India’s policy, trade and corporate landscape entered a pivotal week marked by major economic decisions, geopolitical tremors and critical industry shifts.

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s conviction and death sentence by the International Crimes Tribunal dominated geopolitical headlines, coming alongside tragic news from Saudi Arabia, where at least 45 Indians died in a bus –tanker collision near Medina.

Back home, October’s trade data showed stress points, with gems and jewellery exports plunging 31% amid weak global demand and tariff pressures. India also opened its LPG market to the US for a full year, even as New Delhi and Washington pushed ahead with trade talks centred on reciprocal tariffs and market access.

The 16th Finance Commission submitted its 2026–31 rep

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