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10Dec 2024

The Fall of Assad and Its Implications for Syria and the Middle East

Syllabus: GS – 2– Syria, West Asia , International relations , Foreign policy of India Focus : The article examines the implications of the fall of the Assad regime in Syria after years of conflict, analyzing the regional dynamics, the roles of key players like Iran, Russia, and Hezbollah, and the prospects for the Middle …

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06Dec 2024

Is Israel’s War in Gaza Putting the Global Order at Peril?

Relevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Why in the News? Over 400 days since the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel, the conflict continues with no resolution in sight. More than 43,000 people, mostly civilians, have been killed during Israeli bombardments in Gaza, the …

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05Dec 2024

India’s Strategic Engagement with West Africa

Syllabus: GS – 2- India and its relations with West Africa, Foreign policy of India Focus : The article delves into India’s strategic engagement with Nigeria, emphasizing the significance of the relationship in the broader West African context. It explores India’s developmental partnership, defence cooperation, and trade ties while contrasting them with China’s growing influence. …

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03Dec 2024

Trump Threatens BRICS with Tariffs Over Currency Alternatives

Why in the news? US President-elect Donald Trump warned BRICS countries of 100% tariffs if they replace the US dollar, provoking India’s push for rupee internationalization, amid concerns over US financial dominance and the rise of alternative currencies. Trump’s Threat to BRICS Nations: Donald Trump warned BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) with …

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30Nov 2024

AUKUS: Strengthening Security in the Indo-Pacific Region

Why in the news? AUKUS gains attention as Australia progresses toward acquiring nuclear-powered submarines and deepens collaboration on advanced technologies, signaling a significant shift in Indo-Pacific power dynamics amid concerns over China’s assertive regional posture. Introduction to AUKUS: AUKUS is a security pact formed in 2021 by the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. …

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29Nov 2024

India’s Advancements in Hypersonic, Ballistic Missiles and Defense

Syllabus: GS-3: Defence Technology Focus: India’s successful tests of hypersonic and ballistic missiles, including the K-4 submarine-launched nuclear-capable missile and Agni-5 with MIRV technology, highlight the country’s growing defense capabilities. These advancements aim to strengthen India’s strategic deterrence and missile defense systems, showcasing indigenous technological progress. Key Developments in India’s Military Capabilities: Hypersonic Missile Test: …

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28Nov 2024

Modernizing India’s Defence Production Amidst Global Shifts

Syllabus: GS 2: India and its neighbourhood relations Bilateral , Regional and Global Agreements involving India Defence Why in the News? India is fostering defence cooperation agreements and accelerating the modernization of its defence production system amidst China’s growing military dominance and global shifts in defence supply chains. Strengthening Defence Cooperation in Asia Enhanced partnerships: …

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22Nov 2024

Russia Fires Hypersonic Missile, Escalating Ukraine Conflict

Why in the news? Russia’s launch of a hypersonic missile at Ukraine marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, prompting global condemnation and rising tensions between the nations. Overview of Attack: Russia launched a hypersonic intermediate-range ballistic missile, “Oreshnik,” targeting Ukraine’s Dnipro city on November 21, 2024. The strike is a direct response to …

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20Nov 2024

India and Italy Strengthen Defence, Maritime Collaboration

Why in the news? India and Italy announced a Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-29, focusing on defence cooperation, classified information exchange, and enhanced maritime collaboration during the G-20 summit in Brazil. Key Agreements and Initiatives: India and Italy will negotiate a defence industrial roadmap to enhance bilateral military cooperation. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is …

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20Nov 2024

Ukraine Uses US ATACMS Missiles Against Russia

Why in the news? Ukraine deployed US-made ATACMS missiles for the first time, striking Russian military targets, marking a significant shift in US policy amid rising tensions in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. What are ATACMS Missiles? ATACMS (Army Tactical Missile System) is a US-made long-range missile system. Variants include M39A1 Block IA and M57, with a …

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