International Relations Current Affairs for UPSC

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

India-U.S. deal has no item that can hurt Indian farmers: Goyal, Pg9

India-U.S. Interim Agreement prioritizes farmer protection, duty-free access for key sectors, and tariff reductions on essential imports.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Effects of Liberalization on the Economy

8 Feb, 2026

India-U.S. deal has no item that can hurt Indian farmers: Goyal, Pg9

India-U.S. Interim Agreement prioritizes farmer protection, duty-free access for key sectors, and tariff reductions on essential imports.

8 Feb, 2026

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

‘Sensitive sectors safeguarded’, Pg2

India and US forge trade agreement, addressing tariffs, market access, and energy purchases, while safeguarding sensitive domestic sectors.

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

8 Feb, 2026

‘Sensitive sectors safeguarded’, Pg2

India and US forge trade agreement, addressing tariffs, market access, and energy purchases, while safeguarding sensitive domestic sectors.

8 Feb, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Government Budgeting Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers

'Greater GPU access, more investment in data centres', Pg13

India-US interim trade deal boosts GPU imports and data center investments amidst AI push, tax holidays, and eased restrictions.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Government Budgeting Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers

8 Feb, 2026

'Greater GPU access, more investment in data centres', Pg13

India-US interim trade deal boosts GPU imports and data center investments amidst AI push, tax holidays, and eased restrictions.

8 Feb, 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.

India, US reach interim deal (JOINT STATEMENT OUTLINES STEPS FOR FIRST PHASE TO BE SIGNED NEXT MONTH), Pg1

India and US finalize interim trade deal framework, US lifts tariffs after India agrees to curb Russian oil imports.

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.

8 Feb, 2026

India, US reach interim deal (JOINT STATEMENT OUTLINES STEPS FOR FIRST PHASE TO BE SIGNED NEXT MONTH), Pg1

India and US finalize interim trade deal framework, US lifts tariffs after India agrees to curb Russian oil imports.

8 Feb, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Economics of Animal Rearing

Farm give and take: Cheaper livestock feed, challenge on soyabean, Pg1

India-US interim trade deal: India to reduce tariffs on US goods, including soyabean oil and fresh fruits.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support Prices Economics of Animal Rearing

8 Feb, 2026

Farm give and take: Cheaper livestock feed, challenge on soyabean, Pg1

India-US interim trade deal: India to reduce tariffs on US goods, including soyabean oil and fresh fruits.

8 Feb, 2026

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

$120 million committed to Chabahar port in Iran completely paid: Centre, Pg1

India completes $120M Chabahar port commitment amid U.S. sanctions, future uncertain as Iran awaits Delhi's decision post-April 2026 waiver.

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

7 Feb, 2026

$120 million committed to Chabahar port in Iran completely paid: Centre, Pg1

India completes $120M Chabahar port commitment amid U.S. sanctions, future uncertain as Iran awaits Delhi's decision post-April 2026 waiver.

7 Feb, 2026

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

Russian oil imports may fall, but unlikely to stop (Besides technical and commercial challenges in completely replacing Russian oil, there is also the matter of India's strategic autonomy), Pg18

India balances energy needs and strategic autonomy amidst US pressure to reduce Russian oil imports, exploring alternative sources.

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

7 Feb, 2026

Russian oil imports may fall, but unlikely to stop (Besides technical and commercial challenges in completely replacing Russian oil, there is also the matter of India's strategic autonomy), Pg18

India balances energy needs and strategic autonomy amidst US pressure to reduce Russian oil imports, exploring alternative sources.

7 Feb, 2026

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

U.S. urges new three-way nuclear weapons deal with Russia, China, Pg12

U.S. proposes nuclear arms control talks with Russia and China after New START treaty expires amidst global security concerns.

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

7 Feb, 2026

U.S. urges new three-way nuclear weapons deal with Russia, China, Pg12

U.S. proposes nuclear arms control talks with Russia and China after New START treaty expires amidst global security concerns.

7 Feb, 2026

World Wars Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

START is over. Will a nuclear arms race restart?, Pg10

New START treaty collapse sparks nuclear arms race fears; Doomsday Clock advances amid rising global tensions and proliferation risks.

