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12Aug 2026

THE MECCA PACT AND THE RISE OF STRATEGIC HEDGING

THE MECCA PACT AND THE RISE OF STRATEGIC HEDGING Syllabus: GS-2:     Centre State Fiscal relation     Governance     Devolution of Power       Why in the News? Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan signed a mutual defence pact in Mecca on August 7, potentially altering West Asian security calculations. The agreement reflects growing efforts …

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08Jul 2026

The “G Minus Two” Strategy Explained

For the Indo-Pacific: Understanding the “G Minus Two” Strategy Syllabus: GS – 2 – Regional development, Indo Pacific Focus : The article focuses on India’s emerging “G Minus Two” strategy in the Indo-Pacific, which seeks to strengthen cooperation with major Asian powers such as Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand. It emphasizes expanding …

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03Jun 2026

India-China Boundary Talks: Key Challenges Ahead

India-China Boundary Talks Challenge Syllabus GS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Why in the News? Recently, discussions on an “early harvest” boundary settlement between India and China regained attention after official meetings referred to border delimitation, raising concerns about possible changes in India’s long-standing negotiating position. Introduction The India-China boundary dispute remains one of the …

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27May 2026

QUAD Strengthens Indo-Pacific Security

QUAD Strengthens Indo-Pacific Security And Strategic Cooperation Framework Why in the News ? The QUAD Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in New Delhi reviewed progress on Indo-Pacific cooperation and launched the Indo-Pacific Maritime Surveillance Collaboration. The grouping also reaffirmed its commitment to counter-terrorism, critical technologies, maritime security, and a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Key Outcomes …

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27Mar 2026

Iran Allows India Passage Through Hormuz Strait

Iran Allows India Passage Through Strategic Hormuz Strait Why in the News ? Amid escalating West Asia conflict, Iran has allowed India and four other countries to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial global oil route requiring stringent environmental clearances for maritime operations. The move highlights shifting geopolitics, maritime security concerns aligned with …

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27Mar 2026

India in G7 Talks Over West Asia Crisis

India Engages G7 Talks Amid West Asia Crisis Why in the News ? India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar attended the G7 Foreign Ministers’ meeting in France, where key global issues like the West Asia conflict, Ukraine war, and UN peacekeeping reforms were discussed, alongside India’s participation in the upcoming G7 Summit 2026 with focus …

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13Jan 2026

US Emergency for Venezuela Funds

U.S. DECLARES EMERGENCY TO PROTECT VENEZUELAN SOVEREIGN FUNDS Why in the News? Emergency order: Donald Trump declared a national emergency to block courts and creditors from seizing Venezuelan government funds held in the United States, a move that could be seen as an ex-post facto intervention in financial matters. Executive action: An executive order bars …

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06Jan 2026

US-India Parallel Diplomacy

THE PARALLEL TRACK IN INDIA–US TIES Syllabus: GS-3: ● India and its neighbourhood relations ● Bilateral relations Why in the News? In 2025, despite strained political signalling, trade frictions, and the postponement of the Quad Leaders’ Summit, India–U.S. relations remain resilient. Deepening defence, technology, and institutional cooperation, reflected in high-level ministerial visits and long-term agreements, …

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17Nov 2025

India-Bhutan Ties: New Era of Strategic Cooperation

Reaffirming India-Bhutan Ties Amid Strategic Shifts Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 India and its Neighbourhood, Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests, Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Why in the News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Bhutan highlighted India’s commitment to strengthening ties amid Bhutan’s domestic …

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