Trump slaps tariffs on drugs trucks furniture
What Happened ? Relevance : Stated Reason Legal & Policy Context Indian Pharmaceutical Exports Indian Trade & Economic Linkages Strategic Implications for India
The mapping of the India-China border
Historical Background: The Basis of the Border Relevance: Evolution of Chinese Claims Post-Independence Diplomacy Specific Boundary Alignments Core Principles for Resolution Key Takeaways
L-1 visa vis-à-vis the H-1B
Why is it in the news Relevance: Understanding the L-1 visa L-1 vs H-1B: Key Comparisons Feature L-1 H-1B Purpose Intra-company transfers Specialty occupation workers Eligibility 1 year abroad in same firm Bachelor’s degree or higher in relevant field Cap / Quota No cap 85,000/year (65k regular + 20k advanced degree) Lottery No Yes Prevailing […]
Seed Treaty reforms and farmers’ rights
The Treaty Relevance Key Proposals Under Negotiation (2025 Reforms) Concerns Raised by Farmers & Civil Society India-Specific Implications Broader Global Dimensions Way Forward
H-1B’s new $100k entry cost
What Happened? Relevance Contextual Background Institutional Angle Data & Reports Multi-Dimensional Overview Arguments & Counter-Arguments Way Forward
Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
Context Relevance: Immediate Implications Policy Rationale (U.S. perspective) Data Analysis Reactions Clarifications Broader Implications
Saudi–Pakistan Defence Pact
Why in News? Relevance: Basics of the Defence Pact Overview Saudi–Pakistan Strategic Angle Implications for India Regional & Global Dimensions India’s Policy Challenges Way Forward for India
Why did India condemn Doha strike?
Why in News? Relevance: Basics Overview Why India Criticised the Doha Strike? Shift from Past Reactions Strategic Drivers Behind India’s Position Regional Implications Implications for India’s West Asia Policy Key Takeaways
Should India overlook boundary issues while normalising ties with China?
Why in News? Relevance: Basics of India–China Relations Historical Background Core Issues Overview Possibility of Normalisation without Border Resolution China’s Strategic Perceptions of India Chinese Strategy in South Asia India’s Countermoves Future Scenarios Key Takeaways
China–Philippines tensions over Scarborough Shoal
Basics Relevance : GS-II (International Relations, Maritime Law, UNCLOS), GS-III (Security, Trade, Indo-Pacific Strategy) Why in News Overview Challenges Way Forward Conclusion The Scarborough Shoal dispute reflects the larger contest between international law and power politics in the South China Sea. A rules-based, cooperative approach is the only sustainable way forward to ensure peace, ecology, and regional stability.