India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsDisaster and Disaster ManagementIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsDisaster and Disaster ManagementThe Bay of Bengal as India’s SHANTI anchor, Pg10India introduces SHANTI framework for Bay of Bengal, emphasizing norms, trust, and integrity to bolster maritime security and regional cooperation, building on SAGAR vision.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsDisaster and Disaster ManagementIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsDisaster and Disaster Management31 Jul, 2026The Bay of Bengal as India’s SHANTI anchor, Pg10India introduces SHANTI framework for Bay of Bengal, emphasizing norms, trust, and integrity to bolster maritime security and regional cooperation, building on SAGAR vision.31 Jul, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGovernment Adopts Multi-Pronged Roadmap to Build a Robust Semiconductor Talent Pipeline Across Design, Manufacturing and Advanced PackagingIndia launches multi-pronged roadmap under Semicon India Programme to develop robust semiconductor talent pipeline for design, manufacturing, and advanced packaging.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development31 Jul, 2026Government Adopts Multi-Pronged Roadmap to Build a Robust Semiconductor Talent Pipeline Across Design, Manufacturing and Advanced PackagingIndia launches multi-pronged roadmap under Semicon India Programme to develop robust semiconductor talent pipeline for design, manufacturing, and advanced packaging.31 Jul, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsUS, Saudi hit Iran's allies in Iraq; Trump vows to punish Tehran, Pg11West Asia conflict escalates as US-Saudi forces strike Iran-backed militias in Iraq, prompting Trump's vow to punish Tehran amidst regional instability.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State Actors30 Jul, 2026US, Saudi hit Iran's allies in Iraq; Trump vows to punish Tehran, Pg11West Asia conflict escalates as US-Saudi forces strike Iran-backed militias in Iraq, prompting Trump's vow to punish Tehran amidst regional instability.30 Jul, 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.U.S. And Iran Resume Fighting In West Asia, Pg1US and Iran resume hostilities in West Asia, with Jordan intercepting missiles and US striking Iran-backed militias in Iraq, escalating regional tensions.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.30 Jul, 2026U.S. And Iran Resume Fighting In West Asia, Pg1US and Iran resume hostilities in West Asia, with Jordan intercepting missiles and US striking Iran-backed militias in Iraq, escalating regional tensions.30 Jul, 2026
Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsTen years and 7 PMs later, did Brexit make a difference?, Pg7Brexit's decade-long impact reveals UK's political instability, increased non-EU migration, and widened trade deficit, contrary to initial objectives.Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests30 Jul, 2026Ten years and 7 PMs later, did Brexit make a difference?, Pg7Brexit's decade-long impact reveals UK's political instability, increased non-EU migration, and widened trade deficit, contrary to initial objectives.30 Jul, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE GovernanceBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIT and ComputersGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE GovernanceBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIT and ComputersIndia Strengthens Global Digital Cooperation Through Digital Public Infrastructure Partnerships With 24 CountriesIndia signs MoUs with 24 nations to share Digital Public Infrastructure, including UPI and DigiLocker, fostering global digital transformation and cooperation.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE GovernanceBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIT and ComputersGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE GovernanceBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIT and Computers30 Jul, 2026India Strengthens Global Digital Cooperation Through Digital Public Infrastructure Partnerships With 24 CountriesIndia signs MoUs with 24 nations to share Digital Public Infrastructure, including UPI and DigiLocker, fostering global digital transformation and cooperation.30 Jul, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndia, Bangladesh must not just renew Ganga Treaty. They should reimagine it, Pg11India and Bangladesh urged to reimagine the expiring 1996 Ganga Water Treaty, integrating climate change, federal politics, and broader regional cooperation for enduring ties.Union State Relations and Federal StructureIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsUnion State Relations and Federal StructureIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements28 Jul, 2026India, Bangladesh must not just renew Ganga Treaty. They should reimagine it, Pg11India and Bangladesh urged to reimagine the expiring 1996 Ganga Water Treaty, integrating climate change, federal politics, and broader regional cooperation for enduring ties.28 Jul, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaSyria to seek joint security agreement with Israel: al-Sharaa, Pg16New Syrian President al-Sharaa proposes security pact with Israel, asserting Golan Heights claim, as UN chief Guterres urges respect for Syria's sovereignty.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora28 Jul, 2026Syria to seek joint security agreement with Israel: al-Sharaa, Pg16New Syrian President al-Sharaa proposes security pact with Israel, asserting Golan Heights claim, as UN chief Guterres urges respect for Syria's sovereignty.28 Jul, 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 InterestsUS pauses attacks for 2nd straight day, Iran does too, Pg16US, Iran pause hostilities for second day amid Omani-led diplomacy, seeking de-escalation over critical Strait of Hormuz shipping routes.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 Interests27 Jul, 2026US pauses attacks for 2nd straight day, Iran does too, Pg16US, Iran pause hostilities for second day amid Omani-led diplomacy, seeking de-escalation over critical Strait of Hormuz shipping routes.27 Jul, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and ComputersGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and ComputersCBDT issues crypto asset reporting note aligned with OECD framework, Pg15CBDT unveils 198-page crypto-asset reporting guidance, aligning with OECD framework to boost global tax transparency and combat evasion from 2025.