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Rubio 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 …
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 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 MoreUS VS IRAN SHOWS WHY IT IS NOT ABOUT MILITARY POWER, BUT MANIPULATING RISK Why in the News? The ongoing US–Iran tensions and the fragile “phone peace” have revived debates on coercive diplomacy and strategic risk management practices, paralleling how Basel 3 frameworks address systemic vulnerabilities in global financial systems. The situation highlights how modern …
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 …
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 …
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