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A SHARED DISASTER, BEYOND BORDERS AND GEOPOLITICS Why in the News? On August 26, 2026, a glacial collapse and landslide near the Nepal-China border triggered devastating flash floods across Nepal. The event, initially mistaken for a 4.4-magnitude earthquake, was later linked to glacial collapse and a landslide equivalent to a 5.2-magnitude seismic event. Preliminary estimates …
Read MoreUN Warns Autonomous Weapons Threaten Human Control Why in the News ? The United Nations (UN) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) have warned that the world is approaching a dangerous stage where autonomous weapons could independently select and attack humans, urging countries to establish binding international regulations. Rising Threat of ‘Killer …
Read MoreTHE MECCA PACT AND THE RISE OF STRATEGIC HEDGING Syllabus: GS-2: Centre State Fiscal relation Governance Devolution of Power Why in the News? Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan signed a mutual defence pact in Mecca on August 7, potentially altering West Asian security calculations. The agreement reflects growing efforts …
Read MoreFROM 1991, THREE FOREIGN POLICY LESSONS FOR MANAGING DISRUPTION OF CERTAINTIES Syllabus: GS 3: Effects of liberalisation on the economy. Economic reforms. Why in the News? The continuing Russia–Ukraine War, renewed instability in the Middle East, and disruptions in global energy supply chains have revived comparisons with the geopolitical crises of 1990–91. The article …
Read MoreNEW TRADE PACT A WIN-WIN FOR INDIA AND U.K. Syllabus: GS 2: Effects of policies and politics of countries on India’s interest. Groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Why in the News? The India–United Kingdom Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) came into force on 15 July 2026, marking a major milestone …
Read MoreIndia Australia Strategic Partnership Syllabus GS 2: India and its neighbourhood Why in the News? Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Australia, strengthening defence, technology, energy, and economic cooperation while highlighting the need to transform growing strategic convergence into lasting institutional alignment within the broader indo-pacific strategy. Introduction India and Australia have significantly strengthened their …
Read MoreFor the Indo-Pacific: Understanding the “G Minus Two” Strategy Syllabus: GS – 2 – Regional development, Indo Pacific Focus : The article focuses on India’s emerging “G Minus Two” strategy in the Indo-Pacific, which seeks to strengthen cooperation with major Asian powers such as Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand. It emphasizes expanding …
Read MoreYouth Perceptions Reshaping India’s Foreign Policy Narrative Syllabus: GS-2: Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Why in the News ? The ORF Foreign Policy Survey 2025: Young India and the Middle East examined the views of over 5,000 young Indians aged 18–35. The survey highlighted strong support for Operation Sindoor, concerns …
Read MoreFive Nations Elected to UN Security Council Why in the News ? Five countries—Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe—have been elected as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for a two-year term beginning on 1 January 2027 and ending on 31 December 2028. Newly Elected Non-Permanent Members of UNSC The …
Read MoreRubio Signals Caution on Iran Nuclear Talks Why in the News ? US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s testimony before the US Congress provided important insights into the evolving Iran nuclear negotiations, tensions in West Asia, the future of sanctions, and the broader geopolitical implications involving Israel, China, Russia, and global energy security. Iran Nuclear …
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