Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Current Affairs for UPSC

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

MoD Inks Contract With General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc For Leasing Of Two MQ-9B Sea Guardian High-Altitude Long-Endurance Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems For Indian Navy For 30 Months

Ministry of Defence inks Rs 1,943 crore deal with GA-ASI to lease two MQ-9B Sea Guardian drones, boosting Indian Navy's maritime surveillance for 30 months.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

18 Aug, 2026

MoD Inks Contract With General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc For Leasing Of Two MQ-9B Sea Guardian High-Altitude Long-Endurance Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems For Indian Navy For 30 Months

Ministry of Defence inks Rs 1,943 crore deal with GA-ASI to lease two MQ-9B Sea Guardian drones, boosting Indian Navy's maritime surveillance for 30 months.

18 Aug, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Trump envoys meet mediators, Israel strikes Gaza, Pg2

Trump envoys meet mediators in Cairo for Gaza peace plan amidst Israeli airstrikes and regional condemnation of Israel's rejection.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

17 Aug, 2026

Trump envoys meet mediators, Israel strikes Gaza, Pg2

Trump envoys meet mediators in Cairo for Gaza peace plan amidst Israeli airstrikes and regional condemnation of Israel's rejection.

17 Aug, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Bangladesh Sets ‘Conditions’ For Rahman’s Visit To India, Pg1

Bangladesh sets extradition of Sheikh Hasina and other criminals as conditions for PM Rahman's visit to India, citing vitiated bilateral atmosphere.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

17 Aug, 2026

Bangladesh Sets ‘Conditions’ For Rahman’s Visit To India, Pg1

Bangladesh sets extradition of Sheikh Hasina and other criminals as conditions for PM Rahman's visit to India, citing vitiated bilateral atmosphere.

17 Aug, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

India is losing West Asia, but it is not too late, Pg8

India's influence wanes in West Asia amidst regional conflicts and shifting alliances, necessitating a proactive diplomatic strategy to protect its strategic interests.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

17 Aug, 2026

India is losing West Asia, but it is not too late, Pg8

India's influence wanes in West Asia amidst regional conflicts and shifting alliances, necessitating a proactive diplomatic strategy to protect its strategic interests.

17 Aug, 2026

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Money Laundering and its Prevention

DRI Uncovers Large-Scale Illegal Use of SAFTA Agreement in Areca Imports

DRI busts Rs 2,500 crore areca nut import fraud, exposing illegal use of SAFTA benefits and misdeclaration of origin from Southeast Asia.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Money Laundering and its Prevention

17 Aug, 2026

DRI Uncovers Large-Scale Illegal Use of SAFTA Agreement in Areca Imports

DRI busts Rs 2,500 crore areca nut import fraud, exposing illegal use of SAFTA benefits and misdeclaration of origin from Southeast Asia.

17 Aug, 2026

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India Courts Will Decide Extradition Of Hasina, Talks On To Change Course, Pg1

India's courts to decide Sheikh Hasina's extradition to Bangladesh under 2013 pact, as diplomatic talks intensify amidst her planned December return.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

16 Aug, 2026

India Courts Will Decide Extradition Of Hasina, Talks On To Change Course, Pg1

India's courts to decide Sheikh Hasina's extradition to Bangladesh under 2013 pact, as diplomatic talks intensify amidst her planned December return.

16 Aug, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

South Korea proposes talks with North to formally end Korean War, Pg14

South Korea proposes historic talks with North Korea to formally end the Korean War, as Pyongyang strengthens Russia ties and asserts nuclear status.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

16 Aug, 2026

South Korea proposes talks with North to formally end Korean War, Pg14

South Korea proposes historic talks with North Korea to formally end the Korean War, as Pyongyang strengthens Russia ties and asserts nuclear status.

16 Aug, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

US Vows Tougher Sanctions On Iran As 2 Ships Hit In Strait, Pg2

US vows tougher sanctions on Iran after two ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz, threatening naval blockade and economic isolation.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

15 Aug, 2026

US Vows Tougher Sanctions On Iran As 2 Ships Hit In Strait, Pg2

US vows tougher sanctions on Iran after two ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz, threatening naval blockade and economic isolation.

15 Aug, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Iran President to Visit India for BRICS Summit, Pg13

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to visit India for the 15th BRICS Summit, holding bilateral talks on Chabahar port and West Asia.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

15 Aug, 2026

Iran President to Visit India for BRICS Summit, Pg13

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to visit India for the 15th BRICS Summit, holding bilateral talks on Chabahar port and West Asia.

