International Relations

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Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
27 Apr, 2026

In Chinese military’s new Atlas drone swarm system, much to worry for India, Pg9

China unveils 'Atlas' drone swarm system with 96 drones controlled by one operator, posing threat to India's border security.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
26 Apr, 2026

What rules govern international waters?, Pg11

Iran-US tensions escalate in Strait of Hormuz, disrupting shipping and raising legal questions under UNCLOS regarding freedom of navigation.

India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
26 Apr, 2026

U.S. sanctions waiver on Chabahar ends, Pg6

U.S. sanctions waiver on Chabahar port ends, India faces strategic dilemma over continued involvement amidst geopolitical tensions.

India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
25 Apr, 2026

Govt. clears ₹30 billion withdrawal for Maldives, Pg10

India approves ₹30 billion withdrawal for Maldives under SAARC Currency Swap Framework amidst evolving bilateral relations, showcasing economic support.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
25 Apr, 2026

Rajnath Singh to attend 2026 SCO Defence Ministers’ meet, Pg12

Rajnath Singh to attend SCO Defence Ministers' meet in Bishkek to discuss terrorism and regional security concerns.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Diaspora
25 Apr, 2026

From student visas to H-1B, US Bill seeks immigration overhaul, Pg19

US Bill proposes sweeping changes to H-1B visas, OPT, and green cards, potentially impacting Indian students and professionals significantly.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
25 Apr, 2026

Engineering goods exports to West Asia drop by 50%, Pg15

Engineering goods exports to West Asia plummet 50% in March due to geopolitical tensions and trade disruptions.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora
25 Apr, 2026

No BRICS consensus on war, India's Chair summary notes 'deep concern', Pg14

BRICS nations fail to reach consensus on US-Israel conflict; India issues Chair's summary expressing 'deep concern'.

India and its Neighbourhood RelationsSpace Technology
24 Apr, 2026

China selects two Pakistani candidates as its first foreign astronauts: reports, Pg16

China selects Pakistani astronauts for Tiangong space station, deepening strategic ties amid US exclusion and space race dynamics.

Health SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
24 Apr, 2026

Pathogens without payback: when sharing isn’t caring, PgII

WHO's Pandemic Agreement faces deadlock over Pathogen Access and Benefit-Sharing (PABS) annex, hindering equitable access to vaccines and therapeutics globally.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Diaspora
24 Apr, 2026

‘Indian ties with Africa signal stability in a turbulent world’, Pg12

Jaishankar highlights India-Africa ties as a beacon of stability amid global turbulence, focusing on development and strategic partnerships.

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and DecolonizationSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
24 Apr, 2026

Lebanon yearns for peace and deliverance, Pg8

Amidst regional tensions, US brokers historic Lebanon-Israel talks, seeking lasting ceasefire despite Hezbollah's resistance and internal divisions.

India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
24 Apr, 2026

China in mind, India and Japan move to deepen defence ties, Pg8

India welcomes Japan's relaxed arms export policy, enhancing defence cooperation amid China's growing influence in the Indo-Pacific region.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
24 Apr, 2026

After Germany, now France waives off transit visas for Indian flyers, Pg8

France eases travel for Indian flyers, waiving off transit visas from April 10, 2026, boosting Indo-French relations after Macron's visit.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
24 Apr, 2026

Prolonged conflict to hit energy costs, disrupt trade flows & financial markets, Pg15

RBI bulletin warns West Asia conflict may hike energy costs, disrupt trade, and destabilize financial markets, impacting India's economic outlook.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy
24 Apr, 2026

Net FDI trend reversed pre-war, surged to $4.6 billion in February, Pg15

India's FDI rebounds to $4.6 billion in February, marking a four-year high amid shifting global investor sentiment.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGovernment BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
24 Apr, 2026

India's Goldilocks moment is over, macro situation will worsen, Pg10

West Asia crisis threatens India's economy: GDP growth slows to 6.7%, CAD widens amidst rising energy prices and dwindling capital flows.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests
23 Apr, 2026

China praises African states for blocking Taiwan aircraft, Pg14

China pressures African nations to deny Taiwan's President airspace access, escalating diplomatic tensions and forcing trip cancellation to Eswatini.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment
23 Apr, 2026

War, rising global energy prices & El Niño may pose inflation risk, Pg19

RBI flags inflation risks from West Asia conflict, El Niño, and energy prices; projects 6.9% GDP growth in 2026-27.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.
23 Apr, 2026

China can no longer be silent on West Asia war, Pg13

China confronts US blockade of Iranian ports, balancing economic interests with geopolitical strategy amidst rising West Asia tensions.

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