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India Presents Budget 2026–27 with Major Push for Infrastructure, Reform and Fiscal Stability
Union Budget 2026–27 focuses on infrastructure-led growth, fiscal discipline, manufacturing reforms, defence modernisation and long-term economic stability.
Supreme Court Declares Menstrual Health a Fundamental Right Under Article 21
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court links menstrual health to the right to life, mandating free sanitary pads and proper school sanitation nationwide.
Supreme Court Halts New UGC Equity Rules, Citing Ambiguity and Social Risk
Supreme Court pauses UGC’s 2026 equity regulations over vague definitions, misuse concerns, and potential social impact on higher education governance.
Nationwide Bank Strike Halts Services as Unions Push for Five-Day Work Week Reform
Public sector banks across India shut operations as unions intensify demands for a five-day work week, causing widespread service disruptions.
India and EU Seal Historic Free Trade Deal After Nearly Two Decades
India and the EU conclude a landmark free trade agreement after 18 years, reshaping global trade ties, investment flows and strategic cooperation.
Indian Bank Expands Overseas to UAE & Southeast Asia
Indian Bank plans strategic overseas expansion into UAE and Southeast Asia, targeting trade corridors, diaspora services, and digital banking growth.
India on Track to Lead the Global Economy, Says Carlyle’s David Rubenstein at Davos
At Davos, Carlyle co-founder David Rubenstein outlines how demographics, reforms, and investment momentum could propel India to global economic leadership.
India Ranked 16th on Responsible Nations Index, Ahead of US and China
India ranks 16th on the Responsible Nations Index 2026, highlighting ethical governance, sustainability and global responsibility ahead of major world powers.
India, UAE Deepen Ties with Mega Defence Plan, $3 Billion LNG Deal
India and the UAE elevate relations through a strategic defence partnership, a $3 billion LNG deal, and expanded cooperation across energy, technology and trade.
Trump Invites India to Join Gaza ‘Board of Peace’, Signalling a New Diplomatic Experiment
India is invited to join a proposed US-led “Board of Peace” for Gaza, signalling a shift toward compact coalitions in post-conflict governance.
India and Japan Cooperatively Launch AI Dialogue and Critical Minerals Pact
India and Japan deepen strategic ties by launching an AI dialogue and strengthening cooperation on critical minerals to secure future technologies and supply chains.
India Close to Sealing Major Trade Deal with European Union, Trade Secretary Confirms
India moves closer to finalising its biggest-ever free trade agreement with the European Union as talks intensify ahead of the January 27 India–EU Summit.