International Relations Current Affairs for UPSC

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

IAF chief visits France to hold talks on Rafale acquisition, Pg10

IAF Chief's France visit signals progress in ₹3.25 lakh crore Rafale deal amid fighter squadron concerns.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

2 Jun, 2026

IAF chief visits France to hold talks on Rafale acquisition, Pg10

IAF Chief's France visit signals progress in ₹3.25 lakh crore Rafale deal amid fighter squadron concerns.

2 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

India and Australia discuss maritime security, agree to advance defence industrial relations, Pg10

India and Australia bolster Indo-Pacific defence ties, prioritizing maritime security and defence industry collaboration, aiming for stronger strategic partnership.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

2 Jun, 2026

India and Australia discuss maritime security, agree to advance defence industrial relations, Pg10

India and Australia bolster Indo-Pacific defence ties, prioritizing maritime security and defence industry collaboration, aiming for stronger strategic partnership.

2 Jun, 2026

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

Remittances anchor the rupee, India’s external balances, Pg7

Rupee depreciation highlights reliance on remittances to offset trade deficit amid FDI and FPI decline since 2021, 2023 respectively.

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

2 Jun, 2026

Remittances anchor the rupee, India’s external balances, Pg7

Rupee depreciation highlights reliance on remittances to offset trade deficit amid FDI and FPI decline since 2021, 2023 respectively.

2 Jun, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Space Technology Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Orbital rivalry — the challenge of China’s space power, Pg6

China's growing space capabilities, including anti-satellite technology, pose a threat, potentially disrupting global communications and military operations, raising concerns for India.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Space Technology Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

2 Jun, 2026

Orbital rivalry — the challenge of China’s space power, Pg6

China's growing space capabilities, including anti-satellite technology, pose a threat, potentially disrupting global communications and military operations, raising concerns for India.

2 Jun, 2026

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.

IMEC is caught between commerce and geopolitics, Pg6

Iran conflict exposes IMEC's geopolitical vulnerabilities; alternative routes via Oman and Egypt explored amid Saudi-UAE tensions.

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.

2 Jun, 2026

IMEC is caught between commerce and geopolitics, Pg6

Iran conflict exposes IMEC's geopolitical vulnerabilities; alternative routes via Oman and Egypt explored amid Saudi-UAE tensions.

2 Jun, 2026

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Poverty and Hunger Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

The overlooked conflict: Civil war and humanitarian disaster in South Sudan, Pg9

South Sudan's civil war escalates, triggering severe food crisis affecting over half the population, UNMISS struggles to maintain peace.

Redrawal of National Boundaries, Colonization and Decolonization Poverty and Hunger Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

2 Jun, 2026

The overlooked conflict: Civil war and humanitarian disaster in South Sudan, Pg9

South Sudan's civil war escalates, triggering severe food crisis affecting over half the population, UNMISS struggles to maintain peace.

2 Jun, 2026

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

'Cheap' global money flow into India drying up, Pg9

RBI flags concern as 'cheap' global money inflows into India dry up amid rising sovereign bond yields and West Asia crisis.

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

2 Jun, 2026

'Cheap' global money flow into India drying up, Pg9

RBI flags concern as 'cheap' global money inflows into India dry up amid rising sovereign bond yields and West Asia crisis.

2 Jun, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Nepal PM sparks row, says his country has encroached upon Indian territory, Pg1

Nepal PM claims Nepali encroachment on Indian territory, sparking political row over border disputes and cross-border land occupation.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations

1 Jun, 2026

Nepal PM sparks row, says his country has encroached upon Indian territory, Pg1

Nepal PM claims Nepali encroachment on Indian territory, sparking political row over border disputes and cross-border land occupation.

1 Jun, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna India and its Neighbourhood Relations Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Padma Barrage: another barrier, Pg2

Bangladesh approves Padma Barrage to combat drought caused by Farakka Barrage, raising concerns over ecological impacts and unilateral river engineering.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna India and its Neighbourhood Relations Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

1 Jun, 2026

Padma Barrage: another barrier, Pg2

Bangladesh approves Padma Barrage to combat drought caused by Farakka Barrage, raising concerns over ecological impacts and unilateral river engineering.

1 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

U.S. to send only used subs to Australia in revised defence deal, Pg16

AUKUS deal revised: Australia to receive three used U.S. nuclear submarines instead of new ones for cost-effectiveness.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

1 Jun, 2026

U.S. to send only used subs to Australia in revised defence deal, Pg16

AUKUS deal revised: Australia to receive three used U.S. nuclear submarines instead of new ones for cost-effectiveness.

1 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment Models

Shaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations, Pg6

India and Canada aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, revitalizing CEPA talks after ministerial visits.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment Models

1 Jun, 2026

Shaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations, Pg6

India and Canada aim for $50 billion trade by 2030, revitalizing CEPA talks after ministerial visits.

1 Jun, 2026

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

From bad to worse, Pg6

US and Iran negotiate ceasefire extension, Strait of Hormuz reopening in exchange for economic concessions amid failed military campaign.

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

1 Jun, 2026

From bad to worse, Pg6

US and Iran negotiate ceasefire extension, Strait of Hormuz reopening in exchange for economic concessions amid failed military campaign.

1 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

'FTAs with Europe, UK good moves... should ensure industry doesn't put pressure to take rigid positions', Pg17

Expert urges India to leverage FTAs, reduce import duties, and improve ease of business amid balance of payments concerns.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

1 Jun, 2026

'FTAs with Europe, UK good moves... should ensure industry doesn't put pressure to take rigid positions', Pg17

Expert urges India to leverage FTAs, reduce import duties, and improve ease of business amid balance of payments concerns.

