International Relations Current Affairs for UPSC

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Role of External State and Non State Actors Money Laundering and its Prevention

Hoisting Russian flags and seeking protection, ‘shadow fleet’ edges into the light, Pg14

Sanctioned oil tankers increasingly seek Russian flags for protection amidst rising enforcement, escalating geopolitical tensions and risking retaliation.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Role of External State and Non State Actors Money Laundering and its Prevention

9 Jan, 2026

Hoisting Russian flags and seeking protection, ‘shadow fleet’ edges into the light, Pg14

Sanctioned oil tankers increasingly seek Russian flags for protection amidst rising enforcement, escalating geopolitical tensions and risking retaliation.

9 Jan, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Despite patchy record, US climate exit will still pinch, Pg17

US exits UNFCCC, IPCC, ISA, and IRENA, jeopardizing climate goals and ceding leadership to China.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

9 Jan, 2026

Despite patchy record, US climate exit will still pinch, Pg17

US exits UNFCCC, IPCC, ISA, and IRENA, jeopardizing climate goals and ceding leadership to China.

9 Jan, 2026

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

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia in talks to convert $2bn loans into JF-17 jet deal, Pg14

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia negotiate $2 billion loan conversion into JF-17 fighter jet deal, enhancing military cooperation amid financial challenges.

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

9 Jan, 2026

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia in talks to convert $2bn loans into JF-17 jet deal, Pg14

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia negotiate $2 billion loan conversion into JF-17 fighter jet deal, enhancing military cooperation amid financial challenges.

9 Jan, 2026

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

Trump greenlights Bill proposing 500% tariff over Russia oil trade, Pg1

US considers 500% tariff on nations buying Russian oil, potentially impacting India's trade relations and diversification efforts.

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

9 Jan, 2026

Trump greenlights Bill proposing 500% tariff over Russia oil trade, Pg1

US considers 500% tariff on nations buying Russian oil, potentially impacting India's trade relations and diversification efforts.

9 Jan, 2026

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

Countries spending more on 'instruments of war than on investments in peace': UN, Pg13

UN warns rising military spending jeopardizes social programs amid US military budget surge, while forecasting India's growth at 6.6% for 2026.

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

9 Jan, 2026

Countries spending more on 'instruments of war than on investments in peace': UN, Pg13

UN warns rising military spending jeopardizes social programs amid US military budget surge, while forecasting India's growth at 6.6% for 2026.

9 Jan, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

And pulls US out of 66 global bodies, opening door for China, Pg1

US exits 66 global bodies, opening doors for China; India reconsiders restrictions on Chinese firms for government contracts.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

9 Jan, 2026

And pulls US out of 66 global bodies, opening door for China, Pg1

US exits 66 global bodies, opening doors for China; India reconsiders restrictions on Chinese firms for government contracts.

9 Jan, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Diaspora

Youth leadership is key to Viksit Bharat, Pg7

Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue empowers youth to shape India's future, engaging 50 lakh in nationwide discussions for Viksit Bharat 2047.

Population and Associated Issues Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Diaspora

8 Jan, 2026

Youth leadership is key to Viksit Bharat, Pg7

Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue empowers youth to shape India's future, engaging 50 lakh in nationwide discussions for Viksit Bharat 2047.

8 Jan, 2026

Representation of the People's Act Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Science and Technology in Everyday Life

AI in elections, electoral roll purity on table at EC global meet, Pg5

Election Commission to host global meet focusing on electoral roll purity, AI integration, and future of democracy.

Representation of the People's Act Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Science and Technology in Everyday Life

8 Jan, 2026

AI in elections, electoral roll purity on table at EC global meet, Pg5

Election Commission to host global meet focusing on electoral roll purity, AI integration, and future of democracy.

8 Jan, 2026

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

Why silver prices surfed a 160% wave in 2025, Pg10

Silver prices skyrocket 160% in 2025 amid supply shortages, US tariffs, and growing industrial demand from AI and green sectors.

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

8 Jan, 2026

Why silver prices surfed a 160% wave in 2025, Pg10

Silver prices skyrocket 160% in 2025 amid supply shortages, US tariffs, and growing industrial demand from AI and green sectors.

