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

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Checks In Place, In Next Batch Only One Firm With Member Stake: Govt, Pg1

Economic Affairs Secretary details Model BIT review, rising Indian ODI, and falling net FDI impacting India's Balance of Payments and rupee stability.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

8 Aug, 2026

Checks In Place, In Next Batch Only One Firm With Member Stake: Govt, Pg1

Economic Affairs Secretary details Model BIT review, rising Indian ODI, and falling net FDI impacting India's Balance of Payments and rupee stability.

8 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

Saudi, Turkey, Pak Sign Key Defence Pact, Pg1

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign a landmark joint defence agreement in Mecca to counter regional aggression and bolster collective security amidst escalating Middle East tensions.

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

8 Aug, 2026

Saudi, Turkey, Pak Sign Key Defence Pact, Pg1

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan sign a landmark joint defence agreement in Mecca to counter regional aggression and bolster collective security amidst escalating Middle East tensions.

8 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

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye ink defence deal, Pg1

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye signed a joint defense pact in Mecca, committing to collective deterrence amidst West Asia's ongoing security crises.

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

8 Aug, 2026

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye ink defence deal, Pg1

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye signed a joint defense pact in Mecca, committing to collective deterrence amidst West Asia's ongoing security crises.

8 Aug, 2026

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

U.S. Senate passes sweeping Russia sanctions Bill with massive support, Pg14

U.S. Senate approves massive bipartisan sanctions package targeting Russia's oil trade, reinforcing support for Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict.

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

8 Aug, 2026

U.S. Senate passes sweeping Russia sanctions Bill with massive support, Pg14

U.S. Senate approves massive bipartisan sanctions package targeting Russia's oil trade, reinforcing support for Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict.

8 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

The changing logic of the India-U.S. partnership, Pg8

Article examines the evolving India-U.S. partnership, shifting from strategic convergence to 'flexible realism' and complementarity, emphasizing India's need for strategic autonomy.

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

8 Aug, 2026

The changing logic of the India-U.S. partnership, Pg8

Article examines the evolving India-U.S. partnership, shifting from strategic convergence to 'flexible realism' and complementarity, emphasizing India's need for strategic autonomy.

8 Aug, 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 Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India Successfully Concludes The 16th BRICS Trade Ministers' Meeting In Jaipur Under Its BRICS Chairship 2026

India successfully hosted the 16th BRICS Trade Ministers' Meeting, advancing economic cooperation, supporting MSMEs, and strengthening the multilateral trading system under its 2026 Chairship.

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 Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

8 Aug, 2026

India Successfully Concludes The 16th BRICS Trade Ministers' Meeting In Jaipur Under Its BRICS Chairship 2026

India successfully hosted the 16th BRICS Trade Ministers' Meeting, advancing economic cooperation, supporting MSMEs, and strengthening the multilateral trading system under its 2026 Chairship.

8 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 Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

Why Proposed UPI Levy Could Be India's Quiet Concession To US' Trade Demands, Pg19

Finance Ministry proposes UPI/RuPay levy, sparking debate over US trade demands and the future of India's free digital payment ecosystem.

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 Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

7 Aug, 2026

Why Proposed UPI Levy Could Be India's Quiet Concession To US' Trade Demands, Pg19

Finance Ministry proposes UPI/RuPay levy, sparking debate over US trade demands and the future of India's free digital payment ecosystem.

7 Aug, 2026

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

Iran to Gulf: Tell Trump to desist or face attacks, Pg18

Iran warns Gulf states to pressure Trump against US strikes, threatening retaliation on their critical oil, power, and water infrastructure.

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

7 Aug, 2026

Iran to Gulf: Tell Trump to desist or face attacks, Pg18

Iran warns Gulf states to pressure Trump against US strikes, threatening retaliation on their critical oil, power, and water infrastructure.

7 Aug, 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 Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

‘Proposed deal will give Tehran control over inbound strait traffic’, Pg16

Iran's proposed deal with Oman to control Strait of Hormuz traffic and impose fees faces major hurdles due to US sanctions and insurance clauses.

