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India, China open door to clarifying LAC perceptions
During the 25th round of Special Representatives (SR) talks in Beijing, India and China agreed to improve their understanding of each other's perception of the Line of Actual Control (LAC). This consensus, achieved between National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, aims to address the root cause of frequent border tensions by initiating a process for better LAC understanding, though stopping short of formal "clarification.".
India needs Rs 30 lakh crore to hit 500 GW clean-energy target: Pralhad Joshi
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced that India requires an investment of ₹30 lakh crore to achieve its target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. Speaking ahead of the [Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo (BRESE) 2026], he highlighted India's progress, noting the country has crossed 300 GW of installed non-fossil capacity.
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Must ReadIndia, U.S. sign agreement for procurement of Javelin anti-tank missile system
India and the United States have signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) for India to procure the Javelin anti-tank guided missile system. This procurement will be executed through the U.S.
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Must ReadPM Modi to undertake four-day visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a four-day visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and attend the annual [Shanghai Cooperation Organisation] (SCO) summit. The visit highlights India's focus on regional security, connectivity, and fostering strategic partnerships in Central Asia.
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Must ReadIndia sends its Fab 4 across the world to woo trade, tech, energy and capital
Recent diplomatic visits by key Indian officials to China, Russia, Japan, and Canada highlight India's multi-aligned approach to foreign policy, focusing on border management, trade imbalances, energy security, and foreign direct investment. This concerted outreach precedes the upcoming [BRICS] summit in New Delhi, signaling an effort to consolidate economic and strategic partnerships across varying geopolitical divides.
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Must ReadIndia, Canada reiterate commitment to complete trade deal by end of 2026
India and Canada have reiterated their commitment to concluding the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) by the end of 2026. This announcement followed the inaugural India-Canada Finance Ministers’ Economic and Financial Dialogue in Toronto, where both nations also expressed readiness to initiate negotiations on a Bilateral Investment Treaty and discussed enhancing collaboration across various financial sectors.
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Must ReadWhy 543 should remain 543
The recent delay in formally proroguing the monsoon session of Parliament has sparked speculation about a potential reconvening to address constitutional amendments related to **delimitation** and **women's reservation**. This editorial piece questions the prevailing assumption that delimitation—the readjustment of territorial constituencies—must inevitably lead to an increase in the total number of seats in the [Lok Sabha], currently frozen at 543.
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Must ReadIndia’s return to its Central Asian neighbourhood
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled for a bilateral state visit to Uzbekistan and to attend the [Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)] summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. This marks a renewed focus on India’s 'Extended Neighbourhood' policy, highlighting the strategic, economic, and security significance of the Central Asian republics, a region historically dominated by Russia and increasingly influenced by China.
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Must ReadDanger from above: On the Nepal flood
A devastating flash flood struck Nepal, resulting in hundreds of casualties and significant infrastructure damage. Satellite imagery suggests the disaster was triggered by a glacier collapse or ice-rock avalanche in Tibet, leading to a temporary river blockage and subsequent failure, rather than extratropical storms.
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Must ReadCan India build a strategic fuel system? | Explained
West Asia-related disruptions have exposed a vulnerability in India's energy security, prompting the government to consider a decade-long strategic-fuel programme. The proposed plan aims to add about 28 MT of crude-oil storage, 9 MT of LNG storage, and 4 MT of LPG storage to buffer against prolonged supply shocks.
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