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 InterestsAt Beijing summit, both Trump, Xi got what they came for. But Xi got a bit more, Pg8Trump-Xi Beijing summit yields 'constructive strategic stability' but China gains more leverage, impacting India's strategic options amid ongoing US-China rivalry.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 Interests18 May, 2026At Beijing summit, both Trump, Xi got what they came for. But Xi got a bit more, Pg8Trump-Xi Beijing summit yields 'constructive strategic stability' but China gains more leverage, impacting India's strategic options amid ongoing US-China rivalry.18 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentChips to clean energy, India and Netherlands upgrade ties to strategic partnership, Pg1India and Netherlands elevate ties to strategic partnership, sign 16 pacts focusing on semiconductors, clean energy, and defence cooperation.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development18 May, 2026Chips to clean energy, India and Netherlands upgrade ties to strategic partnership, Pg1India and Netherlands elevate ties to strategic partnership, sign 16 pacts focusing on semiconductors, clean energy, and defence cooperation.18 May, 2026
ArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaPM stresses close ties as he addresses the diaspora and meets Dutch royalty, Pg10PM Modi strengthens India-Netherlands ties focusing trade, technology, and cultural exchange, also addressing diaspora and meeting Dutch Royalty.ArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Diaspora17 May, 2026PM stresses close ties as he addresses the diaspora and meets Dutch royalty, Pg10PM Modi strengthens India-Netherlands ties focusing trade, technology, and cultural exchange, also addressing diaspora and meeting Dutch Royalty.17 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIntra-BRICS trade accounts for just 5% of global trade: Comm secy, Pg11Intra-BRICS trade surges to $1.17 trillion, yet represents only 5% of global trade, signaling untapped economic potential.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy17 May, 2026Intra-BRICS trade accounts for just 5% of global trade: Comm secy, Pg11Intra-BRICS trade surges to $1.17 trillion, yet represents only 5% of global trade, signaling untapped economic potential.17 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia’s goods exports climb to $43.6 billion, Pg1India's merchandise exports surge 14% to $43.6 billion in April 2026, driven by diversification and price increases.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy16 May, 2026India’s goods exports climb to $43.6 billion, Pg1India's merchandise exports surge 14% to $43.6 billion in April 2026, driven by diversification and price increases.16 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia, UAE sign pacts on energy, defence as Modi visits West Asian nation, Pg9India and UAE deepen strategic ties with defence pact, energy deals amid regional security concerns during Modi's visit.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas16 May, 2026India, UAE sign pacts on energy, defence as Modi visits West Asian nation, Pg9India and UAE deepen strategic ties with defence pact, energy deals amid regional security concerns during Modi's visit.16 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 InterestsU.S., China ‘settled a lot of problems’, says Trump after visit, Pg1Trump's China visit concludes with trade deals, Boeing purchase, and commitment to address mutual concerns, signaling improved U.S.-China 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 Interests16 May, 2026U.S., China ‘settled a lot of problems’, says Trump after visit, Pg1Trump's China visit concludes with trade deals, Boeing purchase, and commitment to address mutual concerns, signaling improved U.S.-China relations.16 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBRICS members agree on creation of ‘independent, viable’ state of Palestine, Pg9BRICS nations advocate for independent Palestine with pre-1967 borders, East Jerusalem as capital, amidst internal disagreements over Gaza and Hormuz.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora16 May, 2026BRICS members agree on creation of ‘independent, viable’ state of Palestine, Pg9BRICS nations advocate for independent Palestine with pre-1967 borders, East Jerusalem as capital, amidst internal disagreements over Gaza and Hormuz.16 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 InterestsSuperpower summit, Pg6U.S. and China seek 'strategic stability' amidst trade disputes and Taiwan tensions, impacting global power dynamics and India's strategic autonomy.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 Interests16 May, 2026Superpower summit, Pg6U.S. and China seek 'strategic stability' amidst trade disputes and Taiwan tensions, impacting global power dynamics and India's strategic autonomy.16 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasTop Netherlands Navy officer: India can work with us to protect underwater infra, Pg9Netherlands offers India collaboration on underwater infrastructure protection and unmanned systems amidst growing Indo-Pacific concerns and naval cooperation.