India and China  recorded a historic milestone in 2025, with bilateral trade reaching a record $155.6 billion, reflecting a year-on-year growth of over 12 percent. The achievement was confirmed by Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, and marks a significant rebound in economic engagement between the two Asian giants after years of strained relations following the 2020 military standoff along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). The surge in trade underscores the resilience o

India and the United States  have finalised a significant trade agreement that signals a major reset in bilateral economic relations. Following direct engagement between Prime Minister Narendra Modi  and US President Donald Trump, Washington announced a steep reduction in tariffs on Indian exports, cutting duties from levels as high as 50 per cent to a uniform 18 per cent. The move ends a period of escalating trade tensions and is being seen as a breakthrough that could reinv

India and Kyrgyzstan have launched the 13th edition of their annual joint military exercise, KHANJAR-XIII, at Misamari in Assam’s  Sonitpur district. The exercise, scheduled to run from February 4 to February 17, marks a continued effort by both nations to deepen defence ties and enhance military cooperation in response to evolving regional and global security challenges. The joint drill reflects the growing strategic partnership between India and Kyrgyzstan and highlights th

India has achieved a significant milestone in advanced missile propulsion with the Defence Research and Development Organisation  (DRDO) successfully demonstrating Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology. The test, conducted at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha , represents a critical step forward in India’s efforts to develop next-generation, long-range air-to-air missile systems. This successful demonstration places India among a select group of nations that

Prime Minister Narendra Modi  has described the newly announced India–United States trade agreement as the outcome of sustained patience and long-term diplomatic effort, while addressing leaders of the National Democratic Alliance in Parliament. According to senior government sources, the Prime Minister told NDA MPs that earlier phases of negotiation had drawn criticism and skepticism, particularly when India resisted pressure on tariffs and market access. However, the govern

India and the United States  have reached a major trade agreement that significantly reduces US tariffs on Indian goods to 18%, marking a decisive reset in bilateral economic relations. The agreement follows a direct engagement between Prime Minister Narendra Modi  and US President Donald Trump , signalling a political and strategic commitment to stabilising trade ties after a period of heightened tensions. Over the past year, Indian exports had faced sharply elevated tariffs

The Union Budget 2026-27  marks a significant evolution in India’s infrastructure and logistics strategy, with inland waterways and coastal shipping emerging as central pillars of the government’s long-term growth vision. By tapping into India’s extensive river systems and vast coastline, the government aims to fundamentally restructure freight movement, reduce transportation costs, and promote more environmentally sustainable modes of transport. This water-led approach is po

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar  has begun a significant visit to the United States at a time when India-US relations are navigating both growing strategic alignment and rising trade-related tensions. The three-day visit is centred on high-level discussions around critical minerals, trade negotiations, and broader economic and technology cooperation, reflecting how supply chain security and industrial policy have become central to modern diplomacy. The visit comes aga

The Union Budget 2026  has marked a significant shift in how India plans to preserve, present, and promote its vast archaeological and civilisational legacy. By announcing the redevelopment of 15 major archaeological and heritage sites, the government has positioned heritage tourism as both a cultural priority and a strategic economic growth engine. The initiative reflects a broader vision of integrating conservation with technology, tourism, education, and regional developme

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s  visit to Dera Sachkhand Ballan in Jalandhar has emerged as a major political and social event in Punjab, widely seen as part of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s intensified efforts to connect with the state’s large Dalit population. The visit, which took place on the occasion of Guru Ravidas Jayanti and shortly after the presentation of the Union Budget, blended religious observance with strong political messaging. The Prime Minister paid homage at

The Union Budget 2026-27 has placed intelligence and internal security at the heart of India’s national security strategy, with the Intelligence Bureau (IB) receiving one of the largest funding increases in its history. The domestic intelligence agency has been allocated ₹6,782.43 crore, marking a sharp rise of around 74 percent over the previous year’s budget estimate. The increase reflects the government’s heightened focus on intelligence-led security operations amid rising

Prime Minister Narendra Modi  has praised Union Budget 2026, describing it as a visionary and reform-oriented roadmap that strengthens India’s economic foundations while accelerating the country’s journey toward becoming a developed nation. Congratulating Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman , the Prime Minister said the budget reflects the aspirations of 140 crore Indians and demonstrates the government’s commitment to long-term growth, stability, and national transformation.

India has strongly dismissed Pakistan’s claims linking New Delhi to the recent wave of militant attacks in Balochistan, calling the accusations frivolous and aimed at diverting attention from Pakistan’s worsening internal security situation. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the allegations reflect a recurring pattern in which Islamabad shifts blame externally instead of addressing the political and governance failures that have fuelled long-standing unrest in the p

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman  has anchored Union Budget 2026 around three core “kartavya” or duties, presenting them as the philosophical and policy foundation for India’s next phase of economic transformation. In her ninth consecutive Budget, Sitharaman  emphasised that governance and fiscal decision-making must be guided by a responsibility toward the poor, vulnerable and underprivileged, while strengthening India’s long-term economic resilience. Prepared for t

The Union Budget 2026  has marked a significant shift in India’s development priorities by placing the Orange Economy at the heart of its growth and employment strategy. The Orange Economy encompasses industries driven by creativity, culture, and intellectual property, including animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, design, digital content creation, media services, and live entertainment. By formally elevating these sectors, the government has signaled that India’s next

The Union Budget 2026 marks one of the most significant expansions of India’s internal security spending in recent years, with the government allocating a record ₹1.74 lakh crore for police, intelligence, and border security. This unprecedented allocation reflects a strategic shift toward strengthening the country’s internal security architecture at a time of rising geopolitical uncertainty, cross-border threats, and evolving domestic security challenges. The Ministry of Home

The Union Budget 2026, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman , marks a decisive shift in India’s education policy by placing human capital development at the centre of the country’s long-term growth strategy. The government has clearly linked education with employment, innovation, and productivity, signalling that future economic competitiveness will be driven as much by skills and talent as by infrastructure and capital investment. With over 350 structural reforms

The Union Budget 2026–27 has allocated over ₹11,180 crore for financial assistance to foreign governments and contributions to international organisations, marking a recalibration of India’s external development strategy. The allocations reflect New Delhi’s evolving diplomatic priorities as it balances regional responsibilities, geopolitical pressures, and its growing role in multilateral institutions. The Ministry of External Affairs remains a key conduit for India’s oversea

India is intensifying its efforts to emerge as a global leader in ethical and indigenous artificial intelligence, following a high-level interaction between Prime Minister Narendra Modi  and senior technology leaders ahead of the IndiaAI Impact Summit scheduled for February. The meeting reflects the government’s broader ambition to combine technological self-reliance with responsible governance, positioning India as a trusted hub for human-centric and secure AI development. T

India and Saudi Arabia  conducted a high-level security and counter-terrorism dialogue in Riyadh on January 28, 2026, signaling a renewed commitment to address evolving threats in the Gulf and South Asia regions. The meeting came just days after India signed a Letter of Intent for a Strategic Defence Partnership with the United Arab Emirates , highlighting New Delhi’s growing strategic footprint in the Gulf. This timing underscores India’s careful balancing of partnerships am