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INDIA 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 …
Read MoreWhy in the News? ● The United States carried out a military operation in Venezuela resulting in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. ● US President Donald Trump justified the action by invoking the Monroe Doctrine (1823), rebranded by him as the “Don-roe Doctrine”. ● The move has triggered global concern over sovereignty, international law, …
Read MoreUS Reasserts Taiwan Strait Status Quo Policy Commitment Why in the News? The United States has released its new National Security Strategy (NSS), reaffirming its long-standing stance against any unilateral change in the Taiwan Strait. The strategy outlines a tougher posture toward China and highlights deeper strategic cooperation with India in the Indo-Pacific, while also …
Read MoreUS Grants Six-Month Sanctions Relief for Chabahar Port Why in the News ? In a significant policy reversal, the United States has granted a six-month sanctions waiver for India’s participation in Iran’s Chabahar Port project, marking a turnaround from its September withdrawal of the same waiver. The port is vital for India-Afghanistan connectivity and regional …
Read MoreFLUX IN US-CHINA TIES HAS CONSEQUENCES FOR ASIAN NATIONS Why in the news? Concerns persist that Trump might trade off Taiwan or other Asian interests for a deal with China. ● However, his recent Asia tour indicates both continuity and recalibration in U.S. policy. ● He reaffirmed support for AUKUS, signaling commitment to regional security …
Read MoreBanu Mushtaq’s Booker Win Highlights Margins’ Voices Syllabus: GS-1: Indian Literature Focus: Banu Mushtaq, a senior Kannada writer, has won the 2025 International Booker Prize, becoming the latest International Booker Prize winner from India. Her short story collection “Heart Lamp” (Hridaya Deepa), translated into English by Deepa Bhasthi, marks a milestone for Kannada women’s literature …
Read MoreBrazil Sets COP30 Agenda with Three Priorities Why in the News? Brazil, the incoming COP30 Presidency, has outlined a three-point agenda for climate talks at the upcoming Bonn meeting (SB62) and COP30 in November, focusing on multilateralism, people-centric climate action, and Paris Agreement implementation. About Brazil’s Three Priorities for COP30: Reinforce Multilateralism: Brazil stressed the …
Read MoreCBI Chargesheet Filed Against Former J&K Governor in Latest CBI Cases Why in the News? The CBI (Central Bureau of Investigation), also known as the cbi central bureau of investigation, has filed a chargesheet against former J&K governor Satya Pal Malik, who was also a former cm of jammu and kashmir, and six others in …
Read MoreSC Recognises CAPF Group A as Organised Services Why in News? Supreme Court ruled that Group A officers of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) should be recognised as Organised Services, enabling cadre restructuring and reducing IPS deputation posts within two years, benefiting around 13,000 officers. About Supreme Court’s Landmark Judgment: A Bench of Justices A.S. …
Read MoreSupreme Court Upholds Dual Taxation on Broadcasting Why in the News? On May 22, 2025 the Supreme Court ruled that both the Centre and States can levy separate taxes on broadcasting services — service tax by the Centre and entertainment tax by States — without legal overlap, affirming constitutional validity. About Supreme Court’s Key Ruling: …
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