U.S. Nuclear Testing Debate and the Future of Global Non-Proliferation
Why in News? Relevance GS-2 (International Relations): GS-3 (Security): Nuclear Testing and Treaties Key Treaties and Legal Framework Global Nuclear Arsenals (2025, Source: Federation of American Scientists) Country Estimated Warheads Status Russia 4,309 De-ratified CTBT; new delivery systems tested U.S. 3,708 Subcritical tests continue China ~1,000 Rapid buildup; new silos at Xinjiang France 290 No […]
India–Peru & India–Chile Free Trade Agreements
Why in News ? Relevance GS-2 (International Relations): GS-3 (Economy): Background Strategic and Economic Significance 1. Access to Critical Minerals 2. Trade Diversification 3. Tariff and Market Access 4. Complementary Economies Current Trade Data (2024–25) Progress in Negotiations (2025 Rounds) Broader Geoeconomic Implications Challenges Ahead Way Forward
The Forgotten Internationalists
Context Relevance: • GS-2 (International Relations): Analyses UN reforms, Global South diplomacy, and India’s historical role in shaping postcolonial internationalism. • GS-1 (Modern History): Examines figures like U Thant and K.M. Panikkar in Cold War and decolonisation contexts. The UN’s Current Crisis U Thant’s Legacy: Global South Diplomacy K.M. Panikkar’s Vision: India’s Civilisational Diplomacy Comparative Overview Aspect U Thant […]
Inequality fuels pandemics and prolongs crises
Why in News ? Relevance : GS Paper II (International Relations & Governance): GS Paper III (Economy & Disaster Management): GS Paper I (Society): Key Findings of the Report Major Causes Identified Global Inequality Dimensions Impacts Highlighted Recommendations by UNAIDS Broader Context India Relevance
How BRICS is challenging SWIFT
Why in News ? Relevance : GS Paper II (International Relations): GS Paper III (Economy): Background – BRICS’ Financial Autonomy Journey The 2024 Kazan Summit – Key Milestones Why BRICS Wants to De-dollarise ? Existing National Payment Systems (Building Blocks for BRICS Pay) Country System Features / Strengths Russia SPFS (System for Transfer of Financial […]
Tropical Forests Forever Fund
Why in News ? Relevance: Background: Evolution of COP & Climate Politics Brazil’s Climate Dualism Tropical Forest Forever Fund (Brazil’s Proposal) India’s Strategic Priorities at COP30 (a) Adaptation over Mitigation (b) Finance Delivery (c) Technology & Capacity Building Equity & Ethics in Climate Action 10 Years Since Paris: The Implementation Reckoning Indicator India Brazil Renewable […]
High Seas Treaty
Why in News ? Relevance: Background Key Features of the Treaty Marine Genetic Resources (MGRs) Area-Based Management Tools (ABMTs) & Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) Capacity Building & Technology Transfer Significance Major Issues & Challenges Legal Ambiguity Governance of MGRs Implementation Capacity Financial Mechanisms India’s Relevance & Stand Way Forward
India pushes FTA talks with Chile
Why in News? Relevance : GS-2 (International Relations): GS-3 (Economy & Science-Tech): GS-3 (Environment): Context Background of India–Chile & India–Peru Engagements Strategic and Economic Rationale 1. Securing Critical Minerals: 2. Countering China’s Dominance: 3. Trade Diversification Strategy: Critical Minerals in Focus Mineral Strategic Use Key Supplier (LatAm) Lithium EV batteries, energy storage Chile, Argentina Copper […]
Group’s importance for India, amid US-China tussle
Why in News ? Relevance: Basics: What is ASEAN ? ASEAN’s Evolution ASEAN’s Global Role US–China Rivalry and ASEAN’s Balancing Act India–ASEAN Relations: Evolution Key Pillars of ASEAN–India Cooperation a) Connectivity b) Trade and Investment c) Strategic & Security Cooperation d) Cultural & Civilizational Links India’s Strategic Stakes in ASEAN Comparison: ASEAN vs Other Regional […]
In u-turn, US gives 6-month sanction relief to Chabahar
In News Relevance: Background Recent Timeline Date Development Sep 18, 2025 U.S. revoked waiver citing Iran-related sanctions (IFCPA Act). Sep 29, 2025 Sanctions regime took effect, impacting Indian participation. Oct 29, 2025 U.S. reinstated 6-month waiver, citing humanitarian and regional connectivity grounds. India’s Role and Achievements at Chabahar Strategic & Economic Significance Regional Connectivity Strategic Balancing […]