India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India’s crude oil imports decline by 4.3% in April, but bill goes up by 50%, Pg1India's crude oil imports fall 4.3% in April, import bill surges 50% amid West Asia conflict, LNG imports decline 30%.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.22 May, 2026India’s crude oil imports decline by 4.3% in April, but bill goes up by 50%, Pg1India's crude oil imports fall 4.3% in April, import bill surges 50% amid West Asia conflict, LNG imports decline 30%.22 May, 2026
Health SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsHealth SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEbola crisis: India-Africa summit postponed, Pg12India-Africa summit postponed due to Ebola outbreak; health advisory issued for travelers from affected countries.Health SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsHealth SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements22 May, 2026Ebola crisis: India-Africa summit postponed, Pg12India-Africa summit postponed due to Ebola outbreak; health advisory issued for travelers from affected countries.22 May, 2026
Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and DegradationImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and DegradationIndia skips vote on UN climate resolution, Pg14India abstains from UN climate resolution vote, citing concerns over undermining UNFCCC's architecture and non-binding commitments.Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and DegradationImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and Degradation22 May, 2026India skips vote on UN climate resolution, Pg14India abstains from UN climate resolution vote, citing concerns over undermining UNFCCC's architecture and non-binding commitments.22 May, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.'Countries need energy that are not exposed to fuel-price shocks or geopolitical disruption', Pg9US delegation explores nuclear energy collaboration with India post-SHANTI Bill, aiming to boost energy security amid geopolitical tensions.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.22 May, 2026'Countries need energy that are not exposed to fuel-price shocks or geopolitical disruption', Pg9US delegation explores nuclear energy collaboration with India post-SHANTI Bill, aiming to boost energy security amid geopolitical tensions.22 May, 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 InterestsWhat Russia-China ties mean for India's security, Pg15Putin-Xi summit strengthens strategic ties amid global shifts, impacting India's security and diplomatic options amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics.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 Interests22 May, 2026What Russia-China ties mean for India's security, Pg15Putin-Xi summit strengthens strategic ties amid global shifts, impacting India's security and diplomatic options amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics.22 May, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingWest Asia war pushes up bond yields, raises spectre of RBI rate hike, Pg13West Asia war drives Indian bond yields up, sparking RBI rate hike concerns amid rising inflation and rupee depreciation.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting22 May, 2026West Asia war pushes up bond yields, raises spectre of RBI rate hike, Pg13West Asia war drives Indian bond yields up, sparking RBI rate hike concerns amid rising inflation and rupee depreciation.22 May, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and DegradationEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and DegradationAt UNGA, incomplete climate justice, Pg10UNGA resolution strengthens climate action demands, but India abstains, citing incomplete climate justice and unmet financial commitments from developed nations.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and DegradationEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and Degradation22 May, 2026At UNGA, incomplete climate justice, Pg10UNGA resolution strengthens climate action demands, but India abstains, citing incomplete climate justice and unmet financial commitments from developed nations.22 May, 2026
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 ForaIndia, Italy seal defence pact, boost ties to ‘special strategic partnership’, Pg1India and Italy elevate relations to 'Special Strategic Partnership' focusing on defence, trade, and Indo-Pacific cooperation amidst global conflicts.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 Fora21 May, 2026India, Italy seal defence pact, boost ties to ‘special strategic partnership’, Pg1India and Italy elevate relations to 'Special Strategic Partnership' focusing on defence, trade, and Indo-Pacific cooperation amidst global conflicts.21 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Marco Rubio to begin India visit on May 23; discuss trade, energy, Pg13U.S. Secretary Rubio's India visit focuses on bolstering trade, energy security, and defense cooperation amid evolving geopolitical dynamics.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.21 May, 2026Marco Rubio to begin India visit on May 23; discuss trade, energy, Pg13U.S. Secretary Rubio's India visit focuses on bolstering trade, energy security, and defense cooperation amid evolving geopolitical dynamics.21 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements13-nation military exercise commences in Meghalaya, Pg14India hosts 13-nation military exercise 'PRAGATI 2026' in Meghalaya, fostering military cooperation and interoperability among participating nations.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements21 May, 202613-nation military exercise commences in Meghalaya, Pg14India hosts 13-nation military exercise 'PRAGATI 2026' in Meghalaya, fostering military cooperation and interoperability among participating nations.21 May, 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.‘No double standard, we condemn all nations that violate international law’, Pg13Norway seeks stronger ties with India amid global shifts, advocating diversified partnerships and condemning violations of international law by all nations.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.21 May, 2026‘No double standard, we condemn all nations that violate international law’, Pg13Norway seeks stronger ties with India amid global shifts, advocating diversified partnerships and condemning violations of international law by all nations.21 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBoost to India-South Korea defence cooperation as Rajnath visits Seoul, Pg9India and South Korea strengthen defence ties, focusing on joint production, innovation, and Indo-Pacific security, during Rajnath Singh's Seoul visit.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development21 May, 2026Boost to India-South Korea defence cooperation as Rajnath visits Seoul, Pg9India and South Korea strengthen defence ties, focusing on joint production, innovation, and Indo-Pacific security, during Rajnath Singh's Seoul visit.21 May, 2026
Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaScience and Technology in Everyday LifeCorporate GovernanceImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaScience and Technology in Everyday LifeCorporate GovernanceCurrent International Perspectives and Trends on AI Accountability (The International AI Accountability Forum 2026 Theme Global Architecture of AI Accountability: Evolving Regulatory and Liability Framework), Pg6Global AI accountability architecture reshapes international law; EU shifts to stricter liability standards by 2026, impacting developers.Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaScience and Technology in Everyday LifeCorporate GovernanceImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaScience and Technology in Everyday LifeCorporate Governance21 May, 2026Current International Perspectives and Trends on AI Accountability (The International AI Accountability Forum 2026 Theme Global Architecture of AI Accountability: Evolving Regulatory and Liability Framework), Pg6Global AI accountability architecture reshapes international law; EU shifts to stricter liability standards by 2026, impacting developers.21 May, 2026
ArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismIndia-Italy joint statement: Focus on terror, tech & unblocking of Hormuz, Pg5India and Italy strengthen ties focusing on counter-terrorism, tech innovation, maritime security, and critical mineral supply chains.ArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentLinkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism21 May, 2026India-Italy joint statement: Focus on terror, tech & unblocking of Hormuz, Pg5India and Italy strengthen ties focusing on counter-terrorism, tech innovation, maritime security, and critical mineral supply chains.21 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaTaiwan condemns campaign against Indian workers, says committed to hire more, Pg2Taiwan condemns anti-India worker campaign amid labor shortages, reaffirms commitment to hiring more Indian workers despite local opposition and prejudiced stances.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Diaspora21 May, 2026Taiwan condemns campaign against Indian workers, says committed to hire more, Pg2Taiwan condemns anti-India worker campaign amid labor shortages, reaffirms commitment to hiring more Indian workers despite local opposition and prejudiced stances.21 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaDemocracy, rule of law make Nordic nations, India natural partners: Modi, Pg1India, Nordic countries forge 'Green Technology and Innovation Strategic Partnership' focusing on sustainable energy, maritime cooperation, and Arctic research.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora20 May, 2026Democracy, rule of law make Nordic nations, India natural partners: Modi, Pg1India, Nordic countries forge 'Green Technology and Innovation Strategic Partnership' focusing on sustainable energy, maritime cooperation, and Arctic research.20 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Modi and Meloni outline road map for India-Italy strategic partnership, Pg14India and Italy unveil strategic partnership focusing on trade, technology, energy, and security, envisioning an "Indo-Mediterranean" corridor for enhanced cooperation.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.20 May, 2026Modi and Meloni outline road map for India-Italy strategic partnership, Pg14India and Italy unveil strategic partnership focusing on trade, technology, energy, and security, envisioning an "Indo-Mediterranean" corridor for enhanced cooperation.20 May, 2026
Health SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaHealth SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaWatch, but do not wait, Pg10WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda, citing concerns over uncommon Bundibugyo strain.Health SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaHealth SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora20 May, 2026Watch, but do not wait, Pg10WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda, citing concerns over uncommon Bundibugyo strain.20 May, 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 EmploymentINDIA'S OIL TRADE DEFICIT SET TO BALLOON, Pg17India's oil trade deficit projected to surge amid West Asia tensions and Brent crude prices may hit $95/barrel by FY27.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 Employment20 May, 2026INDIA'S OIL TRADE DEFICIT SET TO BALLOON, Pg17India's oil trade deficit projected to surge amid West Asia tensions and Brent crude prices may hit $95/barrel by FY27.20 May, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.US extends sanctions waiver for Russian crude: What it means, Pg15US extends Russian crude oil sanctions waiver amid global supply concerns, balancing economic pressures and geopolitical objectives till June 17.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.20 May, 2026US extends sanctions waiver for Russian crude: What it means, Pg15US extends Russian crude oil sanctions waiver amid global supply concerns, balancing economic pressures and geopolitical objectives till June 17.20 May, 2026