Source: TN Subject: International Relations Context: India has received an invitation to join US President Donald Trump’s proposed “Gaza Peace Board”, a new international body intended to oversee ceasefire implementation, governance, and reconstruction in Gaza. About Gaza Peace Board: What it is? The Gaza Peace Board (also referred to as the Board of Peace) is …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 19 January 2026 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Source: RT Subject: International Relations Context: India’s decision to skip the BRICS Plus naval exercise “Will for Peace 2026” has drawn attention as New Delhi clarified that such drills are not institutionalised BRICS activities and reflected a considered political choice amid evolving geopolitics. About BRICS Plus Naval Exercises: What it is? The BRICS Plus naval …
Syllabus: International Relations Source: TH Context: India’s pursuit of strategic autonomy has gained prominence in the context of a multipolar world order marked by U.S.–China rivalry and Russia’s assertiveness. About India’s Strategic Autonomy in a Multipolar World: Definition: Strategic autonomy means freedom to make sovereign choices in foreign policy and defence without being tied down …
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Syllabus: Bilateral Realtions Source: TH Context: U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a 25% tariff and penalty on Indian imports, citing India’s defence and energy ties with Russia, prompting India’s MEA to reaffirm the resilience of India-U.S. strategic partnership. About India–U.S. tariffs 2025: Current Nature of India–U.S. Ties Described as a comprehensive global strategic partnership, built …
General Studies-2; Topic: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora. Introduction India’s foreign policy choices are once again in the spotlight amid renewed Western threats of secondary sanctions. At the heart of this controversy lies India’s strategic autonomy — evident in its military and energy deals with …
Syllabus: India Foreign Policy Source: DH Context: India’s evolving foreign policy came under spotlight after Operation Sindoor, a decisive military response to the Pahalgam terror attack, reigniting debates on India’s strategic posture towards Pakistan and terrorism. About India’s Evolving Foreign Policy: Idealism of the Nehru Era (1947–1962) Non-alignment as strategic posture: India refused to align …
