Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentPSU signs pact with Safran group to make advanced defence systems in India, Pg12India Optel Limited partners with Safran to produce high-precision defence systems, boosting indigenous defence manufacturing and enhancing battlefield accuracy.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development23 Dec, 2025PSU signs pact with Safran group to make advanced defence systems in India, Pg12India Optel Limited partners with Safran to produce high-precision defence systems, boosting indigenous defence manufacturing and enhancing battlefield accuracy.23 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia, New Zealand wind up FTA talks, set to boost trade, Pg1India and New Zealand conclude FTA talks, aiming to double bilateral trade to $5 billion by 2030, boosting economic ties.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy23 Dec, 2025India, New Zealand wind up FTA talks, set to boost trade, Pg1India and New Zealand conclude FTA talks, aiming to double bilateral trade to $5 billion by 2030, boosting economic ties.23 Dec, 2025
Education SectorIndian DiasporaEducation SectorIndian DiasporaNITI Aayog proposes $10-bn research fund, scholarships to ‘globalise’ higher education, Pg10NITI Aayog proposes $10 billion research fund and Vishwa Bandhu scholarships to globalize Indian higher education by 2047.Education SectorIndian DiasporaEducation SectorIndian Diaspora23 Dec, 2025NITI Aayog proposes $10-bn research fund, scholarships to ‘globalise’ higher education, Pg10NITI Aayog proposes $10 billion research fund and Vishwa Bandhu scholarships to globalize Indian higher education by 2047.23 Dec, 2025
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Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIndia, France sign pact to produce direct firing sight, navigation system, Pg6India, France collaborate to produce advanced SIGMA 30 navigation system and CM3-MR direct firing sight for enhanced artillery and anti-drone capabilities.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development23 Dec, 2025India, France sign pact to produce direct firing sight, navigation system, Pg6India, France collaborate to produce advanced SIGMA 30 navigation system and CM3-MR direct firing sight for enhanced artillery and anti-drone capabilities.23 Dec, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsDisaster and Disaster ManagementIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsDisaster and Disaster ManagementJaishankar visits cyclone-hit Lanka as PM special envoy, Pg6Jaishankar visits cyclone-hit Sri Lanka as PM's envoy, pledging India's support through 'Operation Sagar Bandhu' with 1,134 tonnes of aid.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsDisaster and Disaster ManagementIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsDisaster and Disaster Management23 Dec, 2025Jaishankar visits cyclone-hit Lanka as PM special envoy, Pg6Jaishankar visits cyclone-hit Sri Lanka as PM's envoy, pledging India's support through 'Operation Sagar Bandhu' with 1,134 tonnes of aid.23 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaTrade tiff: China hits EU dairy with up to 42.7% tariffs, Pg15China imposes up to 42.7% tariffs on EU dairy in retaliation for electric vehicle tariffs, escalating trade tensions.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora23 Dec, 2025Trade tiff: China hits EU dairy with up to 42.7% tariffs, Pg15China imposes up to 42.7% tariffs on EU dairy in retaliation for electric vehicle tariffs, escalating trade tensions.23 Dec, 2025
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 DevelopmentTata Electronics signs chip deal with Japan's ROHM, Pg15Tata Electronics partners with ROHM for automotive semiconductor assembly, boosting India's Rs 76,000 crore semiconductor mission.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 Development23 Dec, 2025Tata Electronics signs chip deal with Japan's ROHM, Pg15Tata Electronics partners with ROHM for automotive semiconductor assembly, boosting India's Rs 76,000 crore semiconductor mission.23 Dec, 2025
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyOct sees net FDI outflow of $1.55 billion: RBI data, Pg15RBI data reveals $1.55 billion net FDI outflow in October amidst rising concerns over foreign investor pullout 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 EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy23 Dec, 2025Oct sees net FDI outflow of $1.55 billion: RBI data, Pg15RBI data reveals $1.55 billion net FDI outflow in October amidst rising concerns over foreign investor pullout and rupee depreciation.23 Dec, 2025
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyContinued focus on macros, reforms to enable economy maintain high growth, Pg15RBI emphasizes macroeconomic focus and reforms for sustained high growth amidst global trade uncertainties and Mexico's tariff hikes on Indian exports.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy23 Dec, 2025Continued focus on macros, reforms to enable economy maintain high growth, Pg15RBI emphasizes macroeconomic focus and reforms for sustained high growth amidst global trade uncertainties and Mexico's tariff hikes on Indian exports.23 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace TechnologyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace TechnologyJAXA mission onboard H3 rocket fails at second stage, Pg12JAXA's H3 rocket mission fails during second stage, impacting future lunar exploration and ISRO's Chandrayaan-5 mission partnership.