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas16 May, 2026Top Netherlands Navy officer: India can work with us to protect underwater infra, Pg9Netherlands offers India collaboration on underwater infrastructure protection and unmanned systems amidst growing Indo-Pacific concerns and naval cooperation.16 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaDivisions between Iran, UAE on war in West Asia thwart joint statement, Pg6BRICS nations fail to issue joint statement due to Iran-UAE divisions over West Asia conflict; India releases chair statement.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora16 May, 2026Divisions between Iran, UAE on war in West Asia thwart joint statement, Pg6BRICS nations fail to issue joint statement due to Iran-UAE divisions over West Asia conflict; India releases chair statement.16 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.Discussed increased supply of Russian energy with Modi, Jaishankar: Lavrov, Pg6Lavrov reveals discussions with Modi, Jaishankar on increased Russian energy supply amidst US sanctions waiver expiry concerns.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.16 May, 2026Discussed increased supply of Russian energy with Modi, Jaishankar: Lavrov, Pg6Lavrov reveals discussions with Modi, Jaishankar on increased Russian energy supply amidst US sanctions waiver expiry concerns.16 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyHow tax relief on bond investments will help FPIs, Pg17Government considers slashing withholding tax on bond investments from 20% to 5% to revive foreign portfolio inflows.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the Economy16 May, 2026How tax relief on bond investments will help FPIs, Pg17Government considers slashing withholding tax on bond investments from 20% to 5% to revive foreign portfolio inflows.16 May, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Araghchi: Chabahar a golden gateway, hope India still develops it, Pg1Iranian Foreign Minister urges India to continue Chabahar port development amidst US sanctions, highlighting its strategic importance for regional connectivity.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.16 May, 2026Araghchi: Chabahar a golden gateway, hope India still develops it, Pg1Iranian Foreign Minister urges India to continue Chabahar port development amidst US sanctions, highlighting its strategic importance for regional connectivity.16 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsEnergy to defence, India, UAE deepen ties; PM calls for opening of Hormuz, Pg1India and UAE deepen ties with strategic defence partnership amid West Asia crisis, focusing on energy security and regional stability.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment Models16 May, 2026Energy to defence, India, UAE deepen ties; PM calls for opening of Hormuz, Pg1India and UAE deepen ties with strategic defence partnership amid West Asia crisis, focusing on energy security and regional stability.16 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 InterestsIndia backs two-state solution for Palestine issue, says Jaishankar at BRICS meeting, Pg14Jaishankar reaffirms India's commitment to two-state solution for Palestine, urges dialogue amidst BRICS ministerial meet, addressing regional conflicts.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 Interests15 May, 2026India backs two-state solution for Palestine issue, says Jaishankar at BRICS meeting, Pg14Jaishankar reaffirms India's commitment to two-state solution for Palestine, urges dialogue amidst BRICS ministerial meet, addressing regional conflicts.15 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 InterestsThe Iran war, India’s strategic autonomy challenges, Pg10Iran war challenges India's strategic autonomy amid US unilateralism, testing foreign policy agility and diversification efforts with Europe.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 Interests15 May, 2026The Iran war, India’s strategic autonomy challenges, Pg10Iran war challenges India's strategic autonomy amid US unilateralism, testing foreign policy agility and diversification efforts with Europe.15 May, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsBRICS, Pg2BRICS nations discuss West Asia conflict, Strait of Hormuz tensions, and call for de-escalation amid Iran-UAE distrust.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements15 May, 2026BRICS, Pg2BRICS nations discuss West Asia conflict, Strait of Hormuz tensions, and call for de-escalation amid Iran-UAE distrust.15 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.PM's Europe trip: New alliances for new uncertainties, Pg13PM Modi's Europe tour aims to forge strategic alliances amidst global uncertainties, focusing on trade, technology, and geopolitical cooperation.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.15 May, 2026PM's Europe trip: New alliances for new uncertainties, Pg13PM Modi's Europe tour aims to forge strategic alliances amidst global uncertainties, focusing on trade, technology, and geopolitical cooperation.15 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.Iran listening, India says safe Hormuz key to economic health, Pg1Jaishankar highlights Hormuz Strait's safety for global economy amidst vessel seizure and heightened tensions between Iran and US.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.15 May, 2026Iran listening, India says safe Hormuz key to economic health, Pg1Jaishankar highlights Hormuz Strait's safety for global economy amidst vessel seizure and heightened tensions between Iran and US.15 May, 2026