India ramps up oil imports from Russia and U.S. in June amid instability in West Asia
Context:Amid rising tensions in West Asia, including recent strikes on Iran, India has sharply increased its crude oil imports from Russia and the U.S. in June 2025. This reflects a strategic shift in India’s energy sourcing away from traditional West Asian suppliers. Relevance: GS 3 (Energy Security, International Relations, Indian Economy) Conclusion:
U.S. bombs three key Iranian nuclear sites
In a dramatic escalation, the U.S. launched airstrikes on Iran’s key nuclear facilities—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan—marking a shift from diplomacy to direct military action amid Israel-Iran tensions, raising fears of a broader regional conflict. Relevance: GS 2 ( International Relations ), GS 3 (Security, Nuclear Policy)
In a reset, India, Canada agree to appoint High Commissioners
Reset in India–Canada Relations Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) From Crisis to Calibration Steps Agreed Upon Sensitive Themes Still Linger Earlier Flashpoints Trudeau to Carney: Diplomatic Opening Key Takeaways
What was decided at the UN Oceans Conference?
Context: UNOC 2025 – A Global Push for Ocean Conservation Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Treaty – What & Why Why BBNJ is Crucial for Marine Conservation Key Hurdle: Equitable Sharing of Marine Resources Major Announcements & Voluntary Commitments at UNOC Strategic Significance for India Conclusion / Key Takeaway
India increased its nuclear warhead count to 180 in 2024
Context & Global Background Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) ,GS 3(Technology ,Science) India’s Nuclear Status (as of Jan 2025) Pakistan’s Parallel Developments Strategic Risks & Emerging Concerns Global Nuclear Inventory (Jan 2025 SIPRI Estimates) Country Total Warheads Deployed Stored U.S. 5,177 1,770 1,930 Russia 5,459 1,718 2,591 China 600 24 576 India 180 Not specified […]
The Third Nuclear Age
Introduction : The Third Nuclear Age marks a shift from traditional deterrence-based stability to a more unpredictable era where nuclear weapons are used as tools of coercion and strategic signalling. This phase reflects global power realignment, weakening of nuclear norms, and rising risk of nuclear use, unlike the structured bipolarity of the Cold War or the disarmament hopes of the post-Cold War […]
IAEA board censures Iran for not complying with nuclear obligations
IAEA Censure: First in 20 Years Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) Iran’s Immediate Retaliatory Measures Escalating Regional Tensions Diplomatic Divide Implications for U.S.-Iran Talks Strategic Significance
India unlikely to ratify ‘High Seas Treaty’ at U.N
What is the High Seas Treaty (BBNJ Agreement)? Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) India’s Status and Position Procedural and Legal Challenges Global Progress India’s Marine Strategy Highlights at Conference Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized: India’s Broader Marine Diplomacy
India and Mongolia hold joint military exercise to enhance interoperability
Key Highlights Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) Objectives & Focus Areas Strategic Significance Operational and Tactical Gains People-to-People & Cultural Exchange
Trump revives controversial travel ban against 12 nations
Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) Stated Justification Geopolitical and Diplomatic Implications Domestic and Legal Ramifications Economic & Social Impact Political Strategy Potential Repercussions