[Download] PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 11 – September – 2026

Download PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief- 11 -September – 2026Today’s brief covers these important themes: Umair Jamal in The Diplomat focuses on impact of Pakistan’s SCO presidency at a crucial time. Sushovan Dhar in The Wire analyses the limitation of BRICS to speak for global south. Rahul Pandey in VIF discusses the need of new working rules for India and China to reduce conflict. UPSC has previously asked question on these themes: • PSIR 2026, Paper II: What strategic options can India exercise as a response to the tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan? • PSIR 2026, Paper II: Discuss the three areas of security co-operation between India and Israel. • GS 2026, Paper II: “China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has transformed South Asia from a regional space into a theatre of great power competition.” Analyse the strategic implications of the BRI for India’s security and regional influence in South Asia. • GS 2026, Paper II: “BRICS acts as a powerful counterweight in global governance, actively amplifying the voice and influence of the Global South.” Explain the role of BRICS in projecting itself as an alternative to other groupings. • PSIR 2024, Paper II: Does the idea of the 21st century as ‘Asian century’ continue to remain feasible given the growing friction between India and China? • GS 2024, Paper II: “The West is fostering India as an alternative to reduce dependence on China’s supply chain and as a strategic ally to counter China’s political and economic dominance.” Explain this statement with examples.

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In a world where political developments evolve rapidly and international dynamics shift constantly, staying informed is essential for every serious student of Political Science and International Relations (PSIR). The PSIR & GS2 Daily Brief is an initiative designed to bridge the gap between daily news events and their deeper theoretical, conceptual, and analytical relevance within the PSIR syllabus. This daily brief provides a structured and comprehensive analysis of important national and international developments through the lens of political theory, comparative politics, Indian politics, and international relations. Rather than merely reporting events, it seeks to explain why these developments matter, how they connect with core PSIR concepts, and what implications they hold for academic understanding and examination preparation. By consistently engaging with daily events in a concept-oriented manner, the PSIR Daily Brief aims to cultivate a habit of critical thinking and informed interpretation of contemporary politics. This initiative ultimately aspires to transform everyday news into meaningful academic insight– making PSIR not just a subject to study, but a framework to understand the world.