Despite facing 50% US tariffs, India signed landmark FTAs with UK and Oman in 2025, concluding talks with New Zealand and advancing EU negotiations. Explore the strategy behind a defining trade year.
Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma inaugurated the 61st ABVP regional convention in Jaipur, attended by 700+ delegates. He highlighted youth policy, NEP, and urged students to become job creators.
A Gen Z-led movement in Nepal has successfully pushed for a formal policy granting special consideration to students facing crises. Discover how student activism is reshaping education.
A lapsed health insurance policy leaves you financially vulnerable. Learn why timely renewal is non-negotiable for continuous coverage and peace of mind. Act now to secure your health.
As India enters 2026, it faces critical tests in trade talks with the US, volatile neighbours, and balancing great-power ties. This analysis explores Delhi's strategic choices in a fractured world.
After a turbulent 2025 marked by conflict and trade wars, India enters 2026 with crucial choices on Pakistan, US ties under Trump, and key summits. Explore the high-stakes diplomatic roadmap ahead.
India is quietly undergoing three major economic shifts: greater openness, state-level investment convergence, and balanced macro policy. Holding onto these could unlock durable, broad-based growth. Read the analysis.
A look back at India's 2025: navigating US tariffs, sealing key trade pacts, expanding in West Asia, and facing military confrontation with Pakistan. Explore the year's diplomatic highs and lows.
As AI severs the link between jobs and inflation, the US Federal Reserve may need to reset its targets, potentially making its policy framework resemble India's. Explore the implications.
Delhi's new Transit-Oriented Development policy draft removes key planning safeguards, raising concerns over chaotic growth. Experts warn of infrastructure gaps. Read the full analysis.
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' panel on December 23, 2025, tackled crucial topics including the Karnataka government's new policy, the impact of the NEP, and the future of Indian sports. Read the full discussion.
Gujarat's new policy linking grants to student attendance faces fierce opposition from school managements, who warn of potential closures and data manipulation. Read the full story.
India's foreign policy under PM Modi has secured dramatic gains in West Asia, shifting from Pakistan-centric views to strategic partnerships. Explore the economic and diplomatic transformation. Read more.
Former Indian Army Chief General Manoj Naravane emphasizes the inseparable link between India's progress and stability in neighbouring countries like Bangladesh, calling for a collaborative regional approach.
Chandigarh's Empowered Committee approves guidelines for the Chandigarh Startup Policy, clearing a ₹25 crore fund. The move aims to boost local entrepreneurship and create jobs. Learn about the key benefits and application process.
Gujarat's new grant policy for aided schools links funding to attendance but provides special relief for rural single-class institutions. Learn about the revised slabs and criteria.
EAM S. Jaishankar emphasizes the need for clarity, strategic choices, and a definitive game plan in India's foreign policy. Read his key insights on navigating global complexities.
Former US President Donald Trump has initiated a major policy shift to reclassify marijuana, easing federal restrictions and encouraging scientific research. Read the full analysis.
Punjab's upcoming industrial policy, launching in January, offers supercharged incentives for electric vehicle makers, including a 125% boost over other sectors, to attract investments and jobs.
Axis Bank Research forecasts a supportive environment for Indian bonds, citing policy rates at a bottom, attractive yields, and strong capital inflows. Read the full analysis.
US President Donald Trump expands controversial travel restrictions to include Syria, Palestine, and five other nations. Full details on the new policy and its global impact.
Delhi government plans a tech-driven liquor retail overhaul with an app for real-time stock checks and advance bookings. The move aims to boost transparency and curb unfair trade practices. Read more.
Chandigarh has 633 DPIIT-recognised startups, creating 6,260 jobs. MP Tewari questions delay in local startup policy. Read the full analysis of the city's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Chandigarh's Excise Commissioner warns of strict action against illegal liquor promotion on social media. Stakeholders propose beer-focused reforms for 2026-27 policy. Read more.
Supreme Court asks Centre & Tamil Nadu to cooperate on establishing Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, stressing education for rural students over language policy disputes. Read the full story.
Donald Trump, at the Kennedy Center Honors, asserted his trade policies prevented conflicts. He also hinted at a 2024 run and criticized Biden's foreign policy. Read the full story.
Vladimir Putin's visit to India underscores the nation's pivotal role in a shifting global order. Discover how this strategic partnership shapes a new multipolar world. Read more.
New York City halts its controversial homeless encampment sweeps, a major policy reversal announced by Zohran Mamdani. This signals a significant break from Mayor Eric Adams's previous approach.
The Trump administration unveils a dramatic foreign policy reset, prioritizing peace with Russia and halting NATO expansion. Critics call it a win for Putin. Read the full analysis.
India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri states stable energy prices for 1.4 billion citizens is the government's priority. Read how this shapes India's oil imports and stance on US sanctions.