Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateAMCA fighter project moves ahead as Centre issues RFP to shortlisted firms, Pg12Defence Ministry issues RFP for indigenous AMCA fighter project to L&T, Tata Advanced Systems, and Bharat Forge consortia.Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate28 May, 2026AMCA fighter project moves ahead as Centre issues RFP to shortlisted firms, Pg12Defence Ministry issues RFP for indigenous AMCA fighter project to L&T, Tata Advanced Systems, and Bharat Forge consortia.28 May, 2026
Government BudgetingPublic Distribution SystemGovernment BudgetingPublic Distribution SystemFinancial outlay for SARTHAK-PDS scheme for five years, Pg10SARTHAK-PDS scheme gets five-year extension with ₹25,530 crore outlay; Central assistance norms revised for foodgrain movement.Government BudgetingPublic Distribution SystemGovernment BudgetingPublic Distribution System28 May, 2026Financial outlay for SARTHAK-PDS scheme for five years, Pg10SARTHAK-PDS scheme gets five-year extension with ₹25,530 crore outlay; Central assistance norms revised for foodgrain movement.28 May, 2026
Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityPolitical Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBuffer Stocks and Food SecuritySocialist states want greater role for gold, Pg9Socialist nations advocate for gold's enhanced role in global finance, aiming to dismantle currency monopolies at UNCTAD IV meet.Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityPolitical Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and SocialismImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBuffer Stocks and Food Security28 May, 2026Socialist states want greater role for gold, Pg9Socialist nations advocate for gold's enhanced role in global finance, aiming to dismantle currency monopolies at UNCTAD IV meet.28 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyConservation, Pollution and DegradationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyConservation, Pollution and DegradationTariffs to carbon, the new rules shaping India’s trade, Pg8EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) from 2026 poses challenges for India's carbon-intensive exports, impacting competitiveness and fertilizer prices.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyConservation, Pollution and DegradationBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyConservation, Pollution and Degradation28 May, 2026Tariffs to carbon, the new rules shaping India’s trade, Pg8EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) from 2026 poses challenges for India's carbon-intensive exports, impacting competitiveness and fertilizer prices.28 May, 2026
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentNew coal mine cleared in 'high conservation zone' Hasdeo forest, Pg9Controversial clearance granted for Kente coal mine in Hasdeo forest, Chhattisgarh, amid tribal protests and environmental concerns.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment28 May, 2026New coal mine cleared in 'high conservation zone' Hasdeo forest, Pg9Controversial clearance granted for Kente coal mine in Hasdeo forest, Chhattisgarh, amid tribal protests and environmental concerns.28 May, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovt calls for crackdown on fuel diversion, Pg18Government combats fuel diversion amidst rising global prices, ensuring adequate domestic supply and urging states to enforce regulations against hoarding.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices28 May, 2026Govt calls for crackdown on fuel diversion, Pg18Government combats fuel diversion amidst rising global prices, ensuring adequate domestic supply and urging states to enforce regulations against hoarding.28 May, 2026
Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment BudgetingStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment BudgetingSupreme Court upholds 28% retrospective tax on online gaming, Pg18Supreme Court validates 28% GST on online gaming, categorizing it as betting and gambling, overturning Karnataka High Court's decision.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment BudgetingStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment Budgeting28 May, 2026Supreme Court upholds 28% retrospective tax on online gaming, Pg18Supreme Court validates 28% GST on online gaming, categorizing it as betting and gambling, overturning Karnataka High Court's decision.28 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthUSTR Greer to meet Goyal 'soon', finalise India-US deal framework, Pg18India and US to finalize trade deal framework soon amidst new tariff architecture and increasing investment concerns.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth28 May, 2026USTR Greer to meet Goyal 'soon', finalise India-US deal framework, Pg18India and US to finalize trade deal framework soon amidst new tariff architecture and increasing investment concerns.28 May, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyWhy your credit card is now less rewarding, Pg17Banks devalue credit card rewards amid rising defaults and RBI regulations, shifting focus to high-value customers and profitability.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy28 May, 2026Why your credit card is now less rewarding, Pg17Banks devalue credit card rewards amid rising defaults and RBI regulations, shifting focus to high-value customers and profitability.28 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Quad announces maritime plans amid Hormuz crisis, Pg1Quad strengthens maritime security and energy cooperation amid Hormuz crisis, launching surveillance initiatives and addressing freedom of navigation concerns.