Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyCritical petrochemical products get full customs duty exemption (‘Centre will lose Rs 1,800 crore in revenue due to the three-month exemption on petrochemical products’), Pg15Government waives customs duty on critical petrochemicals until June 30, 2026, to ease supply chain disruptions amid West Asia tensions.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingEffects of Liberalization on the Economy3 Apr, 2026Critical petrochemical products get full customs duty exemption (‘Centre will lose Rs 1,800 crore in revenue due to the three-month exemption on petrochemical products’), Pg15Government waives customs duty on critical petrochemicals until June 30, 2026, to ease supply chain disruptions amid West Asia tensions.3 Apr, 2026
Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Some smart(phone) lessons for industrial policy, Pg13Smartphone PLI scheme propels India's export share to 8%, generating 1.5 lakh jobs and $64 billion in production.Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.3 Apr, 2026Some smart(phone) lessons for industrial policy, Pg13Smartphone PLI scheme propels India's export share to 8%, generating 1.5 lakh jobs and $64 billion in production.3 Apr, 2026
Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyI-T department signs record 219 APAs in FY26, Pg17Income Tax Department achieves record 219 APAs in FY24, surpassing 1,000 total agreements, boosting tax certainty and ease of business.Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityEffects of Liberalization on the Economy1 Apr, 2026I-T department signs record 219 APAs in FY26, Pg17Income Tax Department achieves record 219 APAs in FY24, surpassing 1,000 total agreements, boosting tax certainty and ease of business.1 Apr, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyCBIC rolls out trade reforms to enhance biz, Pg17CBIC eliminates Rs 10 lakh consignment value cap on courier exports, streamlining e-commerce and import/export processes from April 1.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy1 Apr, 2026CBIC rolls out trade reforms to enhance biz, Pg17CBIC eliminates Rs 10 lakh consignment value cap on courier exports, streamlining e-commerce and import/export processes from April 1.1 Apr, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia has rare opportunity to re-imagine neighbourhood policy. Trade is key, Pg13India poised to revamp neighbourhood policy focusing trade, connectivity, and mutual benefits amid shifting geopolitical landscape and new leadership in neighboring countries.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy1 Apr, 2026India has rare opportunity to re-imagine neighbourhood policy. Trade is key, Pg13India poised to revamp neighbourhood policy focusing trade, connectivity, and mutual benefits amid shifting geopolitical landscape and new leadership in neighboring countries.1 Apr, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyHow fresh talks unveil deep faultlines between rich & developing nations, Pg11WTO faces reform gridlock as rich-developing nations clash over trade rules, special treatment, and agriculture priorities at MC14.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy30 Mar, 2026How fresh talks unveil deep faultlines between rich & developing nations, Pg11WTO faces reform gridlock as rich-developing nations clash over trade rules, special treatment, and agriculture priorities at MC14.30 Mar, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy‘Trade deal with India not far-off, but still has gaps’, Pg10U.S.-India trade deal faces hurdles over pulses, tariff reductions, and e-commerce; 'Special 301' investigations add complexity.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy28 Mar, 2026‘Trade deal with India not far-off, but still has gaps’, Pg10U.S.-India trade deal faces hurdles over pulses, tariff reductions, and e-commerce; 'Special 301' investigations add complexity.28 Mar, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyStocks slump 2%, rupee breaches 94/$ as foreign investors rush to safe havens, Pg17Rupee crashes to 94/$, stocks plummet 2% amid FPI exodus due to West Asia conflict and rising energy prices.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy28 Mar, 2026Stocks slump 2%, rupee breaches 94/$ as foreign investors rush to safe havens, Pg17Rupee crashes to 94/$, stocks plummet 2% amid FPI exodus due to West Asia conflict and rising energy prices.28 Mar, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyWhat is driving the fall in gold prices?, Pg12Gold prices plummet despite West Asia conflict due to rising interest rates, stronger dollar, and profit-booking, impacting global investment strategies.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy27 Mar, 2026What is driving the fall in gold prices?, Pg12Gold prices plummet despite West Asia conflict due to rising interest rates, stronger dollar, and profit-booking, impacting global investment strategies.27 Mar, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia mulls trade in West Asia with local currencies, Pg1India explores trading with West Asia using local currencies to counter rising oil prices and rupee depreciation.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy27 Mar, 2026India mulls trade in West Asia with local currencies, Pg1India explores trading with West Asia using local currencies to counter rising oil prices and rupee depreciation.27 Mar, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyWTO MC14: Why it could be a 'turning point' for trade & what's at stake for India, Pg15WTO's MC14 faces crisis as US pushes reforms; India seeks policy space amid e-commerce moratorium debate.