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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 …
Read MoreUS Senate Advances Tougher Russia Sanctions Through Tariffs Why in the News ? The US Senate overwhelmingly approved the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, 2026, proposing tariffs of up to 100% on goods from major buyers of Russian energy. The measure also extends Iran energy sanctions until 2031. US Senate Approves Tougher …
Read MoreNauru Renamed Naoero To Reclaim Indigenous National Identity Why in the News ? The Republic of Nauru has officially adopted the indigenous name Republic of Naoero to strengthen its cultural identity, preserve its endangered language, and distance itself from colonial-era nomenclature, reflecting a broader global trend of decolonisation and cultural revival. Why Nauru Changed Its …
Read MoreU.S. Sanctions Bill Targets Russian Oil Importing Nations Why in the News ? The U.S. Senate has fast-tracked the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, 2026, proposing tariffs up to 100% on countries importing Russian crude oil. The move could significantly affect India’s energy security, trade relations, and crude oil imports, forcing critical …
Read MoreTaliban Northern Alliance Diplomacy Syllabus GS 2: India and its neighbourhood Why in the News? Recently, Iran invited both Taliban leaders and Northern Alliance representatives during Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral, showing its balanced Afghanistan policy despite regional conflict and changing geopolitical realities that affect international investment funds and institutional investors monitoring regional stability. Introduction Iran’s …
Read MoreIndia Reaffirms Indus Treaty Stand At United Nations Security Council Why in the News ? At the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), India rejected Pakistan’s remarks on the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) and reiterated that the Treaty will remain in abeyance until cross-border terrorism ceases. India also reaffirmed that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral …
Read MoreNATO Ankara Summit Signals New Defence Challenges For India Syllabus: GS-2: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements, Important International Institutions Why in the News? The NATO Ankara Summit (July 7–8, 2026) adopted major commitments on collective defence, higher defence spending, support for Ukraine, and strengthening the European Defence Industrial Base (DIB). The summit has significant implications for …
Read MoreIndia Must Secure Bab-el-Mandeb Through Maritime Leadership Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Various Security Forces & Agencies & Their Mandate, Security Challenges & their Management in Border AreasInfrastructure Why in the News ? Rising tensions in West Asia have shifted global attention from the Strait of Hormuz to the Strait of Bab el-Mandeb, …
Read MoreFROM 1991, THREE FOREIGN POLICY LESSONS FOR MANAGING DISRUPTION OF CERTAINTIES Syllabus: GS 3: Effects of liberalisation on the economy. Economic reforms. Why in the News? The continuing Russia–Ukraine War, renewed instability in the Middle East, and disruptions in global energy supply chains have revived comparisons with the geopolitical crises of 1990–91. The article …
Read MoreHormuz Conflict Reshapes Iran–United States Maritime Strategic Competition Syllabus: GS-2: Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests, Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests, International Treaties & Agreements Why in the News ? The second phase of the Iran–U.S. conflict has shifted from direct military confrontation to a strategic …
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