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As U.S. sanctions deadlines expire this month, exporters urge government to revive oil-rice barter trade mechanism with Iran
With multiple US sanctions waivers concerning trade with Iran and Russia set to expire in April 2026, Indian exporters are urging the government to revive a barter trade mechanism. This push comes as the Indian government has acknowledged procuring oil from Iran after a seven-year hiatus.
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Must ReadDownward revision of global GDP imminent amid West Asia crisis; inflation is likely to go up
A recent SBI Research report highlights escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia are likely to cause a downward revision of global GDP forecasts and intensify inflationary pressures. The report warns of a potential stagflationary scenario, driven by severe disruptions in energy markets, particularly through the [Strait of Hormuz].
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Must ReadISRO launches mission in Ladakh to test mental, physical strength of astronauts
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has launched Mission MITRA (Mapping of Interoperable Traits and Response Assessment) in Ladakh. This mission is a high-altitude study to assess the physiological and psychological resilience of astronauts and ground crews in an environment that simulates the harsh conditions of space.
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Must ReadRail Neer scam: CIC pulls up IRCTC for denying RTI data on disclosure of CBI, ED cases in tenders
The Central Information Commission (CIC), India's top body for the Right to Information Act, has directed the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) to re-evaluate an RTI request it had previously denied. The request sought information on whether bidders for railway tenders had disclosed their involvement in the 2015 'Rail Neer scam'.
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ImportantU.S. revokes green cards and visas of several Iranian nationals connected to Tehran government
The U.S. government, under the Trump administration, has revoked the green cards (lawful permanent resident status) and visas of several Iranian nationals connected to the Tehran government.
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Important‘In talks with urban development dept to mandate green construction’: Maharashtra Climate Action Cell head details cooling action plan
In response to a doubling of extreme heat days over 50 years, Maharashtra's Climate Action Cell is developing a comprehensive state cooling action plan. This initiative aims to provide thermal comfort in urban areas, especially in affordable housing sectors.
ImportantEverything today being leveraged, if not actually weaponised: EAM
In a speech at IIM Raipur, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated that in the current global environment, "everything today is being leveraged, if not actually weaponized." He identified three major challenges of this decade: the COVID-19 pandemic, ongoing global conflicts, and climate change.
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Must ReadWhy does Trump want to pull out of NATO?
An article, set in a hypothetical near-future, analyzes the statement by former U.S. President Donald Trump indicating a desire to withdraw the United States from the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO).
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Must ReadExpert Explains | What the China-Pakistan peace plan for West Asia says about China’s stakes and global trade
Amidst ongoing conflict in West Asia disrupting maritime trade, China and Pakistan have jointly proposed a peace initiative. The plan calls for a ceasefire and the protection of commercial shipping, signaling Beijing's shift towards a more active diplomatic role in regional crisis management.
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Must ReadFresh census a must for women’s quota, says Akhilesh
Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav has demanded that a fresh census be conducted before the implementation of the women's reservation policy. He argued that using the outdated 2011 Census data would create a flawed basis for reserving one-third of seats in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies.
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Must ReadExperts slam India’s colonial mindset in tiger protection policy
An incident in Madhya Pradesh's [Satpura Tiger Reserve], where tribal men were arrested for allegedly poaching a tigress, has highlighted a deep-rooted conflict in India's conservation policy. This event, coupled with the state recording 55 tiger deaths in 2025, has spurred a debate among conservationists and activists.
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