Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaPRESIDENT OF INDIA IN NORTH MACEDONIA; HOLDS BILATERAL MEETING WITH PRESIDENT OF NORTH MACEDONIA AND LEADS DELEGATION-LEVEL TALKSPresident Murmu's historic visit to North Macedonia deepens bilateral ties, expanding economic cooperation and ITEC training, with focus on global alliances.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora22 Jul, 2026PRESIDENT OF INDIA IN NORTH MACEDONIA; HOLDS BILATERAL MEETING WITH PRESIDENT OF NORTH MACEDONIA AND LEADS DELEGATION-LEVEL TALKSPresident Murmu's historic visit to North Macedonia deepens bilateral ties, expanding economic cooperation and ITEC training, with focus on global alliances.22 Jul, 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.Some ships 'refusing' US-military guided Hormuz transits after attacks, Pg14Shipping firms shun US-guided Strait of Hormuz transits amid escalating Iranian attacks, sparking major safety fears and questioning US effectiveness.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.16 Jul, 2026Some ships 'refusing' US-military guided Hormuz transits after attacks, Pg14Shipping firms shun US-guided Strait of Hormuz transits amid escalating Iranian attacks, sparking major safety fears and questioning US effectiveness.16 Jul, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasVessel transits via Hormuz crash to pre-MoU levels. Here's why, Pg13US-Iran tensions slash Strait of Hormuz vessel transits to pre-MoU levels, spiking oil prices and worsening India's current account deficit.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas16 Jul, 2026Vessel transits via Hormuz crash to pre-MoU levels. Here's why, Pg13US-Iran tensions slash Strait of Hormuz vessel transits to pre-MoU levels, spiking oil prices and worsening India's current account deficit.16 Jul, 2026
Poverty and Developmental IssuesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsPoverty and Developmental IssuesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBRICS adopts India-led labour declaration, Pg13BRICS nations adopt India-led labour declaration and 'BRICS CONNECT' initiative at 12th Ministerial Meeting, cementing alliance as effective forum.Poverty and Developmental IssuesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsPoverty and Developmental IssuesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements16 Jul, 2026BRICS adopts India-led labour declaration, Pg13BRICS nations adopt India-led labour declaration and 'BRICS CONNECT' initiative at 12th Ministerial Meeting, cementing alliance as effective forum.16 Jul, 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 bill proposes 100% tariffs on top five buyers of Russian energy, Pg13US Senators propose 100% tariffs on top Russian energy buyers like India, threatening trade talks and global oil stability amidst Gulf crisis.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.16 Jul, 2026US bill proposes 100% tariffs on top five buyers of Russian energy, Pg13US Senators propose 100% tariffs on top Russian energy buyers like India, threatening trade talks and global oil stability amidst Gulf crisis.16 Jul, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIn China's new ballistic missile test, the worries for Indo-Pacific region, Pg12China conducts first sea-based ICBM test in international waters, signaling enhanced nuclear capabilities and escalating Indo-Pacific security tensions for India and US.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas16 Jul, 2026In China's new ballistic missile test, the worries for Indo-Pacific region, Pg12China conducts first sea-based ICBM test in international waters, signaling enhanced nuclear capabilities and escalating Indo-Pacific security tensions for India and US.16 Jul, 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.Australian uranium fuels next phase in India's n-programme, Pg10Australia greenlights uranium exports, ending NPT-based ban, to fuel India's ambitious 100 GW nuclear power expansion by 2047, bolstering strategic partnership.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.16 Jul, 2026Australian uranium fuels next phase in India's n-programme, Pg10Australia greenlights uranium exports, ending NPT-based ban, to fuel India's ambitious 100 GW nuclear power expansion by 2047, bolstering strategic partnership.16 Jul, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia-UK trade deal kicks in: PM says boost for farmers & MSMEs, Pg1India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) takes effect, eliminating 99% UK tariffs on Indian goods, boosting MSMEs, and reducing duties on British cars and alcohol.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy16 Jul, 2026India-UK trade deal kicks in: PM says boost for farmers & MSMEs, Pg1India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) takes effect, eliminating 99% UK tariffs on Indian goods, boosting MSMEs, and reducing duties on British cars and alcohol.16 Jul, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIran threatens regional oil blockade over U.S. actions, Pg1Iran threatens to halt all West Asian oil exports via the critical Strait of Hormuz, escalating US tensions after renewed strikes, pushing Brent crude above $85.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora16 Jul, 2026Iran threatens regional oil blockade over U.S. actions, Pg1Iran threatens to halt all West Asian oil exports via the critical Strait of Hormuz, escalating US tensions after renewed strikes, pushing Brent crude above $85.16 Jul, 2026
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 InterestsU.S. Senators vie to levy 100% tariffs on countries buying oil from Russia, Pg14US Senators push 100% tariffs on India, China for Russian oil, igniting trade war fears and geopolitical friction.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 Interests16 Jul, 2026U.S. Senators vie to levy 100% tariffs on countries buying oil from Russia, Pg14US Senators push 100% tariffs on India, China for Russian oil, igniting trade war fears and geopolitical friction.16 Jul, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaIndia-U.K. social security pact is not retrospective, Pg14India-U.K. social security pact offers 60-month exemption for new workers, but excludes existing ones, sparking debate on retrospective application.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Diaspora16 Jul, 2026India-U.K. social security pact is not retrospective, Pg14India-U.K. social security pact offers 60-month exemption for new workers, but excludes existing ones, sparking debate on retrospective application.16 Jul, 2026
