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 […]
China’s WTO Complaint against India’s PLI Scheme
Why in News ? Relevance What is the PLI Scheme? China’s Complaint: Core Allegation Challenged PLIs Sector Focus Contested Clause Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Batteries Large-scale battery manufacturing 25% Domestic Value Addition (DVA) requirement Automobile & Auto Components (AAT) Advanced Automotive Technology products 50% DVA requirement Electric Vehicles (EVs) Attracting global EV manufacturers DVA-linked subsidy condition China’s […]
22nd India–ASEAN Summit (Kuala Lumpur 2025)
Why in News ? Relevance India–ASEAN Partnership Highlights of PM Modi’s Remarks Strategic & Economic Context Why the 2025 Summit Matters ? Institutional Cooperation Frameworks Cultural & People-to-People Ties Challenges Global Comparisons Way Forward