International Relations Current Affairs for UPSC

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

First op use of IRBMs by Tehran, way beyond West Asia theatre of war, Pg1

Iran's IRBM test targeting Diego Garcia signals expanded military capabilities and heightened tensions in the Indian Ocean region.

Salient Features of World's Physical Geography Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

22 Mar, 2026

First op use of IRBMs by Tehran, way beyond West Asia theatre of war, Pg1

Iran's IRBM test targeting Diego Garcia signals expanded military capabilities and heightened tensions in the Indian Ocean region.

22 Mar, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Iran fires two long-range missiles at Diego Garcia, says its Natanz n-site hit, Pg1

Iran-Israel conflict escalates as Iran targets Diego Garcia with missiles; US considers winding down military operations amid rising global energy concerns.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

22 Mar, 2026

Iran fires two long-range missiles at Diego Garcia, says its Natanz n-site hit, Pg1

Iran-Israel conflict escalates as Iran targets Diego Garcia with missiles; US considers winding down military operations amid rising global energy concerns.

22 Mar, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Iran steps up attacks on Israel, Gulf energy sites, Pg1

Iran escalates regional conflict by attacking Israel, Gulf energy sites amidst ongoing strikes, threatening global oil supply and regional stability.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

21 Mar, 2026

Iran steps up attacks on Israel, Gulf energy sites, Pg1

Iran escalates regional conflict by attacking Israel, Gulf energy sites amidst ongoing strikes, threatening global oil supply and regional stability.

21 Mar, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

India’s Iran stance does fuel a foreign policy debate, Pg8

India's stance on the Iran war sparks debate over foreign policy, strategic autonomy, and national interest alignment.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

21 Mar, 2026

India’s Iran stance does fuel a foreign policy debate, Pg8

India's stance on the Iran war sparks debate over foreign policy, strategic autonomy, and national interest alignment.

21 Mar, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

India-China border trade via Lipulekh Pass to resume after 6 years, Pg2

India and China to resume border trade via Lipulekh Pass after six years suspension due to pandemic.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

21 Mar, 2026

India-China border trade via Lipulekh Pass to resume after 6 years, Pg2

India and China to resume border trade via Lipulekh Pass after six years suspension due to pandemic.

21 Mar, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

NTPC looking at imported PWR tech for its nuclear fleet, in talks with players in France, Russia & US, Pg17

NTPC explores imported PWR technology from France, Russia, and US for its nuclear fleet expansion to 30 GWe by 2047.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

21 Mar, 2026

NTPC looking at imported PWR tech for its nuclear fleet, in talks with players in France, Russia & US, Pg17

NTPC explores imported PWR technology from France, Russia, and US for its nuclear fleet expansion to 30 GWe by 2047.

21 Mar, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Iran's strikes on Qatar's mega LNG facility may hit some Indian supplies, Pg17

Iranian strikes on Qatar's LNG facility threatens Indian supplies, potentially disrupting 41% of LNG imports and impacting key industries.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

21 Mar, 2026

Iran's strikes on Qatar's mega LNG facility may hit some Indian supplies, Pg17

Iranian strikes on Qatar's LNG facility threatens Indian supplies, potentially disrupting 41% of LNG imports and impacting key industries.

21 Mar, 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

Oil spike will fuel inflation. So why have US and EU central banks not raised rates?, Pg15

US Fed and ECB hold rates amidst West Asia conflict, balancing inflation risks with recession fears amid economic uncertainty.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

21 Mar, 2026

Oil spike will fuel inflation. So why have US and EU central banks not raised rates?, Pg15

US Fed and ECB hold rates amidst West Asia conflict, balancing inflation risks with recession fears amid economic uncertainty.

21 Mar, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Role of External State and Non State Actors Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

Iran now unable to enrich uranium, says Netanyahu; US looks at control of Kharg, Pg1

Tensions escalate as US boosts Middle East military presence amid Iran's nuclear claims and regional conflicts involving Ukraine and Hezbollah.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Role of External State and Non State Actors Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism

21 Mar, 2026

Iran now unable to enrich uranium, says Netanyahu; US looks at control of Kharg, Pg1

Tensions escalate as US boosts Middle East military presence amid Iran's nuclear claims and regional conflicts involving Ukraine and Hezbollah.

