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10Feb 2025

India’s Indigenous Defense Manufacturing: Growth, Challenges, and the Path Ahead

India’s indigenous defense manufacturing sector is witnessing remarkable growth, driven by strategic initiatives like the Make in India campaign and policy reforms. In the fiscal year 2025-26, the Defense Ministry’s total allocation stands at ₹6,81,210 crore, reflecting a 9.53% increase from the previous year. This accounts for 13.45% of the total Union Budget, making it …

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06Feb 2025

Trump, tariffs and a trade war with China

Syllabus: GS 2: India and its neighbourhood couuntries Why in the News? Recently, United States initiated tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China to boost federal revenue and address economic concerns, sparking debates on trade wars and potential political implications. Introduction United States has adopted a policy of muscular nationalism, initiating a trade war targeting key …

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05Feb 2025

India-Indonesia Ties: Strengthening Partnerships for Global Stability

Syllabus: GS-2: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests , Indian Diaspora ,Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Focus: Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto recently attended India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations as the chief guest, highlighting the deepening partnership between the two nations. Their collaboration …

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01Feb 2025

Four years on, Myanmar and its continuing nightmare

Syllabus: GS 2: India and its neighbourhood couuntries Why in the News? Recently, Myanmar’s prolonged turmoil highlights the inability of global and regional actors to mediate effectively, leaving internal dialogue as the only viable solution to end its persistent crisis. Introduction Myanmar’s ongoing crisis, triggered by the 2021 military coup, has plunged the nation into …

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31Jan 2025

India’s Role in Resolving Sri Lanka’s Ethnic Issue

Syllabus: GS-2: India and its Neighbourhood , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Focus: India’s symbolic gesture in renaming the Jaffna Cultural Centre has sparked discussions about the ethnic issues in Sri Lanka. With India’s long-standing involvement in Sri Lanka’s peace process, the focus has shifted to the effective implementation of …

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30Jan 2025

India and China: Need Each Other. But Will the Detente Last?

Why in the News? Economic, military, and political factors serve as key drivers of India-China détente. These drivers are expected to gain greater significance with Donald Trump assuming leadership in Washington. India and China are engaging in dialogue again rather than speaking past each other. A key question arises: Is this a return to the …

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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 …

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22Jan 2025

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 …

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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 …

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18Jan 2025

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 …

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