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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has renewed his call for Indians to support domestic goods and services, urging citizens to reduce unnecessary spending on imported products and avoid certain forms of overseas expenditure. His latest message has brought the idea of Swadeshi back into the centre of India’s economic and political conversation at a time when…
The 26th Summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) concluded in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, at a time of major geopolitical uncertainty and rising regional tensions. Held from August 31 to September 1, 2026, the summit brought together leaders from some of Eurasia’s most influential countries, including India, China, Russia, Pakistan, Iran, Belarus and the Central…
The price of smartphones in India could be set for an important change. The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council may consider reducing the current 18% GST rate on mobile phones, potentially making smartphones more affordable for Indian consumers. Reports indicate that the proposal could be discussed at the upcoming GST Council meeting scheduled for…
New Delhi, August 24, 2026: India’s political landscape is witnessing a fresh confrontation between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Opposition, with women’s political representation and electoral reforms emerging as two major flashpoints. Over the past few days, senior leaders from both sides have intensified their attacks, turning issues that were once largely…
India’s reservation system has once again become the centre of a major public debate. Large numbers of protesters gathered in Delhi’s Jantar Mantar in August 2026 as part of the “Reservation Hatao Andolan”, demanding major changes to the country’s reservation policy. The movement has attracted attention because its supporters argue that government benefits and reservation…
Maharashtra has taken a major step toward strengthening food safety by banning the sale of loose or unpackaged edible oil across the state. The decision, announced by the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) under Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe, is aimed at addressing concerns such as adulteration, unsafe packaging, improper storage, lack of traceability and repeated…
India has reiterated that peace and stability along its disputed border with China remain essential to the broader relationship between the two countries, as fresh reports of tensions in the Himalayas emerge ahead of a major diplomatic meeting in New Delhi. The development comes as India prepares to host the 2026 BRICS summit, which is…
Tensions on the Korean Peninsula have risen again after North Korea launched another ballistic missile toward the sea on Wednesday, just days before the United States and South Korea are scheduled to begin their major annual joint military exercises. The launch marks North Korea’s second ballistic-missile test in less than a week, adding another layer…
India’s Parliament is witnessing an increasingly intense political debate over a proposed Delimitation Bill, with the issue bringing questions of representation, federal balance and the future distribution of Lok Sabha seats to the centre of national politics. Opposition parties, particularly the Congress and several southern parties, have expressed serious reservations about the proposed exercise, while…
FCRA Amendment Bill Sparks Nationwide Debate in Parliament The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 (FCRA Amendment Bill) has emerged as one of the most debated pieces of legislation during the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament. The proposed amendments seek to strengthen the government’s oversight of foreign-funded organisations, particularly non-governmental organisations (NGOs), charities, trusts, educational…
