UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relation Introduction On 6 February 2026, India and the United States issued a Joint Statement outlining an Interim Trade Agreement. It removes the punitive 25% tariff on Indian goods, reduces reciprocal tariffs from 25% to 18%, and proposes a $500 billion purchase plan over five years. Soon after, the… Continue reading US Trade Deal Softening: Implications for India
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Role of University Townships in Integrating Education with Industrial and Logistics Corridors
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education and Human Resources. Introduction India’s higher education system has expanded rapidly and now includes more than 1,100 universities and 4.3 crore learners. Access has improved, but outcomes remain a concern. India must now move from access-led expansion to… Continue reading Role of University Townships in Integrating Education with Industrial and Logistics Corridors
Industrial Relations Code must balance job security in the AI era
Source: The Hindu Editorial, “Industrial Relations Code must balance job security in the AI era”, published on 10 February 2026. The article examines the implications of the Industrial Relations Code in the context of rapid AI-driven technological change and its impact on employment and labour protections. UPSC Syllabus- GS Paper II: Governance; Social Justice; Labour… Continue reading Industrial Relations Code must balance job security in the AI era
Back on track: On Malaysia–India ties
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction India–Malaysia relations entered a phase of correction after diplomatic unease in 2025. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s February 2026 visit to Kuala Lumpur signalled intent to restore trust and momentum. The visit focused on repairing political confidence, strengthening economic cooperation, and reaffirming shared positions on terrorism, the Indo-Pacific,… Continue reading Back on track: On Malaysia–India ties
A chance for India to polish the Kimberley Process
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relation Introduction India’s assumption of the Kimberley Process chairmanship in 2026 offers a rare opportunity to reform a key global mechanism governing the trade in conflict diamonds. With its central role in the global diamond value chain, India is well placed to address long-standing gaps in definition, enforcement, and… Continue reading A chance for India to polish the Kimberley Process
Myanmar’s military-scripted polls, India’s strategic bind
GS Paper II – International Relations Context: Myanmar’s military junta has announced plans to conduct elections under a tightly controlled framework, nearly five years after the 2021 coup that overthrew the elected civilian government. The move seeks to gain domestic legitimacy and international acceptance, even as violence, repression, and civil conflict persist. For India, this… Continue reading Myanmar’s military-scripted polls, India’s strategic bind
EU, US deals connect India to world’s largest markets, open new trade vistas
UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Introduction India’s recent trade engagements with the European Union and the United States reflect an evolution in India’s trade negotiation strategy. While engaging in long bilateral negotiations, India has remained firm on protecting agriculture, dairy, MSMEs, and small farmers. This approach is supported by India’s transition into a market-driven… Continue reading EU, US deals connect India to world’s largest markets, open new trade vistas
Skills gap mismanaged
Source: The post “Skills gap mismanaged” has been created, based on “Skills gap mismanaged” published in “BusinessLine ” on 7 February 2026. Skills gap mismanaged. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: India faces a persistent skill gap, which has become more prominent due to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, cloud computing, data engineering, and cybersecurity.… Continue reading Skills gap mismanaged
The fading of India’s environmental jurisprudence
Source: The post “The fading of India’s environmental jurisprudences” has been created, based on “The fading of India’s environmental jurisprudence” published in “The Hindu ” on 6 February 2026. The fading of India’s environmental jurisprudence. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- Governance Context: India’s judiciary has historically played a significant role in protecting the environment by expanding… Continue reading The fading of India’s environmental jurisprudence
Expert Explains: Why a conflict in Iran could be far more consequential than in Venezuela
Source: The post “Expert Explains: Why a conflict in Iran could be far more consequential than in Venezuela” has been created, based on “Expert Explains: Why a conflict in Iran could be far more consequential than in Venezuela” published in “Indian Express” on 5 February 2026. Expert Explains: Why a conflict in Iran could be… Continue reading Expert Explains: Why a conflict in Iran could be far more consequential than in Venezuela
