Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyWhat is the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement?, Pg9India and New Zealand sign FTA, eliminating tariffs on exports, aiming to double bilateral trade and boost strategic alliances.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaEffects of Liberalization on the Economy30 Dec, 2025What is the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement?, Pg9India and New Zealand sign FTA, eliminating tariffs on exports, aiming to double bilateral trade and boost strategic alliances.30 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIT and ComputersBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIT and ComputersUnion govt. gearing up to host mega AI summit in February, Pg12India to host mega AI Impact Summit in February with 15-20 heads of state expected, focusing on AI's global impact.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIT and ComputersBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIT and Computers30 Dec, 2025Union govt. gearing up to host mega AI summit in February, Pg12India to host mega AI Impact Summit in February with 15-20 heads of state expected, focusing on AI's global impact.30 Dec, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsWhy is Myanmar voting amid conflict?, Pg8Myanmar's military junta orchestrates sham elections amidst conflict, aiming for legitimacy while sidelining opposition and facing international condemnation.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests30 Dec, 2025Why is Myanmar voting amid conflict?, Pg8Myanmar's military junta orchestrates sham elections amidst conflict, aiming for legitimacy while sidelining opposition and facing international condemnation.30 Dec, 2025
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismMindless bombing, Pg6Trump's military actions in Nigeria, framed as religious protection, risk exacerbating regional instability and aiding jihadist groups.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsLinkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism30 Dec, 2025Mindless bombing, Pg6Trump's military actions in Nigeria, framed as religious protection, risk exacerbating regional instability and aiding jihadist groups.30 Dec, 2025
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.The quiet foundations for India’s next growth phase, Pg6India's 'Reform Express 2025' propels economic growth through deregulation, trade agreements, and infrastructure upgrades, targeting double-digit expansion by 2030.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.30 Dec, 2025The quiet foundations for India’s next growth phase, Pg6India's 'Reform Express 2025' propels economic growth through deregulation, trade agreements, and infrastructure upgrades, targeting double-digit expansion by 2030.30 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsConservation, Pollution and DegradationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsConservation, Pollution and DegradationNod to translocate Botswana cheetahs likely in Jan-Feb, Pg5India gears up for second cheetah translocation from Botswana to Kuno/Gandhi Sagar by early 2025 under Project Cheetah.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsConservation, Pollution and DegradationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsConservation, Pollution and Degradation30 Dec, 2025Nod to translocate Botswana cheetahs likely in Jan-Feb, Pg5India gears up for second cheetah translocation from Botswana to Kuno/Gandhi Sagar by early 2025 under Project Cheetah.30 Dec, 2025
Poverty and HungerImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaPoverty and HungerImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaUS pledges $2bn in new UN model for humanitarian aid, Pg12US pledges $2 billion in humanitarian aid via UN, aiming for efficient delivery after previous funding cuts.Poverty and HungerImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaPoverty and HungerImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora30 Dec, 2025US pledges $2bn in new UN model for humanitarian aid, Pg12US pledges $2 billion in humanitarian aid via UN, aiming for efficient delivery after previous funding cuts.30 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIT and ComputersBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIT and ComputersIndia to host AI meet in Feb, invites China, Pg1India invites China to AI Impact Summit 2026, signaling warming ties amidst global AI governance push, to be held in February.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIT and ComputersBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIT and Computers30 Dec, 2025India to host AI meet in Feb, invites China, Pg1India invites China to AI Impact Summit 2026, signaling warming ties amidst global AI governance push, to be held in February.30 Dec, 2025
Art FormsHealth SectorIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Art FormsHealth SectorIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.World is looking at India with great hope, says PM, Pg10PM Modi highlights India's 2025 achievements, from security to sports, and urges youth participation in nation-building through innovation.Art FormsHealth SectorIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Art FormsHealth SectorIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.29 Dec, 2025World is looking at India with great hope, says PM, Pg10PM Modi highlights India's 2025 achievements, from security to sports, and urges youth participation in nation-building through innovation.29 Dec, 2025
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsVenezuela’s resource curse, Pg7US sanctions and mismanagement cripple Venezuela's oil-dependent economy, causing a drastic fall in global oil export share since 1990s.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests29 Dec, 2025Venezuela’s resource curse, Pg7US sanctions and mismanagement cripple Venezuela's oil-dependent economy, causing a drastic fall in global oil export share since 1990s.29 Dec, 2025
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeWhat are rare-earth elements and why is everyone looking for them?, Pg9Decoding rare-earth elements: properties, applications in green tech, extraction challenges, and China's dominance in refining, impacting global supply chains.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsScience and Technology in Everyday Life29 Dec, 2025What are rare-earth elements and why is everyone looking for them?, Pg9Decoding rare-earth elements: properties, applications in green tech, extraction challenges, and China's dominance in refining, impacting global supply chains.29 Dec, 2025
LiteratureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.LiteratureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Linked civilisations, a modern strategic partnership, Pg6India and Iran deepen strategic ties focusing on energy, connectivity via Chabahar port, and counter-terrorism, celebrating 75 years of diplomacy.LiteratureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.LiteratureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.29 Dec, 2025Linked civilisations, a modern strategic partnership, Pg6India and Iran deepen strategic ties focusing on energy, connectivity via Chabahar port, and counter-terrorism, celebrating 75 years of diplomacy.29 Dec, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEyeing power, BNP may finally shed reactionary stance on India, Pg7Bangladesh Nationalist Party softens stance on India, signaling potential shift in foreign policy amid upcoming elections.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations29 Dec, 2025Eyeing power, BNP may finally shed reactionary stance on India, Pg7Bangladesh Nationalist Party softens stance on India, signaling potential shift in foreign policy amid upcoming elections.29 Dec, 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 EconomyOutbound mergers and acquisitions roar back in 2025, Pg11Indian firms aggressively pursue overseas acquisitions in 2025, with deal values soaring to $24.8 billion amid global shifts.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 Economy29 Dec, 2025Outbound mergers and acquisitions roar back in 2025, Pg11Indian firms aggressively pursue overseas acquisitions in 2025, with deal values soaring to $24.8 billion amid global shifts.29 Dec, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasPolls begin in Myanmar, but democracy is elusive, Pg8Myanmar's sham elections challenge India's balancing act between supporting democracy and maintaining regional stability amidst Chinese influence.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas29 Dec, 2025Polls begin in Myanmar, but democracy is elusive, Pg8Myanmar's sham elections challenge India's balancing act between supporting democracy and maintaining regional stability amidst Chinese influence.29 Dec, 2025
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia attacked Nur Khan airbase, admits Pak Dy PM, Pg1Pakistan admits India attacked Nur Khan airbase; reveals US and Saudi Arabia mediated ceasefire during May conflict.Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations29 Dec, 2025India attacked Nur Khan airbase, admits Pak Dy PM, Pg1Pakistan admits India attacked Nur Khan airbase; reveals US and Saudi Arabia mediated ceasefire during May conflict.29 Dec, 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 InterestsHow India has managed toweave ‘RCEP minus China', Pg10Once the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with New Zealand comes into force, India will have successfully established trade deals with all RCEP countries except China. 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 Interests28 Dec, 2025How India has managed toweave ‘RCEP minus China', Pg10Once the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with New Zealand comes into force, India will have successfully established trade deals with all RCEP countries except China. 28 Dec, 2025
Health SectorEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingHealth SectorEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingIs the ‘health for all’ campaign on track?, Pg12India's 'Health for All' campaign faces funding deficits, quality concerns, and disease burdens despite increased budgetary allocations and policy initiatives.Health SectorEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingHealth SectorEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment Budgeting28 Dec, 2025Is the ‘health for all’ campaign on track?, Pg12India's 'Health for All' campaign faces funding deficits, quality concerns, and disease burdens despite increased budgetary allocations and policy initiatives.28 Dec, 2025
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 green panel gives its nod to Stage 2 Dulhasti hydel power project in J&K, Pg9Green panel approves Dulhasti Stage 2 hydel project in J&K amidst Indus Waters Treaty suspension, costing ₹3,200 crore.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 Assessment28 Dec, 2025Centre’s green panel gives its nod to Stage 2 Dulhasti hydel power project in J&K, Pg9Green panel approves Dulhasti Stage 2 hydel project in J&K amidst Indus Waters Treaty suspension, costing ₹3,200 crore.28 Dec, 2025
Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIsrael becomes first country to formally recognise Somaliland as independent state, Pg12Israel recognizes Somaliland's independence, potentially reshaping regional dynamics amidst Somalia's opposition and African bodies' rejection after 30 years.Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements28 Dec, 2025Israel becomes first country to formally recognise Somaliland as independent state, Pg12Israel recognizes Somaliland's independence, potentially reshaping regional dynamics amidst Somalia's opposition and African bodies' rejection after 30 years.28 Dec, 2025