Russian President Vladimir Putin visited India on December 4–5 for the 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit, marking his first visit since the outbreak of the Russia–Ukraine war. The visit carries major strategic significance for India’s foreign…

The Union government is examining whether to introduce data exclusivity in the pharmaceutical sector, amid ongoing trade negotiations and efforts to attract foreign investment. This policy debate has significant implications for public health, drug affordability,…

Seven elephants were recently killed after being hit by the Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express in Assam’s Hojai district, highlighting the urgent need for stronger mitigation measures against elephant–train accidents.Such environment and biodiversity-related issues are regularly analysed…

The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) recently organised an academic programme titled “Natyashastra – Synthesis of Theory and Praxis” during the 20th session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible…