Source: The post “Revisiting India’s nuclear doctrine without revising it” has been created based on “Revisiting India’s nuclear doctrine without revising it” published in “The Hindu” on 26 September 2026. Revisiting India’s nuclear doctrine without revising it. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- International Relations Context: India’s nuclear doctrine, operationalised in 2003, is based on credible minimum deterrence,… Continue reading Revisiting India’s nuclear doctrine without revising it
Tag: International Relations
A Malacca–Singapore Model for Resolving Hormuz
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International relations Introduction The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime chokepoint where regional tensions can disrupt international navigation and affect wider security. The Malacca–Singapore Straits provide a useful precedent of cooperation among littoral states, supported by international users and maritime institutions. Their experience shows how territorial interests can coexist… Continue reading A Malacca–Singapore Model for Resolving Hormuz
The copyright stakes in the EU FTA
Source: The post “The copyright stakes in the EU FTA” has been created based on “The copyright stakes in the EU FTA” published in “The Hindu” on 21 September 2026. The copyright stakes in the EU FTA. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-International Relations Context: The proposed India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) contains intellectual property provisions that may… Continue reading The copyright stakes in the EU FTA
U.S.A–Russia Sanctions Bill: Implications for India’s Oil Imports and Trade
Source: The post “U.S.A–Russia Sanctions Bill: Implications for India’s Oil Imports and Trade” has been created based on “U.S.A–Russia Sanctions Bill: Implications for India’s Oil Imports and Trade” published in “Indian Express” on 19 September 2026. U.S.A–Russia Sanctions Bill: Implications for India’s Oil Imports and Trade. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2-International Relations Context: The U.S.A House of… Continue reading U.S.A–Russia Sanctions Bill: Implications for India’s Oil Imports and Trade
A War Room for India in an Age of Sanctions
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International relations Introduction: A War Room for India in an Age of Sanctions Economic sanctions are no longer limited to foreign policy; they can affect banks, shipping, energy supplies, trade and households. The latest U.S. sanctions and tariff measures show how India’s dependence on global financial and maritime networks can… Continue reading A War Room for India in an Age of Sanctions
BRICS, and the future of cross-border payments
Source: The post “BRICS, and the future of cross-border payments” has been created based on “BRICS, and the future of cross-border payments” published in “Business Line” on 17 September 2026. BRICS, and the future of cross-border payments. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper 2- International Relations Context: BRICS has been working towards greater use of national currencies… Continue reading BRICS, and the future of cross-border payments
At BRICS, India must bank on the NDB
Source: The post “At BRICS, India must bank on the NDB” has been created based on “At BRICS, India must bank on the NDB” published in “The Hindu” on 14 September 2026. At BRICS, India must bank on the NDB. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- International Relations Context: BRICS has expanded significantly in recent years. While its… Continue reading At BRICS, India must bank on the NDB
India has to act on its ‘sugar’ problem
Source: The post “India has to act on its ‘sugar’ problem” has been created based on “India has to act on its ‘sugar’ problem” published in “The Hindu” on 10 September 2026. India has to act on its ‘sugar’ problem. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- International Relations Context: India is witnessing a rise in obesity, diabetes and… Continue reading India has to act on its ‘sugar’ problem
Dangerous phase: On the crisis in West Asia
Source: The post “Dangerous phase: On the crisis in West Asia” has been created based on “Dangerous phase: On the crisis in West Asia” published in “The Hindu” on 10 September 2026. Dangerous phase: On the crisis in West Asia. UPSC Syllabus: GS-2- International Relations Context: The ongoing Iran war has escalated tensions across West… Continue reading Dangerous phase: On the crisis in West Asia
India-Japan Defence Cooperation Breaks New Ground
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- International Relations Introduction India and Japan share a long-standing partnership based on shared democratic values, mutual respect and civilisational ties. The two countries will mark 75 years of diplomatic relations in 2027. Their defence cooperation has expanded through dialogues, the 2+2 mechanism, military exercises, logistics and technology discussions. The August… Continue reading India-Japan Defence Cooperation Breaks New Ground
