UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction International law is facing a serious credibility crisis as wars, civilian suffering and weak international institutions expose the gap between legal rules and their enforcement. Yet, states continue to invoke international law, use it to settle disputes and rely on it for cooperation. The central issue, therefore,… Continue reading Do not write the obituary of international law yet
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A new security triangle emerges with the Makkah Pact
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. Introduction The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (MJDA), signed on 7 August 2026 by Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan, creates a new security triangle linking the Gulf, eastern Mediterranean and South Asia in the region. Its… Continue reading A new security triangle emerges with the Makkah Pact
India’s Digital Governance Revolution: Redefining Ease of Doing Business
Source: The post “India’s Digital Governance Revolution: Redefining Ease of Doing Business” has been created based on “India’s Digital Governance Revolution: Redefining Ease of Doing Business’” published in “DD News” on 10 August 2026. India’s Digital Governance Revolution: Redefining Ease of Doing Business. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- Governance Context: India has undertaken a major digital governance… Continue reading India’s Digital Governance Revolution: Redefining Ease of Doing Business
The Changing Logic of the India-U.S. Partnership
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. Introduction The India-U.S. partnership is entering a new phase as Washington shifts from China-driven strategic convergence towards a more interest-based approach centred on reciprocity, national interest and strategic value. This change does not end the… Continue reading The Changing Logic of the India-U.S. Partnership
India’s Care Economy: Challenges and Opportunities for Caregiving Workforce
Source: The post “India’s Care Economy: Challenges and Opportunities for Caregiving Workforce” has been created based on “NITI Aayog Launches Report on “Reimagining Care: Strategies for Empowering Caregivers in Viksit Bharat@2047”” published in “Indian Express” on 7 July 2026. India’s Care Economy: Challenges and Opportunities for Caregiving Workforce. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- Governance Context:… Continue reading India’s Care Economy: Challenges and Opportunities for Caregiving Workforce
Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill – August 8th
Source: The post “Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill” has been created based on “What is the Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill and why has it raised data concerns?” published in “Indian Express” on 7 August 2026. Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill – August 8th. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- Governance Context: Recently, the Lok Sabha cleared the Bankers’… Continue reading Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill – August 8th
Access paradox: On medical education in India
Source: The post “Access paradox: On medical education in India” has been created based on “Access paradox: On medical education in India” published in “The Hindu” on 7 July 2026. Access paradox: On medical education in India. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2– Governance Context: India has nearly tripled its MBBS seats in the last 12… Continue reading Access paradox: On medical education in India
Fiscal Federalism, Efficiency versus Equity Concerns
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2 – Issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure. Introduction The 16th Finance Commission (2026–31) keeps the States’ share in central taxes at 41% but changes the structure of fiscal transfers, especially grants-in-aid. It gives greater importance to efficiency, fiscal discipline and performance, while reducing several equalisation grants. This has… Continue reading Fiscal Federalism, Efficiency versus Equity Concerns
Curbing ‘Paper Leaks’ and Ensuring Institutional Accountability
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education Introduction High-stakes public examinations such as NEET and UGC-NET determine educational and career opportunities for millions of candidates. Repeated controversies in NEET-2024, UGC-NET 2024 and NEET-2026, despite investigations reportedly finding no prosecutable evidence of a conventional paper leak… Continue reading Curbing ‘Paper Leaks’ and Ensuring Institutional Accountability
Strategic Transformation of NATO and Position of India
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction The 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara confirmed that NATO is entering a new phase of strategic transformation rather than decline. The Alliance is moving beyond its traditional security role to prepare for long-term geopolitical rivalry, technological competition and resilient defence industries. At the same time, the United… Continue reading Strategic Transformation of NATO and Position of India
