India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndia looks at 'graded' opening of economy to China, easing curbs, Pg1India considers 'graded' economic opening to China contingent on Beijing's reciprocity amid shifting global trade dynamics and easing visa restrictions.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth11 Jan, 2026India looks at 'graded' opening of economy to China, easing curbs, Pg1India considers 'graded' economic opening to China contingent on Beijing's reciprocity amid shifting global trade dynamics and easing visa restrictions.11 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIs hiring lobby firms common in diplomacy?, Pg13Indian Embassy's U.S. lobbying activities revealed: raising questions over diplomatic protocols and influence in Washington during Trump era.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests11 Jan, 2026Is hiring lobby firms common in diplomacy?, Pg13Indian Embassy's U.S. lobbying activities revealed: raising questions over diplomatic protocols and influence in Washington during Trump era.11 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsTaliban official to take charge of Afghan embassy, Pg1Taliban-appointed diplomat arrives in India as Charge d'Affaires, signalling evolving relations despite non-recognition of Taliban regime.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations10 Jan, 2026Taliban official to take charge of Afghan embassy, Pg1Taliban-appointed diplomat arrives in India as Charge d'Affaires, signalling evolving relations despite non-recognition of Taliban regime.10 Jan, 2026
Art FormsArchitectureIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsArt FormsArchitectureIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsHow the Piprahwa gems came home, Pg12India retrieves Piprahwa Buddhist relics after intense diplomatic efforts and philanthropic intervention, averting auction and ensuring their return after 127 years.Art FormsArchitectureIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsArt FormsArchitectureIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations10 Jan, 2026How the Piprahwa gems came home, Pg12India retrieves Piprahwa Buddhist relics after intense diplomatic efforts and philanthropic intervention, averting auction and ensuring their return after 127 years.10 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGovernment BudgetingSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsGovernment BudgetingSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateLutnick's deal timeline collides with Op Sindoor, Trump's 'ceasefire' claim, Pg1US trade deal timeline coincides with 'Op Sindoor' and Trump's ceasefire claim, impacting India-US-Pakistan relations.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsGovernment BudgetingSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsGovernment BudgetingSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate10 Jan, 2026Lutnick's deal timeline collides with Op Sindoor, Trump's 'ceasefire' claim, Pg1US trade deal timeline coincides with 'Op Sindoor' and Trump's ceasefire claim, impacting India-US-Pakistan relations.10 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsShrill reactions, Pg10India-Bangladesh cricket ties strained after lynching incident; BCCI's premature response and BCB's retaliatory actions escalate tensions.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations9 Jan, 2026Shrill reactions, Pg10India-Bangladesh cricket ties strained after lynching incident; BCCI's premature response and BCB's retaliatory actions escalate tensions.9 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaAnd pulls US out of 66 global bodies, opening door for China, Pg1US exits 66 global bodies, opening doors for China; India reconsiders restrictions on Chinese firms for government contracts.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora9 Jan, 2026And pulls US out of 66 global bodies, opening door for China, Pg1US exits 66 global bodies, opening doors for China; India reconsiders restrictions on Chinese firms for government contracts.9 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentGreen nod validity extension sought for Ratle hydro project, Pg9Ratle Hydroelectric Project seeks extension on environmental clearance amid delays, Indus Water Treaty concerns, and ongoing litigation.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact Assessment7 Jan, 2026Green nod validity extension sought for Ratle hydro project, Pg9Ratle Hydroelectric Project seeks extension on environmental clearance amid delays, Indus Water Treaty concerns, and ongoing litigation.7 Jan, 2026
Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsPressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsAs Op Sindoor paused, India activated lobbyists to reach out to Trump admin, Pg7India leveraged lobbyists to engage with Trump administration amidst Operation Sindoor, focusing on trade negotiations and diplomatic outreach.Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsPressure Groups and Formal or Informal AssociationsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests7 Jan, 2026As Op Sindoor paused, India activated lobbyists to reach out to Trump admin, Pg7India leveraged lobbyists to engage with Trump administration amidst Operation Sindoor, focusing on trade negotiations and diplomatic outreach.7 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas'The Chinese are using ambiguity on the LAC and unsettled borders as a pressure point against us' (FORMER INDIAN AMBASSADOR TO CHINA UNPACKS THE COMPLEX BOUNDARY DISPUTE), Pg13Ex-Ambassador unveils China's LAC ambiguity strategy, pressuring India with unsettled borders and Arunachal claims, risking renewed conflict.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas7 Jan, 2026'The Chinese are using ambiguity on the LAC and unsettled borders as a pressure point against us' (FORMER INDIAN AMBASSADOR TO CHINA UNPACKS THE COMPLEX BOUNDARY DISPUTE), Pg13Ex-Ambassador unveils China's LAC ambiguity strategy, pressuring India with unsettled borders and Arunachal claims, risking renewed conflict.7 Jan, 2026