15 Aug, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

India Helps China Evade Tariffs, Claims U.S. Report, Pg1

U.S. report, 'The Great Transshipment Scam,' alleges India helps China evade U.S. tariffs, impacting global supply chains and trade relations.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

15 Aug, 2026

India Helps China Evade Tariffs, Claims U.S. Report, Pg1

U.S. report, 'The Great Transshipment Scam,' alleges India helps China evade U.S. tariffs, impacting global supply chains and trade relations.

15 Aug, 2026

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Who Controls Strait Of Hormuz? Competing Claims By Iran And US, Pg2

Iran's Basij unit head claims control of strategic Strait of Hormuz, directly contradicting US President's assertion of total US dominance.

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

14 Aug, 2026

Who Controls Strait Of Hormuz? Competing Claims By Iran And US, Pg2

Iran's Basij unit head claims control of strategic Strait of Hormuz, directly contradicting US President's assertion of total US dominance.

14 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Buffer Stocks and Food Security

Kyiv Seeks Patriot Missiles As Russia Hits Danube Port, Pg2

Russia strikes Ukraine's Danube grain export port, damaging infrastructure; Kyiv urgently requests US Patriot missiles amidst escalating conflict and falling grain exports.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Buffer Stocks and Food Security

14 Aug, 2026

Kyiv Seeks Patriot Missiles As Russia Hits Danube Port, Pg2

Russia strikes Ukraine's Danube grain export port, damaging infrastructure; Kyiv urgently requests US Patriot missiles amidst escalating conflict and falling grain exports.

14 Aug, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Goods Exports Surge 20% As India Diversifies Trade, Pg1

India's merchandise exports surge 20% to $44.2 billion in July, driven by diversification and new routes despite West Asia turmoil.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

14 Aug, 2026

Goods Exports Surge 20% As India Diversifies Trade, Pg1

India's merchandise exports surge 20% to $44.2 billion in July, driven by diversification and new routes despite West Asia turmoil.

14 Aug, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Turkiye lays out plans for defence pact with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Pg18

Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan sign the "Mecca Joint Defence Agreement," forming a NATO-like military pact for collective security and deeper defence cooperation.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

14 Aug, 2026

Turkiye lays out plans for defence pact with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Pg18

Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan sign the "Mecca Joint Defence Agreement," forming a NATO-like military pact for collective security and deeper defence cooperation.

14 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests IT and Computers

Europe’s AI Rules May Become India’s Opportunity, Pg10

EU's stringent AI Act creates a massive compliance market, offering India a strategic opportunity to provide services and leverage its trade agreement.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests IT and Computers

14 Aug, 2026

Europe’s AI Rules May Become India’s Opportunity, Pg10

EU's stringent AI Act creates a massive compliance market, offering India a strategic opportunity to provide services and leverage its trade agreement.

14 Aug, 2026

Parliament and State Legislatures Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

India And Kenya Share Historical And Multifaceted Relations Going Back Over Millennia: Lok Sabha Speaker

Lok Sabha Speaker highlights India-Kenya's millennia-old ties, parliamentary diplomacy, and shared democratic values, with Kenya supporting India's UNSC permanent membership.

Parliament and State Legislatures Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

14 Aug, 2026

India And Kenya Share Historical And Multifaceted Relations Going Back Over Millennia: Lok Sabha Speaker

Lok Sabha Speaker highlights India-Kenya's millennia-old ties, parliamentary diplomacy, and shared democratic values, with Kenya supporting India's UNSC permanent membership.

14 Aug, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

On Mecca Accord, Let’s Keep Our Eyes Peeled, Ears Cocked, And Powder Dry, Pg15

New Mecca Accord between Saudi, Turkey, Pakistan sparks Indian security concerns over potential terrorism and advanced military technology transfer, prompting a calibrated strategic response.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

13 Aug, 2026

On Mecca Accord, Let’s Keep Our Eyes Peeled, Ears Cocked, And Powder Dry, Pg15

New Mecca Accord between Saudi, Turkey, Pakistan sparks Indian security concerns over potential terrorism and advanced military technology transfer, prompting a calibrated strategic response.