1 Jun, 2026

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Ditching the US dollar: How family offices are reacting to geopolitical risks, Pg16

Family offices globally reassess USD assets amid geopolitical risks, eyeing Euro, Swiss Franc, and Asia-Pacific investments, UBS report reveals.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Science and Technology in Everyday Life

1 Jun, 2026

Ditching the US dollar: How family offices are reacting to geopolitical risks, Pg16

Family offices globally reassess USD assets amid geopolitical risks, eyeing Euro, Swiss Franc, and Asia-Pacific investments, UBS report reveals.

1 Jun, 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.

How China's reduced oil imports have helped India, Pg15

China's reduced oil imports amid West Asia crisis indirectly aid India by easing supply crunch and stabilizing prices.

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.

1 Jun, 2026

How China's reduced oil imports have helped India, Pg15

China's reduced oil imports amid West Asia crisis indirectly aid India by easing supply crunch and stabilizing prices.

1 Jun, 2026

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life

The cloud is the new frontier of digital sovereignty, Pg13

India confronts digital sovereignty risks as reliance on foreign cloud infrastructure deepens, necessitating strategic policy interventions for data control and security.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life

1 Jun, 2026

The cloud is the new frontier of digital sovereignty, Pg13

India confronts digital sovereignty risks as reliance on foreign cloud infrastructure deepens, necessitating strategic policy interventions for data control and security.

1 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora Food Processing and Related Industries Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

India-Oman pact holds promises for farms, factories and small businesses, Pg13

India-Oman CEPA commences June 1st, eliminating duties on 98% of Indian exports, boosting MSMEs and job creation.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Diaspora Food Processing and Related Industries Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

1 Jun, 2026

India-Oman pact holds promises for farms, factories and small businesses, Pg13

India-Oman CEPA commences June 1st, eliminating duties on 98% of Indian exports, boosting MSMEs and job creation.

1 Jun, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Space Technology

Science collaboration is space compass, not conflict, Pg12

NASA unveils lunar base roadmap amid geopolitical space race with China and Russia, raising concerns over scientific collaboration.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Space Technology

1 Jun, 2026

Science collaboration is space compass, not conflict, Pg12

NASA unveils lunar base roadmap amid geopolitical space race with China and Russia, raising concerns over scientific collaboration.

1 Jun, 2026

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

‘BrahMos deal with Vietnam inked, Indonesia next in line’, Pg10

India finalizes BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam, Indonesia next, boosting defense cooperation and regional security amidst geopolitical tensions.

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

31 May, 2026

‘BrahMos deal with Vietnam inked, Indonesia next in line’, Pg10

India finalizes BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam, Indonesia next, boosting defense cooperation and regional security amidst geopolitical tensions.

31 May, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

13 countries join military exercise in Meghalaya, Pg8

Thirteen nations unite for 'Pragati 2024' military exercise in Meghalaya, strengthening counter-insurgency cooperation and regional trust within the Indian Ocean Region.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

31 May, 2026

13 countries join military exercise in Meghalaya, Pg8

Thirteen nations unite for 'Pragati 2024' military exercise in Meghalaya, strengthening counter-insurgency cooperation and regional trust within the Indian Ocean Region.

31 May, 2026

International Relations

IAF chief visits France to hold talks on Rafale acquisition, Pg10

IAF chief visits France to hold talks on Rafale acquisition, Pg10

India and Australia discuss maritime security, agree to advance defence industrial relations, Pg10

India and Australia discuss maritime security, agree to advance defence industrial relations, Pg10

Remittances anchor the rupee, India’s external balances, Pg7

Remittances anchor the rupee, India’s external balances, Pg7

Orbital rivalry — the challenge of China’s space power, Pg6

Orbital rivalry — the challenge of China’s space power, Pg6

IMEC is caught between commerce and geopolitics, Pg6

IMEC is caught between commerce and geopolitics, Pg6

The overlooked conflict: Civil war and humanitarian disaster in South Sudan, Pg9

The overlooked conflict: Civil war and humanitarian disaster in South Sudan, Pg9

'Cheap' global money flow into India drying up, Pg9

'Cheap' global money flow into India drying up, Pg9

Nepal PM sparks row, says his country has encroached upon Indian territory, Pg1

Nepal PM sparks row, says his country has encroached upon Indian territory, Pg1

Padma Barrage: another barrier, Pg2

Padma Barrage: another barrier, Pg2

U.S. to send only used subs to Australia in revised defence deal, Pg16

U.S. to send only used subs to Australia in revised defence deal, Pg16

Shaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations, Pg6

Shaping the next chapter in India-Canada relations, Pg6

​From bad to worse, Pg6

​From bad to worse, Pg6

'FTAs with Europe, UK good moves... should ensure industry doesn't put pressure to take rigid positions', Pg17

'FTAs with Europe, UK good moves... should ensure industry doesn't put pressure to take rigid positions', Pg17

Ditching the US dollar: How family offices are reacting to geopolitical risks, Pg16

Ditching the US dollar: How family offices are reacting to geopolitical risks, Pg16

How China's reduced oil imports have helped India, Pg15

How China's reduced oil imports have helped India, Pg15

The cloud is the new frontier of digital sovereignty, Pg13

The cloud is the new frontier of digital sovereignty, Pg13

India-Oman pact holds promises for farms, factories and small businesses, Pg13

India-Oman pact holds promises for farms, factories and small businesses, Pg13

Science collaboration is space compass, not conflict, Pg12

Science collaboration is space compass, not conflict, Pg12

‘BrahMos deal with Vietnam inked, Indonesia next in line’, Pg10

‘BrahMos deal with Vietnam inked, Indonesia next in line’, Pg10

13 countries join military exercise in Meghalaya, Pg8

13 countries join military exercise in Meghalaya, Pg8

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