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 InterestsU.S. military will be out of country by end of September, says Iraqi PM, Pg14Iraqi PM confirms U.S. military withdrawal by September end after 23 years, as drones target Erbil consulate.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 Interests16 Jul, 2026U.S. military will be out of country by end of September, says Iraqi PM, Pg14Iraqi PM confirms U.S. military withdrawal by September end after 23 years, as drones target Erbil consulate.16 Jul, 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 EmploymentThe problem with China’s 4.3% growth, Pg8China's economy plunges to 4.3% growth in Q2 2026, lowest in three years, sparking fears over real estate crisis, sluggish consumption, and global trade imbalances.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 Employment16 Jul, 2026The problem with China’s 4.3% growth, Pg8China's economy plunges to 4.3% growth in Q2 2026, lowest in three years, sparking fears over real estate crisis, sluggish consumption, and global trade imbalances.16 Jul, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyValue of goods exported on India-U.K. trade pact’s first day, Pg8India clocks $140 million in zero-duty exports to UK on CETA's inaugural day, boosting bilateral trade relations.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy16 Jul, 2026Value of goods exported on India-U.K. trade pact’s first day, Pg8India clocks $140 million in zero-duty exports to UK on CETA's inaugural day, boosting bilateral trade relations.16 Jul, 2026
World WarsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaWorld WarsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaThe crisis at the heart of non-proliferation, Pg7Global non-proliferation order faces crisis as Iran's nuclear program exposes hypocrisy, unequal rules, and the NPT's inherent flaws amidst stalled Doha talks.World WarsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaWorld WarsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora16 Jul, 2026The crisis at the heart of non-proliferation, Pg7Global non-proliferation order faces crisis as Iran's nuclear program exposes hypocrisy, unequal rules, and the NPT's inherent flaws amidst stalled Doha talks.16 Jul, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Iran’s disruptive strategy, its global consequences, Pg6Iran's disruptive strategy in the Strait of Hormuz, using proxies and threatening global trade, creates instability, prompting India's cautious diplomatic navigation.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.16 Jul, 2026Iran’s disruptive strategy, its global consequences, Pg6Iran's disruptive strategy in the Strait of Hormuz, using proxies and threatening global trade, creates instability, prompting India's cautious diplomatic navigation.16 Jul, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia–UK CETA Comes into EffectLandmark India-UK CETA takes effect, promising zero-duty access for 99% Indian exports and enhanced professional mobility, unlocking vast economic opportunities.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaEffects of Liberalization on the Economy16 Jul, 2026India–UK CETA Comes into EffectLandmark India-UK CETA takes effect, promising zero-duty access for 99% Indian exports and enhanced professional mobility, unlocking vast economic opportunities.16 Jul, 2026
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 GrowthBharat Tex Trade Federation and Première Vision Paris Forge Strategic Partnership to Deepen India–EU Textile CollaborationBharat Tex Trade Federation and Première Vision Paris ink pact, deepening India-EU textile collaboration and boosting Indian exports post-FTA.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 Growth16 Jul, 2026Bharat Tex Trade Federation and Première Vision Paris Forge Strategic Partnership to Deepen India–EU Textile CollaborationBharat Tex Trade Federation and Première Vision Paris ink pact, deepening India-EU textile collaboration and boosting Indian exports post-FTA.16 Jul, 2026
Education SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEducation SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsNCVET and ASQA Sign Letter of Intent to Strengthen Quality Assurance in Vocational Education and Training as Part of the Outcomes of the Prime Minister's Visit to AustraliaIndia's NCVET and Australia's ASQA sign landmark Letter of Intent to bolster vocational education quality, fostering global skill standards and mutual recognition.Education SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEducation SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements16 Jul, 2026NCVET and ASQA Sign Letter of Intent to Strengthen Quality Assurance in Vocational Education and Training as Part of the Outcomes of the Prime Minister's Visit to AustraliaIndia's NCVET and Australia's ASQA sign landmark Letter of Intent to bolster vocational education quality, fostering global skill standards and mutual recognition.16 Jul, 2026
Inclusive GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInclusive GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndia and Poland Explore New Avenues for Cooperation in the MSME SectorIndia and Poland forge new MSME cooperation, targeting enhanced trade, technology, and enterprise development, boosting bilateral economic ties.Inclusive GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInclusive GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth16 Jul, 2026India and Poland Explore New Avenues for Cooperation in the MSME SectorIndia and Poland forge new MSME cooperation, targeting enhanced trade, technology, and enterprise development, boosting bilateral economic ties.16 Jul, 2026