Category: Current Affairs

India renews its contract with a Washington-based lobbying firm to strengthen strategic engagement with the US, showcasing modern diplomacy tools in its foreign policy.

The Wayanad Tunnel Landslide incident has reignited debates on disaster preparedness, slope stability, and the balance between infrastructure development and environmental governance in the Western Ghats.

Four states sign the Narmada Dues Settlement to resolve outstanding liabilities under the NWDT Award, showcasing a milestone in cooperative federalism.

India and Indonesia have elevated bilateral cooperation through major defence, maritime security and critical minerals agreements. The partnership strengthens India’s Act East Policy, Indo-Pacific strategy and defence exports while enhancing regional strategic stability.

The Union Government has proposed protecting and strengthening the historic Indira Point lighthouse while developing tourism infrastructure. The proposal raises important questions about coastal conservation, disaster resilience and sustainable development.

The IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook lowers global growth forecast to 3.0% for 2026, while India remains the fastest-growing major economy with a 6.4% projection for FY2027.

US President Donald Trump announced that the interim understanding aimed at ending the conflict with Iran had effectively collapsed after renewed Iranian attacks on US military facilities. The development marks another phase of escalation in West Asia with implications for global oil markets, maritime security and India’s strategic interests.

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