India’s foreign exchange reserves jumped $9.905 billion to $716.90 billion in the wee ended August 14, RBI data showed. Reserves had risen $14.1 billion to $707 billion a week earlier, marking the highest level in the current fiscal year. The latest increase came as FCNR(B) scheme inflows started reflecting. Source: THE ECONOMIC TIMES Read More…
China’s top diplomat Wang Yi wrapped up his South Korea trip without giving Seoul what it really wanted: backing for peace talks with the North. Both sides insisted relations were “fully recovered,” but Wang’s real message was blunt—stop leaning on the US, and start acting with genuine strategic autonomy instead. Source: South China Morning Post…
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh and Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi held a bilateral meeting in New Delhi on 20 August 2026. The two sides discussed strengthening defence cooperation, enhancing strategic partnerships, and advancing collaboration in areas of mutual interest, reaffirming India and Japan’s commitment to regional peace, stability, and security. Source: PIB Press Release…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged faster reforms and greater ease of living. He expressed confidence that a stable India will contribute to world stability. India has been an oasis of political stability amidst global fluctuations. The government is committed to uplifting the youth, farmers, and the poor. Reforms are shifting from ‘prohibited unless permitted’ to…
India and Japan plan to expand maritime cooperation significantly. Key areas include warship building and mine countermeasures development. A new memorandum will strengthen maritime security cooperation between the navies. Both nations will leverage strengths for joint naval shipbuilding and design projects. This collaboration aims to enhance regional maritime domain awareness and safety. Source: THE ECONOMIC…
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh flagged off NCC’s All India Girls High Altitude Long Trek, ‘Aparajita – Parang La 2026’. The expedition will challenge young women cadets in high-altitude terrain, promoting courage, resilience, leadership and adventure. The initiative reflects NCC’s commitment to empowering youth and strengthening their spirit of service. Source: PIB PRESS RELEASE Read…
Sri Aurobindo’s ‘Five Dreams’ and the Metaphysics of Independence in a Global Age Anushka Verma Abstract: The speech by Sri Aurobindo on the first Independence day in 1947 was not only a political speech, but a metaphysical re‑conception of independence, what independence should actually mean. He made five key aspects of freedom in his…
China quietly pulled back from US Treasuries in June, dropping holdings to $633.4 billion, the lowest since 2008. The move comes as Beijing diversifies reserves amid Iran-related tensions and murky signals from new Fed chair Kevin Warsh, while rising yields stir fresh worries about America’s fiscal health. Source: SOUTH CHINA MORNING POST Read More…
The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. to lease two MQ-9B SeaGuardian High-Altitude Long-Endurance remotely piloted aircraft systems for the Indian Navy. The lease will enhance maritime surveillance, intelligence, reconnaissance and security capabilities, strengthening India’s ability to monitor and respond to evolving maritime challenges. Source: PIB Press Release…
India has sought consultations with the US at the World Trade Organization over Washington’s tariff-rate quota on quartz surface products, effective August 15 for four years. India, which exported about $380 million of these products to the US in FY26, said it has a “substantial interest” in the matter. Source: THE ECONOMIC TIMES Read More…