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 GrowthFragile attractiveness, Pg8US Tariffs Trigger FDI Exodus: India's Investment Fragility Exposed, corporate tax rate cuts failed to bolster confidence.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 Growth26 Dec, 2025Fragile attractiveness, Pg8US Tariffs Trigger FDI Exodus: India's Investment Fragility Exposed, corporate tax rate cuts failed to bolster confidence.26 Dec, 2025
Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEnvironmental Impact AssessmentDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEnvironmental Impact AssessmentJapan to test mine rare-earth mud from deep seabed, Pg15Japan pioneers deep seabed rare-earth mining, aiming for supply chain security amid China's export controls and geopolitical tensions.Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEnvironmental Impact AssessmentDistribution of Key Natural ResourcesEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEnvironmental Impact Assessment26 Dec, 2025Japan to test mine rare-earth mud from deep seabed, Pg15Japan pioneers deep seabed rare-earth mining, aiming for supply chain security amid China's export controls and geopolitical tensions.26 Dec, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas‘China using LAC disengagement to reset India ties, curb U.S. alignment’, Pg14Pentagon report reveals China's LAC disengagement strategy aims to reset India ties and limit U.S. alignment amidst growing military footprint.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas25 Dec, 2025‘China using LAC disengagement to reset India ties, curb U.S. alignment’, Pg14Pentagon report reveals China's LAC disengagement strategy aims to reset India ties and limit U.S. alignment amidst growing military footprint.25 Dec, 2025
Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBelgium joins South Africa’s genocide case against Israel, Pg18Belgium formally joins South Africa's ICJ genocide case against Israel, escalating international legal pressure amid ongoing Gaza conflict.Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora25 Dec, 2025Belgium joins South Africa’s genocide case against Israel, Pg18Belgium formally joins South Africa's ICJ genocide case against Israel, escalating international legal pressure amid ongoing Gaza conflict.25 Dec, 2025
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 InterestsPakistan is back in West Asia’s good graces, Pg6Pakistan leverages geopolitical shifts, military strength, and strategic agreements to regain influence in West Asia amidst evolving regional security dynamics.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 Interests24 Dec, 2025Pakistan is back in West Asia’s good graces, Pg6Pakistan leverages geopolitical shifts, military strength, and strategic agreements to regain influence in West Asia amidst evolving regional security dynamics.24 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyA good template, Pg6India-New Zealand FTA prioritizes mobility clause for 5,000 Indian professionals and excludes sensitive sectors, aiming for deeper economic ties.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy24 Dec, 2025A good template, Pg6India-New Zealand FTA prioritizes mobility clause for 5,000 Indian professionals and excludes sensitive sectors, aiming for deeper economic ties.24 Dec, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsDisaster and Disaster ManagementIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsDisaster and Disaster ManagementIndia pledges $450-mn relief package as Jaishankar meets top Lanka leaders, Pg9India pledges $450 million aid to Sri Lanka post-Cyclone Ditwah, strengthening ties through 'Neighbourhood First' policy and Operation Sagar Bandhu.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsDisaster and Disaster ManagementIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsDisaster and Disaster Management24 Dec, 2025India pledges $450-mn relief package as Jaishankar meets top Lanka leaders, Pg9India pledges $450 million aid to Sri Lanka post-Cyclone Ditwah, strengthening ties through 'Neighbourhood First' policy and Operation Sagar Bandhu.24 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyTrade deal with New Zealand is much needed, Pg12India and New Zealand conclude trade agreement, eliminating duties on Indian exports and enhancing cooperation in IT, education, and financial services.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy24 Dec, 2025Trade deal with New Zealand is much needed, Pg12India and New Zealand conclude trade agreement, eliminating duties on Indian exports and enhancing cooperation in IT, education, and financial services.24 Dec, 2025
Parliament and State LegislaturesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Intellectual Property Rights, IPRParliament and State LegislaturesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Intellectual Property Rights, IPRSHANTI Bill is India's second shot at nuclear energy leadership, Pg12SHANTI Bill aims to overhaul India's nuclear energy framework, attract investment, and align with global standards for ambitious 100GW target by 2047.Parliament and State LegislaturesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Intellectual Property Rights, IPRParliament and State LegislaturesBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Intellectual Property Rights, IPR24 Dec, 2025SHANTI Bill is India's second shot at nuclear energy leadership, Pg12SHANTI Bill aims to overhaul India's nuclear energy framework, attract investment, and align with global standards for ambitious 100GW target by 2047.24 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentPSU signs pact with Safran group to make advanced defence systems in India, Pg12India Optel Limited partners with Safran to produce high-precision defence systems, boosting indigenous defence manufacturing and enhancing battlefield accuracy.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development23 Dec, 2025PSU signs pact with Safran group to make advanced defence systems in India, Pg12India Optel Limited partners with Safran to produce high-precision defence systems, boosting indigenous defence manufacturing and enhancing battlefield accuracy.23 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndia, New Zealand wind up FTA talks, set to boost trade, Pg1India and New Zealand conclude FTA talks, aiming to double bilateral trade to $5 billion by 2030, boosting economic ties.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the Economy23 Dec, 2025India, New Zealand wind up FTA talks, set to boost trade, Pg1India and New Zealand conclude FTA talks, aiming to double bilateral trade to $5 billion by 2030, boosting economic ties.23 Dec, 2025
