The Race for Fighters: The IAF’s Dilemma
Context:China’s rapid technological and military advancements, including stealth fighters and naval capabilities, highlight its growing dominance in the Indo-Pacific. Relevance: GS Paper 2 (International Relations) China’s Technological Advancements High-Tech Developments: Military Aviation Supremacy: Global Impact: India’s Challenges and Plans Fighter Squadron Deficit Indigenous Development Procurement Delays Aero-Engine Dependency Comparative Analysis China: India: Implications Conclusion India’s ambitious […]
India Saudi Arabia explore joint ventures in defence sector
Context: India-Saudi Arabia aims to boost indigenous defence industries under their respective initiatives—Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and India’s Make in India. Relevance: GS 2 (International Relations)
India is Highest Tariff Major Economy
Context: Relevance : GS 2 (International Relations ) Call for Lower Tariffs: Bilateral Trade Growth: U.S. President-elect’s Remarks: Need for Honest Conversations: Focus on Training and Talent: Trump’s “Tariff King” Label:
The Political Crisis in South Korea
Yoon Suk Yeol’s Rise to Power: Relevance : GS 2 (International Relations ) Political Divide in South Korea: Controversial Foreign Policies: Domestic Challenges and Unpopularity: Opposition Strengthens: Martial Law Declaration: Impeachment Process: Legal Battle Ahead: Weak Democratic Institutions: Public Consensus on Democratic Crisis:
Positive Signals Emerge From India-China talks
Background: Relevance: GS 2 (International Relations)
Over 78% of top paid H-1B applicants were from India
Context: Recent data from Bloomberg and USCIS reveals that Indian professionals dominate the high-paid H-1B visa segment, with smaller U.S. firms playing a key role. Relevance: GS 2 (International Relations) Indian Dominance: Company Sponsorship: H-1B Process: Data Summary:
Frigate INS Tushil Commissioned into Indian Navy in Kaliningrad
Background: India and Russia are enhancing cooperation in AI, cybersecurity, space exploration, and counter-terrorism, highlighted by the commissioning of INS Tushil in Kaliningrad. Relevance : GS 2( International Relations)
Israel Conducts Air Strikes On Syria
Background: Syria’s political landscape has undergone a major transformation with the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad by militant groups led by Abu Mohammed al-Jolani. Relevance: GS 2( International Relations).
Trump Moots ‘Immediate’ Truce in Ukraine
Background: President-elect Donald Trump recently called for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Relevance: GS 2 (International Relations)
Militants in Syria capture Damascus as Assad flees
Background: The militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) declared the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad after more than 13 years of civil war in Syria. Relevance: GS 2 (International Relations)