International Relations Current Affairs for UPSC

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.

U.S. fast-tracks Act for 100% tariffs on trade partners of Russia, Pg1

US Senate fast-tracks bill for 100% tariffs on Russian oil trade partners, potentially impacting India's discounted crude imports and energy security.

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.

30 Jul, 2026

U.S. fast-tracks Act for 100% tariffs on trade partners of Russia, Pg1

US Senate fast-tracks bill for 100% tariffs on Russian oil trade partners, potentially impacting India's discounted crude imports and energy security.

30 Jul, 2026

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.

U.S. And Iran Resume Fighting In West Asia, Pg1

US and Iran resume hostilities in West Asia, with Jordan intercepting missiles and US striking Iran-backed militias in Iraq, escalating regional tensions.

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.

30 Jul, 2026

U.S. And Iran Resume Fighting In West Asia, Pg1

US and Iran resume hostilities in West Asia, with Jordan intercepting missiles and US striking Iran-backed militias in Iraq, escalating regional tensions.

30 Jul, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Role of External State and Non State Actors

Houthis, under IRGC guidance, planning to impose fees for Red Sea transit: Yemen, Pg14

Yemen accuses Houthi rebels, guided by Iran's IRGC, of planning to impose fees on Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab transit, escalating regional tensions.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Role of External State and Non State Actors

30 Jul, 2026

Houthis, under IRGC guidance, planning to impose fees for Red Sea transit: Yemen, Pg14

Yemen accuses Houthi rebels, guided by Iran's IRGC, of planning to impose fees on Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab transit, escalating regional tensions.

30 Jul, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

West Bank violence ‘only getting worse’, says UN, Pg14

UN warns West Bank violence and illegal Israeli occupation are escalating, urging international action two years after ICJ ruling.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

30 Jul, 2026

West Bank violence ‘only getting worse’, says UN, Pg14

UN warns West Bank violence and illegal Israeli occupation are escalating, urging international action two years after ICJ ruling.

30 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests IT and Computers

Behind China’s AI gift, a constraint, Pg8

China offers open-weight AI models globally, leveraging its compute constraints and projecting soft power amidst US tech restrictions.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests IT and Computers

30 Jul, 2026

Behind China’s AI gift, a constraint, Pg8

China offers open-weight AI models globally, leveraging its compute constraints and projecting soft power amidst US tech restrictions.

30 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India’s refusal to uphold a global gig work law, Pg7

India abstains from ILO's binding global gig work law, leaving millions of platform workers without crucial rights and social security protections.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Vulnerable Sections Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

30 Jul, 2026

India’s refusal to uphold a global gig work law, Pg7

India abstains from ILO's binding global gig work law, leaving millions of platform workers without crucial rights and social security protections.

30 Jul, 2026

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Ten years and 7 PMs later, did Brexit make a difference?, Pg7

Brexit's decade-long impact reveals UK's political instability, increased non-EU migration, and widened trade deficit, contrary to initial objectives.

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

30 Jul, 2026

Ten years and 7 PMs later, did Brexit make a difference?, Pg7

Brexit's decade-long impact reveals UK's political instability, increased non-EU migration, and widened trade deficit, contrary to initial objectives.

30 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors India and its Neighbourhood Relations Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

India’s theatre reform needs a readiness framework, Pg6

India's theatre command reform risks short-term operational readiness, necessitating a robust military readiness framework to mitigate transitional challenges.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors India and its Neighbourhood Relations Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

30 Jul, 2026

India’s theatre reform needs a readiness framework, Pg6

India's theatre command reform risks short-term operational readiness, necessitating a robust military readiness framework to mitigate transitional challenges.

30 Jul, 2026

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Indian Diaspora

DAANVEER Initiative Launched; To Boost Digital Infrastructure Across India's Gram Panchayats

DAANVEER initiative launched by Ministry of Panchayati Raj to empower Gram Panchayats with digital infrastructure via citizen contributions, improving local governance and transparency.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Indian Diaspora

30 Jul, 2026

DAANVEER Initiative Launched; To Boost Digital Infrastructure Across India's Gram Panchayats

DAANVEER initiative launched by Ministry of Panchayati Raj to empower Gram Panchayats with digital infrastructure via citizen contributions, improving local governance and transparency.

