A Progressive Indian Policy on Myanmar Outlined
Context: Three years after overthrowing the elected civilian government in February 2021, Myanmar’s military continues to inflict violence and displacement on its people. Despite this, India has maintained formal relations with the regime, which has killed over 5,000 people and displaced approximately 2.5 million. Indian foreign policy experts argue that maintaining relations with the junta is necessary […]
It is Time for India to Reclaim its Voice on Tibet
Context: The visit of a delegation of U.S. lawmakers to Dharamshala clearly signaled its purpose. This delegation arrived just days after the ‘Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Dispute Act’ passed in both Houses of the U.S. Congress and awaited President Joe Biden’s signature. The delegation included both Democrat and Republican co-authors of the Bill, invited by […]
G7 Summit and the Global South
Context: The recent G7 summit in picturesque Apulia, Italy, addressed significant shifts in global geopolitics and the evolving relationships among the world’s major powers. Amidst the attention-grabbing moments captured in photos—such as greetings, and dramatic arrivals—the summit injected vitality into what might otherwise be perceived as routine meetings and dinners among world leaders discussing shared interests. Relevance: […]
NAM Faces Challenges of Neo-Colonialism
Context: British Prime Minister Winston Churchill once said, “Those who forget history and do not learn from it are condemned to repeat it.” This remark, made during his 1948 speech in the House of Commons, was directed at his predecessor, who failed to adequately arm the country, making the Second World War inevitable. Relevance: GS2- Groupings & […]
Government Must Reboot its ‘Neighbourhood First’ Policy
Context: The presence of leaders from nearby nations and the Indian Ocean region at the Indian Prime Minister’s third-term inauguration underscores the importance New Delhi places on these relationships. The government of the day must prioritize efforts to reclaim neighboring countries that have aligned more closely with China. Relevance: GS2- Mains Question: The government’s top priorities should […]
Asian Development Bank ADB
Context: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has made a significant commitment of USD 2.6 billion in sovereign lending (important source of financing for countries around the world) to India in 2023, focusing on various development projects and initiatives. Relevance: GS II- Inter Groupings Dimensions of the Article: About Asian Development Bank (ADB): -Source: The Economic Times
Chabahar’s Opportunities and Challenges
Context: The recently finalized agreement between India and Iran, granting New Delhi the rights to invest in and manage the Shahid-Behesti terminal at Chabahar Port for an additional decade, has garnered significant attention. The agreement comes at a volatile time in West Asia, with ongoing conflict in Gaza, heightened Israel-Iran tensions, and domestic challenges in Tehran following the […]
The Recognition of Palestine by More Nations
Context: Ireland, Norway, and Spain have announced their plans to officially recognize the state of Palestine next week, highlighting the shifting international opinion that the Israeli Prime Minister cannot afford to ignore. Relevance: GS2- Mains Question: The recognition of Palestine by more nations is an indictment of Israel. Analyse. (10 Marks, 150 Words). The Israel-Palestine Conflict: An […]
India’s Approach in the South China Sea
Focus: GS-II: Bilateral Groupings and Agreements Why in News? Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti and Kiltan visited Manila, Philippines as part of Operational Deployment of the Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet to South China Sea. Significance of the South China Sea: Strategic Location: Trade Significance: Fishing Ground: Additionally, the South China Sea serves as a productive […]
India- China and the LAC Crisis
Context: Earlier this month, during a literary festival in Ajmer, former Army Chief Gen Naravane labelled China as India’s primary threat. He suggested that confrontation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) was beneficial as it exposed a ground reality that Delhi was hesitant to acknowledge. Last week, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Defence […]