8 Jan, 2026

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

UNITED NATIONS to release 'World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026' report which will present global and regional economic outlooks for the year ahead., Pg1

UN's 'World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026' report to unveil global, regional economic forecasts, offering insights into upcoming economic trends.

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

8 Jan, 2026

UNITED NATIONS to release 'World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026' report which will present global and regional economic outlooks for the year ahead., Pg1

UN's 'World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026' report to unveil global, regional economic forecasts, offering insights into upcoming economic trends.

8 Jan, 2026

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

Indian Embassy hired Trump aide’s firm for talks on trade, bilateral ties during Operation Sindoor, Pg1

Indian Embassy hired Trump aide's firm for US outreach during 'Operation Sindoor' to manage media coverage and bilateral ties.

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

7 Jan, 2026

Indian Embassy hired Trump aide’s firm for talks on trade, bilateral ties during Operation Sindoor, Pg1

Indian Embassy hired Trump aide's firm for US outreach during 'Operation Sindoor' to manage media coverage and bilateral ties.

7 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Not just forests: why grasslands also belong in national climate plans, PgII

UN report highlights grasslands' crucial role in climate action, urging inclusion in national climate plans and integrated ecosystem management.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

7 Jan, 2026

Not just forests: why grasslands also belong in national climate plans, PgII

UN report highlights grasslands' crucial role in climate action, urging inclusion in national climate plans and integrated ecosystem management.

7 Jan, 2026

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

Data shows Venezuela’s pivot from the U.S. to China, Pg9

Venezuela pivots towards China: U.S. influence wanes amid rising Chinese investments, trade, and arms deals, reshaping geopolitical dynamics.

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

7 Jan, 2026

Data shows Venezuela’s pivot from the U.S. to China, Pg9

Venezuela pivots towards China: U.S. influence wanes amid rising Chinese investments, trade, and arms deals, reshaping geopolitical dynamics.

7 Jan, 2026

Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and Socialism Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

At a crossroads, Pg8

Iran grapples with widespread protests amid economic woes and external pressures, raising concerns over regional stability and international intervention.

Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and Socialism Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

7 Jan, 2026

At a crossroads, Pg8

Iran grapples with widespread protests amid economic woes and external pressures, raising concerns over regional stability and international intervention.

7 Jan, 2026

Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and Socialism Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

America’s Venezuelan actions are most unlawful, Pg8

U.S. actions against Venezuela violate international law, including the UN Charter and head of state immunity.

Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and Socialism Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

7 Jan, 2026

America’s Venezuelan actions are most unlawful, Pg8

U.S. actions against Venezuela violate international law, including the UN Charter and head of state immunity.

7 Jan, 2026

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Dangerous paradigm, Pg8

Trump's Venezuela intervention signals aggressive neo-imperialism, threatening Colombia, Mexico, Cuba, and Iran, risking global instability and emboldening unilateral military actions.

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

7 Jan, 2026

Dangerous paradigm, Pg8

Trump's Venezuela intervention signals aggressive neo-imperialism, threatening Colombia, Mexico, Cuba, and Iran, risking global instability and emboldening unilateral military actions.

7 Jan, 2026

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

Green nod validity extension sought for Ratle hydro project, Pg9

Ratle Hydroelectric Project seeks extension on environmental clearance amid delays, Indus Water Treaty concerns, and ongoing litigation.

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

7 Jan, 2026

Green nod validity extension sought for Ratle hydro project, Pg9

Ratle Hydroelectric Project seeks extension on environmental clearance amid delays, Indus Water Treaty concerns, and ongoing litigation.

7 Jan, 2026

Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations India and its Neighbourhood Relations Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

As Op Sindoor paused, India activated lobbyists to reach out to Trump admin, Pg7

India leveraged lobbyists to engage with Trump administration amidst Operation Sindoor, focusing on trade negotiations and diplomatic outreach.

Pressure Groups and Formal or Informal Associations India and its Neighbourhood Relations Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

7 Jan, 2026

As Op Sindoor paused, India activated lobbyists to reach out to Trump admin, Pg7

India leveraged lobbyists to engage with Trump administration amidst Operation Sindoor, focusing on trade negotiations and diplomatic outreach.

7 Jan, 2026

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

India's trade deficit with FTA countries widening: Niti Aayog, Pg15

NITI Aayog reveals India's trade deficit with FTA partners surged 59.2% amid rising imports and declining exports.

