Notifying its new EV policy on Monday (June 29, 2026), the Delhi government said that it would focus entirely on electric vehicles and that no subsidies would be provided for hybrid vehicles. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced that the Cabinet had approved the policy at a ₹7,000 crore budget with an overall investment of ₹15,000 crore, including for development of charging infrastructure, purchase and scrapping incentives.

What Delhi's new EV policy means for you?

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has introduced new Return-to-Play Post-Pregnancy Guidelines aimed at supporting women cricketers returning to elite competition after childbirth.

The framework provides member boards with structured guidance covering physical recovery, mental wellbeing, and professional reintegration. Built around a “6 Rs” model — Ready, Review, Restore, Recondition, Return, and Refine — the policy aims to ensure a safe and gradual comeback to competitive cricket.

The ICC says the initiative is designed to strengthen player welfare and promote the long-term growth of women’s cricket by helping athletes balance motherhood and professional sport.

ICC Unveils Post-Pregnancy Return-To-Play Rules For Women Cricketers

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, declaring that Tehran will "pay the price" after months of stalled negotiations. The remarks come amid escalating military exchanges, Iranian strikes on U.S. bases in the Gulf, and growing uncertainty over the future of peace talks. Is diplomacy collapsing, or is this pressure tactics before a deal?

Trump's Iran Warning Escalates Crisis As Peace Talks Hang In Balance 

US President Donald Trump has stated that the upcoming deal will be significantly better than the previous agreement, without revealing full details. His remarks come amid ongoing negotiations and renewed focus on trade and policy restructuring, sparking political debate over the potential impact of the new arrangement.

US President Trump Says New Deal Will Be 'Better' Than Old One

U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says the Department of Justice has issued grand jury subpoenas to the Federal Reserve, threatening a possible criminal indictment linked to his June congressional testimony about renovations and monetary policy decisions. Powell framed the legal action as politically motivated pressure aimed at influencing rate policy and defended the Fed’s independence amid growing tensions.

Powell Links Legal Action To Rate Policy Stance

U.S. factory activity has contracted for the sixth consecutive month, highlighting persistent weakness in the manufacturing sector. The latest data for August points to a notable drop in production, driven in part by reduced domestic demand and the impact of heightened import tariffs. Economists warn that sustained policy pressures and supply chain disruptions may prolong the sector's recession. Here's what the data reveals and what could lie ahead.

U.S. Factory activity contracts in August for a sixth month

Supporters of former President Evo Morales clashed with police in Bolivia as protests against government policies intensified. Demonstrators have established blockades across key roads, demanding action on issues such as economic reforms and social justice. The confrontations highlight ongoing political tensions in the country, with Morales' supporters pushing back against what they perceive as government repression while calling for greater representation and change.

Bolivia: Morales' Supporters Clash With Police As Blockade Continues

China is facing the long-term consequences of its former "One Child" policy, with an aging population and shrinking workforce creating economic and social challenges. The policy, in effect for decades, has led to a demographic imbalance that threatens future growth, prompting concerns about the sustainability of China's development and the well-being of its elderly citizens.

China Pays The Price For 'One Child' Policy?

Norzin Dolma, a Minister with the Tibetan Government in Exile, has confirmed that there have been back-channel communications between Tibetan authorities in exile and Chinese officials. Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal in Dharmshala, Dolma stated, "There have been back-channel communications and activities happening but I am unsure as to how much hope we can place on the outcome of these activities and how substantive and concrete those activities [are]." Dolma further elaborated on the history of official dialogue between Tibet and China, noting that "we had the opportunity to submit the memorandum on general autonomy of Tibetan people with the subsequent submission of clarifying note to the Chinese counterpart-explaining and explicating our understanding position on the framework and concept of middle way policy."

Tibet Govt in Exile Confirms Back Channel Talks with China

Will India hold simultaneous polls at the state & central levels in the future? That's the million-dollar question in the minds of policymakers. Such an exercise will be unprecedented in size and execution. But will it also have a major socio-economic impact? We find out in this report.

India elections 2024 | Simultaneous polls: The economic impact?

India elections 2024 | Report: Higher GDP growth when simultaneous polls were held

Meta announced on Thursday (Feb 9) that it had taken down the Facebook and Instagram accounts belonging to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, citing violations of its content policies.

Meta removes Iran Supreme Leader Khamenei from Facebook, Instagram for policy violations

Amazon is getting serious about its return-to-office policy. A US media report states that the company has reportedly given managers the authority to effectively terminate employees who fail to attend office thrice a week.

Amazon on its latest attendance policy

YouTube which is one of the most popular video streaming platforms has become an easy target for Content Creators who post misleading or even often inaccurate videos. In a bid to protect users from the harmful content YouTube is now updating its policy to crack down on medical misinformation on its platform.

YouTube aims to fight medical misinformation

Indian High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami tells Vikram Chandra that the Labour Party if elected to power will prioritise India-UK relations but India’s desire for good relations with the UK goes beyond political parties.

Decoding Starmer’s India shift | The India Story

How is the Indian diaspora shaping global policies? Vikram Chandra finds out from Vijay Chauthaiwale, BJP’s In-Charge of the Department of Foreign Affairs.

Indian diaspora influencing global policies? | The India Story

Keir Starmer's shift in India policy is driven by recognition of India's global position, its role as a progressive democracy, and the valuable contributions of the Indian diaspora, Uday Nagaraju, Vice-Chair of Labour Friends of India tells Vikram Chandra.

Progressive democracies with mutual interests | The India Story

Shadow Secretary of State for Works and Pensions, Jonathan Ashworth tells Vikram Chandra why building a strategic partnership is part of the Labour Party’s vision for India.

Decoding Starmer’s India ‘reset’ | The India Story

Labour Party’s outreach to India indicates recognition of the country’s status as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies and a potential future growth engine, India Global Forum founder Manoj Ladwa tells Vikram Chandra on The India Story this week.

Behind Labour’s changed India stance | The India Story

Why is UK’s main opposition party which is most likely to return to power in the 2025 general election in the country keen to rebuild trust with India? Vikram Chandra speaks with the leader of the Labour Party Keir Starmer to find out.

Reasons behind Starmer’s changed India policy | The India Story

US President Joe Biden announced Friday that Indian-American Neera Tanden, who currently serves as Senior Adviser to President Biden and Staff Secretary, will serve as top domestic policy adviser, replacing Susan Rice.

US: President Joe Biden appoints Indian-American Neera Tanden as domestic policy adviser

Australia is seeking to reform its immigration policy in order to speed up the entry of highly skilled employees and make it easier for them to get permanent status.

Australia: New immigration policy makes it easier to retain international students

Japan's central bank left its ultra-easy monetary policy unchanged, a move that sent the yen plunging, despite heavy speculation it could again tweak a key lever.

Bank of Japan sticks to easy policy, defies market speculation

HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services institutions in the world that serves millions of customers across the globe. Now, it has updated its climate policy in a step towards a greener future.

WION Climate Tracker | HSBC updates its climate policy in a step towards a greener future

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