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
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsPutin’s visit to India and the aftermath, Pg6Putin's India visit reaffirms strong ties amidst Western pressure, focusing on trade and connectivity while defense cooperation takes backseat.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests23 Dec, 2025Putin’s visit to India and the aftermath, Pg6Putin's India visit reaffirms strong ties amidst Western pressure, focusing on trade and connectivity while defense cooperation takes backseat.23 Dec, 2025
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
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
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
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
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
LiteratureThe Freedom StruggleBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsLiteratureThe Freedom StruggleBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsRepublic Day festivities to highlight Vande Mataram, Pg9Republic Day 2025 to spotlight 'Vande Mataram' with EU leaders as chief guests, marking 150 years of the National Song.LiteratureThe Freedom StruggleBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsLiteratureThe Freedom StruggleBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements21 Dec, 2025Republic Day festivities to highlight Vande Mataram, Pg9Republic Day 2025 to spotlight 'Vande Mataram' with EU leaders as chief guests, marking 150 years of the National Song.21 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaChina files WTO case against Indian tariffs, Pg19China challenges India's ICT tariffs and photovoltaic subsidies at WTO, alleging unfair competitive advantage and violation of trade rules.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora20 Dec, 2025China files WTO case against Indian tariffs, Pg19China challenges India's ICT tariffs and photovoltaic subsidies at WTO, alleging unfair competitive advantage and violation of trade rules.20 Dec, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsThree countries, one new story, Pg14PM Modi's three-nation tour strengthens India's strategic presence amidst shifting geopolitics in Middle East and Horn of Africa.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests20 Dec, 2025Three countries, one new story, Pg14PM Modi's three-nation tour strengthens India's strategic presence amidst shifting geopolitics in Middle East and Horn of Africa.20 Dec, 2025
Health SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaHealth SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaWHO meet boosts collaboration on global health: PM, Pg12PM Modi highlights global collaboration in traditional medicine at WHO summit, emphasizing digital technology and knowledge sharing for effective healthcare.Health SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaHealth SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora20 Dec, 2025WHO meet boosts collaboration on global health: PM, Pg12PM Modi highlights global collaboration in traditional medicine at WHO summit, emphasizing digital technology and knowledge sharing for effective healthcare.20 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 signs trade pact with Oman for duty-free exports, Pg1India and Oman ink CEPA, Oman to provide duty-free access to 98.08% of tariff lines.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 Economy19 Dec, 2025India signs trade pact with Oman for duty-free exports, Pg1India and Oman ink CEPA, Oman to provide duty-free access to 98.08% of tariff lines.19 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 InterestsAdditional vessels in Russia’s shadow fleet targeted by the EU, Pg10EU sanctions 41 additional vessels linked to Russia's 'shadow fleet,' escalating economic pressure and maritime restrictions.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 Interests19 Dec, 2025Additional vessels in Russia’s shadow fleet targeted by the EU, Pg10EU sanctions 41 additional vessels linked to Russia's 'shadow fleet,' escalating economic pressure and maritime restrictions.19 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 InterestsIndia-Russia logistics agreement, with eye on Arctic, Indo-Pacific, Pg9India and Russia formalize military logistics agreement (RELOS) enhancing operational reach in Arctic and Indo-Pacific regions.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 Interests19 Dec, 2025India-Russia logistics agreement, with eye on Arctic, Indo-Pacific, Pg9India and Russia formalize military logistics agreement (RELOS) enhancing operational reach in Arctic and Indo-Pacific regions.19 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyLooking to expand market access, India inks free trade pact with Oman, Pg1India and Oman sign CEPA, boosting trade ties and offering zero-duty access on 98% of tariff lines.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy19 Dec, 2025Looking to expand market access, India inks free trade pact with Oman, Pg1India and Oman sign CEPA, boosting trade ties and offering zero-duty access on 98% of tariff lines.19 Dec, 2025