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 InterestsHubris and caution — China’s posture as 2026 begins, Pg6China's assertive foreign policy and economic challenges complicate India's strategic choices amid shifting US-China dynamics and growing trade vulnerabilities.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 Interests5 Jan, 2026Hubris and caution — China’s posture as 2026 begins, Pg6China's assertive foreign policy and economic challenges complicate India's strategic choices amid shifting US-China dynamics and growing trade vulnerabilities.5 Jan, 2026
ArchitectureIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasArchitectureIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasINSV Kaundinya begins journey to Oman, Pg2Ancient stitched ship 'Kaundinya' retraces historic maritime routes from Porbandar to Muscat, facing challenges with traditional design and rough seas.ArchitectureIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasArchitectureIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas4 Jan, 2026INSV Kaundinya begins journey to Oman, Pg2Ancient stitched ship 'Kaundinya' retraces historic maritime routes from Porbandar to Muscat, facing challenges with traditional design and rough seas.4 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia, Pakistan share list of nuclear installations, Pg4India and Pakistan exchange lists of nuclear sites and prisoners despite strained relations, continuing 35-year-old no-attack agreement.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations2 Jan, 2026India, Pakistan share list of nuclear installations, Pg4India and Pakistan exchange lists of nuclear sites and prisoners despite strained relations, continuing 35-year-old no-attack agreement.2 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaUN chief condemns Israeli law blocking electricity, water for UNRWA facilities, Pg2UN Chief denounces Israel's ban on essential services to UNRWA facilities, citing violation of UN privileges and impeding aid to refugees.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora2 Jan, 2026UN chief condemns Israeli law blocking electricity, water for UNRWA facilities, Pg2UN Chief denounces Israel's ban on essential services to UNRWA facilities, citing violation of UN privileges and impeding aid to refugees.2 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia, Bangladesh begin joint water measurements as Ganges Treaty enters final year, Pg2India and Bangladesh collaborate on Ganges water measurements as 30-year water-sharing treaty nears expiration, fostering cooperation.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations2 Jan, 2026India, Bangladesh begin joint water measurements as Ganges Treaty enters final year, Pg2India and Bangladesh collaborate on Ganges water measurements as 30-year water-sharing treaty nears expiration, fostering cooperation.2 Jan, 2026
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 InterestsNavigating a world without norms, Pg11Israel's recognition of Somaliland signals the decline of the 'rules-based international order,' posing challenges to territorial integrity and sovereignty.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 Interests2 Jan, 2026Navigating a world without norms, Pg11Israel's recognition of Somaliland signals the decline of the 'rules-based international order,' posing challenges to territorial integrity and sovereignty.2 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Decade after GMR’s ouster, AAI to study Maldives request to run airport, Pg14Maldives seeks Indian assistance to manage Hanimaadhoo Airport, a decade after GMR's controversial ouster from Male airport project.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.1 Jan, 2026Decade after GMR’s ouster, AAI to study Maldives request to run airport, Pg14Maldives seeks Indian assistance to manage Hanimaadhoo Airport, a decade after GMR's controversial ouster from Male airport project.1 Jan, 2026
Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsPost Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsHold the centre, Pg10Bangladesh faces political uncertainty after Khaleda Zia's death and Sheikh Hasina's exile, amid rising instability and controversial elections.Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsPost Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations1 Jan, 2026Hold the centre, Pg10Bangladesh faces political uncertainty after Khaleda Zia's death and Sheikh Hasina's exile, amid rising instability and controversial elections.1 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsChina fires missiles on second day of live-fire military drills around Taiwan, Pg16China intensifies military drills around Taiwan simulating blockade, triggering condemnation and raising regional tensions amidst US arms sales and security concerns.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests31 Dec, 2025China fires missiles on second day of live-fire military drills around Taiwan, Pg16China intensifies military drills around Taiwan simulating blockade, triggering condemnation and raising regional tensions amidst US arms sales and security concerns.31 Dec, 2025
Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsKhaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first woman PM, dies; Jaishankar at funeral today, Pg1Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's Former Prime Minister, dies at 80; India sends Jaishankar to funeral amid political transition and upcoming elections.Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsRedrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationIndia and its Neighbourhood Relations31 Dec, 2025Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first woman PM, dies; Jaishankar at funeral today, Pg1Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's Former Prime Minister, dies at 80; India sends Jaishankar to funeral amid political transition and upcoming elections.31 Dec, 2025