30 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors India and its Neighbourhood Relations Role of External State and Non State Actors Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Cross-Border Narcotics Trafficking and Border Security

Cross-border drug trafficking, especially synthetic drugs from the Death Triangle via porous North-Eastern borders, poses a significant challenge. Government implements multi-pronged strategy.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors India and its Neighbourhood Relations Role of External State and Non State Actors Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

30 Jul, 2026

Cross-Border Narcotics Trafficking and Border Security

Cross-border drug trafficking, especially synthetic drugs from the Death Triangle via porous North-Eastern borders, poses a significant challenge. Government implements multi-pronged strategy.

30 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements IT and Computers

India Strengthens Global Digital Cooperation Through Digital Public Infrastructure Partnerships With 24 Countries

India signs MoUs with 24 nations to share Digital Public Infrastructure, including UPI and DigiLocker, fostering global digital transformation and cooperation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors E Governance Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements IT and Computers

30 Jul, 2026

India Strengthens Global Digital Cooperation Through Digital Public Infrastructure Partnerships With 24 Countries

India signs MoUs with 24 nations to share Digital Public Infrastructure, including UPI and DigiLocker, fostering global digital transformation and cooperation.

30 Jul, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Cosmetic electoral exercise by Pak to camouflage illegal occupation: India, Pg10

India slams Pakistan's 'cosmetic' PoK elections as camouflage for illegal occupation and grave human rights abuses, citing mass protests and violence.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations

29 Jul, 2026

Cosmetic electoral exercise by Pak to camouflage illegal occupation: India, Pg10

India slams Pakistan's 'cosmetic' PoK elections as camouflage for illegal occupation and grave human rights abuses, citing mass protests and violence.

29 Jul, 2026

Union State Relations and Federal Structure India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

India, Bangladesh must not just renew Ganga Treaty. They should reimagine it, Pg11

India and Bangladesh urged to reimagine the expiring 1996 Ganga Water Treaty, integrating climate change, federal politics, and broader regional cooperation for enduring ties.

Union State Relations and Federal Structure India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

28 Jul, 2026

India, Bangladesh must not just renew Ganga Treaty. They should reimagine it, Pg11

India and Bangladesh urged to reimagine the expiring 1996 Ganga Water Treaty, integrating climate change, federal politics, and broader regional cooperation for enduring ties.

28 Jul, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Syria to seek joint security agreement with Israel: al-Sharaa, Pg16

New Syrian President al-Sharaa proposes security pact with Israel, asserting Golan Heights claim, as UN chief Guterres urges respect for Syria's sovereignty.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

28 Jul, 2026

Syria to seek joint security agreement with Israel: al-Sharaa, Pg16

New Syrian President al-Sharaa proposes security pact with Israel, asserting Golan Heights claim, as UN chief Guterres urges respect for Syria's sovereignty.

28 Jul, 2026

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

US pauses attacks for 2nd straight day, Iran does too, Pg16

US, Iran pause hostilities for second day amid Omani-led diplomacy, seeking de-escalation over critical Strait of Hormuz shipping routes.

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

27 Jul, 2026

US pauses attacks for 2nd straight day, Iran does too, Pg16

US, Iran pause hostilities for second day amid Omani-led diplomacy, seeking de-escalation over critical Strait of Hormuz shipping routes.

27 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment IT and Computers

CBDT issues crypto asset reporting note aligned with OECD framework, Pg15

CBDT unveils 198-page crypto-asset reporting guidance, aligning with OECD framework to boost global tax transparency and combat evasion from 2025.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment IT and Computers

27 Jul, 2026

CBDT issues crypto asset reporting note aligned with OECD framework, Pg15

CBDT unveils 198-page crypto-asset reporting guidance, aligning with OECD framework to boost global tax transparency and combat evasion from 2025.

27 Jul, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

Trump's tariff threat on generics: Why it matters for Indian pharma firms, Pg15

Trump threatens 200% tariffs on generic drugs, forcing Indian pharma giants to boost US investments and secure market access.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

27 Jul, 2026

Trump's tariff threat on generics: Why it matters for Indian pharma firms, Pg15

Trump threatens 200% tariffs on generic drugs, forcing Indian pharma giants to boost US investments and secure market access.

