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18 July
2026

Promise of chips

The Union Cabinet approved the second phase of the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) with a ₹1.27 lakh croreoutlay to strengthen semiconductor manufacturing, boost self-reliance, and enhance India's strategic position in global electronics supply chains.

18 July
2026

Battling drug abuse

Kerala has intensified its anti-narcotics campaign through Operation Toofan to combat the rapid rise of synthetic drug abuse, strengthen inter-State coordination, improve enforcement, and protect youth from organized drug networks.

17 July
2026

Ahead of the India-US deal, strike a careful balance

India is responding to evolving U.S. tariff measures, energy-related trade pressures, and forced labour investigations while negotiating a bilateral trade agreement amid increasing uncertainty in U.S. trade policy.

17 July
2026

Wealth of lacunae

A ransomware attack targeting a contractor associated with the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project exposed sensitive infrastructure-related data, raising concerns over cybersecurity, breach disclosure practices and protection of critical infrastructure.

17 July
2026

Breaching the target

India's retail inflation rose above the RBI's 4% target in June due to rising fuel, transport and food costs, increasing concerns over imported inflation, monetary policy and economic stability.

16 July
2026

The sea has a seat at the table

The Scottish Association of Marine Scientists (SAMS) appointed the Atlantic Ocean as a symbolic trustee, highlighting the global movement to recognise nature's rights and incorporate ecosystem interests into institutional governance.

16 July
2026

Fulfil the promise

The restoration of Statehood to Jammu & Kashmir is back in focus as the elected government intensified protests, alleging continued delay despite repeated assurances by the Centre and the Supreme Court.

16 July
2026

Export gains

India's June 2026 trade data attracted attention as the trade deficit surged 430%, while strong merchandise exports highlighted the economy's resilience despite the West Asia crisis and global uncertainties.

15 July
2026

Rising inflation complicates RBI’s choice

India's retail inflation rose to 4.38% in June, driven by higher food, transport, and restaurant prices, ahead of the RBI Monetary Policy Committee's August meeting, making the interest rate decision crucial.

15 July
2026

Telangana’s political lingo needs a reset

Political discourse in Telangana is witnessing increasing personal attacks, abusive rhetoric, and social media-driven polarization, raising concerns over democratic debate, governance, and responsible exercise of free speech.

15 July
2026

Steady in turbulence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visits to Australia and New Zealand strengthened India's strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific, focusing on defence, maritime security, trade, critical minerals, and resilient supply chains.

14 July
2026

On SIR, listen to digital governance and Aadhaar pioneer

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls by the Election Commission of India (ECI) is under scrutiny after former UIDAI chief Ram Sewak Sharma questioned its document-heavy approach and warned against potential voter disenfranchisement.

14 July
2026

Unsafe practices

The Vietnam speedboat tragedy involving Indian tourists highlighted serious lapses in marine safety practices, renewing focus on mandatory life jackets, passenger management, and stronger tourist safety regulations.

14 July
2026

The right path for India’s nuclear power development

India is expanding nuclear power to achieve 100 GW by 2047, while debates continue over self-reliance versus imported reactors, indigenous technology, safety standards, and private sector participation.

13 July
2026

GCC is office success story. Now, focus on factory

India’s rising services exports and rapid expansion of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) have highlighted its emergence as the world’s office, contrasting with China’s manufacturing-led FDI growth model.

13 July
2026

The making of Israel’s retreat into isolation

Israel’s expanding military operations in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and Iran, along with rising tensions with the U.S. and Arab states, have intensified concerns over its growing diplomatic isolation.

13 July
2026

Insular incentive

The government’s decision to continue higher-priced E20 petrol despite falling crude oil prices has reignited debate over balancing farmer welfare, consumer interests, resource efficiency, and sustainable biofuel policy.

11 July
2026

India’s easing up on China is the right move at the right time

India has approved the Dixon Technologies–Vivo Mobile joint venture and eased restrictions on selected Chinese investments, signalling a calibrated shift to strengthen manufacturing, attract FDI, and boost supply chain integration.

11 July
2026

Fix the house

Prime Minister Narendra Modi endorsed Australia’s social media ban for children below 16, reviving debate in India over balancing adolescent mental health, online safety and evidence-based digital regulation.

11 July
2026

Over and above

The AISHE 2023-24 report highlights record female enrolment in higher education and improved gender parity, while exposing persistent gaps in STEM participation, academic leadership and women's transition into quality employment.

10 July
2026

A global crackdown and a chance for India

Operation Hard Ball, a multinational crackdown on organised crime, exposed the crime-terror nexus targeting the Indian diaspora, strengthened India's position in the Nijjar controversy, and opened avenues for improved India–Canada relations.

10 July
2026

A perfect storm

A debris slide triggered by heavy rainfall at the under-construction Kalladi twin tunnel in Wayanad killed six workers, reviving concerns over infrastructure development in ecologically fragile and landslide-prone regions.

10 July
2026

Building a durable India-Australia partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Australia visit strengthened the India–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership through new agreements on defence, maritime security, critical technologies, energy cooperation, and resilient supply chains.

09 July
2026

Delhi, Jakarta and the rediscovery of a partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto revitalised India–Indonesia strategic ties, focusing on defence exports, critical minerals, Sabang Port, and Indo-Pacific maritime security.