World Wars Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

7 Feb, 2026

START is over. Will a nuclear arms race restart?, Pg10

New START treaty collapse sparks nuclear arms race fears; Doomsday Clock advances amid rising global tensions and proliferation risks.

7 Feb, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

RBI maintains status quo, conserves policy ammunition, Pg10

RBI holds rates steady amidst improved growth outlook and US trade deal, projecting 7.2% GDP growth for FY27.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Government Budgeting

7 Feb, 2026

RBI maintains status quo, conserves policy ammunition, Pg10

RBI holds rates steady amidst improved growth outlook and US trade deal, projecting 7.2% GDP growth for FY27.

7 Feb, 2026

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

India’s oil imports from Russia hit 38-month low, Pg1

India's Russian oil imports plummet to 38-month low amidst US pressure and diversification strategy, shifting dynamics in global energy trade.

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

7 Feb, 2026

India’s oil imports from Russia hit 38-month low, Pg1

India's Russian oil imports plummet to 38-month low amidst US pressure and diversification strategy, shifting dynamics in global energy trade.

7 Feb, 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

The India-EU trade deal is also a strategic turning point, Pg6

India and EU's trade agreement marks strategic realignment amid global uncertainty, focusing beyond tariffs on defence, tech, and energy.

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

7 Feb, 2026

The India-EU trade deal is also a strategic turning point, Pg6

India and EU's trade agreement marks strategic realignment amid global uncertainty, focusing beyond tariffs on defence, tech, and energy.

7 Feb, 2026

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

‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance, Pg6

Global climate governance falters as COP30 fails to deliver binding commitments, widening the gap between climate needs and political action.

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

7 Feb, 2026

‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance, Pg6

Global climate governance falters as COP30 fails to deliver binding commitments, widening the gap between climate needs and political action.

7 Feb, 2026

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

The end of New START and a new era of nuclear rivalry, Pg16

New START treaty collapses, ending nuclear arms control between U.S. and Russia, escalating global security risks.

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

6 Feb, 2026

The end of New START and a new era of nuclear rivalry, Pg16

New START treaty collapses, ending nuclear arms control between U.S. and Russia, escalating global security risks.

6 Feb, 2026

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

Nuclear diplomacy set to resume in Muscat as U.S., Iran stay far apart, Pg16

U.S. and Iran to resume nuclear diplomacy in Muscat amid disagreements over scope of talks and regional security concerns.

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

6 Feb, 2026

Nuclear diplomacy set to resume in Muscat as U.S., Iran stay far apart, Pg16

U.S. and Iran to resume nuclear diplomacy in Muscat amid disagreements over scope of talks and regional security concerns.

6 Feb, 2026

Health Sector Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

MSF raises concerns over FTA impact on medicines in India, Pg14

MSF warns EU-India FTA could restrict medicine access in developing countries by strengthening pharmaceutical monopolies and limiting generic competition.

Health Sector Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

6 Feb, 2026

MSF raises concerns over FTA impact on medicines in India, Pg14

MSF warns EU-India FTA could restrict medicine access in developing countries by strengthening pharmaceutical monopolies and limiting generic competition.

6 Feb, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

DAC to weigh acquisition of Rafale ahead of Macron visit, Pg12

India to consider Rafale fighter aircraft acquisition from France ahead of President Macron's visit to boost defence capabilities.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

6 Feb, 2026

DAC to weigh acquisition of Rafale ahead of Macron visit, Pg12

India to consider Rafale fighter aircraft acquisition from France ahead of President Macron's visit to boost defence capabilities.

6 Feb, 2026

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

‘Talks on, India-U.S. deal joint statement in 4-5 days’, Pg1

India and U.S. to finalize trade deal with tariff cuts, aiming for $500 billion in imports within five years.

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

6 Feb, 2026

‘Talks on, India-U.S. deal joint statement in 4-5 days’, Pg1

India and U.S. to finalize trade deal with tariff cuts, aiming for $500 billion in imports within five years.

