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US 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 MoreNATO’s Strategic Transformation: Implications for Europe, the United States and India Syllabus: GS – 2 – Multilateral Organizations and India’s Foreign Policy Focus : The article examines NATO’s transition towards a more balanced transatlantic security architecture, with Europe assuming greater responsibility for its conventional defence while the United States shifts strategic attention to the Indo-Pacific. …
Read MoreINDIA’S FOREIGN POLICY MUST LOOK SEAWARD Why in the News? The recent conflict in West Asia has exposed the vulnerability of Indian seafarers working aboard commercial vessels operating in conflict zones. Since February 28, at least 14 Indians have been killed in attacks linked to the West Asia conflict, including eight Indian seafarers. On July …
Read MoreIndia Reaffirms Indus Treaty Stand At United Nations Security Council Why in the News ? At the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), India rejected Pakistan’s remarks on the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) and reiterated that the Treaty will remain in abeyance until cross-border terrorism ceases. India also reaffirmed that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral …
Read MoreNATO Ankara Summit Signals New Defence Challenges For India Syllabus: GS-2: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements, Important International Institutions Why in the News? The NATO Ankara Summit (July 7–8, 2026) adopted major commitments on collective defence, higher defence spending, support for Ukraine, and strengthening the European Defence Industrial Base (DIB). The summit has significant implications for …
Read MoreIndia Must Secure Bab-el-Mandeb Through Maritime Leadership Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Various Security Forces & Agencies & Their Mandate, Security Challenges & their Management in Border AreasInfrastructure Why in the News ? Rising tensions in West Asia have shifted global attention from the Strait of Hormuz to the Strait of Bab el-Mandeb, …
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 MoreChina’s Ballistic Missile Test Raises Indo-Pacific Security Concerns Why in the News ? China recently conducted its first publicly reported submarine-launched intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) test in international waters, demonstrating significant advances in its nuclear capabilities. The test has raised strategic concerns for India, the US and China dynamics, and other Indo-Pacific countries regarding regional …
Read MoreDefence Technology Transfer Challenges Syllabus GS 3: Defence and technology Why in the News? Recently, negotiations over the GE F414 fighter engine faced major difficulties, highlighting continuing challenges in India-United States defence technology cooperation, industrial collaboration, technology transfer, and joint manufacturing efforts. Introduction India and the United States have steadily expanded defence cooperation through defence …
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 …
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