By Rajesh Iyer
New Delhi bureau chief covering Indian politics, the south Asian neighbourhood and Indo-Pacific diplomacy.
EU-India Trade Deal Advances Amid Strategic Calculations and Regulatory Hurdles
A high-level EU delegation visited New Delhi to accelerate negotiations for a landmark free trade agreement, targeting finalization by 2026.
India's Rupee Under Siege as Iran Conflict Exposes Economic Vulnerabilities
The Indian rupee has depreciated over 10% since 2025, pressured by soaring oil imports due to the Iran conflict. The Reserve Bank of India i
India's Dual Trade Pacts with EU and US Signal Strategic Multi-Alignment
India is advancing trade talks with both the European Union and the United States in a coordinated diplomatic push. These parallel negotiati
US-India Trade Framework: A Strategic Pause, Not a Final Deal
A new US-India trade framework announced by President Trump and Prime Minister Modi halts tariff escalation but lacks formal legal text. The
India's Fiscal Discipline Outshines China's Market Missteps
China's stock market regulators have confused investors with contradictory announcements, undermining confidence. In contrast, India's recen