21 Mar, 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

Premium petrol price hiked by Rs 2 a litre, bulk diesel up Rs 22 (No change in regular petrol, diesel rates), Pg1

West Asia conflict triggers premium petrol hike by Rs 2, bulk diesel by Rs 22, rupee hits record low of 93.77.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

21 Mar, 2026

Premium petrol price hiked by Rs 2 a litre, bulk diesel up Rs 22 (No change in regular petrol, diesel rates), Pg1

West Asia conflict triggers premium petrol hike by Rs 2, bulk diesel by Rs 22, rupee hits record low of 93.77.

21 Mar, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Oil, power, and politics of disruption, Pg14

Geopolitical tensions disrupt global oil flow as Strait of Hormuz closure impacts prices; Russia emerges as key supplier for India.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

20 Mar, 2026

Oil, power, and politics of disruption, Pg14

Geopolitical tensions disrupt global oil flow as Strait of Hormuz closure impacts prices; Russia emerges as key supplier for India.

20 Mar, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

FTA negotiations with Israel, GCC countries may be delayed, Pg1

West Asia conflict delays India's FTA negotiations with GCC countries and Israel; UK FTA implementation expected by May 1.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

20 Mar, 2026

FTA negotiations with Israel, GCC countries may be delayed, Pg1

West Asia conflict delays India's FTA negotiations with GCC countries and Israel; UK FTA implementation expected by May 1.

20 Mar, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Buffer Stocks and Food Security

India to extend Myanmar pulse deal for 5 yrs to secure supplies amid global supply chain shocks, Pg6

India extends Myanmar pulse import deal for 5 years, securing vital supplies amidst global disruptions and domestic production concerns.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems Buffer Stocks and Food Security

20 Mar, 2026

India to extend Myanmar pulse deal for 5 yrs to secure supplies amid global supply chain shocks, Pg6

India extends Myanmar pulse import deal for 5 years, securing vital supplies amidst global disruptions and domestic production concerns.

20 Mar, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

To give relief to exporters, govt floats Rs 497-cr scheme, Pg6

Government unveils ₹497-crore 'RELIEF' scheme aiding exporters facing West Asia crisis-induced logistical disruptions and rising freight costs.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

20 Mar, 2026

To give relief to exporters, govt floats Rs 497-cr scheme, Pg6

Government unveils ₹497-crore 'RELIEF' scheme aiding exporters facing West Asia crisis-induced logistical disruptions and rising freight costs.

20 Mar, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Hosting World Indoor C'ships a stepping stone to Olympic dream, Pg18

India strengthens Olympic bid as Bhubaneswar secures 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships hosting rights, enhancing credentials for 2036 Summer Games.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

20 Mar, 2026

Hosting World Indoor C'ships a stepping stone to Olympic dream, Pg18

India strengthens Olympic bid as Bhubaneswar secures 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships hosting rights, enhancing credentials for 2036 Summer Games.

20 Mar, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Govt secures additional gas for urea plants, Pg14

Government secures 7.31 mmscmd of additional natural gas via spot bid to boost urea production amid West Asia crisis.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

20 Mar, 2026

Govt secures additional gas for urea plants, Pg14

Government secures 7.31 mmscmd of additional natural gas via spot bid to boost urea production amid West Asia crisis.

20 Mar, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

EU likely to complete FTA ratification by November, Pg14

India-EU FTA ratification likely by November; India-UK CETA operational by April-end, boosting trade relations and economic cooperation.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

20 Mar, 2026

EU likely to complete FTA ratification by November, Pg14

India-EU FTA ratification likely by November; India-UK CETA operational by April-end, boosting trade relations and economic cooperation.

20 Mar, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Panic bookings of LPG cylinders ebb, ease to nearly pre-war levels, Pg14

LPG cylinder panic bookings decline amidst West Asia conflict; Govt. manages supply through prioritized allocation and increased domestic production.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

20 Mar, 2026

Panic bookings of LPG cylinders ebb, ease to nearly pre-war levels, Pg14

LPG cylinder panic bookings decline amidst West Asia conflict; Govt. manages supply through prioritized allocation and increased domestic production.

