International Relations Current Affairs for UPSC

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

Bagram in the New Great Game, Pg11.

US eyes Bagram return amid strategic shifts, raising concerns among China, Pakistan, and India over regional influence and security.

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

13 Oct, 2025

Bagram in the New Great Game, Pg11.

US eyes Bagram return amid strategic shifts, raising concerns among China, Pakistan, and India over regional influence and security.

13 Oct, 2025

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Other options if peace efforts don't work: Muttaqi warns Pak, Pg1.

Taliban warns Pakistan of 'other options' amid border clashes, denies sheltering TTP, and seeks peaceful resolution through dialogue.

Women and Women's Organizations Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism India and its Neighbourhood Relations

13 Oct, 2025

Other options if peace efforts don't work: Muttaqi warns Pak, Pg1.

Taliban warns Pakistan of 'other options' amid border clashes, denies sheltering TTP, and seeks peaceful resolution through dialogue.

13 Oct, 2025

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

There has never been a bullet train project that was not completed', Pg13.

Japanese expert affirms bullet train project success, despite delays, highlighting safety and punctuality of Shinkansen system for Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

13 Oct, 2025

There has never been a bullet train project that was not completed', Pg13.

Japanese expert affirms bullet train project success, despite delays, highlighting safety and punctuality of Shinkansen system for Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor.

13 Oct, 2025

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

Dozens killed in border clashes between Pak and Afghanistan, Pg12.

Pakistan-Afghanistan border clashes escalate, leaving dozens dead and border crossings closed amid rising tensions over militant havens.

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

13 Oct, 2025

Dozens killed in border clashes between Pak and Afghanistan, Pg12.

Pakistan-Afghanistan border clashes escalate, leaving dozens dead and border crossings closed amid rising tensions over militant havens.

13 Oct, 2025

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

POWER OF GREEN, Pg10.

Ember report reveals renewables surpass coal as primary electricity source, driven by solar growth in China and India.

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

13 Oct, 2025

POWER OF GREEN, Pg10.

Ember report reveals renewables surpass coal as primary electricity source, driven by solar growth in China and India.

13 Oct, 2025

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

Good diplomacy, good business, Pg10.

UK-India trade poised to double to $120 billion by 2030 under CETA, offering India export diversification amid US tariffs.

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

13 Oct, 2025

Good diplomacy, good business, Pg10.

UK-India trade poised to double to $120 billion by 2030 under CETA, offering India export diversification amid US tariffs.

13 Oct, 2025

Women and Women's Organizations Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Ban on women journalists at Taliban Minister’s press conference sparks a row, Pg7.

A controversy erupted after Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s press conference in New Delhi excluded female journalists, drawing criticism from Indian media bodies, opposition parties, and global observers for violating norms of gender equality and press freedom.

Women and Women's Organizations Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

12 Oct, 2025

Ban on women journalists at Taliban Minister’s press conference sparks a row, Pg7.

A controversy erupted after Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s press conference in New Delhi excluded female journalists, drawing criticism from Indian media bodies, opposition parties, and global observers for violating norms of gender equality and press freedom.

12 Oct, 2025

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

Trump imposes extra 100% tariff on China starting Nov. 1, Pg13

Trump escalates trade war with China, imposing 100% tariffs and threatening summit cancellation over rare earth export curbs.

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

12 Oct, 2025

Trump imposes extra 100% tariff on China starting Nov. 1, Pg13

Trump escalates trade war with China, imposing 100% tariffs and threatening summit cancellation over rare earth export curbs.

12 Oct, 2025

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

Trump envoy meets PM, raising hopes of a thaw, Pg1

U.S. envoy Sergio Gor meets PM Modi, signaling efforts to mend strained India-U.S. ties and expedite trade agreement.

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

12 Oct, 2025

Trump envoy meets PM, raising hopes of a thaw, Pg1

U.S. envoy Sergio Gor meets PM Modi, signaling efforts to mend strained India-U.S. ties and expedite trade agreement.

12 Oct, 2025

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

India, EU may close trade deal this year, Pg8

India and EU aim to finalize trade deal by year-end amidst tariff disputes and CBAM concerns.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

12 Oct, 2025

India, EU may close trade deal this year, Pg8

India and EU aim to finalize trade deal by year-end amidst tariff disputes and CBAM concerns.

12 Oct, 2025

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

Trump threatens China with 100% more tariffs over rare earth curbs, Pg1.

