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India-US Navies Strengthen Cooperation Through EOD Exercise Why in the News ? The Indian Navy-US Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Exercise 2026 began at Kochi on August 10 and will continue until August 14. The five-day exercise aims to improve interoperability, specialised skills and professional cooperation between both navies. Exercise 2026: Key Features and Objectives …
Read MoreUS Senate Advances Tougher Russia Sanctions Through Tariffs Why in the News ? The US Senate overwhelmingly approved the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, 2026, proposing tariffs of up to 100% on goods from major buyers of Russian energy. The measure also extends Iran energy sanctions until 2031. US Senate Approves Tougher …
Read MoreQUAD Dialogue, Critical Minerals and India-US Cooperation: Competitive Exam Notes Why in News? The 11th Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting was held in New Delhi. The meeting was attended by the foreign ministers of India, the United States, Japan and Australia. It focused on the Indo-Pacific region, maritime security, supply chains, critical minerals, emerging technologies and …
Read MoreINDIA-US: FROM ESTRANGED TO ENGAGED TO RESTRAINED DEMOCRACIES Why in the News? The weaponisation of trade, finance and energy flows by the US, with its allies playing second fiddle, has deeply hurt Indian economic interests, impacting India’s economic rise and, as a consequence, its national security and global standing. India-US relations have evolved from “estranged …
Read MoreIndia And U.S. Stress Secure Maritime Trade Routes Why in the News ? During the visit of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to India, both countries emphasised the need for safe and unimpeded maritime commerce, particularly amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and disruptions caused by the West Asia conflict. India-U.S. Strategic Partnership …
Read MoreThe Fault Lines in India–US Relations: Why America Struggles to Accept India as an Equal Syllabus: GS – 2 – Foreign policy of India, India – US Relations Focus : The article examines the structural tensions in India–US relations in the context of Donald Trump’s policies. It highlights disagreements over energy security, China policy and …
Read MoreLOOKING BEYOND STRATEGIC AUTONOMY TOWARD THE QUAD POSSIBILITY Syllabus: GS 2: India and its neighbourhood Global Groupings and India’s interest. Why in the News? Renewed debates on India’s strategic autonomy and the relevance of the Quad grouping have intensified amid evolving U.S.-China relations and the deepening China-Russia strategic partnership, reshaping the regional security architecture and …
Read MoreIndia Strategic Autonomy Challenge Syllabus GS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Why in the News? Recently, the Iran war and increasing American pressure on trade, energy, and strategic policies raised concerns about India’s strategic autonomy and the effectiveness of its partnerships with Europe and major powers, affecting the country’s balance of payment position and international …
Read MoreINDIA DENIES ASSISTING U.S. IN ATTACK ON IRANIAN WARSHIP IRIS DENA Why in the News? Diplomatic Clarification: India denied reports of assisting the S. Navy in targeting Iranian warship IRIS Dena. Strategic Context: Incident occurred after the vessel participated in multilateral naval exercise Milan hosted by India. India–U.S. defence agreements and operational framework LEMOA Provision: …
Read MoreINDIA TESTED: FROM U.S. SANCTIONS TO ONE-SIDED TRADE DEAL Syllabus: GS 2: India and International Relations Bilateral Agreements Why in the News? India and the United States have announced a Framework for an Interim Agreement on reciprocal trade, following months of negotiations triggered by U.S.-imposed 50% tariffs. However, unilateral announcements from Washington and conditions linked …
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