International Relations Current Affairs for UPSC

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

Iran says it is halting ‘retaliatory strikes’ on U.S., Pg1

Iran halts retaliatory strikes on US, but escalating Strait of Hormuz tensions persist with mine claims and joint administration talks with Oman.

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

27 Jul, 2026

Iran says it is halting ‘retaliatory strikes’ on U.S., Pg1

Iran halts retaliatory strikes on US, but escalating Strait of Hormuz tensions persist with mine claims and joint administration talks with Oman.

27 Jul, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Diaspora

Centre warns Indian seafarers about jobs in ‘volatile’ Black Sea, Pg1

MEA warns Indian seafarers of escalating Black Sea risks after missile attacks kill five, urges caution amidst Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Diaspora

27 Jul, 2026

Centre warns Indian seafarers about jobs in ‘volatile’ Black Sea, Pg1

MEA warns Indian seafarers of escalating Black Sea risks after missile attacks kill five, urges caution amidst Russia-Ukraine conflict.

27 Jul, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Role of External State and Non State Actors Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Dialogue with Pak. will only be on PoK: Rajnath, Pg10

Rajnath Singh declares dialogue with Pakistan solely on PoK, contrasting India's innovation with Pakistan's terror promotion, while boosting 65% defence indigenization.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Role of External State and Non State Actors Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

27 Jul, 2026

Dialogue with Pak. will only be on PoK: Rajnath, Pg10

Rajnath Singh declares dialogue with Pakistan solely on PoK, contrasting India's innovation with Pakistan's terror promotion, while boosting 65% defence indigenization.

27 Jul, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Science and Technology in Everyday Life IT and Computers

Why is China’s AI push gaining ground?, Pg8

China's Kimi K3 and open-source AI models challenge US dominance, leveraging abundant electricity and government support despite GPU curbs, intensifying the global tech race.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Science and Technology in Everyday Life IT and Computers

27 Jul, 2026

Why is China’s AI push gaining ground?, Pg8

China's Kimi K3 and open-source AI models challenge US dominance, leveraging abundant electricity and government support despite GPU curbs, intensifying the global tech race.

27 Jul, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Do not surrender to China, do not depend on the U.S., Pg6

India urged to forge strategic autonomy, resisting economic surrender to hostile China and over-reliance on unpredictable US, post-Galwan.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

27 Jul, 2026

Do not surrender to China, do not depend on the U.S., Pg6

India urged to forge strategic autonomy, resisting economic surrender to hostile China and over-reliance on unpredictable US, post-Galwan.

27 Jul, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Role of External State and Non State Actors Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Op Sindoor is proof of India’s capability to respond decisively to Pakistan’s every misadventure: Raksha Mantri in Dras on 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh warns Pakistan on Kargil Vijay Diwas, citing 'Op Sindoor' as proof of India's decisive response to terror and boosting defence indigenization.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Role of External State and Non State Actors Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

27 Jul, 2026

Op Sindoor is proof of India’s capability to respond decisively to Pakistan’s every misadventure: Raksha Mantri in Dras on 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh warns Pakistan on Kargil Vijay Diwas, citing 'Op Sindoor' as proof of India's decisive response to terror and boosting defence indigenization.

27 Jul, 2026

Architecture Modern History Significant Events, Personalities and Issues Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

28 years on tentative list, Sarnath now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Pg2

Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon, achieves UNESCO World Heritage status, becoming India's 45th site after 28-year wait.

Architecture Modern History Significant Events, Personalities and Issues Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

26 Jul, 2026

28 years on tentative list, Sarnath now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Pg2

Sarnath, where Buddha delivered his first sermon, achieves UNESCO World Heritage status, becoming India's 45th site after 28-year wait.

26 Jul, 2026

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

Govt: 45% of exports to US outside purview of additional 10% tariffs, Pg13

India secures lower 10% US tariffs on 55% of exports by banning forced labor goods, gaining advantage over rivals like China and Vietnam.

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

26 Jul, 2026

Govt: 45% of exports to US outside purview of additional 10% tariffs, Pg13

India secures lower 10% US tariffs on 55% of exports by banning forced labor goods, gaining advantage over rivals like China and Vietnam.

26 Jul, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Small US businesses mount 1st challenge to Sec 301 tariffs, Pg13

US small businesses launch first legal challenge against USTR's Section 301 tariffs, impacting 99.4% of imports and India, citing unconstitutional power delegation.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

26 Jul, 2026

Small US businesses mount 1st challenge to Sec 301 tariffs, Pg13

US small businesses launch first legal challenge against USTR's Section 301 tariffs, impacting 99.4% of imports and India, citing unconstitutional power delegation.

