International Relations Current Affairs for UPSC

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Lebanon, Israel, U.S. sign trilateral framework accord in Washington, Pg12

U.S. brokers historic trilateral framework accord between Lebanon and Israel in Washington, aiming to restore Lebanese sovereignty and foster West Asia peace.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

27 Jun, 2026

Lebanon, Israel, U.S. sign trilateral framework accord in Washington, Pg12

U.S. brokers historic trilateral framework accord between Lebanon and Israel in Washington, aiming to restore Lebanese sovereignty and foster West Asia peace.

27 Jun, 2026

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

‘China’s Bangladesh ties doesn’t target third party’, Pg12

China pledges 'trusted friend' status to Bangladesh, fast-tracking Teesta project and BRI cooperation amidst high-level talks.

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

27 Jun, 2026

‘China’s Bangladesh ties doesn’t target third party’, Pg12

China pledges 'trusted friend' status to Bangladesh, fast-tracking Teesta project and BRI cooperation amidst high-level talks.

27 Jun, 2026

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

Iran reasserts its right to control shipping in Hormuz after vessel hit, Pg12

Iran reasserts control over vital Strait of Hormuz, warns Gulf states against US alliance, escalating regional tensions after vessel attack.

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

27 Jun, 2026

Iran reasserts its right to control shipping in Hormuz after vessel hit, Pg12

Iran reasserts control over vital Strait of Hormuz, warns Gulf states against US alliance, escalating regional tensions after vessel attack.

27 Jun, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Disaster and Disaster Management

Tragic evening, Pg6

Devastating 7.5 magnitude earthquake levels Caracas, killing hundreds; India must urgently re-evaluate its shelved seismic building codes amidst high vulnerability.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Disaster and Disaster Management

27 Jun, 2026

Tragic evening, Pg6

Devastating 7.5 magnitude earthquake levels Caracas, killing hundreds; India must urgently re-evaluate its shelved seismic building codes amidst high vulnerability.

27 Jun, 2026

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

India-New Zealand FTA, a modern trade partnership, Pg6

India-New Zealand FTA targets transforming modest $1.3 billion trade into a modern economic partnership, emphasizing services, compliance, and non-tariff barriers for growth.

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

27 Jun, 2026

India-New Zealand FTA, a modern trade partnership, Pg6

India-New Zealand FTA targets transforming modest $1.3 billion trade into a modern economic partnership, emphasizing services, compliance, and non-tariff barriers for growth.

27 Jun, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Japan PM Takaichi in Delhi from July 1-3 for annual summit: MEA, Pg8

Japanese PM Takaichi visits Delhi for 16th Annual Summit, strengthening strategic and economic cooperation, countering China's regional influence.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

27 Jun, 2026

Japan PM Takaichi in Delhi from July 1-3 for annual summit: MEA, Pg8

Japanese PM Takaichi visits Delhi for 16th Annual Summit, strengthening strategic and economic cooperation, countering China's regional influence.

27 Jun, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Unleashing India's MSME export potential, Pg6

India's resilient MSMEs poised for global export surge; government targets one crore new export-ready enterprises through strategic FTAs and critical infrastructure reforms.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

27 Jun, 2026

Unleashing India's MSME export potential, Pg6

India's resilient MSMEs poised for global export surge; government targets one crore new export-ready enterprises through strategic FTAs and critical infrastructure reforms.

27 Jun, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora

From 5 Indians to 5% of population: Diaspora key to Seychelles ties, Pg18

PM Modi's Seychelles visit strengthens India's strategic maritime vision, highlighting 250-year-old ties and the 5% Indian diaspora's crucial role.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora

27 Jun, 2026

From 5 Indians to 5% of population: Diaspora key to Seychelles ties, Pg18

PM Modi's Seychelles visit strengthens India's strategic maritime vision, highlighting 250-year-old ties and the 5% Indian diaspora's crucial role.

27 Jun, 2026

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

Tariff rates may return to 'exactly where they were', signals Bessent, Pg17

US Treasury Secretary signals return to higher Section 301 tariffs, threatening India's competitive trade edge and global deal strategy.

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

27 Jun, 2026

Tariff rates may return to 'exactly where they were', signals Bessent, Pg17

US Treasury Secretary signals return to higher Section 301 tariffs, threatening India's competitive trade edge and global deal strategy.

