China–Philippines tensions over Scarborough Shoal
Basics Relevance : GS-II (International Relations, Maritime Law, UNCLOS), GS-III (Security, Trade, Indo-Pacific Strategy) Why in News Overview Challenges Way Forward Conclusion The Scarborough Shoal dispute reflects the larger contest between international law and power politics in the South China Sea. A rules-based, cooperative approach is the only sustainable way forward to ensure peace, ecology, and regional stability.
Why does peace seem so elusive to eastern DRC?
Why in News Relevance: Basics Overview
At least 19 killed in Nepal protests
Why in News Relevance : GS II (International Relations – India–Nepal, Democracy, Governance, Civil Liberties, Political Movements). From Basics Comprehensive Overview Political Context Social Dimension Legal & Governance Issues Economic Concerns Geopolitical Angle Broader Implications Key Takeaways
India-China: the need for a border settlement
Why in News Relevance : GS II (International Relations – Boundary Dispute, Security, Diplomacy, Strategic Affairs). From Basics Comprehensive Overview Strategic Significance of Settlement Key Roadblocks Present Status (2025) The Way Forward Key Takeaways
India-U.S. relationship: trust defines partnership
Basics Relevance: GS II (International Relations – India–U.S. Relations, WTO) + GS III (Economy – Trade Policy, Protectionism vs Free Trade) The 2025 U.S. Move Why This Matters Areas Unaffected / Thriving Strategic Dimension India’s Possible Responses Way Forward
Partners Not Rivals – India & China
Relevance : GS 2(International Relations -Bilateral relations with China) Context Strategic Context Border Issue Management Economic & Trade Angle Diplomatic Rebalancing Security & Geopolitical Dimensions
India–US Tariff & Diplomatic Tensions
Trade Relationship Relevance : GS 2(international Relations), GS 3(Indian Economy) Diplomatic Context Geopolitical Layer Domestic Implications for India Opportunities for India Risks & Challenges Big Picture Key Takeaways
Finance Ministry’s July 2025 Economic Review
Tariffs & Trade Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) , GS 3(Indian Economy) Immediate Context Finance Ministry’s Key Observations Risks Identified Opportunities in Crisis Global & Domestic Context Key Takeaways
India, Fiji call for open Indo-Pacific region
Basics Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) Key Announcements during Rabuka’s Visit (2024) Strategic Significance Underlying Geopolitics
India’s Youth as a Response to U.S. Tariffs
Understanding the Context Relevance : GS 2(International Relations ) , GS 3(Indian Economy) Challenges for India Why Youth is India’s Strategic Strength Policy Options for India External/Trade Policy Measures Domestic Economic Strengthening Youth-Centric Strategy Future Outlook Key Takeaways