20 Mar, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

The lessons of past oil crises have not been fully learnt, Pg12

India's energy vulnerability exposed: Analysis of past oil crises reveals import dependence and need for energy atmanirbharta through conservation.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

20 Mar, 2026

The lessons of past oil crises have not been fully learnt, Pg12

India's energy vulnerability exposed: Analysis of past oil crises reveals import dependence and need for energy atmanirbharta through conservation.

20 Mar, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Iran strikes Gulf energy facilities, shock waves hit global economy, Pg1

Iran's Gulf energy facility strikes trigger global economic turmoil, fuel price surge, and threaten LNG supplies to Europe and Asia.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

20 Mar, 2026

Iran strikes Gulf energy facilities, shock waves hit global economy, Pg1

Iran's Gulf energy facility strikes trigger global economic turmoil, fuel price surge, and threaten LNG supplies to Europe and Asia.

20 Mar, 2026

International Relations

First op use of IRBMs by Tehran, way beyond West Asia theatre of war, Pg1

First op use of IRBMs by Tehran, way beyond West Asia theatre of war, Pg1

Iran fires two long-range missiles at Diego Garcia, says its Natanz n-site hit, Pg1

Iran fires two long-range missiles at Diego Garcia, says its Natanz n-site hit, Pg1

Iran steps up attacks on Israel, Gulf energy sites, Pg1

Iran steps up attacks on Israel, Gulf energy sites, Pg1

India’s Iran stance does fuel a foreign policy debate, Pg8

India’s Iran stance does fuel a foreign policy debate, Pg8

India-China border trade via Lipulekh Pass to resume after 6 years, Pg2

India-China border trade via Lipulekh Pass to resume after 6 years, Pg2

NTPC looking at imported PWR tech for its nuclear fleet, in talks with players in France, Russia & US, Pg17

NTPC looking at imported PWR tech for its nuclear fleet, in talks with players in France, Russia & US, Pg17

Iran's strikes on Qatar's mega LNG facility may hit some Indian supplies, Pg17

Iran's strikes on Qatar's mega LNG facility may hit some Indian supplies, Pg17

Oil spike will fuel inflation. So why have US and EU central banks not raised rates?, Pg15

Oil spike will fuel inflation. So why have US and EU central banks not raised rates?, Pg15

Iran now unable to enrich uranium, says Netanyahu; US looks at control of Kharg, Pg1

Iran now unable to enrich uranium, says Netanyahu; US looks at control of Kharg, Pg1

Premium petrol price hiked by Rs 2 a litre, bulk diesel up Rs 22 (No change in regular petrol, diesel rates), Pg1

Premium petrol price hiked by Rs 2 a litre, bulk diesel up Rs 22 (No change in regular petrol, diesel rates), Pg1

Oil, power, and politics of disruption, Pg14

Oil, power, and politics of disruption, Pg14

FTA negotiations with Israel, GCC countries may be delayed, Pg1

FTA negotiations with Israel, GCC countries may be delayed, Pg1

India to extend Myanmar pulse deal for 5 yrs to secure supplies amid global supply chain shocks, Pg6

India to extend Myanmar pulse deal for 5 yrs to secure supplies amid global supply chain shocks, Pg6

To give relief to exporters, govt floats Rs 497-cr scheme, Pg6

To give relief to exporters, govt floats Rs 497-cr scheme, Pg6

Hosting World Indoor C'ships a stepping stone to Olympic dream, Pg18

Hosting World Indoor C'ships a stepping stone to Olympic dream, Pg18

Govt secures additional gas for urea plants, Pg14

Govt secures additional gas for urea plants, Pg14

EU likely to complete FTA ratification by November, Pg14

EU likely to complete FTA ratification by November, Pg14

Panic bookings of LPG cylinders ebb, ease to nearly pre-war levels, Pg14

Panic bookings of LPG cylinders ebb, ease to nearly pre-war levels, Pg14

The lessons of past oil crises have not been fully learnt, Pg12

The lessons of past oil crises have not been fully learnt, Pg12

Iran strikes Gulf energy facilities, shock waves hit global economy, Pg1

Iran strikes Gulf energy facilities, shock waves hit global economy, Pg1

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