Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSalient Features of World's Physical GeographyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasChina maps the ocean floor as it prepares for submarine warfare with U.S., Pg14China's extensive undersea mapping in strategic oceans raises concerns over potential submarine warfare capabilities against the U.S. and allies.Salient Features of World's Physical GeographyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSalient Features of World's Physical GeographyEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas25 Mar, 2026China maps the ocean floor as it prepares for submarine warfare with U.S., Pg14China's extensive undersea mapping in strategic oceans raises concerns over potential submarine warfare capabilities against the U.S. and allies.25 Mar, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas‘Regime change needs air power with ground troops’, Pg16Ex-Air Chief Marshal Dhanoa analyzes US-Iran conflict, emphasizing air power's limitations without ground troops for regime change.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas25 Mar, 2026‘Regime change needs air power with ground troops’, Pg16Ex-Air Chief Marshal Dhanoa analyzes US-Iran conflict, emphasizing air power's limitations without ground troops for regime change.25 Mar, 2026
E GovernanceScience and Technology in Everyday LifeSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasE GovernanceScience and Technology in Everyday LifeSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasOne face, 463 cameras: Facial recognition fights crime on Mumbai rly platforms, Pg1Mumbai Railways deploys facial recognition system across 463 cameras, aiding police in solving crimes and tracing missing persons effectively.E GovernanceScience and Technology in Everyday LifeSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasE GovernanceScience and Technology in Everyday LifeSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas24 Mar, 2026One face, 463 cameras: Facial recognition fights crime on Mumbai rly platforms, Pg1Mumbai Railways deploys facial recognition system across 463 cameras, aiding police in solving crimes and tracing missing persons effectively.24 Mar, 2026
Union State Relations and Federal StructureRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasUnion State Relations and Federal StructureRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasUnfenced border with Myanmar in focus after arrest of seven foreigners, Pg16India-Myanmar border security heightened after foreign nationals' arrest; only 43 km of 1,643 km border fenced.Union State Relations and Federal StructureRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasUnion State Relations and Federal StructureRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas20 Mar, 2026Unfenced border with Myanmar in focus after arrest of seven foreigners, Pg16India-Myanmar border security heightened after foreign nationals' arrest; only 43 km of 1,643 km border fenced.20 Mar, 2026
Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace TechnologySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace TechnologySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasLosing the way, Pg12ISRO's NavIC navigation system faces operational crisis with satellite failures, hindering India's strategic autonomy and defense capabilities.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace TechnologySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace TechnologySecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas20 Mar, 2026Losing the way, Pg12ISRO's NavIC navigation system faces operational crisis with satellite failures, hindering India's strategic autonomy and defense capabilities.20 Mar, 2026
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 Areas22 India-bound ships on Hormuz evacuation list, Pg1India initiates Hormuz evacuation plan for 22 vessels amid West Asia tensions, ensuring energy security and seafarer safety.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 Areas19 Mar, 202622 India-bound ships on Hormuz evacuation list, Pg1India initiates Hormuz evacuation plan for 22 vessels amid West Asia tensions, ensuring energy security and seafarer safety.19 Mar, 2026
Role of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismAmerican held by NIA for terror plot fought in Libya, Ukraine, Pg3NIA arrests American and Ukrainians for terror plot involving drone supply to Myanmar-based Ethnic Armed Groups, raising security concerns.Role of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasLinkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism19 Mar, 2026American held by NIA for terror plot fought in Libya, Ukraine, Pg3NIA arrests American and Ukrainians for terror plot involving drone supply to Myanmar-based Ethnic Armed Groups, raising security concerns.19 Mar, 2026
Role of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasLinkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism6 Ukrainians, American in NIA net: 'Supply of drones to insurgents, illegal entry in Mizoram', Pg1NIA arrests seven foreigners for supplying drones to insurgents and illegally entering Mizoram, raising national security concerns.Role of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasLinkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismRole of External State and Non State ActorsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasLinkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism18 Mar, 20266 Ukrainians, American in NIA net: 'Supply of drones to insurgents, illegal entry in Mizoram', Pg1NIA arrests seven foreigners for supplying drones to insurgents and illegally entering Mizoram, raising national security concerns.18 Mar, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasNaval warships escort Indian vessels from the Gulf of Oman, Pg12Indian Navy escorts merchant vessels through Gulf of Oman amidst regional tensions, ensuring safe passage and uninterrupted LPG supply.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas17 Mar, 2026Naval warships escort Indian vessels from the Gulf of Oman, Pg12Indian Navy escorts merchant vessels through Gulf of Oman amidst regional tensions, ensuring safe passage and uninterrupted LPG supply.17 Mar, 2026