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 Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

7 Aug, 2026

‘Proposed deal will give Tehran control over inbound strait traffic’, Pg16

Iran's proposed deal with Oman to control Strait of Hormuz traffic and impose fees faces major hurdles due to US sanctions and insurance clauses.

7 Aug, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Role of External State and Non State Actors

Donald Trump in the Persian labyrinth, Pg8

Hypothetical 2026 US-Iran conflict analysis reveals Trump's strategic missteps and Iran's successful regional consolidation, trapping the US in a Persian labyrinth.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Role of External State and Non State Actors

7 Aug, 2026

Donald Trump in the Persian labyrinth, Pg8

Hypothetical 2026 US-Iran conflict analysis reveals Trump's strategic missteps and Iran's successful regional consolidation, trapping the US in a Persian labyrinth.

7 Aug, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

India successfully concludes the Tenth BRICS Industry Ministers' Meeting in Jaipur under its BRICS Chairship 2026

India concludes Tenth BRICS Industry Ministers' Meeting in Jaipur, fostering industrial resilience, innovation, and cooperation under its 2026 Chairship.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth

7 Aug, 2026

India successfully concludes the Tenth BRICS Industry Ministers' Meeting in Jaipur under its BRICS Chairship 2026

India concludes Tenth BRICS Industry Ministers' Meeting in Jaipur, fostering industrial resilience, innovation, and cooperation under its 2026 Chairship.

7 Aug, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster Management

Misri meets Lanka President, bilateral projects in focus, Pg7

India and Sri Lanka boost bilateral ties with new Lines of Credit, FTA negotiations, and social security pact during Foreign Secretary Misri's visit.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Disaster and Disaster Management

6 Aug, 2026

Misri meets Lanka President, bilateral projects in focus, Pg7

India and Sri Lanka boost bilateral ties with new Lines of Credit, FTA negotiations, and social security pact during Foreign Secretary Misri's visit.

6 Aug, 2026

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

China announces countermeasures against Washington, Pg14

China retaliates against US restrictions with drone export controls and entity bans, escalating trade tensions over forced labor allegations.

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

6 Aug, 2026

China announces countermeasures against Washington, Pg14

China retaliates against US restrictions with drone export controls and entity bans, escalating trade tensions over forced labor allegations.

6 Aug, 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

New Hormuz route agreed, to be managed jointly with Oman: Iran, Pg14

Iran and Oman agree on new Strait of Hormuz shipping route, jointly managing the strategic global energy passage amidst US threats.

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

6 Aug, 2026

New Hormuz route agreed, to be managed jointly with Oman: Iran, Pg14

Iran and Oman agree on new Strait of Hormuz shipping route, jointly managing the strategic global energy passage amidst US threats.

6 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Space Technology

Parliament Question: Gaganyaan Mission and Bharatiya Antariksh Station

India's Gaganyaan mission progresses, targeting crewed flight by 2027; Bharatiya Antariksh Station operational by 2035 with ₹20,193Cr budget.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Space Technology

6 Aug, 2026

Parliament Question: Gaganyaan Mission and Bharatiya Antariksh Station

India's Gaganyaan mission progresses, targeting crewed flight by 2027; Bharatiya Antariksh Station operational by 2035 with ₹20,193Cr budget.

6 Aug, 2026

Population and Associated Issues Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

India to Japan, via Northeast, Pg15

Northeast Indian youth find new opportunities in Japan's aging economy through skill worker programs, boosting remittances and bilateral ties.

Population and Associated Issues Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

5 Aug, 2026

India to Japan, via Northeast, Pg15

Northeast Indian youth find new opportunities in Japan's aging economy through skill worker programs, boosting remittances and bilateral ties.

5 Aug, 2026

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

To become next UN chief, getting 'P5' onboard is key, Pg16

UNSC conducts first straw poll for next Secretary-General, with P5 consensus crucial for candidates like Grynspan, Birkett, and Grossi.

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

5 Aug, 2026

To become next UN chief, getting 'P5' onboard is key, Pg16

UNSC conducts first straw poll for next Secretary-General, with P5 consensus crucial for candidates like Grynspan, Birkett, and Grossi.

