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28Jan 2025

Strengthening India-Indonesia Relations: Historical and Strategic Partnership

Why in the news? India and Indonesia signed key agreements on maritime security, health, traditional medicine, culture, and digital cooperation during President Prabowo Subianto’s visit, marking a significant step in bilateral ties and defense collaboration. Recent Developments On January 27, 2025, India and Indonesia signed agreements in maritime security, health, traditional medicine, culture, and digital …

22Jan 2025

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Trump Ends Birthright Citizenship, Targets BRICS Economies

Why in the news? U.S. President Trump signed an order ending birthright citizenship, potentially affecting thousands of Indian professionals, and announced 100% tariffs on BRICS nations for exploring non-dollar transactions, sparking legal challenges and economic concerns globally. Trump’s Executive Order and Birthright Citizenship S. President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order ending birthright citizenship, which …

22Jan 2025

Unlocking U.S.-India Nuclear Deal’s Full Potential

Syllabus: GS 2: India and neighbourhood relations . Development of India’s relation with the west. Why in the News? The U.S.-India civil nuclear deal, signed in 2008, remains underutilized despite its transformative potential. Recent U.S. announcements on removing nuclear entities from the Entity List have rekindled hopes for progress. The U.S.-India civil nuclear deal: The …

18Jan 2025

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Bessent’s Call for Stricter Russian Oil Sanctions

Why in the news? Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary nominee, emphasized tightening sanctions on Russia’s oil sector to pressure Moscow over the Ukraine war. This move could significantly affect India’s oil imports and efforts to internationalize the rupee. Tighter Sanctions on Russian Oil: Scott Bessent, nominee for S. Treasury Secretary, supports stricter sanctions on Russia’s …

18Jan 2025

India’s Strategic Engagement with the Taliban Regime

Syllabus: GS-2: India and its Neighbourhood , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Focus: India’s Foreign Secretary recently held a high-level meeting with the Taliban Foreign Minister in Dubai, signaling India’s incremental steps toward cautious engagement with the Taliban regime since their takeover in 2021. Background and Historical Perspective Initial Skepticism …

16Jan 2025

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US Sanctions Target Russia’s Oil Trade, Impacting India

Why in the news? The US imposed sweeping sanctions on Russia’s oil trade, affecting tankers, companies, and insurance, potentially disrupting India’s crude oil imports. Russia remains India’s largest oil supplier, necessitating alternative arrangements amidst global market instability. About New Sanctions and Targets: The outgoing US administration imposed significant sanctions on Russia’s oil trade, targeting 183 …

15Jan 2025

India-Bangladesh Border Fencing Dispute: Key Issues Explained

Why in the news? India and Bangladesh summoned each other’s envoys over disagreements regarding border fencing construction by the BSF. Bangladesh claims the move violates the 1975 border agreement, while India maintains compliance with all protocols and agreements. Recent Developments India and Bangladesh summoned each other’s envoys over disagreements on fencing along their border. Bangladesh’s …

13Jan 2025

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Trump Proposes Renaming Gulf of Mexico ‘Gulf of America

Why in the news? Donald Trump suggested renaming the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America,” citing U.S. contributions to trade and energy. This sparked humorous rebuttals and historical reflections, with experts highlighting the challenges of renaming maritime regions internationally. Trump’s Proposal to Rename Gulf of Mexico: Donald Trump proposed renaming the Gulf of …

08Jan 2025

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Pakistan’s Afghan Strategy : From Strategic Depth to Strategic Ditch

Syllabus: GS – 2– India and its relations with Afghanistan , Foreign policy of India Focus : The article examines Pakistan’s evolving Afghan strategy, highlighting the challenges posed by the Taliban’s return to power in Kabul. It delves into Pakistan’s support for extremist groups, the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) threat, rising cross-border tensions, and Afghanistan’s refusal …

06Jan 2025

Brahmaputra Basin Dams: Geopolitical Tensions and Environmental Risks

Syllabus: GS-1: Water Resources GS-2: India and its Neighbourhood , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests GS-3: Conservation Focus: China’s ambitious mega-dam project on the Brahmaputra at the Great Bend has raised concerns over its environmental impact and its geopolitical implications for India, Bangladesh, and Bhutan. The growing competition for hydropower …

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