Trump raises U.S. tariffs on Indian imports to 50%
Basics of Tariffs & Trade Policy Relevance : GS 2(International Relations ), GS 3 (Indian Economy) Background: U.S.–India Trade Tensions Key Details of the New Tariffs Legal Justification Cited by U.S. India’s Response India’s Oil Trade with Russia – Key Data Implications for India Trade & Economy: Diplomacy: WTO Violation? Geopolitical Analysis What Could India Do? […]
India may change stance amid U.S. tariffs
Context: India, Russia, and Global Energy Geopolitics Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) , GS 3(Energy Security) MEA’s Latest Statement: A Clearer, Assertive Tone Trigger: Threats from U.S. President Donald Trump India’s Response to U.S. & EU: Calling Out Double Standards India’s Strategic Options Ahead Broader Implications Data Snapshot (as of 2024-25 estimates) Conclusion India’s statement marks […]
Trump says he will hike tariff on India ‘over next 24 hours’
WHAT’S HAPPENING? Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) TRADE TARIFFS – A SIMPLE EXPLANATION DONALD TRUMP’S KEY ALLEGATIONS TRUMP’S POLICY SIGNALS INDIA’S RESPONSE – STRONG AND DATA-BACKED STRATEGIC AND GEOPOLITICAL UNDERPINNINGS TRADE DATA INSIGHT PREVIOUS TENSIONS UNDER TRUMP (2016–2020) ECONOMIC SECURITY VS. GEOPOLITICS CONCLUSION
Why a progressive Indian policy on Myanmar is more than plausible
Context & Background Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) India’s Current Posture: Flawed Assumptions The Civil War Landscape in Myanmar India’s China Problem in Myanmar A Progressive Indian Myanmar Policy: Why It’s Plausible & Necessary Two Core Pivots: Policy Recommendations (4 Interlocking Steps) Support Myanmar’s Pro-Democracy Forces Immediately Halt All Weapon Sales to the Junta Open Cross-Border […]
How will railway to Sairang help in regional connectivity
Project Overview: Bairabi–Sairang Railway Line Relevance : GS 2(International Relations ) Engineering and Infrastructure Highlights Strategic Importance for Mizoram Geostrategic & Act East Policy Relevance Barriers to Regional Integration Act East Policy: Infrastructure Progress (2014–2025) Parameter 2014–15 2024–25 Change Budget Allocation for NE ₹36,108 crore ₹1,00,000+ crore ↑ ~300% Railway Tracks Built – 800+ km New […]
Trump’s 25% tariff, ‘penalty’ to hit India from tomorrow
Announcement by U.S. President Trump (Wednesday): Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) Reasons Cited by Trump: India’s Response (Ministry of Commerce): Trade Negotiations Status: Past Context: U.S. Position (as per Trump on Truth Social):
Amid trade upheaval, India rethinks China blockade to further tech manufacturing
Context and Background Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) Key Developments Signs of Thaw: Gradual Allowance Balancing Act: Trade vs Security Implications for India’s Manufacturing and Trade Electronics Sector Shifts Geopolitical and Trade Realignment Takeaways
India’s Cheetah Diplomacy in Africa
Project Context and Strategic Relevance Relevance : GS 2(International Relations), GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Bilateral Dynamics with Key African Nations 1. South Africa – A Technically Strong But Politically Shifting Ally 2. Botswana – A Steady Contributor Despite Regional Volatility 3. Kenya – A Long-Term Strategic Investment, Not Immediate Source 4. Tanzania and Sudan – On the […]
India–UK Free Trade Agreement (CETA)
Core Agreement Highlights Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) ,GS 3(Economy -Import & Export) India’s Key Economic Gains Relief on Social Security Contributions Broader Trade & Investment Impacts Movement of People & Services Strategic & Defence Roadmap (Vision 2035) Retrospective Linkages Future Implications
How Denmark Plans to Use Copyright Law to Protect Against Deepfakes
Context Denmark has proposed a new legal approach to combat the spread of deepfakes—synthetic media generated using AI—by extending copyright protections to individuals’ facial features, voice, and appearance, even if the manipulated media is not originally theirs. Relevance : GS 2(International Relations , Social Issues) Why This Matters Key Features of Denmark’s Proposal Provision Description Copyright-like Protection Individuals will get […]