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

7 Jan, 2026

India's trade deficit with FTA countries widening: Niti Aayog, Pg15

NITI Aayog reveals India's trade deficit with FTA partners surged 59.2% amid rising imports and declining exports.

7 Jan, 2026

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

'The Chinese are using ambiguity on the LAC and unsettled borders as a pressure point against us' (FORMER INDIAN AMBASSADOR TO CHINA UNPACKS THE COMPLEX BOUNDARY DISPUTE), Pg13

Ex-Ambassador unveils China's LAC ambiguity strategy, pressuring India with unsettled borders and Arunachal claims, risking renewed conflict.

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

7 Jan, 2026

'The Chinese are using ambiguity on the LAC and unsettled borders as a pressure point against us' (FORMER INDIAN AMBASSADOR TO CHINA UNPACKS THE COMPLEX BOUNDARY DISPUTE), Pg13

Ex-Ambassador unveils China's LAC ambiguity strategy, pressuring India with unsettled borders and Arunachal claims, risking renewed conflict.

7 Jan, 2026

International Relations

Hoisting Russian flags and seeking protection, ‘shadow fleet’ edges into the light, Pg14

Hoisting Russian flags and seeking protection, ‘shadow fleet’ edges into the light, Pg14

Despite patchy record, US climate exit will still pinch, Pg17

Despite patchy record, US climate exit will still pinch, Pg17

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia in talks to convert $2bn loans into JF-17 jet deal, Pg14

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia in talks to convert $2bn loans into JF-17 jet deal, Pg14

Trump greenlights Bill proposing 500% tariff over Russia oil trade, Pg1

Trump greenlights Bill proposing 500% tariff over Russia oil trade, Pg1

Countries spending more on 'instruments of war than on investments in peace': UN, Pg13

Countries spending more on 'instruments of war than on investments in peace': UN, Pg13

And pulls US out of 66 global bodies, opening door for China, Pg1

And pulls US out of 66 global bodies, opening door for China, Pg1

Youth leadership is key to Viksit Bharat, Pg7

Youth leadership is key to Viksit Bharat, Pg7

AI in elections, electoral roll purity on table at EC global meet, Pg5

AI in elections, electoral roll purity on table at EC global meet, Pg5

Why silver prices surfed a 160% wave in 2025, Pg10

Why silver prices surfed a 160% wave in 2025, Pg10

UNITED NATIONS to release 'World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026' report which will present global and regional economic outlooks for the year ahead., Pg1

UNITED NATIONS to release 'World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026' report which will present global and regional economic outlooks for the year ahead., Pg1

Indian Embassy hired Trump aide’s firm for talks on trade, bilateral ties during Operation Sindoor, Pg1

Indian Embassy hired Trump aide’s firm for talks on trade, bilateral ties during Operation Sindoor, Pg1

Not just forests: why grasslands also belong in national climate plans, PgII

Not just forests: why grasslands also belong in national climate plans, PgII

Data shows Venezuela’s pivot from the U.S. to China, Pg9

Data shows Venezuela’s pivot from the U.S. to China, Pg9

At a crossroads, Pg8

At a crossroads, Pg8

America’s Venezuelan actions are most unlawful, Pg8

America’s Venezuelan actions are most unlawful, Pg8

​Dangerous paradigm, Pg8

​Dangerous paradigm, Pg8

Green nod validity extension sought for Ratle hydro project, Pg9

Green nod validity extension sought for Ratle hydro project, Pg9

As Op Sindoor paused, India activated lobbyists to reach out to Trump admin, Pg7

As Op Sindoor paused, India activated lobbyists to reach out to Trump admin, Pg7

India's trade deficit with FTA countries widening: Niti Aayog, Pg15

India's trade deficit with FTA countries widening: Niti Aayog, Pg15

'The Chinese are using ambiguity on the LAC and unsettled borders as a pressure point against us' (FORMER INDIAN AMBASSADOR TO CHINA UNPACKS THE COMPLEX BOUNDARY DISPUTE), Pg13

'The Chinese are using ambiguity on the LAC and unsettled borders as a pressure point against us' (FORMER INDIAN AMBASSADOR TO CHINA UNPACKS THE COMPLEX BOUNDARY DISPUTE), Pg13

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