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.Ceasefire strained, Israel offers talks with Lebanon, Pg3Israel offers direct talks with Lebanon amid strained ceasefire, focusing on Hezbollah disarmament and peaceful relations, brokered by US and Pakistan.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.10 Apr, 2026Ceasefire strained, Israel offers talks with Lebanon, Pg3Israel offers direct talks with Lebanon amid strained ceasefire, focusing on Hezbollah disarmament and peaceful relations, brokered by US and Pakistan.10 Apr, 2026
Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentWhy India wants fast breeder reactors, Pg8India's Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor achieves criticality, marking a crucial step towards sustainable nuclear energy and long-term fuel security.Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development9 Apr, 2026Why India wants fast breeder reactors, Pg8India's Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor achieves criticality, marking a crucial step towards sustainable nuclear energy and long-term fuel security.9 Apr, 2026
Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthJan Vishwas 2.0 is all about trust-based compliance, Pg6Parliament passes Jan Vishwas 2.0 Bill, decriminalizing 717 provisions across 79 Central Acts, fostering trust-based compliance and reducing court congestion.Parliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthParliament and State LegislaturesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth9 Apr, 2026Jan Vishwas 2.0 is all about trust-based compliance, Pg6Parliament passes Jan Vishwas 2.0 Bill, decriminalizing 717 provisions across 79 Central Acts, fostering trust-based compliance and reducing court congestion.9 Apr, 2026
Location Factors for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary IndustriesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthLocation Factors for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary IndustriesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthThe other side of sport — mastering manufacturing, Pg6NITI Aayog report reveals India's sports equipment manufacturing challenges, including cost disadvantages and lack of global brands, hindering export potential.Location Factors for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary IndustriesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthLocation Factors for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary IndustriesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth9 Apr, 2026The other side of sport — mastering manufacturing, Pg6NITI Aayog report reveals India's sports equipment manufacturing challenges, including cost disadvantages and lack of global brands, hindering export potential.9 Apr, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices‘West Asia conflict’s effect kept in mind’: Cabinet approves 12% hike in P&K fertiliser subsidy, Pg7Cabinet approves 12% hike in P&K fertiliser subsidy to Rs 41,533 crore amid West Asia conflict.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices9 Apr, 2026‘West Asia conflict’s effect kept in mind’: Cabinet approves 12% hike in P&K fertiliser subsidy, Pg7Cabinet approves 12% hike in P&K fertiliser subsidy to Rs 41,533 crore amid West Asia conflict.9 Apr, 2026
Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentWorld Bank raises India growth forecast by 30 bps to 6.6% for FY27, Pg14World Bank projects India's FY27 growth at 6.6%, a 30 bps increase, driven by domestic demand and trade agreements.Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment9 Apr, 2026World Bank raises India growth forecast by 30 bps to 6.6% for FY27, Pg14World Bank projects India's FY27 growth at 6.6%, a 30 bps increase, driven by domestic demand and trade agreements.9 Apr, 2026
Poverty and Developmental IssuesLand Reforms in IndiaPoverty and Developmental IssuesLand Reforms in IndiaTop 10% rural households own 44% land in India: Study, Pg14Study reveals stark land inequality: Top 10% of rural households own 44% of India's land, 46% are landless.Poverty and Developmental IssuesLand Reforms in IndiaPoverty and Developmental IssuesLand Reforms in India9 Apr, 2026Top 10% rural households own 44% land in India: Study, Pg14Study reveals stark land inequality: Top 10% of rural households own 44% of India's land, 46% are landless.9 Apr, 2026
Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingRBI holds repo rate, sees GDP growth slowing to 6.9% in FY27, Pg14RBI holds repo rate steady at 5.25%, projects slower GDP growth of 6.9% for FY27 amid global uncertainties.Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting9 Apr, 2026RBI holds repo rate, sees GDP growth slowing to 6.9% in FY27, Pg14RBI holds repo rate steady at 5.25%, projects slower GDP growth of 6.9% for FY27 amid global uncertainties.9 Apr, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationAssam, Meghalaya flag high tariff, refuse extra power from Subansiri, Pg11Assam and Meghalaya reject additional power from Subansiri project due to high tariffs, impacting consumers and project viability.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation9 Apr, 2026Assam, Meghalaya flag high tariff, refuse extra power from Subansiri, Pg11Assam and Meghalaya reject additional power from Subansiri project due to high tariffs, impacting consumers and project viability.9 Apr, 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 AssessmentOn India’s updated climate pledges, Pg10India updates climate pledges, committing to emission reduction and non-fossil fuel targets amidst economic and developmental constraints.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment8 Apr, 2026On India’s updated climate pledges, Pg10India updates climate pledges, committing to emission reduction and non-fossil fuel targets amidst economic and developmental constraints.8 Apr, 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 DevelopmentKalpakkam: ‘Critical’ step in 3-stage nuclear programme, Pg15India's Fast Breeder Reactor achieves criticality, marking a leap towards thorium-based nuclear energy independence and second country after Russia.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 Development8 Apr, 2026Kalpakkam: ‘Critical’ step in 3-stage nuclear programme, Pg15India's Fast Breeder Reactor achieves criticality, marking a leap towards thorium-based nuclear energy independence and second country after Russia.8 Apr, 2026
Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSEBI gives breather to IPO-bound firms, Pg13SEBI eases IPO norms, extending clearance validity until September 2026, amidst market volatility and geopolitical tensions affecting fundraising.Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth8 Apr, 2026SEBI gives breather to IPO-bound firms, Pg13SEBI eases IPO norms, extending clearance validity until September 2026, amidst market volatility and geopolitical tensions affecting fundraising.8 Apr, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.12 mn barrels of Venezuelan oil may reach India this month, Pg13India boosts Venezuelan oil imports amidst West Asia tensions, diversifying supply and strengthening energy security after US sanctions eased.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.8 Apr, 202612 mn barrels of Venezuelan oil may reach India this month, Pg13India boosts Venezuelan oil imports amidst West Asia tensions, diversifying supply and strengthening energy security after US sanctions eased.8 Apr, 2026
Poverty and Developmental IssuesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthPoverty and Developmental IssuesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthAt Vapi's chemical units, order books hit, cash flows blocked, Pg1West Asia conflict disrupts Vapi's chemical units, hiking raw material costs by 60-70%, slashing production capacities by 50%.Poverty and Developmental IssuesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthPoverty and Developmental IssuesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth8 Apr, 2026At Vapi's chemical units, order books hit, cash flows blocked, Pg1West Asia conflict disrupts Vapi's chemical units, hiking raw material costs by 60-70%, slashing production capacities by 50%.8 Apr, 2026
Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesHealth SectorBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityConservation, Pollution and DegradationImportant Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesHealth SectorBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityConservation, Pollution and DegradationClimate change as a public health emergency, Pg8Climate change intensifies diseases, expands disease risk, and threatens food security, posing a severe public health emergency in India.Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesHealth SectorBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityConservation, Pollution and DegradationImportant Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesHealth SectorBuffer Stocks and Food SecurityConservation, Pollution and Degradation7 Apr, 2026Climate change as a public health emergency, Pg8Climate change intensifies diseases, expands disease risk, and threatens food security, posing a severe public health emergency in India.7 Apr, 2026
Inclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentCentral bank revises banking correspondent classification, Pg20RBI proposes banking correspondent classification to boost financial inclusion; FPI investment limits for securities remain unchanged for FY27.Inclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInclusive GrowthIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment7 Apr, 2026Central bank revises banking correspondent classification, Pg20RBI proposes banking correspondent classification to boost financial inclusion; FPI investment limits for securities remain unchanged for FY27.7 Apr, 2026
Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingIndia's fiscal discipline provides headroom amid global volatility, Pg20FM Sitharaman highlights India's fiscal discipline, providing economic resilience amid global volatility and maintaining capex program.Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment Budgeting7 Apr, 2026India's fiscal discipline provides headroom amid global volatility, Pg20FM Sitharaman highlights India's fiscal discipline, providing economic resilience amid global volatility and maintaining capex program.7 Apr, 2026
Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Why ongoing conflict has drawn comparisons with 1973 oil crisis, Pg17Geopolitical tensions and Strait of Hormuz closure spark fears of 1973-like oil crisis, impacting global economy and India.Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.7 Apr, 2026Why ongoing conflict has drawn comparisons with 1973 oil crisis, Pg17Geopolitical tensions and Strait of Hormuz closure spark fears of 1973-like oil crisis, impacting global economy and India.7 Apr, 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.An Indo-Pacific strategy minus West Asia is incomplete, Pg12West Asia instability exposes Indo-Pacific vulnerabilities, impacting energy, shipping, and geopolitics, demanding strategy rethink for regional security.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.7 Apr, 2026An Indo-Pacific strategy minus West Asia is incomplete, Pg12West Asia instability exposes Indo-Pacific vulnerabilities, impacting energy, shipping, and geopolitics, demanding strategy rethink for regional security.7 Apr, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment BudgetingFinance commission strengthens local bodies, but at the cost of states, Pg1116th Finance Commission recommendations spark federalism debate; critics allege weakened state autonomy due to altered fund distribution and increased central leverage.Union State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment BudgetingUnion State Relations and Federal StructureDevolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment Budgeting7 Apr, 2026Finance commission strengthens local bodies, but at the cost of states, Pg1116th Finance Commission recommendations spark federalism debate; critics allege weakened state autonomy due to altered fund distribution and increased central leverage.7 Apr, 2026