26 Jul, 2026

Poverty and Developmental Issues Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

First Syria visit by UN chief in 17 yrs: Guterres pledges help to reconstruct, Pg12

UN Secretary-General Guterres pledges reconstruction aid during historic first visit to post-civil war Syria in 17 years, meeting President Sharaa.

Poverty and Developmental Issues Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

26 Jul, 2026

First Syria visit by UN chief in 17 yrs: Guterres pledges help to reconstruct, Pg12

UN Secretary-General Guterres pledges reconstruction aid during historic first visit to post-civil war Syria in 17 years, meeting President Sharaa.

26 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.

Houthis fire on Saudi oil sites; no US strike on Iran 1st time in 2 weeks, Pg12

Houthi militants launch missile attacks on Saudi oil installations in Yanbu and Jizan, escalating Red Sea tensions as US halts Iran strikes.

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.

26 Jul, 2026

Houthis fire on Saudi oil sites; no US strike on Iran 1st time in 2 weeks, Pg12

Houthi militants launch missile attacks on Saudi oil installations in Yanbu and Jizan, escalating Red Sea tensions as US halts Iran strikes.

26 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 Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

A 'golden' fix for India's forex stress?, Pg11

Amid West Asia crisis, India explores voluntary gold disclosure scheme to unlock private gold, curb imports, and bolster forex reserves.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

26 Jul, 2026

A 'golden' fix for India's forex stress?, Pg11

Amid West Asia crisis, India explores voluntary gold disclosure scheme to unlock private gold, curb imports, and bolster forex reserves.

26 Jul, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Diaspora

Bill in U.S. Senate seeks three-year pause on H-1B visas, codify $100K fee, Pg16

US Senator pushes "End H-1B Abuse Act," proposing a three-year visa pause and $100,000 fee, impacting Indian tech workers.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Diaspora

26 Jul, 2026

Bill in U.S. Senate seeks three-year pause on H-1B visas, codify $100K fee, Pg16

US Senator pushes "End H-1B Abuse Act," proposing a three-year visa pause and $100,000 fee, impacting Indian tech workers.

26 Jul, 2026

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

Venezuela notifies United Nations of pull-out from ICC, alleging ‘bias’, Pg16

Venezuela formally notifies UN of its "irrevocable" withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, alleging "geographical bias" against Global South nations.

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Ethical Issues in International Relations and Funding

26 Jul, 2026

Venezuela notifies United Nations of pull-out from ICC, alleging ‘bias’, Pg16

Venezuela formally notifies UN of its "irrevocable" withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, alleging "geographical bias" against Global South nations.

26 Jul, 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

U.S.’s new 10% tariffs will not affect 45% of exports: Centre, Pg1

US imposes 10% tariffs on Indian goods over forced labor; Centre confirms 45% of exports remain exempt, pursuing bilateral trade agreement.

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

26 Jul, 2026

U.S.’s new 10% tariffs will not affect 45% of exports: Centre, Pg1

US imposes 10% tariffs on Indian goods over forced labor; Centre confirms 45% of exports remain exempt, pursuing bilateral trade agreement.

26 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.

Houthis fire missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia in response to strikes, Pg16

Houthis launch missile and drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities in Yanbu and Jizan, escalating Red Sea tensions and threatening global shipping routes.

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.

26 Jul, 2026

Houthis fire missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia in response to strikes, Pg16

Houthis launch missile and drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities in Yanbu and Jizan, escalating Red Sea tensions and threatening global shipping routes.

26 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.

What is the Saudi-U.S. nuclear deal about?, Pg14

US-Saudi civil nuclear deal ignites proliferation debate, tied to Abraham Accords, impacting Iran and regional stability.

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.

26 Jul, 2026

What is the Saudi-U.S. nuclear deal about?, Pg14

US-Saudi civil nuclear deal ignites proliferation debate, tied to Abraham Accords, impacting Iran and regional stability.

26 Jul, 2026

Art Forms Architecture Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Sarnath added to UNESCO Heritage List, Pg9

India's ancient Buddhist site Sarnath officially joins UNESCO World Heritage List at 48th Busan session, marking nation's 45th global heritage recognition.