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.27 May, 2026Quad announces maritime plans amid Hormuz crisis, Pg1Quad strengthens maritime security and energy cooperation amid Hormuz crisis, launching surveillance initiatives and addressing freedom of navigation concerns.27 May, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India, U.S. draw up deal on rare earth elements, Pg1India and U.S. collaborate on critical minerals framework amidst China's export controls, aiming to secure supply chains and boost technology.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.27 May, 2026India, U.S. draw up deal on rare earth elements, Pg1India and U.S. collaborate on critical minerals framework amidst China's export controls, aiming to secure supply chains and boost technology.27 May, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyThe global impact of Indonesia’s export policy shift, Pg8Indonesia centralizes commodity exports under state agency, impacting global markets and raising concerns over economic control and investment risks.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy27 May, 2026The global impact of Indonesia’s export policy shift, Pg8Indonesia centralizes commodity exports under state agency, impacting global markets and raising concerns over economic control and investment risks.27 May, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India’s energy strategy needs price correction, Pg6Geopolitical tensions expose India's energy import vulnerabilities; strategic interventions strain public finances, necessitating price corrections for economic stability and responsible consumption.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.27 May, 2026India’s energy strategy needs price correction, Pg6Geopolitical tensions expose India's energy import vulnerabilities; strategic interventions strain public finances, necessitating price corrections for economic stability and responsible consumption.27 May, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.US strikes boats, missile sites in Iran; Tehran: Gross violation of ceasefire, Pg2US-Iran tensions escalate as strikes jeopardize ceasefire, disrupting Strait of Hormuz, and threatening global oil supplies amid stalled nuclear talks.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.27 May, 2026US strikes boats, missile sites in Iran; Tehran: Gross violation of ceasefire, Pg2US-Iran tensions escalate as strikes jeopardize ceasefire, disrupting Strait of Hormuz, and threatening global oil supplies amid stalled nuclear talks.27 May, 2026
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.First LNG tanker via Strait of Hormuz reaches Indian coast, Pg18First LNG tanker navigates Strait of Hormuz amidst West Asia tensions, reaching India after two-and-a-half months, easing supply concerns.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.27 May, 2026First LNG tanker via Strait of Hormuz reaches Indian coast, Pg18First LNG tanker navigates Strait of Hormuz amidst West Asia tensions, reaching India after two-and-a-half months, easing supply concerns.27 May, 2026
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentAdani inaugurates world's largest battery storage outside China, Pg18Adani Green commissions world's largest 3.37 GWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) outside China in Khavda, Gujarat, enhancing grid reliability.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development27 May, 2026Adani inaugurates world's largest battery storage outside China, Pg18Adani Green commissions world's largest 3.37 GWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) outside China in Khavda, Gujarat, enhancing grid reliability.27 May, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthWill critical minerals treaty with US bring investments?, Pg18India and US sign critical minerals framework to counter China's dominance and secure supply chains for strategic technologies.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth27 May, 2026Will critical minerals treaty with US bring investments?, Pg18India and US sign critical minerals framework to counter China's dominance and secure supply chains for strategic technologies.27 May, 2026
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and ComputersSpace TechnologyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and ComputersSpace TechnologyBehind Musk's ambitions with SpaceX IPO, Pg15SpaceX's IPO filing reveals AI integration, orbital data centers, and Starlink's profitability under Musk's continued control, targeting $1.75 trillion valuation.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and ComputersSpace TechnologyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and ComputersSpace Technology27 May, 2026Behind Musk's ambitions with SpaceX IPO, Pg15SpaceX's IPO filing reveals AI integration, orbital data centers, and Starlink's profitability under Musk's continued control, targeting $1.75 trillion valuation.27 May, 2026
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Energy to rare earth to Fiji port: Quad bid to counter China rise in Indo-Pacific, Pg3Quad strengthens Indo-Pacific strategy, countering China with maritime surveillance, Fiji port enhancement, and critical minerals framework between India and US.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.27 May, 2026Energy to rare earth to Fiji port: Quad bid to counter China rise in Indo-Pacific, Pg3Quad strengthens Indo-Pacific strategy, countering China with maritime surveillance, Fiji port enhancement, and critical minerals framework between India and US.27 May, 2026
Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Fuel prices increase ₹7.5 after fourth hike, Pg1Fuel prices surge ₹7.5/litre after fourth hike in 10 days amid rising crude oil prices and excise duty cuts.Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Government BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.26 May, 2026Fuel prices increase ₹7.5 after fourth hike, Pg1Fuel prices surge ₹7.5/litre after fourth hike in 10 days amid rising crude oil prices and excise duty cuts.26 May, 2026