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India After 2019: Pandemic Recovery, Global Shocks and the New Strategic Challenges
GS Paper IIInternational Relations
13 min
Jun 14, 2026

India After 2019: Pandemic Recovery, Global Shocks and the New Strategic Challenges

The period since 2019 has been one of the most consequential phases in India's economic journey. The country faced the COVID-19 pandemic, global supply-chain disruptions, the Russia-Ukraine conflict,

Why Indian Markets Are Facing Headwinds in 2026: Lessons from 1991, Geopolitical Shocks, and the AI Race
GS Paper IIInternational Relations
10 min
Jun 12, 2026

Why Indian Markets Are Facing Headwinds in 2026: Lessons from 1991, Geopolitical Shocks, and the AI Race

The year 2026 has emerged as one of the most challenging periods for Indian financial markets since the post-pandemic recovery phase. While India continues to remain one of the fastest-growing major e

India’s Strategic Petroleum Reserves and Its Energy Dependence on the Middle East: Challenges, Opportunities, and the Way Forward
GS Paper IIInternational Relations
7 min
Apr 13, 2026

India’s Strategic Petroleum Reserves and Its Energy Dependence on the Middle East: Challenges, Opportunities, and the Way Forward

India, the world’s third-largest energy consumer, faces a structural challenge of high import dependence for crude oil. With nearly 85% of its oil needs met through imports, and a significant share co

BRICS in Transition: From Economic Bloc to Global Power Challenger
GS Paper IIInternational Relations
4 min
Jan 13, 2026

BRICS in Transition: From Economic Bloc to Global Power Challenger

BRICS has evolved from a loose economic grouping into a key platform representing the Global South. This article analyses its origins, institutions, expansion, challenges, and relevance for India and the UPSC examination.

G20 Summit 2023: Key Outcomes Shaping Our Future
GS Paper IIInternational Relations
7 min
Dec 31, 2025

G20 Summit 2023: Key Outcomes Shaping Our Future

The latest G20 Summit concluded with significant commitments on climate action, global economic stability, and sustainable development. Discover the pivotal decisions that will impact nations worldwide.

Cinema as Soft Power: Role of Movies in Shaping India’s Global Influence
GS Paper IIInternational Relations
10 min
Dec 27, 2025

Cinema as Soft Power: Role of Movies in Shaping India’s Global Influence

Introduction In an era where influence extends beyond military and economic might, soft power has emerged as a key tool of global influence. Coined by Joseph Nye, soft power refers to the ability of a

Forging Futures: The Evolving India-US Strategic Partnership
GS Paper IIInternational Relations
10 min
Dec 26, 2025

Forging Futures: The Evolving India-US Strategic Partnership

The India-US strategic partnership is deepening, driven by shared democratic values, economic synergy, and growing cooperation in defense, technology, and global governance, shaping a new world order.

G20 Summit 2023: Key Outcomes for a Resilient Future
GS Paper IIInternational Relations
9 min
Dec 21, 2025

G20 Summit 2023: Key Outcomes for a Resilient Future

The recent G20 Summit addressed critical global challenges, outlining commitments for economic stability, climate action, and sustainable development. Discover the major breakthroughs.

G20 Summit Breakthroughs: Unpacking the Latest Global Agreements
GS Paper IIInternational Relations
8 min
Dec 18, 2025

G20 Summit Breakthroughs: Unpacking the Latest Global Agreements

Leaders at the recent G20 Summit forged crucial agreements on global economic recovery, climate action, and sustainable development, emphasizing multilateral cooperation for a more resilient future.

Charting a New Course: The Evolving India-US Strategic Partnership
GS Paper IIInternational Relations
8 min
Dec 16, 2025

Charting a New Course: The Evolving India-US Strategic Partnership

Explore the deepening India-US strategic partnership, its pivotal role in global stability, and its growth across defense, tech, and trade.