27 Jun, 2026

Education Sector Indian Diaspora

IIT Bombay announces its first-ever overseas sub-campus in US, Pg15

IIT Bombay launches its first overseas sub-campus in US, collaborating with SUNY Old Westbury for advanced engineering and AI courses from 2027.

Education Sector Indian Diaspora

27 Jun, 2026

IIT Bombay announces its first-ever overseas sub-campus in US, Pg15

IIT Bombay launches its first overseas sub-campus in US, collaborating with SUNY Old Westbury for advanced engineering and AI courses from 2027.

27 Jun, 2026

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

N K Singh: Key challenge to mobilise green capital for developing economies, Pg11

N K Singh-led Green Transition Board convenes, addressing critical challenge of mobilizing green capital for India's 2070 net-zero and 2047 clean energy targets.

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

27 Jun, 2026

N K Singh: Key challenge to mobilise green capital for developing economies, Pg11

N K Singh-led Green Transition Board convenes, addressing critical challenge of mobilizing green capital for India's 2070 net-zero and 2047 clean energy targets.

27 Jun, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Disaster and Disaster Management

Venezuela reels after deadly quakes, India sends transcontinental flights with medical aid, Pg1

India launches Operation Amistad, deploying C-17 Globemaster III aircraft with medical teams and BHISHM Cubes to aid earthquake-devastated Venezuela.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Disaster and Disaster Management

27 Jun, 2026

Venezuela reels after deadly quakes, India sends transcontinental flights with medical aid, Pg1

India launches Operation Amistad, deploying C-17 Globemaster III aircraft with medical teams and BHISHM Cubes to aid earthquake-devastated Venezuela.

27 Jun, 2026

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

China defends recent patrols in waters east of Taiwan after ‘alarm’, Pg16

China defends provocative patrols east of Taiwan, drawing 'alarm' from UK, France, Germany over freedom of navigation.

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

26 Jun, 2026

China defends recent patrols in waters east of Taiwan after ‘alarm’, Pg16

China defends provocative patrols east of Taiwan, drawing 'alarm' from UK, France, Germany over freedom of navigation.

26 Jun, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Iraq warns it might leave OPEC if oil quota not raised, say sources, Pg16

Iraq threatens to exit OPEC over demands for significantly increased oil production quotas, potentially destabilizing global energy markets.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

26 Jun, 2026

Iraq warns it might leave OPEC if oil quota not raised, say sources, Pg16

Iraq threatens to exit OPEC over demands for significantly increased oil production quotas, potentially destabilizing global energy markets.

26 Jun, 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

Iran warns against Hormuz Strait crossings without authorisation, Pg16

Iran's Revolutionary Guards threaten action against unauthorized Strait of Hormuz crossings and propose 'maritime service fees', drawing sharp US condemnation over international waterway principles.

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

26 Jun, 2026

Iran warns against Hormuz Strait crossings without authorisation, Pg16

Iran's Revolutionary Guards threaten action against unauthorized Strait of Hormuz crossings and propose 'maritime service fees', drawing sharp US condemnation over international waterway principles.

26 Jun, 2026

Inclusive Growth Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Food Processing and Related Industries

Amount approved by ADB to boost bamboo industry in northeast, Pg10

ADB approves $42.2 million to boost Northeast India's bamboo industry, supporting community-based resource projects across six states.

Inclusive Growth Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora Food Processing and Related Industries

26 Jun, 2026

Amount approved by ADB to boost bamboo industry in northeast, Pg10

ADB approves $42.2 million to boost Northeast India's bamboo industry, supporting community-based resource projects across six states.

26 Jun, 2026

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

Should Indian seafarers stop serving on sanctioned ships?, Pg9

Indian seafarers face grave risks on sanctioned vessels, sparking debate on India's diplomatic protection and the legality of unilateral sanctions under international law.

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

26 Jun, 2026

Should Indian seafarers stop serving on sanctioned ships?, Pg9

Indian seafarers face grave risks on sanctioned vessels, sparking debate on India's diplomatic protection and the legality of unilateral sanctions under international law.