6 Feb, 2026

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

Intent and outcome, Pg8

Budget 2026-27 emphasizes climate action with ₹20,000 crore for CCUS, but implementation and private capital mobilization remain challenges.

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

6 Feb, 2026

Intent and outcome, Pg8

Budget 2026-27 emphasizes climate action with ₹20,000 crore for CCUS, but implementation and private capital mobilization remain challenges.

6 Feb, 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.

Diversifying energy sourcing: MEA on Trump’s ‘India not to buy Russian oil’ claim, Pg9

India strategically diversifies energy sourcing amidst evolving global dynamics, hinting at alternatives to Russian oil due to geopolitical shifts.

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.

6 Feb, 2026

Diversifying energy sourcing: MEA on Trump’s ‘India not to buy Russian oil’ claim, Pg9

India strategically diversifies energy sourcing amidst evolving global dynamics, hinting at alternatives to Russian oil due to geopolitical shifts.

6 Feb, 2026

International Relations

India-U.S. deal has no item that can hurt Indian farmers: Goyal, Pg9

India-U.S. deal has no item that can hurt Indian farmers: Goyal, Pg9

‘Sensitive sectors safeguarded’, Pg2

‘Sensitive sectors safeguarded’, Pg2

'Greater GPU access, more investment in data centres', Pg13

'Greater GPU access, more investment in data centres', Pg13

India, US reach interim deal (JOINT STATEMENT OUTLINES STEPS FOR FIRST PHASE TO BE SIGNED NEXT MONTH), Pg1

India, US reach interim deal (JOINT STATEMENT OUTLINES STEPS FOR FIRST PHASE TO BE SIGNED NEXT MONTH), Pg1

Farm give and take: Cheaper livestock feed, challenge on soyabean, Pg1

Farm give and take: Cheaper livestock feed, challenge on soyabean, Pg1

$120 million committed to Chabahar port in Iran completely paid: Centre, Pg1

$120 million committed to Chabahar port in Iran completely paid: Centre, Pg1

Russian oil imports may fall, but unlikely to stop (Besides technical and commercial challenges in completely replacing Russian oil, there is also the matter of India's strategic autonomy), Pg18

Russian oil imports may fall, but unlikely to stop (Besides technical and commercial challenges in completely replacing Russian oil, there is also the matter of India's strategic autonomy), Pg18

U.S. urges new three-way nuclear weapons deal with Russia, China, Pg12

U.S. urges new three-way nuclear weapons deal with Russia, China, Pg12

START is over. Will a nuclear arms race restart?, Pg10

START is over. Will a nuclear arms race restart?, Pg10

RBI maintains status quo, conserves policy ammunition, Pg10

RBI maintains status quo, conserves policy ammunition, Pg10

India’s oil imports from Russia hit 38-month low, Pg1

India’s oil imports from Russia hit 38-month low, Pg1

The India-EU trade deal is also a strategic turning point, Pg6

The India-EU trade deal is also a strategic turning point, Pg6

‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance, Pg6

‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance, Pg6

The end of New START and a new era of nuclear rivalry, Pg16

The end of New START and a new era of nuclear rivalry, Pg16

Nuclear diplomacy set to resume in Muscat as U.S., Iran stay far apart, Pg16

Nuclear diplomacy set to resume in Muscat as U.S., Iran stay far apart, Pg16

MSF raises concerns over FTA impact on medicines in India, Pg14

MSF raises concerns over FTA impact on medicines in India, Pg14

DAC to weigh acquisition of Rafale ahead of Macron visit, Pg12

DAC to weigh acquisition of Rafale ahead of Macron visit, Pg12

‘Talks on, India-U.S. deal joint statement in 4-5 days’, Pg1

‘Talks on, India-U.S. deal joint statement in 4-5 days’, Pg1

​Intent and outcome, Pg8

​Intent and outcome, Pg8

Diversifying energy sourcing: MEA on Trump’s ‘India not to buy Russian oil’ claim, Pg9

Diversifying energy sourcing: MEA on Trump’s ‘India not to buy Russian oil’ claim, Pg9

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