India Seeks WTO Arbitration Against Australia
Context: India has sought arbitration proceedings under the World Trade Organization (WTO) rules against Australia to resolve an issue concerning the services sector, as it could impact India’s trade in services. Relevance: GS III: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Concerns Raised by India Against Australia Joint Statement Initiatives (JSIs): Opposition to Joint Statement Initiatives […]
India Reaffirms Support for Two-State Solution in Israel-Palestine Conflict
Context: Recently, India reiterated that it was one of the first countries to recognize Palestine and has long supported the two-state solution to resolve the Israel-Palestine conflict. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About the Two-State Solution: Origins of the Two-State Solution: The Israel-Palestine Conflict Origins of Conflict: Creation of Palestine: Arab-Israel […]
Indian Peacekeeper to Receive Posthumous Dag Hammarskjold Medal
Context: Indian peacekeeper Naik Dhananjay Kumar Singh, who served with the United Nations Stabilisation Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO), will be posthumously awarded the prestigious Dag Hammarskjold medal for his service and sacrifice. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Service of Naik Dhananjay Kumar Singh and MONUSCO Service and […]
About International Solar Alliance
Context: Spain has become the 99th member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) following Panama, by handing over the Instrument of Ratification. Relevance: GS II: International Relations About International Solar Alliance (ISA) Signatories: -Source: Times of India
The Question of Palestine’s UN Membership
Context: Israel’s conflict with Gaza has sparked numerous ethical, political, and diplomatic debates. A notable diplomatic issue drawing significant attention is Palestine’s renewed bid for United Nations (UN) membership. Ironically, this bid is stalled at the UN Security Council (UNSC), primarily due to the geopolitical considerations of the United States. The U.S. contends that membership should follow, not precede, […]
About BIMSTEC
Context: Recently, Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) has recently achieved an important milestone with the charter of the grouping coming into force on 20th May 2024. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (Foreign Policies affecting India’s Interests, Important International groupings), Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About BIMSTEC History of Formation of the BIMSTEC […]
About the Arab League
Context: The Arab League recently called for UN peacekeeping forces in the Palestinian territories during a summit in Bahrain’s Manama. Relevance: GS II International Relations About the Arab League Overview: Formation: Goals: Structure: Members: Council: -Source: Hindustan Times
India Contemplates Free Trade Agreement with EAEU
Context: India is “seriously considering” initiating discussions for a free trade agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), as announced by the Foreign Minister of Belarus during his recent two-day visit to India. Relevance: GS II: International Relations About the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) Objectives Structure Key Characteristics -Source: Times of India
Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting
Context: India is set to play a pivotal role in facilitating the first-ever focused discussions on regulating tourism in Antarctica at the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM) and 26th Meeting of the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP). Relevance: GS II: International Relations Understanding the Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM): Understanding the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP): […]
UK PM Proposes Changes to Graduate Route Visa Scheme
Context: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is contemplating revisions to the Graduate Route Visa (GRV) scheme, intending to restrict visas to the most outstanding international students. This proposal aims to decrease the overall number of international students in the UK. The changes particularly target education recruitment agents accused of providing misleading information to UK colleges […]