Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasWhy Punjab farmers want security fence moved closer to border with Pakistan, Pg19Punjab seeks relocation of border fence to alleviate farmer restrictions, enhance land access, and address security concerns along the Pakistan border.Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas22 Jan, 2026Why Punjab farmers want security fence moved closer to border with Pakistan, Pg19Punjab seeks relocation of border fence to alleviate farmer restrictions, enhance land access, and address security concerns along the Pakistan border.22 Jan, 2026
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateResponsibilities to be assigned to ex-Agniveers yet to be decided: CISF D-G, Pg10CISF forms panel to decide roles for ex-Agniveers; awaits MHA clarity on reservation policies and assimilation protocols.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate20 Jan, 2026Responsibilities to be assigned to ex-Agniveers yet to be decided: CISF D-G, Pg10CISF forms panel to decide roles for ex-Agniveers; awaits MHA clarity on reservation policies and assimilation protocols.20 Jan, 2026
Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasFactor in terror act 'hierarchy' defined by SC in 2020 riots case, HC tells litigants, Pg8Delhi HC directs UAPA case litigants to consider SC's expanded terror definition, impacting Parliament security breach accused's bail pleas.Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasStructure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciarySecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas16 Jan, 2026Factor in terror act 'hierarchy' defined by SC in 2020 riots case, HC tells litigants, Pg8Delhi HC directs UAPA case litigants to consider SC's expanded terror definition, impacting Parliament security breach accused's bail pleas.16 Jan, 2026
Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateIndian Army Fully Prepared; Security Situation Under Firm Control: Chief of the Army Staff, Pg10Army Chief reports 29 terrorists neutralized, infiltration down, and security firm on Northern, Western fronts, and Manipur.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSecurity Forces and Agencies and their MandateIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate15 Jan, 2026Indian Army Fully Prepared; Security Situation Under Firm Control: Chief of the Army Staff, Pg10Army Chief reports 29 terrorists neutralized, infiltration down, and security firm on Northern, Western fronts, and Manipur.15 Jan, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasTrust-building with China on, but LAC vigilance essential, says Army chief, Pg12Army Chief emphasizes LAC vigilance amid trust-building with China; India rejects CPEC 2.0 and Shaksgam Valley agreement.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas14 Jan, 2026Trust-building with China on, but LAC vigilance essential, says Army chief, Pg12Army Chief emphasizes LAC vigilance amid trust-building with China; India rejects CPEC 2.0 and Shaksgam Valley agreement.14 Jan, 2026
Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasPost Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia's assertion, Pakistan's cession: How China took Shaksgam Valley, Pg21China defends claim over Shaksgam Valley; India asserts its territorial integrity and objects to CPEC through PoK.Post Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasPost Independence Consolidation and ReorganizationIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas14 Jan, 2026India's assertion, Pakistan's cession: How China took Shaksgam Valley, Pg21China defends claim over Shaksgam Valley; India asserts its territorial integrity and objects to CPEC through PoK.14 Jan, 2026
Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismNIA takes over case of infiltration of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants, Pg6NIA assumes probe into illegal Bangladeshi infiltration, uncovering a vast network facilitating entry and fake documents, following Delhi Police's initial investigation.Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasLinkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism13 Jan, 2026NIA takes over case of infiltration of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants, Pg6NIA assumes probe into illegal Bangladeshi infiltration, uncovering a vast network facilitating entry and fake documents, following Delhi Police's initial investigation.13 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
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
Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasDRDO will play key role in India’s air defence: Rajnath, Pg12Defence Minister unveils DRDO's pivotal role in 'Sudarshan Chakra' initiative, enhancing India's air defence capabilities by 2035.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas2 Jan, 2026DRDO will play key role in India’s air defence: Rajnath, Pg12Defence Minister unveils DRDO's pivotal role in 'Sudarshan Chakra' initiative, enhancing India's air defence capabilities by 2035.2 Jan, 2026
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasRailways targets new frontiers amid traffic, freight challenges, Pg12Indian Railways accelerates infrastructure projects, connects Kashmir and Mizoram, targets freight diversification, and introduces Vande Bharat sleeper trains by 2025.Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas2 Jan, 2026Railways targets new frontiers amid traffic, freight challenges, Pg12Indian Railways accelerates infrastructure projects, connects Kashmir and Mizoram, targets freight diversification, and introduces Vande Bharat sleeper trains by 2025.2 Jan, 2026
Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasMilitary hardware worth Rs 79,000 cr gets govt nod, Pg7Defence Acquisition Council approves ₹79,000 crore military hardware procurement including Astra MK-II missiles, loiter munitions, and HALE RPAS for armed forces.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas30 Dec, 2025Military hardware worth Rs 79,000 cr gets govt nod, Pg7Defence Acquisition Council approves ₹79,000 crore military hardware procurement including Astra MK-II missiles, loiter munitions, and HALE RPAS for armed forces.30 Dec, 2025
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasPolls begin in Myanmar, but democracy is elusive, Pg8Myanmar's sham elections challenge India's balancing act between supporting democracy and maintaining regional stability amidst Chinese influence.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas29 Dec, 2025Polls begin in Myanmar, but democracy is elusive, Pg8Myanmar's sham elections challenge India's balancing act between supporting democracy and maintaining regional stability amidst Chinese influence.29 Dec, 2025
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 AreasA poll win for Tarique Rahman is not a forgone conclusion, Pg15Political turmoil in Bangladesh raises concerns over free elections, anti-India sentiment, and regional security implications amidst rising influence of Jamaat-e-Islami.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 Areas27 Dec, 2025A poll win for Tarique Rahman is not a forgone conclusion, Pg15Political turmoil in Bangladesh raises concerns over free elections, anti-India sentiment, and regional security implications amidst rising influence of Jamaat-e-Islami.27 Dec, 2025
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasDelhi on Rahman return: Polls must be free, inclusive (Unremitting hostilities against minorities in Bangladesh: MEA), Pg1India expresses concern over Bangladesh's upcoming elections and violence against minorities amid Tarique Rahman's return after 17 years.Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas27 Dec, 2025Delhi on Rahman return: Polls must be free, inclusive (Unremitting hostilities against minorities in Bangladesh: MEA), Pg1India expresses concern over Bangladesh's upcoming elections and violence against minorities amid Tarique Rahman's return after 17 years.27 Dec, 2025
Health SectorSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasHealth SectorSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasInvasive mosquito species threatens India’s 2030 malaria elimination goal, Pg12Invasive mosquito Anopheles stephensi threatens India's malaria elimination goal by 2030, says Health Ministry report.Health SectorSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasHealth SectorSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas27 Dec, 2025Invasive mosquito species threatens India’s 2030 malaria elimination goal, Pg12Invasive mosquito Anopheles stephensi threatens India's malaria elimination goal by 2030, says Health Ministry report.27 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
Union State Relations and Federal StructureStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasUnion State Relations and Federal StructureStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasWhat is the Bureau of Port Security and its role?, Pg12Centre establishes Bureau of Port Security (BoPS) under Merchant Shipping Act 2025 to enhance maritime security and address emerging threats.Union State Relations and Federal StructureStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasUnion State Relations and Federal StructureStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas25 Dec, 2025What is the Bureau of Port Security and its role?, Pg12Centre establishes Bureau of Port Security (BoPS) under Merchant Shipping Act 2025 to enhance maritime security and address emerging threats.25 Dec, 2025
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsRole of External State and Non State ActorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsRole of External State and Non State ActorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia’s first anti-terror policy to be out soon, Pg1India to unveil first anti-terror policy addressing digital radicalization, open border misuse, and foreign-funded conversion networks.Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsRole of External State and Non State ActorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsRole of External State and Non State ActorsCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas24 Dec, 2025India’s first anti-terror policy to be out soon, Pg1India to unveil first anti-terror policy addressing digital radicalization, open border misuse, and foreign-funded conversion networks.24 Dec, 2025
Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasAssam invokes 1950 expulsion law again, Pg12Assam administration invokes 1950 expulsion law to deport declared foreigners, raising concerns over human rights and due process.Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSocial Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas23 Dec, 2025Assam invokes 1950 expulsion law again, Pg12Assam administration invokes 1950 expulsion law to deport declared foreigners, raising concerns over human rights and due process.23 Dec, 2025