Trump threatens 100% tariffs on China over rare earth export controls, escalating trade tensions and impacting global supply chains.

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

12 Oct, 2025

Trump threatens China with 100% more tariffs over rare earth curbs, Pg1.

Trump threatens 100% tariffs on China over rare earth export controls, escalating trade tensions and impacting global supply chains.

12 Oct, 2025

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Science and Technology in Everyday Life Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

‘Incredible’ meet with PM, ‘optimistic’ about days ahead, says new US envoy, Pg1.

US Envoy Sergio Gor meets PM Modi, expresses optimism amid tariff concerns and AI firm Anthropic plans India expansion.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Science and Technology in Everyday Life Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

12 Oct, 2025

‘Incredible’ meet with PM, ‘optimistic’ about days ahead, says new US envoy, Pg1.

US Envoy Sergio Gor meets PM Modi, expresses optimism amid tariff concerns and AI firm Anthropic plans India expansion.

12 Oct, 2025

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.

From the Volga banks, a Russian republic calls India, Pg1.

Tatarstan, Russia, seeks stronger ties with India, focusing on trade, investment, and cultural exchange amid evolving geopolitical dynamics.

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.

12 Oct, 2025

From the Volga banks, a Russian republic calls India, Pg1.

Tatarstan, Russia, seeks stronger ties with India, focusing on trade, investment, and cultural exchange amid evolving geopolitical dynamics.

12 Oct, 2025

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Bharat 6G Alliance, 9 global bodies endorse 6G, Pg17.

Bharat 6G Alliance and nine global bodies sign Delhi Declaration, committing to secure, open, and sustainable 6G ecosystem development.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

12 Oct, 2025

Bharat 6G Alliance, 9 global bodies endorse 6G, Pg17.

Bharat 6G Alliance and nine global bodies sign Delhi Declaration, committing to secure, open, and sustainable 6G ecosystem development.

12 Oct, 2025

India and its Neighbourhood Relations

India Resets Ties with Taliban-ruled Kabul, Upgrades ‘Technical Mission’ to Embassy, Pg1.

India has decided to upgrade its ‘technical mission’ in Kabul to a full-fledged embassy, marking a significant diplomatic shift in its engagement with the Taliban-led Afghanistan. The move reflects India’s pragmatic approach to safeguarding its interests and expanding humanitarian and development cooperation.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations

11 Oct, 2025

India Resets Ties with Taliban-ruled Kabul, Upgrades ‘Technical Mission’ to Embassy, Pg1.

India has decided to upgrade its ‘technical mission’ in Kabul to a full-fledged embassy, marking a significant diplomatic shift in its engagement with the Taliban-led Afghanistan. The move reflects India’s pragmatic approach to safeguarding its interests and expanding humanitarian and development cooperation.

11 Oct, 2025

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

Israel–Hamas Ceasefire Deal: Impact on Global Trade, India’s Economic Interests, Pg15.

The recent Israel–Hamas ceasefire agreement has brought relief to global trade networks disrupted by months of conflict in West Asia, particularly affecting shipping through the Red Sea and Suez Canal — key routes for Indian exports to Europe, Africa, and the U.S.

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

11 Oct, 2025

Israel–Hamas Ceasefire Deal: Impact on Global Trade, India’s Economic Interests, Pg15.

The recent Israel–Hamas ceasefire agreement has brought relief to global trade networks disrupted by months of conflict in West Asia, particularly affecting shipping through the Red Sea and Suez Canal — key routes for Indian exports to Europe, Africa, and the U.S.

11 Oct, 2025

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

US Sanctions 9 Indian Firms, 8 Nationals as Part of Fresh Action Against Iran, Pg15.

The United States has imposed sanctions on 9 Indian companies and 8 individuals for allegedly participating in Iran’s energy trade network, marking an escalation in Washington’s efforts to curb Tehran’s oil and petrochemical exports in violation of U.S. sanctions.

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

11 Oct, 2025

US Sanctions 9 Indian Firms, 8 Nationals as Part of Fresh Action Against Iran, Pg15.

The United States has imposed sanctions on 9 Indian companies and 8 individuals for allegedly participating in Iran’s energy trade network, marking an escalation in Washington’s efforts to curb Tehran’s oil and petrochemical exports in violation of U.S. sanctions.