Science and Technology in Everyday LifeSpace TechnologySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasScience and Technology in Everyday LifeSpace TechnologySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasWhat makes some locations on Google Maps look blurry or difficult to navigate?, Pg11Nations resist detailed mapping on Google Maps fearing security threats, while Google balances user needs with geopolitical concerns.Science and Technology in Everyday LifeSpace TechnologySecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasScience and Technology in Everyday LifeSpace TechnologySecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas16 Mar, 2026What makes some locations on Google Maps look blurry or difficult to navigate?, Pg11Nations resist detailed mapping on Google Maps fearing security threats, while Google balances user needs with geopolitical concerns.16 Mar, 2026
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 AreasIndian tanker was loading when Fujairah terminal was attacked, Pg9Indian tanker 'Jag Laadki' safely departs Fujairah after oil terminal attack, highlighting regional maritime security risks amidst West Asia conflict.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 Areas16 Mar, 2026Indian tanker was loading when Fujairah terminal was attacked, Pg9Indian tanker 'Jag Laadki' safely departs Fujairah after oil terminal attack, highlighting regional maritime security risks amidst West Asia conflict.16 Mar, 2026
Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia's FDI policy tweak for LBCs: Who stands to gain from these changes, Pg13India eases FDI norms for land-bordering countries in key sectors, aiming to boost manufacturing and attract foreign investment.Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas16 Mar, 2026India's FDI policy tweak for LBCs: Who stands to gain from these changes, Pg13India eases FDI norms for land-bordering countries in key sectors, aiming to boost manufacturing and attract foreign investment.16 Mar, 2026
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 AreasIndian-flagged LPG carrier crosses the Strait of Hormuz: tracking data, Pg9Indian LPG carrier 'Shivalik' crosses Strait of Hormuz amidst West Asia conflict, raising concerns over maritime security and trade routes.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 Areas14 Mar, 2026Indian-flagged LPG carrier crosses the Strait of Hormuz: tracking data, Pg9Indian LPG carrier 'Shivalik' crosses Strait of Hormuz amidst West Asia conflict, raising concerns over maritime security and trade routes.14 Mar, 2026
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasChina’s ‘border defence’ villages and the challenges they pose, Pg17China is rapidly constructing "well-off villages" along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) to solidify its territorial claims and enhance its military posture. In response, India has launched the Vibrant Villages Programme to modernize its own frontier settlements and strengthen border infrastructure.India and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasIndia and its Neighbourhood RelationsSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas13 Mar, 2026China’s ‘border defence’ villages and the challenges they pose, Pg17China is rapidly constructing "well-off villages" along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) to solidify its territorial claims and enhance its military posture. In response, India has launched the Vibrant Villages Programme to modernize its own frontier settlements and strengthen border infrastructure.13 Mar, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasIran targets commercial ships; global energy concerns mount, Pg1Iran escalates attacks on commercial ships and Gulf infrastructure amidst rising global energy concerns and heightened regional tensions post US-Israeli airstrikes.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas12 Mar, 2026Iran targets commercial ships; global energy concerns mount, Pg1Iran escalates attacks on commercial ships and Gulf infrastructure amidst rising global energy concerns and heightened regional tensions post US-Israeli airstrikes.12 Mar, 2026
Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasGovt nod still needed for entities registered in China, Hong Kong, Pg17Government eases FDI norms for land-bordering countries, excluding Pakistan, in select sectors to boost investment and technology transfer.Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas12 Mar, 2026Govt nod still needed for entities registered in China, Hong Kong, Pg17Government eases FDI norms for land-bordering countries, excluding Pakistan, in select sectors to boost investment and technology transfer.12 Mar, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasStrait of Hormuz shut, India's Russian oil imports surge by 50%, Pg3India's Russian oil imports surge 50% amidst Strait of Hormuz disruption, reaching 1.5 million bpd in early March.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas12 Mar, 2026Strait of Hormuz shut, India's Russian oil imports surge by 50%, Pg3India's Russian oil imports surge 50% amidst Strait of Hormuz disruption, reaching 1.5 million bpd in early March.12 Mar, 2026
Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasGovt eases curbs to allow limited FDI from China, others sharing land border, Pg3Government eases FDI norms for investments from countries sharing land borders, excluding strategic sectors, aiming to boost manufacturing and economic growth.Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas11 Mar, 2026Govt eases curbs to allow limited FDI from China, others sharing land border, Pg3Government eases FDI norms for investments from countries sharing land borders, excluding strategic sectors, aiming to boost manufacturing and economic growth.11 Mar, 2026
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 AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasThe lesson is national security cannot be outsourced, Pg6US security guarantees questioned as Iran strikes Gulf bases; nations rethink alliances, India's self-reliance in defense gains importance.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 AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas10 Mar, 2026The lesson is national security cannot be outsourced, Pg6US security guarantees questioned as Iran strikes Gulf bases; nations rethink alliances, India's self-reliance in defense gains importance.10 Mar, 2026
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSinking of Dena opens new front in the war, disrupts hard-won regional peace, Pg12Torpedoing of Iranian frigate near Sri Lanka escalates US-Iran conflict, disrupting Indian Ocean peace and spiking war-risk insurance premiums.Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas7 Mar, 2026Sinking of Dena opens new front in the war, disrupts hard-won regional peace, Pg12Torpedoing of Iranian frigate near Sri Lanka escalates US-Iran conflict, disrupting Indian Ocean peace and spiking war-risk insurance premiums.7 Mar, 2026