CURRENT INDIAN POLITICAL AFFAIRS AND FOREIGN POLICY

India's current political affairs and foreign policy have evolved significantly under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, transitioning from non-alignment to multi-alignment amid rising global multipolarity, border tensions, and strategic partnerships. India’s political landscape has undergone significant shifts with vibrant electoral politics, expanding party coalitions, policy reforms, and socio-economic debates shaping governance and public discourse. Simultaneously, India’s foreign policy has evolved from a post-independence commitment to non-alignment toward strategic autonomy in a multi-polar world marked by targeted partnerships, global economic engagement, and security considerations. This paper assesses domestic political trends, key policy agendas, and contemporary foreign policy priorities, contextualizing these developments in economic growth imperatives, global geopolitical competition, and India’s aspirations for global leadership. By interlinking internal political transformations with external diplomatic strategies, this paper illuminates how India negotiates its national interests in an increasingly interconnected world. Key initiatives like Neighborhood First, QUAD, and self-reliance (Aatmanirbhar Bharat) balance security and economic goals.