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Iran–U.S. Talks Resume Momentum as Both Sides Agree to Continue Nuclear Negotiations

Iran and U.S. Agree to Move Forward with Talks

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has confirmed that Iran and the United States have agreed to continue negotiations after a fresh round of talks held in Muscat. Describing the discussions as constructive, Araghchi said the exchanges took place in a “very positive atmosphere” and marked a “good start” after months of heightened tensions.

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PM-SETU and ITI Reforms: Can ₹6,000 Crore Fix India’s Skilling–Jobs Mismatch?

PM-SETU and the New Push for ITI Reform

The Union Budget 2026–27 has placed a major bet on vocational education by allocating Rs6,000 crore to the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU). Launched on October 4, 2025, the scheme has emerged as the largest programme under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, which has an overall budget of about Rs9,800 crore.

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India Tracks Changing Crypto Trading Patterns, Signals Cautious Oversight Approach

India Reviews Evolving Crypto Market Activity

India is closely engaging with cryptocurrency exchanges to understand rapidly changing trading patterns and new crypto products, as authorities seek to ensure compliance without introducing a dedicated regulatory law. A senior tax official said New Delhi prefers partial oversight rather than full-fledged crypto legislation, citing concerns over financial stability and systemic risk.

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Nemcha Kipgen Elevation as Manipur Deputy CM Sparks Kuki-Zo Protests in Delhi

A Landmark Appointment in a Tense Political Moment

The appointment of Nemcha Kipgen as Deputy Chief Minister of Manipur has triggered strong protests in New Delhi, highlighting unresolved tensions within the Kuki-Zo community amid Manipur’s ongoing ethnic crisis.

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Yumnam Khemchand Singh Chosen BJP Legislature Party Leader in Manipur

Manipur Moves Towards Restoration of Elected Government

Manipur is set to return to elected governance as Yumnam Khemchand Singh, a BJP MLA, has been elected Leader of the BJP Legislature Party. His selection clears the way for him to assume office as Chief Minister, ahead of the completion of one year of President’s Rule on February 13.

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