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and ComputersGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and Computers27 Jul, 2026CBDT issues crypto asset reporting note aligned with OECD framework, Pg15CBDT unveils 198-page crypto-asset reporting guidance, aligning with OECD framework to boost global tax transparency and combat evasion from 2025.27 Jul, 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 InterestsIran says it is halting ‘retaliatory strikes’ on U.S., Pg1Iran halts retaliatory strikes on US, but escalating Strait of Hormuz tensions persist with mine claims and joint administration talks with Oman.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 Interests27 Jul, 2026Iran says it is halting ‘retaliatory strikes’ on U.S., Pg1Iran halts retaliatory strikes on US, but escalating Strait of Hormuz tensions persist with mine claims and joint administration talks with Oman.27 Jul, 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 InterestsGovt: 45% of exports to US outside purview of additional 10% tariffs, Pg13India secures lower 10% US tariffs on 55% of exports by banning forced labor goods, gaining advantage over rivals like China and Vietnam.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 Interests26 Jul, 2026Govt: 45% of exports to US outside purview of additional 10% tariffs, Pg13India secures lower 10% US tariffs on 55% of exports by banning forced labor goods, gaining advantage over rivals like China and Vietnam.26 Jul, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaSmall US businesses mount 1st challenge to Sec 301 tariffs, Pg13US small businesses launch first legal challenge against USTR's Section 301 tariffs, impacting 99.4% of imports and India, citing unconstitutional power delegation.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora26 Jul, 2026Small US businesses mount 1st challenge to Sec 301 tariffs, Pg13US small businesses launch first legal challenge against USTR's Section 301 tariffs, impacting 99.4% of imports and India, citing unconstitutional power delegation.26 Jul, 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.Houthis fire on Saudi oil sites; no US strike on Iran 1st time in 2 weeks, Pg12Houthi militants launch missile attacks on Saudi oil installations in Yanbu and Jizan, escalating Red Sea tensions as US halts Iran strikes.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.26 Jul, 2026Houthis fire on Saudi oil sites; no US strike on Iran 1st time in 2 weeks, Pg12Houthi militants launch missile attacks on Saudi oil installations in Yanbu and Jizan, escalating Red Sea tensions as US halts Iran strikes.26 Jul, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentU.S.’s new 10% tariffs will not affect 45% of exports: Centre, Pg1US imposes 10% tariffs on Indian goods over forced labor; Centre confirms 45% of exports remain exempt, pursuing bilateral trade agreement.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment26 Jul, 2026U.S.’s new 10% tariffs will not affect 45% of exports: Centre, Pg1US imposes 10% tariffs on Indian goods over forced labor; Centre confirms 45% of exports remain exempt, pursuing bilateral trade agreement.26 Jul, 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.Houthis fire missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia in response to strikes, Pg16Houthis launch missile and drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities in Yanbu and Jizan, escalating Red Sea tensions and threatening global shipping routes.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.26 Jul, 2026Houthis fire missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia in response to strikes, Pg16Houthis launch missile and drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities in Yanbu and Jizan, escalating Red Sea tensions and threatening global shipping routes.26 Jul, 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.What is the Saudi-U.S. nuclear deal about?, Pg14US-Saudi civil nuclear deal ignites proliferation debate, tied to Abraham Accords, impacting Iran and regional stability.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.26 Jul, 2026What is the Saudi-U.S. nuclear deal about?, Pg14US-Saudi civil nuclear deal ignites proliferation debate, tied to Abraham Accords, impacting Iran and regional stability.26 Jul, 2026
Art FormsArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaArt FormsArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora“Ancient Buddhist Site of Sarnath” Inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage ListAncient Buddhist Site of Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh secures UNESCO World Heritage status, becoming India's 45th property, boosting cultural diplomacy and heritage conservation.Art FormsArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaArt FormsArchitectureBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora26 Jul, 2026“Ancient Buddhist Site of Sarnath” Inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage ListAncient Buddhist Site of Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh secures UNESCO World Heritage status, becoming India's 45th property, boosting cultural diplomacy and heritage conservation.26 Jul, 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 InterestsFinal US Section 301 Measures on Forced Labour: India Placed in Lower Tariff Tier at 10%US imposes 10% Section 301 tariffs on 55% of Indian exports over forced labor concerns, impacting key sectors.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 Interests26 Jul, 2026Final US Section 301 Measures on Forced Labour: India Placed in Lower Tariff Tier at 10%US imposes 10% Section 301 tariffs on 55% of Indian exports over forced labor concerns, impacting key sectors.26 Jul, 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 InterestsChina imposes export controls on 14 EU entities over Russia sanctions, Pg2China imposes export controls on 14 EU entities, including Tatra Trucks, for dual-use items, retaliating against EU sanctions over Russia's war in Ukraine.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 Interests25 Jul, 2026China imposes export controls on 14 EU entities over Russia sanctions, Pg2China imposes export controls on 14 EU entities, including Tatra Trucks, for dual-use items, retaliating against EU sanctions over Russia's war in Ukraine.25 Jul, 2026