UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. Introduction Trade is no longer driven only by economics. It is increasingly shaped by geopolitics, where tariffs are used as pressure tools and economic dependence is used strategically. The Munich Security Report 2026, which highlights global security trends and served as… Continue reading The opportunity in Cameroon to rebalance the WTO
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On scientific collaborations in BRICS
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-International Relations Introduction BRICS is a major global grouping with strong share in global GDP, population, natural resources, and scientific capacity. It promotes a multipolar system and reduces dependence on Western dominance. In a time of geopolitical tensions, sanctions, and techno-nationalism, cooperation in science, technology, and innovation (STI) has become important,… Continue reading On scientific collaborations in BRICS
India’s West Asia reset — more sinned against than sinning
Source: The post “India’s West Asia reset — more sinned against than sinning” has been created, based on “India’s West Asia reset — more sinned against than sinning” published in “The Hindu” on 18 March 2026. India’s West Asia reset — more sinned against than sinning. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Context: India’s West… Continue reading India’s West Asia reset — more sinned against than sinning
Oil shock’s impact on India’s BoP
Source: The post “Oil shock’s impact on India’s BoP” has been created, based on “Oil shock’s impact on India’s BoP” published in “BusinessLine” on 17 March 2026. Oil shock’s impact on India’s BoP. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- International relations Context: India is highly dependent on crude oil imports, especially from the Gulf region, making it… Continue reading Oil shock’s impact on India’s BoP
Oil prices reflect geopolitical risks, not only supply
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-International relation And GS Paper 3- Infrastructure Introduction Crude oil prices surged sharply after the war in West Asia, reaching $118 per barrel, while Brent crude rose from $57.56 in mid-December 2025, more than doubling within two months. Prices remain above three digits with no immediate easing. This situation shows that… Continue reading Oil prices reflect geopolitical risks, not only supply
Why Iran differs from Ukraine in terms of economic fallout for India and the world
Source: The post “Renewable Transition in India: Policy and Institutional Bottlenecks” has been created, based on “Why Iran differs from Ukraine in terms of economic fallout for India and the world” published in “Indian Express” on 16 March 2026. Why Iran differs from Ukraine in terms of economic fallout for India and the world. UPSC… Continue reading Why Iran differs from Ukraine in terms of economic fallout for India and the world
Indian fertilizers’ Hormuz choke
Source: The post “Indian fertilizers’ Hormuz choke” has been created, based on “Indian fertilizers’ Hormuz choke” published in “Business Line” on 16 March 2026. Indian fertilizers’ Hormuz choke. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Context: The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global maritime chokepoint that facilitates large volumes of energy and fertilizer feedstock trade.… Continue reading Indian fertilizers’ Hormuz choke
The fate of the Washington Consensus, once talisman
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction The Washington Consensus emerged in 1989 as a dominant framework for economic reform. It promoted liberalisation, privatisation, and deregulation as solutions for economic crises in developing countries. International financial institutions promoted these reforms as a universal model for growth and stability. Over time, financial crises, social backlash,… Continue reading The fate of the Washington Consensus, once talisman
War in West Asia and the Crisis of Indian Seafarer Abandonment
UPSC Syllabus– GS Paper 2- Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora — their Structure, Mandate Introduction The ongoing conflict in West Asia has brought a long-ignored maritime crisis into sharp focus – the abandonment of seafarers. With at least three Indian sailors killed in attacks near the Persian Gulf and dozens more stranded, the war… Continue reading War in West Asia and the Crisis of Indian Seafarer Abandonment
Inside China, Authority, Conflict and Strategic Challenges
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International relations Introduction China’s political evolution since 1949, when the Communist Party of China came to power, reflects the nature of authority, control, and internal political tensions within the system. The progression from Mao Zedong to Deng Xiaoping and later Xi Jinping highlights how strong leadership has shaped China’s political… Continue reading Inside China, Authority, Conflict and Strategic Challenges
