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIn Doha peace talks, Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to immediate ceasefire, Pg1.Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to immediate ceasefire in Doha peace talks after border clashes and rising tensions.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas20 Oct, 2025In Doha peace talks, Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to immediate ceasefire, Pg1.Afghanistan and Pakistan agree to immediate ceasefire in Doha peace talks after border clashes and rising tensions.20 Oct, 2025
Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaTRUMP LIKELY TO MEET PUTIN: WHAT A UKRAINE PEACE DEAL COULD LOOK LIKE, Pg16.Trump plans Putin meeting to broker Ukraine peace deal involving territorial concessions, NATO non-expansion, and unfrozen assets.Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora20 Oct, 2025TRUMP LIKELY TO MEET PUTIN: WHAT A UKRAINE PEACE DEAL COULD LOOK LIKE, Pg16.Trump plans Putin meeting to broker Ukraine peace deal involving territorial concessions, NATO non-expansion, and unfrozen assets.20 Oct, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsHow Are India–Taliban Relations Changing?, Pg12.Acting Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s visit to New Delhi marks a major shift in India’s Afghanistan policy. With India deciding to upgrade its ‘technical mission’ in Kabul to an embassy, the visit indicates growing engagement with the Taliban regime, despite concerns over women’s rights and regional security.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State Actors19 Oct, 2025How Are India–Taliban Relations Changing?, Pg12.Acting Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s visit to New Delhi marks a major shift in India’s Afghanistan policy. With India deciding to upgrade its ‘technical mission’ in Kabul to an embassy, the visit indicates growing engagement with the Taliban regime, despite concerns over women’s rights and regional security.19 Oct, 2025
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 InterestsIran says restrictions ‘terminated’ as 2015 nuclear deal expires, Pg14Iran declares end to nuclear deal restrictions, reaffirming commitment to diplomacy amidst international concerns over nuclear program.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 Interests19 Oct, 2025Iran says restrictions ‘terminated’ as 2015 nuclear deal expires, Pg14Iran declares end to nuclear deal restrictions, reaffirming commitment to diplomacy amidst international concerns over nuclear program.19 Oct, 2025
Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and DegradationImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and DegradationAt IMO, 57 nations vote for delaying framework for carbon-free shipping, Pg9IMO delays vote on carbon-free shipping framework amid U.S. pressure, raising concerns about climate action progress and international cooperation.Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and DegradationImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and Degradation19 Oct, 2025At IMO, 57 nations vote for delaying framework for carbon-free shipping, Pg9IMO delays vote on carbon-free shipping framework amid U.S. pressure, raising concerns about climate action progress and international cooperation.19 Oct, 2025
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 EconomyEmirates NBD to acquire majority stake in RBL Bank in ₹26,850-cr deal, Pg13.Emirates NBD invests ₹26,850 crore for 60% RBL Bank stake, triggering open offer and branch amalgamation, strengthening India-UAE ties.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 Economy19 Oct, 2025Emirates NBD to acquire majority stake in RBL Bank in ₹26,850-cr deal, Pg13.Emirates NBD invests ₹26,850 crore for 60% RBL Bank stake, triggering open offer and branch amalgamation, strengthening India-UAE ties.19 Oct, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsAfghanistan pulls out of tri-series in Pakistan after 3 players killed in attack, Pg1.Afghanistan cancels Pakistan tri-series after airstrikes kill cricketers amid rising border tensions and cross-border terrorism concerns.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State Actors19 Oct, 2025Afghanistan pulls out of tri-series in Pakistan after 3 players killed in attack, Pg1.Afghanistan cancels Pakistan tri-series after airstrikes kill cricketers amid rising border tensions and cross-border terrorism concerns.19 Oct, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia-EU trade talks: Goyal to visit Brussels later this month, Pg13.Piyush Goyal to visit Brussels for India-EU FTA talks after Berlin Global Dialogue, aiming to boost trade relations.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements19 Oct, 2025India-EU trade talks: Goyal to visit Brussels later this month, Pg13.Piyush Goyal to visit Brussels for India-EU FTA talks after Berlin Global Dialogue, aiming to boost trade relations.19 Oct, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsChina Eastern Airlines to resume flights to India, Pg13.China Eastern Airlines to resume Shanghai-Delhi flights from November 9, signaling thaw in India-China relations after five-year freeze.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations19 Oct, 2025China Eastern Airlines to resume flights to India, Pg13.China Eastern Airlines to resume Shanghai-Delhi flights from November 9, signaling thaw in India-China relations after five-year freeze.19 Oct, 2025
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 EconomyUS-India trade talks ongoing; will ensure farmer, MSME interests protected: Goyal, Pg13.India-US trade talks progress amid tariff concerns; both nations aim to protect farmer and MSME interests for bilateral agreement.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 Economy19 Oct, 2025US-India trade talks ongoing; will ensure farmer, MSME interests protected: Goyal, Pg13.India-US trade talks progress amid tariff concerns; both nations aim to protect farmer and MSME interests for bilateral agreement.19 Oct, 2025
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsVenezuela mobilises troops amid U.S. build-up, strikes in Caribbean, Pg 14.Venezuela has deployed thousands of troops near the Colombian border in response to U.S. military build-up and naval strikes in the Caribbean, escalating regional tensions.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests18 Oct, 2025Venezuela mobilises troops amid U.S. build-up, strikes in Caribbean, Pg 14.Venezuela has deployed thousands of troops near the Colombian border in response to U.S. military build-up and naval strikes in the Caribbean, escalating regional tensions.18 Oct, 2025