UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2-International relations Introduction West Asia is caught in a major conflict led by Benjamin Netanyahu and supported by Donald Trump. The war began on February 28, 2026 with U.S.–Israel joint strikes on Iran under Operation Epic Fury. The June 2025 12-day war acted as a precursor. The conflict has caused several… Continue reading The West Asia cauldron of conflict and its fallout
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India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key
Source: The post “India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key” has been created, based on “India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key” published in “Indian Express” on 1 April 2026. India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- International Relations Context: India currently… Continue reading India must reboot neighbourhood policy — trade is the key
Neighbours first: On India-Nepal ties
Source: The post “Neighbours first: On India-Nepal ties” has been created, based on “Neighbours first: On India-Nepal ties” published in “The Hindu” on 30th March 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2- International Relations Context: India and Nepal share a unique civilisational relationship based on open borders, deep cultural ties, economic interdependence, and strong people-to-people connections. The… Continue reading Neighbours first: On India-Nepal ties
India’s foreign policy is being shaped by financial constraints
Source: The post “India’s foreign policy is being shaped by financial constraints” has been created, based on “India’s foreign policy is being shaped by financial constraints” published in “Indian express” on 28 March 2026. India’s foreign policy is being shaped by financial constraints. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-2-International Relations Context: India’s foreign policy has traditionally been… Continue reading India’s foreign policy is being shaped by financial constraints
What is at stake at the WTO’s MC14?
UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 2- Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. Introduction The WTO’s 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) is taking place at a time when trade multilateralism is under serious strain and unilateral actions are rising sharply. As the WTO’s highest decision-making body, MC14 will decide the future direction of global trade… Continue reading What is at stake at the WTO’s MC14?
The opportunity in Cameroon to rebalance the WTO
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
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
