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Hormuz 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 …
Read MoreChina’s Ballistic Missile Test Raises Indo-Pacific Security Concerns Why in the News ? China recently conducted its first publicly reported submarine-launched intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) test in international waters, demonstrating significant advances in its nuclear capabilities. The test has raised strategic concerns for India, the US and China dynamics, and other Indo-Pacific countries regarding regional …
Read MoreDefence Technology Transfer Challenges Syllabus GS 3: Defence and technology Why in the News? Recently, negotiations over the GE F414 fighter engine faced major difficulties, highlighting continuing challenges in India-United States defence technology cooperation, industrial collaboration, technology transfer, and joint manufacturing efforts. Introduction India and the United States have steadily expanded defence cooperation through defence …
Read MoreWHAT IS THE ‘HUMMUS TRAIL’ AND WHY IS IT UNDER SCRUTINY? Why in the News? HRF Complaint: The Hind Rajab Foundation (HRF) sought the arrest of an Israeli soldier vacationing in Himachal Pradesh, alleging war crimes committed during military operations in Gaza. Legal Debate: The incident has revived discussions on India’s powers under the Geneva …
Read MoreFor 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 …
Read MoreAS US RESHAPES ITS ASIA STRATEGY, INDIA MUST REWIRE ITS REGIONAL LEADERSHIP Why in the News? The United States is recalibrating its South Asia strategy, acknowledging that containing China’s rise through economic or military means has become increasingly difficult. As a result, Washington is expanding its engagement across South Asia rather than relying primarily on …
Read MoreFive Nations Elected to UN Security Council Why in the News ? Five countries—Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe—have been elected as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for a two-year term beginning on 1 January 2027 and ending on 31 December 2028. Newly Elected Non-Permanent Members of UNSC The …
Read MoreIMEC IS CAUGHT BETWEEN COMMERCE AND GEOPOLITICS Syllabus: GS 2: India and its Neighbourhood. Global Groupings and India’s interest. Why in the News? The ongoing Iran conflict and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz have revived debates on secure global connectivity. The crisis has highlighted vulnerabilities in existing trade routes while simultaneously strengthening the strategic …
Read MoreIsrael Captures Strategic Beaufort Castle in Lebanon Why in the News ? Israeli forces have seized the historic Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, marking their deepest military advance into Lebanese territory in over 25 years. The development represents a significant escalation in the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah conflict. Strategic Significance of Beaufort Castle Capture Israeli troops captured …
Read MoreChina Expands Nuclear Infrastructure Amid Strategic Rivalry Why in the News ? Recent satellite imagery indicates that China is constructing extensive military infrastructure near its nuclear missile silos in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. Analysts believe the development is aimed at strengthening China’s second-strike nuclear capability amid growing strategic competition with the United States, though …
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