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaEffects of Liberalization on the Economy27 Mar, 2026WTO MC14: Why it could be a 'turning point' for trade & what's at stake for India, Pg15WTO's MC14 faces crisis as US pushes reforms; India seeks policy space amid e-commerce moratorium debate.27 Mar, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyWTO’s MC14, Pg8WTO's MC14 faces challenges amid US-China rivalry; India urged to champion multilateralism and revisit entrenched positions for developing world.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaEffects of Liberalization on the Economy26 Mar, 2026WTO’s MC14, Pg8WTO's MC14 faces challenges amid US-China rivalry; India urged to champion multilateralism and revisit entrenched positions for developing world.26 Mar, 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 Economy6th month in a row: India sees net FDI outflow again in Jan, Pg13India faces sixth consecutive month of net FDI outflow in January 2026, tripling December levels amid global uncertainty.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 Economy24 Mar, 20266th month in a row: India sees net FDI outflow again in Jan, Pg13India faces sixth consecutive month of net FDI outflow in January 2026, tripling December levels amid global uncertainty.24 Mar, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyWhy India is opposing China-led WTO deal, despite isolation risk, Pg15India risks isolation by opposing China-led Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement at WTO's upcoming 14th Ministerial Conference in Cameroon.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesEffects of Liberalization on the Economy23 Mar, 2026Why India is opposing China-led WTO deal, despite isolation risk, Pg15India risks isolation by opposing China-led Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement at WTO's upcoming 14th Ministerial Conference in Cameroon.23 Mar, 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 EconomyHow India has used forex reserves to tide over global uncertainties since 1991, Pg15India's forex reserves buffer against global shocks since 1991, facing challenges amid geopolitical tensions and capital outflows.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 Economy23 Mar, 2026How India has used forex reserves to tide over global uncertainties since 1991, Pg15India's forex reserves buffer against global shocks since 1991, facing challenges amid geopolitical tensions and capital outflows.23 Mar, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndia & China, economic partners, political opponents, Pg13India reconsiders FDI restrictions on China amidst shifting global trade dynamics and geopolitical tensions, aiming for economic gains and reduced import dependence.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth23 Mar, 2026India & China, economic partners, political opponents, Pg13India reconsiders FDI restrictions on China amidst shifting global trade dynamics and geopolitical tensions, aiming for economic gains and reduced import dependence.23 Mar, 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 EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyUS is building a new tariff architecture: Why India plans to wait and watch, Pg11US explores new tariff architecture via Section 301 investigations amid trade deal uncertainty post-IEEPA ruling, impacting India-US trade dynamics.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy22 Mar, 2026US is building a new tariff architecture: Why India plans to wait and watch, Pg11US explores new tariff architecture via Section 301 investigations amid trade deal uncertainty post-IEEPA ruling, impacting India-US trade dynamics.22 Mar, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyFTA negotiations with Israel, GCC countries may be delayed, Pg1West Asia conflict delays India's FTA negotiations with GCC countries and Israel; UK FTA implementation expected by May 1.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy20 Mar, 2026FTA negotiations with Israel, GCC countries may be delayed, Pg1West Asia conflict delays India's FTA negotiations with GCC countries and Israel; UK FTA implementation expected by May 1.20 Mar, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyTo give relief to exporters, govt floats Rs 497-cr scheme, Pg6Government unveils ₹497-crore 'RELIEF' scheme aiding exporters facing West Asia crisis-induced logistical disruptions and rising freight costs.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy20 Mar, 2026To give relief to exporters, govt floats Rs 497-cr scheme, Pg6Government unveils ₹497-crore 'RELIEF' scheme aiding exporters facing West Asia crisis-induced logistical disruptions and rising freight costs.20 Mar, 2026
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEU likely to complete FTA ratification by November, Pg14India-EU FTA ratification likely by November; India-UK CETA operational by April-end, boosting trade relations and economic cooperation.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy20 Mar, 2026EU likely to complete FTA ratification by November, Pg14India-EU FTA ratification likely by November; India-UK CETA operational by April-end, boosting trade relations and economic cooperation.20 Mar, 2026