09 July
2026

Checkbox caste

The Census 2027 pre-test has begun in 16 States and Union Territories, testing caste enumeration methodology. Its findings will determine how India collects accurate, reliable, and legally backed caste data.

09 July
2026

Prisoners of violence

A deadly prison riot near Colombo, Sri Lanka, killed 28 people and injured over 100, exposing severe prison overcrowding, drug networks, and prompting the government to order a high-level investigation.

08 July
2026

On ethanol fuel, move slower — with a plan

The Centre has paused plans for ethanol blending beyond 20% (E20) to address vehicle compatibility, mileage, consumer concerns, and sustainable feedstock issues before expanding to E25 and E30.

08 July
2026

Deceptive dispute

The Allahabad High Court sought responses from the Centre and the ASI on a plea seeking a survey of the Taj Mahalto determine whether it was originally a Hindu temple.

08 July
2026

Grand ambitions

The Ministry of Cooperation completed five years on July 6, highlighting reforms to modernise cooperatives, strengthen PACS, expand into new sectors, and promote inclusive, sustainable economic development.

07 July
2026

How to absorb rainwater – what Indian cities need to learn

Mumbai is witnessing severe monsoon flooding due to intense rainfall, high tides, and inadequate urban drainage, highlighting the urgent need for climate-resilient infrastructure and nature-based urban planning.

07 July
2026

Falling behind

Heavy monsoon rains triggered severe flooding across Mumbai and Maharashtra, disrupting transport, causing landslides, infrastructure failures, and fatalities, highlighting rising climate risks and urban governance challenges.

07 July
2026

Bad for both

The conflict demonstrates the limits of military power, the rise of drone warfare, the importance of energy security, NATO–Russia tensions, and the urgent need for a negotiated settlement.

06 July
2026

El Niño and Iran sharpen India’s food prices challenge

India faces a weak monsoon and a strengthening El Niño, threatening kharif and rabi production, increasing food inflation risks, and requiring proactive supply management, farmer support, and climate-resilient agriculture.

06 July
2026

Hormuz to home, India’s resilience in uncertain times

The recent tensions around the Strait of Hormuz highlighted India's ability to safeguard energy security, shipping, and macroeconomic stability through coordinated diplomacy, diversified energy sourcing, and resilient economic management.

06 July
2026

Old wine, new bottle

The Union government notified revised EPF, EPS and EDLI rules under the Code on Social Security, 2020, but retained the ₹1,000 minimum pension and ₹15,000 wage ceiling, triggering concerns among pensioners and labour organisations.

04 July
2026

Thank you, Justice Jamdar

The Bombay High Court reaffirmed that peaceful protest is a fundamental democratic right, cautioning against excessive police action and stressing that constitutional freedoms cannot be curtailed without compelling legal justification.

04 July
2026

Counting cancer

Telangana declared cancer a notifiable disease, becoming the 17th State to do so, renewing the debate on making cancer nationally notifiable for better surveillance and evidence-based cancer control.

04 July
2026

Manufacturing justice

The Supreme Court warned against AI-generated fake legal citations after finding that the NCLT relied on hallucinated judgments in an insolvency case, prompting stricter safeguards for AI use in courts.

03 July
2026

On winter air, Delhi does the right thing

The Delhi government has unveiled a proactive winter pollution control strategy months before peak smog, introducing early restrictions, remote working measures, and cleaner transport initiatives to improve air quality.

03 July
2026

Unwelcome surge

India's June 2026 GST collections rose 13.9% to ₹1.95 lakh crore, but the increase was largely driven by import-related taxes, raising concerns over weak domestic demand and imported inflation.

03 July
2026

A hold on AI

The UN Independent International Scientific Panel on AI released its Preliminary Report, highlighting widening global AI inequalities, governance gaps, corporate accountability, and the urgent need for inclusive international AI regulation.

02 July
2026

Signs of economic resilience, but internal and external risks need monitoring

India's latest economic indicators and the RBI's Financial Stability Report show resilient growth despite the West Asia conflict, while highlighting emerging risks from slowing industrial output, rising household debt, and monsoon uncertainty.

02 July
2026

Yes and no

A Rural Development Ministry survey has highlighted declining participation in Gram Sabhas, raising concerns over weakening grassroots democracy, limited local autonomy, poor citizen engagement, and ineffective implementation of decentralised governance.

02 July
2026

Fixing the rot

Recurring paper leak scandals, including the Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) postponement, have reignited concerns over corruption in public examinations, threatening merit-based recruitment, education quality, and governance.

01 July
2026

Democracy needs civic action. New FCRA rules shrink it

The Foreign Contribution Regulation (Amendment) Rules, 2026 have been notified, introducing stricter disclosure, classification, and compliance requirements for NGOs, sparking concerns over increased executive control and shrinking civil society space.

01 July
2026

Data doubts

India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP) grew by 5.1% in May 2026, reaching a five-month high, indicating industrial resilience despite global uncertainties, while raising questions over demand patterns and data methodology.

01 July
2026

Indian and foreign

The CBSE's implementation of the three-language policy under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, requiring two Bharatiya languages from Class 6, has sparked nationwide debate over language choice, English, and educational flexibility.

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