Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyUS team in Delhi for talks, Trump threatens tariffs on Indian rice, Pg1Trump threatens tariffs on Indian rice amid trade talks, alleging 'dumping', despite US being a net exporter.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy10 Dec, 2025US team in Delhi for talks, Trump threatens tariffs on Indian rice, Pg1Trump threatens tariffs on Indian rice amid trade talks, alleging 'dumping', despite US being a net exporter.10 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 InterestsMAGA agenda is now America's global strategy, Pg10US National Security Strategy 2025 signals shift towards 'America First' foreign policy, impacting global alliances and creating both challenges and opportunities for India.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 Interests10 Dec, 2025MAGA agenda is now America's global strategy, Pg10US National Security Strategy 2025 signals shift towards 'America First' foreign policy, impacting global alliances and creating both challenges and opportunities for India.10 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 InterestsZelenskyy meets European partners, seeks convergence with U.S. on truce, Pg16Zelenskyy seeks European alignment with U.S. truce proposal amidst skepticism over Trump's Russia-Ukraine peace plan details.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 Interests9 Dec, 2025Zelenskyy meets European partners, seeks convergence with U.S. on truce, Pg16Zelenskyy seeks European alignment with U.S. truce proposal amidst skepticism over Trump's Russia-Ukraine peace plan details.9 Dec, 2025
Education SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEducation SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsAustralia’s New South Wales varsity to open campus in Bengaluru, Pg14Australian University, UNSW, to establish Bengaluru campus, fostering India-Australia education ties and research collaboration in AI, space, and cybersecurity.Education SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEducation SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements9 Dec, 2025Australia’s New South Wales varsity to open campus in Bengaluru, Pg14Australian University, UNSW, to establish Bengaluru campus, fostering India-Australia education ties and research collaboration in AI, space, and cybersecurity.9 Dec, 2025
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.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, 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.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentThe real story of the India-Russia summit, Pg8India-Russia summit strengthens ties amidst Ukraine war, focusing on trade, energy, and geopolitical alignment, signalling confidence in bilateral relations.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.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, 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.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development9 Dec, 2025The real story of the India-Russia summit, Pg8India-Russia summit strengthens ties amidst Ukraine war, focusing on trade, energy, and geopolitical alignment, signalling confidence in bilateral relations.9 Dec, 2025
Art FormsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsArt FormsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsA new step in the dragon-elephant tango, Pg9China proposes enhanced cooperation with India through trade, industry, and cultural exchange under its 15th Five-Year Plan.Art FormsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsArt FormsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements9 Dec, 2025A new step in the dragon-elephant tango, Pg9China proposes enhanced cooperation with India through trade, industry, and cultural exchange under its 15th Five-Year Plan.9 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 InterestsThe radar system in latest China-Japan row, Pg15China-Japan relations worsen as Japan accuses Chinese fighters of radar lock-on, raising tensions over Okinawa islands and Taiwan.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 Interests9 Dec, 2025The radar system in latest China-Japan row, Pg15China-Japan relations worsen as Japan accuses Chinese fighters of radar lock-on, raising tensions over Okinawa islands and Taiwan.9 Dec, 2025
Health SectorPoverty and HungerImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaHealth SectorPoverty and HungerImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaWhy UN halved its emergency aid budget, Pg15UN slashes humanitarian aid budget by half to $23 billion amid funding cuts from US and European nations.Health SectorPoverty and HungerImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaHealth SectorPoverty and HungerImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora9 Dec, 2025Why UN halved its emergency aid budget, Pg15UN slashes humanitarian aid budget by half to $23 billion amid funding cuts from US and European nations.9 Dec, 2025
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesWhy EU's $140 million fine on X has ignited a political storm, Pg14EU fines X $140M under DSA sparking US political storm over censorship and tech company targeting.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges9 Dec, 2025Why EU's $140 million fine on X has ignited a political storm, Pg14EU fines X $140M under DSA sparking US political storm over censorship and tech company targeting.9 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateA defence partnership that addresses global challenges, Pg10India and UK deepen defence ties with joint military exercises, industrial cooperation, and a 10-year Defence Industrial Roadmap.