The latest data showed India’s forex reserves were at Rs 65.20 lakh crore approximately $688 billion providing a strong external buffer.
Year: 2026
Quad Critical Minerals Initiative Aims to Reduce China’s Dominance in Supply Chains
India along with the US Japan and Australia launched a coordinated strategy to diversify rare earth and battery mineral sourcing.
India Increases Oil Imports From Venezuela Brazil Angola and Nigeria to Offset Shortfalls
Indian refiners diversified crude sources in April and May to compensate for supply disruptions linked to the Iran war.
India Imported More Steel Than It Exported in April as Domestic Consumption Surged
Steel import volumes rose sharply in April as domestic demand outpaced export activity for the first time in recent months.
Supreme Court Directs Aravalli Panel to Engage Experts in Hill Boundary Determination
The apex court said a proposed committee to define the Aravalli hill boundaries should include subject matter experts and relevant stakeholders.
Petrol Price Raised Rs 2.61 Per Litre Across Major Cities as Oil Firms Face Mounting Losses
Fuel retailers continued a series of price hikes with petrol and diesel rates rising as global crude remained elevated.
Operation Safed Sagar Coverage Highlights IAF’s Use of Litening Targeting Pods at Tiger Hill
National media extensively covered the historical lessons from the 1999 Kargil conflict emphasizing the Indian Air Force’s precision strike capabilities.
India Raises NEET Reform Concerns With Supreme Court After 2024 Paper Leak
The Supreme Court took up systemic issues with India’s medical entrance exam process and sought details of steps to prevent future irregularities.
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari Expands Annapurna Food Scheme and Announces Fish-Rice Canteens
The West Bengal government announced new subsidized food infrastructure including low-cost canteens as part of the expanded welfare programme.
Supreme Court Collegium Recommends Four High Court Chief Justices for Apex Court Elevation
The collegium headed by CJI Surya Kant recommended four names for Supreme Court appointment following meetings held on May 22 and 27.