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace TechnologyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace Technology23 Dec, 2025JAXA mission onboard H3 rocket fails at second stage, Pg12JAXA's H3 rocket mission fails during second stage, impacting future lunar exploration and ISRO's Chandrayaan-5 mission partnership.23 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.US welcomes SHANTI Bill: 'A step towards stronger energy security ties', Pg12US hails India's SHANTI Bill, paving way for enhanced energy security cooperation and nuclear R&D partnership.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.23 Dec, 2025US welcomes SHANTI Bill: 'A step towards stronger energy security ties', Pg12US hails India's SHANTI Bill, paving way for enhanced energy security cooperation and nuclear R&D partnership.23 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia, NZ wrap FTA talks, aim to double trade in five years, Pg1India and New Zealand conclude FTA negotiations, targeting doubled bilateral trade in five years, pending legal review and parliamentary approval.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy23 Dec, 2025India, NZ wrap FTA talks, aim to double trade in five years, Pg1India and New Zealand conclude FTA negotiations, targeting doubled bilateral trade in five years, pending legal review and parliamentary approval.23 Dec, 2025
Parliament and State LegislaturesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Parliament and State LegislaturesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.‘Nuclear energy Bill rushed in Parliament for Trump and Adani’, Pg11Controversial SHANTI Bill, enabling private nuclear sector participation, faces Congress's criticism alleging favouritism towards Trump and Adani groups.Parliament and State LegislaturesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Parliament and State LegislaturesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.22 Dec, 2025‘Nuclear energy Bill rushed in Parliament for Trump and Adani’, Pg11Controversial SHANTI Bill, enabling private nuclear sector participation, faces Congress's criticism alleging favouritism towards Trump and Adani groups.22 Dec, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBeyond the optics, Pg6Modi's three-nation tour strengthens ties, focuses on trade, and addresses geopolitical concerns amid evolving global dynamics.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements22 Dec, 2025Beyond the optics, Pg6Modi's three-nation tour strengthens ties, focuses on trade, and addresses geopolitical concerns amid evolving global dynamics.22 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Unlocking the potential of India-Africa economic ties, Pg6India aims to double trade with Africa by 2030, focusing on removing trade barriers and boosting MSME access.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.22 Dec, 2025Unlocking the potential of India-Africa economic ties, Pg6India aims to double trade with Africa by 2030, focusing on removing trade barriers and boosting MSME access.22 Dec, 2025
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndian mission in Chittagong puts visa operations on hold, Pg4India expresses concerns over attacks on minorities in Bangladesh; Bangladesh rejects India's comments on Delhi protest near its High Commission.Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations22 Dec, 2025Indian mission in Chittagong puts visa operations on hold, Pg4India expresses concerns over attacks on minorities in Bangladesh; Bangladesh rejects India's comments on Delhi protest near its High Commission.22 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaIn West Asia, India's diplomacy has delivered dramatic gains, Pg12Modi's diplomatic push transforms India's West Asia policy, securing trade deals, strategic partnerships, and regional influence since 2014.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Diaspora22 Dec, 2025In West Asia, India's diplomacy has delivered dramatic gains, Pg12Modi's diplomatic push transforms India's West Asia policy, securing trade deals, strategic partnerships, and regional influence since 2014.22 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIntellectual Property Rights, IPRBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIntellectual Property Rights, IPRIn push for drug data exclusivity, pharma industry sees a bitter pill, Pg11India reconsiders data exclusivity for pharmaceuticals, potentially impacting generic drug industry and access to affordable medicines post-patent expiry.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIntellectual Property Rights, IPRBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIntellectual Property Rights, IPR22 Dec, 2025In push for drug data exclusivity, pharma industry sees a bitter pill, Pg11India reconsiders data exclusivity for pharmaceuticals, potentially impacting generic drug industry and access to affordable medicines post-patent expiry.22 Dec, 2025
Parliament and State LegislaturesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Parliament and State LegislaturesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.U.S. wants India’s nuclear norms globally aligned, Pg1U.S. law pushes India to align nuclear liability norms with global standards post SHANTI Bill passage, raising opposition concerns.Parliament and State LegislaturesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Parliament and State LegislaturesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.21 Dec, 2025U.S. wants India’s nuclear norms globally aligned, Pg1U.S. law pushes India to align nuclear liability norms with global standards post SHANTI Bill passage, raising opposition concerns.21 Dec, 2025