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate9 Dec, 2025A defence partnership that addresses global challenges, Pg10India and UK deepen defence ties with joint military exercises, industrial cooperation, and a 10-year Defence Industrial Roadmap.9 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 InterestsTokyo protests after Chinese military aircraft ‘locks radar’ on Japanese jets, Pg14China-Japan tensions escalate as Chinese jets 'lock radar' on Japanese fighters near Okinawa, prompting Tokyo's strong protest and souring relations.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 Interests8 Dec, 2025Tokyo protests after Chinese military aircraft ‘locks radar’ on Japanese jets, Pg14China-Japan tensions escalate as Chinese jets 'lock radar' on Japanese fighters near Okinawa, prompting Tokyo's strong protest and souring relations.8 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSpace TechnologyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSpace TechnologyU.S. official begins five-day India visit to advance strategic partnership, Pg10U.S. Under Secretary visits India to bolster strategic ties, economic cooperation, and tech collaboration amidst ongoing tariff concerns.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSpace TechnologyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSpace Technology8 Dec, 2025U.S. official begins five-day India visit to advance strategic partnership, Pg10U.S. Under Secretary visits India to bolster strategic ties, economic cooperation, and tech collaboration amidst ongoing tariff concerns.8 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 InterestsBalance, not swing, Pg6India signals strategic autonomy by hosting Putin amidst Western pressure, balancing ties with Russia and navigating geopolitical complexities.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 Interests8 Dec, 2025Balance, not swing, Pg6India signals strategic autonomy by hosting Putin amidst Western pressure, balancing ties with Russia and navigating geopolitical complexities.8 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 AreasRajnath inaugurates Shyok Tunnel in eastern Ladakh, 124 other strategic border projects, Pg5Rajnath Singh inaugurates strategically crucial Shyok Tunnel enhancing military mobility near LAC amid ongoing border tensions with China.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 Areas8 Dec, 2025Rajnath inaugurates Shyok Tunnel in eastern Ladakh, 124 other strategic border projects, Pg5Rajnath Singh inaugurates strategically crucial Shyok Tunnel enhancing military mobility near LAC amid ongoing border tensions with China.8 Dec, 2025
Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaVulnerable SectionsHealth SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaWeight loss drug use now has a much-needed protocol, Pg14WHO releases first-ever guidelines for weight-loss drugs, prioritizing access for high-risk adults with obesity-related comorbidities and advocating for chronic care models.Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaVulnerable SectionsHealth SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora8 Dec, 2025Weight loss drug use now has a much-needed protocol, Pg14WHO releases first-ever guidelines for weight-loss drugs, prioritizing access for high-risk adults with obesity-related comorbidities and advocating for chronic care models.8 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia-US deal uncertainty puts over $2-bn apparel orders, jobs at risk, Pg13India-US trade deal uncertainty jeopardizes $2 billion apparel orders, threatening jobs as negotiations stall and tariffs loom.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy8 Dec, 2025India-US deal uncertainty puts over $2-bn apparel orders, jobs at risk, Pg13India-US trade deal uncertainty jeopardizes $2 billion apparel orders, threatening jobs as negotiations stall and tariffs loom.8 Dec, 2025
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 BudgetingRBI's interest cut supports growth, amid uncertainties, Pg11RBI cuts interest rates amid growth, inflation dynamics, and global uncertainties, projecting 7.5% GDP growth for FY26.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 Budgeting8 Dec, 2025RBI's interest cut supports growth, amid uncertainties, Pg11RBI cuts interest rates amid growth, inflation dynamics, and global uncertainties, projecting 7.5% GDP growth for FY26.8 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster ManagementBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster ManagementSouth Asia needs climate solidarity, Pg11South Asian nations propose regional climate body (SACCC) to combat climate change impacts, pooling resources and knowledge for resilience.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster ManagementBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management8 Dec, 2025South Asia needs climate solidarity, Pg11South Asian nations propose regional climate body (SACCC) to combat climate change impacts, pooling resources and knowledge for resilience.8 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 EconomyRupee at 90: a market meltdown or a calculated policy pivot by RBI?, Pg14Rupee breaches ₹90 mark amidst sliding exports, surging imports, and FPI flight; RBI reduces market intervention, adopting managed-float policy.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 Economy7 Dec, 2025Rupee at 90: a market meltdown or a calculated policy pivot by RBI?, Pg14Rupee breaches ₹90 mark amidst sliding exports, surging imports, and FPI flight; RBI reduces market intervention, adopting managed-float policy.7 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 InterestsWhat did Putin’s visit to India achieve?, Pg14Modi-Putin summit focuses on economic ties amidst Ukraine war, with modest outcomes and strategic autonomy maintained by India.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 Interests7 Dec, 2025What did Putin’s visit to India achieve?, Pg14Modi-Putin summit focuses on economic ties amidst Ukraine war, with modest outcomes and strategic autonomy maintained by India.7 Dec, 2025