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Why in the news? “Rail Force One” ferries global leaders to Ukraine, symbolizing international solidarity and commitment to Ukraine amid conflict. The train ensures safety and enables strategic high-level discussions. Introduction to “Rail Force One” “Rail Force One” is a specialized, luxurious train used to ferry world leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, U.S. …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Why in the News? Presidents Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping prioritizing bilateral relations with the US over forming a unified front against Washington. Emergence of the “alliance without limits” between Moscow and Beijing announced in February 2022. Alliance …
Read MoreSyllabus: 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: Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election is dominating global discussions due to his potential impact on foreign policy, especially regarding China, …
Read MoreSyllabus: 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 …
Read MoreRelevance: 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 …
Read MoreSyllabus: 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. …
Read MoreWhy 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 …
Read MoreWhy 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. …
Read MoreSyllabus: 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: …
Read MoreSyllabus: 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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