Education SectorIndian DiasporaEducation SectorIndian DiasporaNITI Aayog proposes $10-bn research fund, scholarships to ‘globalise’ higher education, Pg10NITI Aayog proposes $10 billion research fund and Vishwa Bandhu scholarships to globalize Indian higher education by 2047.Education SectorIndian DiasporaEducation SectorIndian Diaspora23 Dec, 2025NITI Aayog proposes $10-bn research fund, scholarships to ‘globalise’ higher education, Pg10NITI Aayog proposes $10 billion research fund and Vishwa Bandhu scholarships to globalize Indian higher education by 2047.23 Dec, 2025
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 InterestsPutin’s visit to India and the aftermath, Pg6Putin's India visit reaffirms strong ties amidst Western pressure, focusing on trade and connectivity while defense cooperation takes backseat.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 Interests23 Dec, 2025Putin’s visit to India and the aftermath, Pg6Putin's India visit reaffirms strong ties amidst Western pressure, focusing on trade and connectivity while defense cooperation takes backseat.23 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIndia, France sign pact to produce direct firing sight, navigation system, Pg6India, France collaborate to produce advanced SIGMA 30 navigation system and CM3-MR direct firing sight for enhanced artillery and anti-drone capabilities.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development23 Dec, 2025India, France sign pact to produce direct firing sight, navigation system, Pg6India, France collaborate to produce advanced SIGMA 30 navigation system and CM3-MR direct firing sight for enhanced artillery and anti-drone capabilities.23 Dec, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsDisaster and Disaster ManagementIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsDisaster and Disaster ManagementJaishankar visits cyclone-hit Lanka as PM special envoy, Pg6Jaishankar visits cyclone-hit Sri Lanka as PM's envoy, pledging India's support through 'Operation Sagar Bandhu' with 1,134 tonnes of aid.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsDisaster and Disaster ManagementIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsDisaster and Disaster Management23 Dec, 2025Jaishankar visits cyclone-hit Lanka as PM special envoy, Pg6Jaishankar visits cyclone-hit Sri Lanka as PM's envoy, pledging India's support through 'Operation Sagar Bandhu' with 1,134 tonnes of aid.23 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaTrade tiff: China hits EU dairy with up to 42.7% tariffs, Pg15China imposes up to 42.7% tariffs on EU dairy in retaliation for electric vehicle tariffs, escalating trade tensions.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and Fora23 Dec, 2025Trade tiff: China hits EU dairy with up to 42.7% tariffs, Pg15China imposes up to 42.7% tariffs on EU dairy in retaliation for electric vehicle tariffs, escalating trade tensions.23 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentTata Electronics signs chip deal with Japan's ROHM, Pg15Tata Electronics partners with ROHM for automotive semiconductor assembly, boosting India's Rs 76,000 crore semiconductor mission.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development23 Dec, 2025Tata Electronics signs chip deal with Japan's ROHM, Pg15Tata Electronics partners with ROHM for automotive semiconductor assembly, boosting India's Rs 76,000 crore semiconductor mission.23 Dec, 2025
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyOct sees net FDI outflow of $1.55 billion: RBI data, Pg15RBI data reveals $1.55 billion net FDI outflow in October amidst rising concerns over foreign investor pullout and rupee depreciation.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy23 Dec, 2025Oct sees net FDI outflow of $1.55 billion: RBI data, Pg15RBI data reveals $1.55 billion net FDI outflow in October amidst rising concerns over foreign investor pullout and rupee depreciation.23 Dec, 2025
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyContinued focus on macros, reforms to enable economy maintain high growth, Pg15RBI emphasizes macroeconomic focus and reforms for sustained high growth amidst global trade uncertainties and Mexico's tariff hikes on Indian exports.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the Economy23 Dec, 2025Continued focus on macros, reforms to enable economy maintain high growth, Pg15RBI emphasizes macroeconomic focus and reforms for sustained high growth amidst global trade uncertainties and Mexico's tariff hikes on Indian exports.23 Dec, 2025
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace TechnologyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace TechnologyJAXA mission onboard H3 rocket fails at second stage, Pg12JAXA's H3 rocket mission fails during second stage, impacting future lunar exploration and ISRO's Chandrayaan-5 mission partnership.Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace TechnologyBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace Technology23 Dec, 2025JAXA mission onboard H3 rocket fails at second stage, Pg12JAXA's H3 rocket mission fails during second stage, impacting future lunar exploration and ISRO's Chandrayaan-5 mission partnership.23 Dec, 2025