International Labour Day 2023
Context: International Labour Day, popularly known as International Workers’ Day or May Day is observed on May 01 every year. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: International Labour Day Significance: History: India’s association with Labour Day -Source: Indian Express
ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise (AIME)
Context: In a step further in the expanding India-ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Nations) military cooperation, the maiden ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise (AIME) is set to begin, with war games in South China Sea. Relevance: GS II- International Relations Dimensions of the Article: ASEAN India Maritime Exercise (AIME-2023) Description of INS Delhi and INS Satpura: […]
About The North Sea summit
Context: Recently, nine European countries during the second North Sea summit have signed a declaration aimed at transforming the North Sea into a green power plant Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About North Sea Summit The North Sea Summit is an international conference focused on promoting the development of offshore wind […]
About European Free Trade Association (EFTA)
Focus: GS II: International Relations Why in News? India and the four-nation bloc EFTA recently discussed ways to resume negotiations for a free trade agreement with a view to strengthening economic ties between the two regions. European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Establishment and Objectives: Membership and Free Trade Agreements: Customs Union and Governance Structure: European […]
About The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
Context: Recently, Azerbaijan said that it had established a checkpoint at the start of the Lachin corridor, the only land route linking Armenia to Nagorno-Karabakh, a step that was followed by claims of border shootings by both Azeri and Armenian forces. Relevance: Prelims, GS-II: International Relations (Important Foreign Policies and Developments), GS-I Geography (Maps), GS-I: […]
Current Crisis in Sudan
Context: India has started ‘Operation Kaveri’ to evacuate its nationals owing to the Current Crisis in Sudan. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About Operation Kaveri: Reason for Evacuation: Current Crisis in Sudan Background: Recent Developments: About RSF Impact of the Current Crisis in Sudan -Source: The Hindu
Northeastern India to Get a New Triad
Context Relevance: GS Paper-2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests; North-eastern India Mains Question “North-eastern India is now moving towards economic development after overcoming numerous security and political obstacles.” Review the assertion. (250 Words). Highlights Vision and Opportunities: Future obstacles: Conclusion: It is important to responsibly exploit the Northeastern […]
Setting International Statistical Standards Requires India
Context Relevance: GS Paper-2: Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate Mains Question Examine the impact of India’s appointment to the UNSC (UN Statistical Commission). What possible advantages might India’s presidency of the Commission have? (250 Words) United Nations Statistical Commission information: India’s relationship with the UNSC dates back 76 years. System of National […]
Worldwide Military Expenditure Hits All-Time High In 2022: SIPRI
Context: Key takeaway from the latest data published by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), a leading global security think tank. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About SIPRI Key points Factors driving military spending: Impact of spending: Conclusion: -Source: Indian Express
C+C5 Trade Ministers Meeting
Context: Recently, China has conducted a meeting of trade ministers of the grouping known as C+C5 — China and the five Central Asian republics, namely Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Kyrgyzstan. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Understanding the China-Central Asia Engagement India’s Stake in Central Asia Cultural Ties: Security: Extended Neighborhood […]