Last updated: March 26, 2026: India is navigating what the International Energy Agency has called the largest energy supply disruption in the history of the global oil market. The immediate threat to Indian households is being managed. The geopolitical situation that created it is not close to resolution. 17% Qatar LNG capacity sidelined $20 Bn Annual revenue loss — QatarEnergy 3–5 yrs Repair timeline — LNG Trains 4 & 6 Zero India PNG & CNG supply cut The Ras Laffan Strikes:

In 2013–14, India's total defence exports stood at ₹686 crore. A decade later, that figure reached ₹23,622 crore — a 34-fold rise that tells a story of industrial transformation few outside the corridors of power in New Delhi have fully appreciated. ₹23,622 Cr Defence Exports FY25 34× Growth vs FY14 80+ Countries Supplied ₹1.51 Lakh Cr Defence Production FY25 A 34-Fold Rise in a Single Decade India's defence exports reached a historic high of ₹23,622 crore (approximately $2.7

As the calendar turns to March 2026, the fires of conflict in West Asia have reached a fever pitch. With direct military exchanges between Israel and Iran, and the United States escalating its involvement, the global order is under extreme duress. In this volatile theater, India’s foreign policy—a blend of "principled neutrality" and "strategic patience"—is often criticized as an attempt to have it both ways. However, for a rising power with massive stakes in both the East an

As the conflict in West Asia escalates into a direct confrontation involving Iran, India’s "principled neutrality" has come under intense scrutiny. While critics label New Delhi’s refusal to take a side as diplomatic timidity, a closer look reveals a masterclass in strategic autonomy. India’s stand—rooted in calls for "dialogue and diplomacy" while protecting its own interests—is not just a short-term survival tactic; it is a blueprint for long-term regional leadership. The P

India-US Interim Trade Agreement, announced February 6, 2026, via White House joint statement, marks a reciprocal framework toward a full Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) by March 2026. US slashes tariffs on Indian goods from 50% to 18%, eliminates duties on pharmaceuticals, gems, textiles, and machinery, while India reduces tariffs on US industrial/agri products and pledges $500 billion in purchases over five years—directly benefiting everyday Indians through jobs, stable pri

The new US–India trade deal is not just about big businesses or governments—it has the potential to make a real difference in the everyday lives of ordinary Indians. By strengthening economic ties between the two countries, the agreement is expected to support jobs, lower costs, and improve access to better products and services. For a full breakdown of the deal's structure, tariff cuts, and bilateral trade targets, read our detailed explainer: India-US Trade Deal 2026 Expla