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India–Bangladesh Relations

India–Bangladesh Relations On 20 January 2026, a report published by BBC Hindi claimed that India was calling back its diplomats from Bangladesh. The report quickly triggered speculation about a sharp deterioration in ties between the two neighbours. In South Asia, where diplomatic signals are closely scrutinised, even a hint of withdrawal is often read as […]

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India Ranks Sixth in Asia Manufacturing Index 2026

India Ranks Sixth in Asia Manufacturing Index 2026 India has ranked sixth among 11 Asian countries in the Asia Manufacturing Index (AMI) 2026. The ranking shows that India is making progress in manufacturing, but stronger efforts are needed to compete with leading Asian economies. The index compares major manufacturing countries in Asia and highlights where

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PhonePe Gets SEBI Approval for IPO

PhonePe Gets SEBI Approval for IPO Walmart-backed digital payments company PhonePe has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to launch its initial public offering (IPO), according to people aware of the matter. This brings the Bengaluru-based fintech a step closer to becoming one of India’s biggest new-age company listings. PhonePe

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Abu Dhabi Tops as World Safest City for 10th Consecutive Year

Abu Dhabi Tops as World Safest City for 10th Consecutive Year General Studies Paper II: Transparency & Accountability, Government Policies and Interventions Why in News?  Abu Dhabi has been named the world’s safest city for the tenth consecutive year in the latest Numbeo Global Safety Index 2026, ranking first among over 400 cities. This decade‑long

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Davos Summit 2026

Davos Summit 2026 General Studies Paper II: Important International Institutions Why in News?  The Davos Summit 2026 (World Economic Forum’s 56th Annual Meeting) in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, is currently underway, uniting leaders from over 130 countries to address global economic and technological challenges. All the global leaders are discussing global cooperation, innovation, and rising geopolitical tensions.

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US Concerned Over UK-Mauritius Chagos Islands Deal

US Concerned Over UK-Mauritius Chagos Islands Deal General Studies Paper II: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests  Why in News?  President Donald Trump condemned the United Kingdom’s agreement to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Islands (including Diego Garcia) to Mauritius, calling it an “act of total weakness”. What is the UK-Mauritius

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India Responsible Nations Index to Promote Ethical Governance

India Responsible Nations Index to Promote Ethical Governance General Studies Paper II: Government Initiatives and Policies, Ethical Governance  Why in News?  Recently, India has introduced a pioneering framework named Responsible Nations Index (RNI) to evaluate global powers on ethical governance and social accountability. This index prioritizes transparency and sustainable leadership, positioning India as a key

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UAE President Diplomatic Visit to India

UAE President Diplomatic Visit to India General Studies Paper II: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements Why in News?  Recently, the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan made an official diplomatic visit to India on 19 January 2026 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Both the countries discussed how to boost

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India Set to Join Upper-Middle-Income Nations by 2030

India Set to Join Upper-Middle-Income Nations by 2030 General Studies Paper II: Development and Growth, Government Policies  Why in News?  India is projected to join the ranks of upper-middle-income nations by 2030, according to a new State Bank of India (SBI) Research report, aligning it with countries like China and Indonesia under the World Bank’s

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DGCA Fines IndiGo ₹22.2 Crore for Safety Violations

DGCA Fines IndiGo ₹22.2 Crore for Safety Violations General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions Why in News?  The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has fined IndiGo ₹22.2 crore for serious safety and operational violations after massive flight disruptions in December 2025 that left over 3 lakh passengers stranded.  Highlights of DGCA’s Record

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