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BRICS 2026: The Philosophy of “Sovereign Multilateralism”0
- Top Headlines, World Affairs
- January 1, 2026
Key Highlights: As India assumes the BRICS Presidency in January 2026, the guiding philosophy is “Sovereign Multilateralism.”Unlike traditional alliances, this wave emphasizes that nations can cooperate on economic and security issues while maintaining absolute domestic sovereignty. The Ministry of External Affairs has noted that the 2026 agenda is about “Democratizing Global Governance.” This means reforming the UN Security Council and
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Launch of the IIT Madras Global Research Foundation 0
- Education
- January 1, 2026
Key Highlights: On January 2, 2026, the Ministry of External Affairs, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, will launch the IIT Madras Global Research Foundation. This initiative represents a “Knowledge Diplomacy” pivot for India. The foundation acts as a central hub for international technology transfer. By establishing physical outposts in strategic global markets, India is positioning its
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India Assumes the BRICS Presidency 2026: A New Chapter for the Global South 0
- WORLD
- January 1, 2026
Key Highlights: On January 1, 2026, India formally assumes the Presidency of the BRICS group. Following the 17th Summit in Brazil,the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has outlined a roadmap that mirrors India’s successful G20 “Jan Bhagidari” model. The 2026 Chairship is significant as it marks the first time India will lead the expanded bloc, focusing on the “Integrated BRICS” framework.
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Gaganyaan G2 in 2026: What It Is, Why It Matters, and What’s Official So Far 0
- Explainers & Reports, India
- January 1, 2026
(Key Highlights) Let’s get the verification right first. A Government of India update published by PIB (a written reply in Rajya Sabha) states: the first unmanned orbital flight is planned in Q4 2025, and the second and third unmanned orbital flights (G2 and G3) are planned in 2026. Press Information Bureau What is not confirmed in that official update is
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Rate Rationalisation Meets 2026: How Policy Tweaks Echo in GST Collections Without Guaranteeing a Single Outcome 0
- Explainers & Reports
- January 1, 2026
Key highlights January is where policy gets judged, not announced. And if you want a neutral lens on how policy interacts with behaviour, GST is a useful—though imperfect—mirror. The October 2025 factsheet frames the timing bluntly: GST collections rose sharply alongside festive demand and after the late-September rate rationalisation context. Press Information Bureau The topline remains ₹1,95,936 crore gross. Press
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After the Festive Rush: What CPI Reveals When Demand Cools Down 0
- Explainers & Reports
- January 1, 2026
Key highlights India’s festive season is not just cultural—it’s economic. And the weeks after it often deliver the clearest truth: which prices were carried by demand, and which prices have deeper roots. CPI releases for October and November 2025 form a neat editorial arc for this: October’s print supported a moderation story, while November’s return
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