13 Aug, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Space Technology

The next step to the Moon, Pg14

NASA invites ISRO to join its ambitious Moon Base program, marking a significant step in India-US space cooperation and lunar exploration.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Space Technology

13 Aug, 2026

The next step to the Moon, Pg14

NASA invites ISRO to join its ambitious Moon Base program, marking a significant step in India-US space cooperation and lunar exploration.

13 Aug, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

With new agreement, Islamabad is upping the ante, Pg14

New Mecca Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey signals a shift in West Asian security, potentially impacting India's geopolitical standing.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

13 Aug, 2026

With new agreement, Islamabad is upping the ante, Pg14

New Mecca Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey signals a shift in West Asian security, potentially impacting India's geopolitical standing.

13 Aug, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Kazakhstan, desperate for rain, turns to cloud-seeding, Pg2

Kazakhstan initiates cloud seeding with UAE collaboration to combat severe drought and water shortages, aiming for better harvests and economic benefits.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Science and Technology in Everyday Life

13 Aug, 2026

Kazakhstan, desperate for rain, turns to cloud-seeding, Pg2

Kazakhstan initiates cloud seeding with UAE collaboration to combat severe drought and water shortages, aiming for better harvests and economic benefits.

13 Aug, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

MoD Inks Contract With General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc For Leasing Of Two MQ-9B Sea Guardian High-Altitude Long-Endurance Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems For Indian Navy For 30 Months

MoD Inks Contract With General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc For Leasing Of Two MQ-9B Sea Guardian High-Altitude Long-Endurance Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems For Indian Navy For 30 Months

Trump envoys meet mediators, Israel strikes Gaza, Pg2

Trump envoys meet mediators, Israel strikes Gaza, Pg2

Bangladesh Sets ‘Conditions’ For Rahman’s Visit To India, Pg1

Bangladesh Sets ‘Conditions’ For Rahman’s Visit To India, Pg1

India is losing West Asia, but it is not too late, Pg8

India is losing West Asia, but it is not too late, Pg8

DRI Uncovers Large-Scale Illegal Use of SAFTA Agreement in Areca Imports

DRI Uncovers Large-Scale Illegal Use of SAFTA Agreement in Areca Imports

India Courts Will Decide Extradition Of Hasina, Talks On To Change Course, Pg1

India Courts Will Decide Extradition Of Hasina, Talks On To Change Course, Pg1

South Korea proposes talks with North to formally end Korean War, Pg14

South Korea proposes talks with North to formally end Korean War, Pg14

US Vows Tougher Sanctions On Iran As 2 Ships Hit In Strait, Pg2

US Vows Tougher Sanctions On Iran As 2 Ships Hit In Strait, Pg2

Iran President to Visit India for BRICS Summit, Pg13

Iran President to Visit India for BRICS Summit, Pg13

India Helps China Evade Tariffs, Claims U.S. Report, Pg1

India Helps China Evade Tariffs, Claims U.S. Report, Pg1

Who Controls Strait Of Hormuz? Competing Claims By Iran And US, Pg2

Who Controls Strait Of Hormuz? Competing Claims By Iran And US, Pg2

Kyiv Seeks Patriot Missiles As Russia Hits Danube Port, Pg2

Kyiv Seeks Patriot Missiles As Russia Hits Danube Port, Pg2

Goods Exports Surge 20% As India Diversifies Trade, Pg1

Goods Exports Surge 20% As India Diversifies Trade, Pg1

Turkiye lays out plans for defence pact with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Pg18

Turkiye lays out plans for defence pact with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Pg18

Europe’s AI Rules May Become India’s Opportunity, Pg10

Europe’s AI Rules May Become India’s Opportunity, Pg10

India And Kenya Share Historical And Multifaceted Relations Going Back Over Millennia: Lok Sabha Speaker

India And Kenya Share Historical And Multifaceted Relations Going Back Over Millennia: Lok Sabha Speaker

On Mecca Accord, Let’s Keep Our Eyes Peeled, Ears Cocked, And Powder Dry, Pg15

On Mecca Accord, Let’s Keep Our Eyes Peeled, Ears Cocked, And Powder Dry, Pg15

The next step to the Moon, Pg14

The next step to the Moon, Pg14

With new agreement, Islamabad is upping the ante, Pg14

With new agreement, Islamabad is upping the ante, Pg14

Kazakhstan, desperate for rain, turns to cloud-seeding, Pg2

Kazakhstan, desperate for rain, turns to cloud-seeding, Pg2

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