This publication delves into the interconnections between the COVID-19 pandemic, financialization, foreign trade and cooperation, and development in India. These distinct elements offer valuable insights into comprehending the emerging trends in the Indian economy, politics, and society in the 21st century. The hypothesis of this book is that COVID-19 had a significant impact on the Indian economy, society, and its financial and economic development, trade relations, investment expansion in Latin America, and democratic processes during the pandemic. The work scrutinizes a range of topics, including trade and cooperation between India and Latin America, the gender gap in COVID-19 vaccination and trade agreements, inclusive development in post-pandemic India, and the links between financialization, fiscal and monetary policy, and the Indian banking system. The book is a collective effort by scholars from diverse academic backgrounds, countries in the Global South, and social sciences with expertise in India. Overall, the purpose of this book is to provide a relevant explanation of India's response to the COVID-19 pandemic in economic and political terms, as well as its prospects in a post-pandemic scenario.