27 Jul, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Public Distribution System

To understand closing of the Strait, follow the cook, Pg13

Global conflict in Strait of Hormuz sparks LPG crisis, revealing stark class divide and precarity of India's urban migrant workforce.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Urbanization, Problems and Remedies Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Public Distribution System

27 Jul, 2026

To understand closing of the Strait, follow the cook, Pg13

Global conflict in Strait of Hormuz sparks LPG crisis, revealing stark class divide and precarity of India's urban migrant workforce.

27 Jul, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Rising rupee, new Trump tariffs — track the headwinds, Pg12

Surging crude oil, weakening rupee, US tariffs, and inflation mount severe economic headwinds for India.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

27 Jul, 2026

Rising rupee, new Trump tariffs — track the headwinds, Pg12

Surging crude oil, weakening rupee, US tariffs, and inflation mount severe economic headwinds for India.

27 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Diaspora

Another ship with 4 Indians targeted at Ukraine port, MEA issues advisory, Pg3

Another Indian-crewed ship attacked at Ukraine's Odesa port, two missing; MEA issues urgent advisory for Black Sea conflict zone.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Diaspora

27 Jul, 2026

Another ship with 4 Indians targeted at Ukraine port, MEA issues advisory, Pg3

Another Indian-crewed ship attacked at Ukraine's Odesa port, two missing; MEA issues urgent advisory for Black Sea conflict zone.

27 Jul, 2026

International Relations

U.S. fast-tracks Act for 100% tariffs on trade partners of Russia, Pg1

U.S. fast-tracks Act for 100% tariffs on trade partners of Russia, Pg1

U.S. And Iran Resume Fighting In West Asia, Pg1

U.S. And Iran Resume Fighting In West Asia, Pg1

Houthis, under IRGC guidance, planning to impose fees for Red Sea transit: Yemen, Pg14

Houthis, under IRGC guidance, planning to impose fees for Red Sea transit: Yemen, Pg14

West Bank violence ‘only getting worse’, says UN, Pg14

West Bank violence ‘only getting worse’, says UN, Pg14

Behind China’s AI gift, a constraint, Pg8

Behind China’s AI gift, a constraint, Pg8

India’s refusal to uphold a global gig work law, Pg7

India’s refusal to uphold a global gig work law, Pg7

Ten years and 7 PMs later, did Brexit make a difference?, Pg7

Ten years and 7 PMs later, did Brexit make a difference?, Pg7

India’s theatre reform needs a readiness framework, Pg6

India’s theatre reform needs a readiness framework, Pg6

DAANVEER Initiative Launched; To Boost Digital Infrastructure Across India's Gram Panchayats

DAANVEER Initiative Launched; To Boost Digital Infrastructure Across India's Gram Panchayats

Cross-Border Narcotics Trafficking and Border Security

Cross-Border Narcotics Trafficking and Border Security

India Strengthens Global Digital Cooperation Through Digital Public Infrastructure Partnerships With 24 Countries

India Strengthens Global Digital Cooperation Through Digital Public Infrastructure Partnerships With 24 Countries

Cosmetic electoral exercise by Pak to camouflage illegal occupation: India, Pg10

Cosmetic electoral exercise by Pak to camouflage illegal occupation: India, Pg10

India, Bangladesh must not just renew Ganga Treaty. They should reimagine it, Pg11

India, Bangladesh must not just renew Ganga Treaty. They should reimagine it, Pg11

Syria to seek joint security agreement with Israel: al-Sharaa, Pg16

Syria to seek joint security agreement with Israel: al-Sharaa, Pg16

US pauses attacks for 2nd straight day, Iran does too, Pg16

US pauses attacks for 2nd straight day, Iran does too, Pg16

CBDT issues crypto asset reporting note aligned with OECD framework, Pg15

CBDT issues crypto asset reporting note aligned with OECD framework, Pg15

Trump's tariff threat on generics: Why it matters for Indian pharma firms, Pg15

Trump's tariff threat on generics: Why it matters for Indian pharma firms, Pg15

To understand closing of the Strait, follow the cook, Pg13

To understand closing of the Strait, follow the cook, Pg13

Rising rupee, new Trump tariffs — track the headwinds, Pg12

Rising rupee, new Trump tariffs — track the headwinds, Pg12

Another ship with 4 Indians targeted at Ukraine port, MEA issues advisory, Pg3

Another ship with 4 Indians targeted at Ukraine port, MEA issues advisory, Pg3

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