Art Forms Architecture Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

26 Jul, 2026

Sarnath added to UNESCO Heritage List, Pg9

India's ancient Buddhist site Sarnath officially joins UNESCO World Heritage List at 48th Busan session, marking nation's 45th global heritage recognition.

26 Jul, 2026

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

“Ancient Buddhist Site of Sarnath” Inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List

Ancient Buddhist Site of Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh secures UNESCO World Heritage status, becoming India's 45th property, boosting cultural diplomacy and heritage conservation.

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

26 Jul, 2026

“Ancient Buddhist Site of Sarnath” Inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List

Ancient Buddhist Site of Sarnath in Uttar Pradesh secures UNESCO World Heritage status, becoming India's 45th property, boosting cultural diplomacy and heritage conservation.

26 Jul, 2026

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

Final US Section 301 Measures on Forced Labour: India Placed in Lower Tariff Tier at 10%

US imposes 10% Section 301 tariffs on 55% of Indian exports over forced labor concerns, impacting key sectors.

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

26 Jul, 2026

Final US Section 301 Measures on Forced Labour: India Placed in Lower Tariff Tier at 10%

US imposes 10% Section 301 tariffs on 55% of Indian exports over forced labor concerns, impacting key sectors.

26 Jul, 2026

International Relations

Iran says it is halting ‘retaliatory strikes’ on U.S., Pg1

Iran says it is halting ‘retaliatory strikes’ on U.S., Pg1

Centre warns Indian seafarers about jobs in ‘volatile’ Black Sea, Pg1

Centre warns Indian seafarers about jobs in ‘volatile’ Black Sea, Pg1

Dialogue with Pak. will only be on PoK: Rajnath, Pg10

Dialogue with Pak. will only be on PoK: Rajnath, Pg10

Why is China’s AI push gaining ground?, Pg8

Why is China’s AI push gaining ground?, Pg8

Do not surrender to China, do not depend on the U.S., Pg6

Do not surrender to China, do not depend on the U.S., Pg6

Op Sindoor is proof of India’s capability to respond decisively to Pakistan’s every misadventure: Raksha Mantri in Dras on 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas

Op Sindoor is proof of India’s capability to respond decisively to Pakistan’s every misadventure: Raksha Mantri in Dras on 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas

28 years on tentative list, Sarnath now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Pg2

28 years on tentative list, Sarnath now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Pg2

Govt: 45% of exports to US outside purview of additional 10% tariffs, Pg13

Govt: 45% of exports to US outside purview of additional 10% tariffs, Pg13

Small US businesses mount 1st challenge to Sec 301 tariffs, Pg13

Small US businesses mount 1st challenge to Sec 301 tariffs, Pg13

First Syria visit by UN chief in 17 yrs: Guterres pledges help to reconstruct, Pg12

First Syria visit by UN chief in 17 yrs: Guterres pledges help to reconstruct, Pg12

Houthis fire on Saudi oil sites; no US strike on Iran 1st time in 2 weeks, Pg12

Houthis fire on Saudi oil sites; no US strike on Iran 1st time in 2 weeks, Pg12

A 'golden' fix for India's forex stress?, Pg11

A 'golden' fix for India's forex stress?, Pg11

Bill in U.S. Senate seeks three-year pause on H-1B visas, codify $100K fee, Pg16

Bill in U.S. Senate seeks three-year pause on H-1B visas, codify $100K fee, Pg16

Venezuela notifies United Nations of pull-out from ICC, alleging ‘bias’, Pg16

Venezuela notifies United Nations of pull-out from ICC, alleging ‘bias’, Pg16

U.S.’s new 10% tariffs will not affect 45% of exports: Centre, Pg1

U.S.’s new 10% tariffs will not affect 45% of exports: Centre, Pg1

Houthis fire missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia in response to strikes, Pg16

Houthis fire missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia in response to strikes, Pg16

What is the Saudi-U.S. nuclear deal about?, Pg14

What is the Saudi-U.S. nuclear deal about?, Pg14

Sarnath added to UNESCO Heritage List, Pg9

Sarnath added to UNESCO Heritage List, Pg9

“Ancient Buddhist Site of Sarnath” Inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List

“Ancient Buddhist Site of Sarnath” Inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List

Final US Section 301 Measures on Forced Labour: India Placed in Lower Tariff Tier at 10%

Final US Section 301 Measures on Forced Labour: India Placed in Lower Tariff Tier at 10%

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