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Why in the News? The Trump administration’s executive order aims to cut foreign aid, threatening USAID-funded health, sanitation, and energy projects in India. A US federal court has temporarily stayed the decision, but the future of funding remains uncertain. About USAID’s Contributions to India: Since 2001, USAID has provided $2.8 billion in Official Development Assistance …
Read MoreWhy in the News? External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted that Trump’s policies on multi-polarity, energy stability, connectivity, and technology benefit India, emphasizing collaborations like Quad, India-Middle East-Europe Corridor, and trade negotiations during his address at Chatham House, London. Strategic & Geopolitical Shifts: External Affairs Minister Jaishankar highlighted that several U.S. policy priorities under President …
Read MoreSyllabus GS-2: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests , Indian Diaspora , Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Focus: The US, under Trump’s “reciprocal tariffs” policy, may impose higher import duties on Indian goods, especially agricultural exports like shrimp and basmati rice. With …
Read MoreThe United States has agreed to supply India with the advanced F-35 Lightning II jets, significantly enhancing India’s air defense capabilities. The F-35 is a fifth-generation stealth fighter, known for its superior avionics, agility, and advanced sensor integration. These features provide India with a substantial edge over regional counterparts like China and Pakistan. Technological Edge: …
Read MoreWhy in the news? US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s decision to skip the G20 meeting in South Africa highlights tensions over geopolitical disputes, including South Africa’s genocide case against Israel, raising concerns about the future of multilateral diplomacy. Key Developments: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced his absence from the G20 Foreign Ministers’ …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests , India and its Neighbourhood ,Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests , Look East to Act East Focus: India’s strategic position amidst evolving U.S. tech policies under President Trump, focusing on immigration challenges, the rise of techno-libertarian ideologies, and the …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: India and neighbourhood relations Effect of policies and politics of developing and developed countries on India. Why in the News? The recent re-election of Donald Trump has sparked discussions on its implications for Indo-US relations, US-China strategies, and the evolving dynamics of the Quad. Key focus areas include his approach to global …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The third INDUS-X Summit, held in California, saw the signing of an MoU between iDEX and U.S. DIU, enhancing defence innovation and fostering partnerships between the two nations. About the INDUS-X Summit : The third edition of the INDUS-X Summit was held in California on 9-10 September 2024. Jointly organised by …
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