5 Aug, 2026

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

SpaceX rocket stage hurtles toward moon, astronomers hot on its trail, Pg2

Astronomers track a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage on collision course with the moon, offering unique scientific insights and highlighting space debris challenges.

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

5 Aug, 2026

SpaceX rocket stage hurtles toward moon, astronomers hot on its trail, Pg2

Astronomers track a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage on collision course with the moon, offering unique scientific insights and highlighting space debris challenges.

5 Aug, 2026

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Money Laundering and its Prevention

Fugitives repatriated to India from 36 countries since 2019, Pg8

India repatriated 274 fugitives from 36 nations since 2019, attaching ₹17,874 crore assets under PMLA, significantly boosting anti-crime efforts.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Money Laundering and its Prevention

5 Aug, 2026

Fugitives repatriated to India from 36 countries since 2019, Pg8

India repatriated 274 fugitives from 36 nations since 2019, attaching ₹17,874 crore assets under PMLA, significantly boosting anti-crime efforts.

5 Aug, 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

NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation, Pg6

US rebalances global strategy, pushing Europe to shoulder greater defence burden as NATO transforms for a new era.

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

5 Aug, 2026

NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation, Pg6

US rebalances global strategy, pushing Europe to shoulder greater defence burden as NATO transforms for a new era.

5 Aug, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Checks In Place, In Next Batch Only One Firm With Member Stake: Govt, Pg1

Checks In Place, In Next Batch Only One Firm With Member Stake: Govt, Pg1

Saudi, Turkey, Pak Sign Key Defence Pact, Pg1

Saudi, Turkey, Pak Sign Key Defence Pact, Pg1

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye ink defence deal, Pg1

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye ink defence deal, Pg1

U.S. Senate passes sweeping Russia sanctions Bill with massive support, Pg14

U.S. Senate passes sweeping Russia sanctions Bill with massive support, Pg14

The changing logic of the India-U.S. partnership, Pg8

The changing logic of the India-U.S. partnership, Pg8

India Successfully Concludes The 16th BRICS Trade Ministers' Meeting In Jaipur Under Its BRICS Chairship 2026

India Successfully Concludes The 16th BRICS Trade Ministers' Meeting In Jaipur Under Its BRICS Chairship 2026

Why Proposed UPI Levy Could Be India's Quiet Concession To US' Trade Demands, Pg19

Why Proposed UPI Levy Could Be India's Quiet Concession To US' Trade Demands, Pg19

Iran to Gulf: Tell Trump to desist or face attacks, Pg18

Iran to Gulf: Tell Trump to desist or face attacks, Pg18

‘Proposed deal will give Tehran control over inbound strait traffic’, Pg16

‘Proposed deal will give Tehran control over inbound strait traffic’, Pg16

Donald Trump in the Persian labyrinth, Pg8

Donald Trump in the Persian labyrinth, Pg8

India successfully concludes the Tenth BRICS Industry Ministers' Meeting in Jaipur under its BRICS Chairship 2026

India successfully concludes the Tenth BRICS Industry Ministers' Meeting in Jaipur under its BRICS Chairship 2026

Misri meets Lanka President, bilateral projects in focus, Pg7

Misri meets Lanka President, bilateral projects in focus, Pg7

China announces countermeasures against Washington, Pg14

China announces countermeasures against Washington, Pg14

New Hormuz route agreed, to be managed jointly with Oman: Iran, Pg14

New Hormuz route agreed, to be managed jointly with Oman: Iran, Pg14

Parliament Question: Gaganyaan Mission and Bharatiya Antariksh Station

Parliament Question: Gaganyaan Mission and Bharatiya Antariksh Station

India to Japan, via Northeast, Pg15

India to Japan, via Northeast, Pg15

To become next UN chief, getting 'P5' onboard is key, Pg16

To become next UN chief, getting 'P5' onboard is key, Pg16

SpaceX rocket stage hurtles toward moon, astronomers hot on its trail, Pg2

SpaceX rocket stage hurtles toward moon, astronomers hot on its trail, Pg2

Fugitives repatriated to India from 36 countries since 2019, Pg8

Fugitives repatriated to India from 36 countries since 2019, Pg8

NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation, Pg6

NATO enters a new strategic era of transformation, Pg6

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