26 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment Models

India’s shipbuilding ambitions can set sail with Korea, Pg8

India and South Korea forge strategic shipbuilding alliance, with Korean giants investing in green shipyards to boost India's maritime industry by 2047.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment Models

26 Jun, 2026

India’s shipbuilding ambitions can set sail with Korea, Pg8

India and South Korea forge strategic shipbuilding alliance, with Korean giants investing in green shipyards to boost India's maritime industry by 2047.

26 Jun, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Indian Diaspora

PM Modi to be Guest of Honour at Seychelles' 50th National Day, Pg5

PM Modi to grace Seychelles' 50th National Day as Guest of Honour, strengthening bilateral ties with military participation and high-level talks.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Indian Diaspora

26 Jun, 2026

PM Modi to be Guest of Honour at Seychelles' 50th National Day, Pg5

PM Modi to grace Seychelles' 50th National Day as Guest of Honour, strengthening bilateral ties with military participation and high-level talks.

26 Jun, 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.

As Hormuz oil flow rebounds, US tries to reassure Gulf allies that deal is sound, Pg14

Hormuz oil flow rebounds as US reassures Gulf allies on Iran deal, but Tehran asserts control amid suspected ship attack.

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.

26 Jun, 2026

As Hormuz oil flow rebounds, US tries to reassure Gulf allies that deal is sound, Pg14

Hormuz oil flow rebounds as US reassures Gulf allies on Iran deal, but Tehran asserts control amid suspected ship attack.

26 Jun, 2026

International Relations

Lebanon, Israel, U.S. sign trilateral framework accord in Washington, Pg12

Lebanon, Israel, U.S. sign trilateral framework accord in Washington, Pg12

‘China’s Bangladesh ties doesn’t target third party’, Pg12

‘China’s Bangladesh ties doesn’t target third party’, Pg12

Iran reasserts its right to control shipping in Hormuz after vessel hit, Pg12

Iran reasserts its right to control shipping in Hormuz after vessel hit, Pg12

​Tragic evening, Pg6

​Tragic evening, Pg6

India-New Zealand FTA, a modern trade partnership, Pg6

India-New Zealand FTA, a modern trade partnership, Pg6

Japan PM Takaichi in Delhi from July 1-3 for annual summit: MEA, Pg8

Japan PM Takaichi in Delhi from July 1-3 for annual summit: MEA, Pg8

Unleashing India's MSME export potential, Pg6

Unleashing India's MSME export potential, Pg6

From 5 Indians to 5% of population: Diaspora key to Seychelles ties, Pg18

From 5 Indians to 5% of population: Diaspora key to Seychelles ties, Pg18

Tariff rates may return to 'exactly where they were', signals Bessent, Pg17

Tariff rates may return to 'exactly where they were', signals Bessent, Pg17

IIT Bombay announces its first-ever overseas sub-campus in US, Pg15

IIT Bombay announces its first-ever overseas sub-campus in US, Pg15

N K Singh: Key challenge to mobilise green capital for developing economies, Pg11

N K Singh: Key challenge to mobilise green capital for developing economies, Pg11

Venezuela reels after deadly quakes, India sends transcontinental flights with medical aid, Pg1

Venezuela reels after deadly quakes, India sends transcontinental flights with medical aid, Pg1

China defends recent patrols in waters east of Taiwan after ‘alarm’, Pg16

China defends recent patrols in waters east of Taiwan after ‘alarm’, Pg16

Iraq warns it might leave OPEC if oil quota not raised, say sources, Pg16

Iraq warns it might leave OPEC if oil quota not raised, say sources, Pg16

Iran warns against Hormuz Strait crossings without authorisation, Pg16

Iran warns against Hormuz Strait crossings without authorisation, Pg16

Amount approved by ADB to boost bamboo industry in northeast, Pg10

Amount approved by ADB to boost bamboo industry in northeast, Pg10

Should Indian seafarers stop serving on sanctioned ships?, Pg9

Should Indian seafarers stop serving on sanctioned ships?, Pg9

India’s shipbuilding ambitions can set sail with Korea, Pg8

India’s shipbuilding ambitions can set sail with Korea, Pg8

PM Modi to be Guest of Honour at Seychelles' 50th National Day, Pg5

PM Modi to be Guest of Honour at Seychelles' 50th National Day, Pg5

As Hormuz oil flow rebounds, US tries to reassure Gulf allies that deal is sound, Pg14

As Hormuz oil flow rebounds, US tries to reassure Gulf allies that deal is sound, Pg14

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