11 Oct, 2025

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Sea phase of KONKAN 25 ends with high operational tempo, Pg12

India-UK conclude KONKAN 25 maritime exercise, strengthening naval interoperability through tactical drills and strategic maritime cooperation in the Arabian Sea.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

11 Oct, 2025

Sea phase of KONKAN 25 ends with high operational tempo, Pg12

India-UK conclude KONKAN 25 maritime exercise, strengthening naval interoperability through tactical drills and strategic maritime cooperation in the Arabian Sea.

11 Oct, 2025

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

Hydropower project on Chenab gets clearance, Pg12

Sawalkote hydroelectric project on Chenab River gets environmental clearance amid Indus Waters Treaty suspension after Pahalgam attack.

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

11 Oct, 2025

Hydropower project on Chenab gets clearance, Pg12

Sawalkote hydroelectric project on Chenab River gets environmental clearance amid Indus Waters Treaty suspension after Pahalgam attack.

11 Oct, 2025

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Army chiefs of 33 nations to meet in Delhi on peace operations, Pg10

India hosts UNTCC Chiefs Conclave with 33 nations to bolster peacekeeping strategies, excluding China and Pakistan amid evolving global geopolitics.

Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

11 Oct, 2025

Army chiefs of 33 nations to meet in Delhi on peace operations, Pg10

India hosts UNTCC Chiefs Conclave with 33 nations to bolster peacekeeping strategies, excluding China and Pakistan amid evolving global geopolitics.

11 Oct, 2025

International Relations

Bagram in the New Great Game, Pg11.

Bagram in the New Great Game, Pg11.

Other options if peace efforts don't work: Muttaqi warns Pak, Pg1.

Other options if peace efforts don't work: Muttaqi warns Pak, Pg1.

There has never been a bullet train project that was not completed', Pg13.

There has never been a bullet train project that was not completed', Pg13.

Dozens killed in border clashes between Pak and Afghanistan, Pg12.

Dozens killed in border clashes between Pak and Afghanistan, Pg12.

POWER OF GREEN, Pg10.

POWER OF GREEN, Pg10.

Good diplomacy, good business, Pg10.

Good diplomacy, good business, Pg10.

Ban on women journalists at Taliban Minister’s press conference sparks a row, Pg7.

Ban on women journalists at Taliban Minister’s press conference sparks a row, Pg7.

Trump imposes extra 100% tariff on China starting Nov. 1, Pg13

Trump imposes extra 100% tariff on China starting Nov. 1, Pg13

Trump envoy meets PM, raising hopes of a thaw, Pg1

Trump envoy meets PM, raising hopes of a thaw, Pg1

India, EU may close trade deal this year, Pg8

India, EU may close trade deal this year, Pg8

Trump threatens China with 100% more tariffs over rare earth curbs, Pg1.

Trump threatens China with 100% more tariffs over rare earth curbs, Pg1.

‘Incredible’ meet with PM, ‘optimistic’ about days ahead, says new US envoy, Pg1.

‘Incredible’ meet with PM, ‘optimistic’ about days ahead, says new US envoy, Pg1.

From the Volga banks, a Russian republic calls India, Pg1.

From the Volga banks, a Russian republic calls India, Pg1.

Bharat 6G Alliance, 9 global bodies endorse 6G, Pg17.

Bharat 6G Alliance, 9 global bodies endorse 6G, Pg17.

India Resets Ties with Taliban-ruled Kabul, Upgrades ‘Technical Mission’ to Embassy, Pg1.

India Resets Ties with Taliban-ruled Kabul, Upgrades ‘Technical Mission’ to Embassy, Pg1.

Israel–Hamas Ceasefire Deal: Impact on Global Trade, India’s Economic Interests, Pg15.

Israel–Hamas Ceasefire Deal: Impact on Global Trade, India’s Economic Interests, Pg15.

US Sanctions 9 Indian Firms, 8 Nationals as Part of Fresh Action Against Iran, Pg15.

US Sanctions 9 Indian Firms, 8 Nationals as Part of Fresh Action Against Iran, Pg15.

Sea phase of KONKAN 25 ends with high operational tempo, Pg12

Sea phase of KONKAN 25 ends with high operational tempo, Pg12

Hydropower project on Chenab gets clearance, Pg12

Hydropower project on Chenab gets clearance, Pg12

Army chiefs of 33 nations to meet in Delhi on peace operations, Pg10

Army chiefs of 33 nations to meet in Delhi on peace operations, Pg10

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