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ICC condemns sanctions by Donald Trump, pledges to continue its work Sub: IR Sec: Int org Context: The International Criminal Court (ICC) condemned the U.S. sanctions imposed by President Donald Trump, calling them an attempt to harm the court’s ability to administer justice and protect innocent lives. The sanctions followed an ICC arrest […]
DR Congo conflict advances as U.N. warns of regional escalation Sub: IR Sec: Places Context: The M23 armed group, reportedly backed by Rwanda, is threatening the town of Kavumu in South Kivu province of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), having seized Goma last week. Kavumu, located near Bukavu, is a key strategic […]
The Promises and Problems of Using Bacteria Against Plastic Sub : Env Sec: Pollution Introduction Plastic waste crisis has driven biologists to find sustainable solutions using bacteria and enzymes for degradation. Scientists and companies are researching, innovating, and commercializing these solutions. Challenges include scalability, efficiency, and industry adoption. Challenges in Plastic Waste Plastic […]
Syria’s al-Sharaa, Turkey’s Erdogan talk Kurdish fighters, defence pacts Sub : IR Sec : Places in news Context: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Syria’s newly appointed interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa held discussions in Ankara, marking a significant diplomatic shift in relations between the two nations. This meeting was al-Sharaa’s second international visit […]
El Salvador to accept deportees from U.S. of any nationality Sub : IR Sec :Places in news Context: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reached an agreement with El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele concerning the deportation of foreign nationals, including violent criminals currently imprisoned in the United States. Details of the Agreement: Under […]
U.S. sends back 200 Indians on military plane Sub : IR Sec :India and world Context: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to the U.S., the Trump administration has begun deporting illegal Indian immigrants, with a military aircraft carrying around 200 Indian nationals departing the U.S. for India. The deportation follows […]
Deport Foreigners, Do Not Detain Them for Eternity: Supreme Court Sub: Polity Sec: Constitution Context: The Supreme Court on Tuesday (February 4, 2025) pulled up the Assam government for detaining indefinitely people declared as foreigners in detention camps. Issue of Nationality Verification The State’s affidavit stated that nationality verification forms were not sent […]
Home Ministry’s Directive on Preventing Misuse of the State Emblem of India Sub: Polity Sec: Constitution Context: – The Union Home Ministry has asked State governments to prevent the misuse and improper depiction of the State Emblem of India. The Ministry emphasized that the Lion Capital logo is incomplete without the motto “Satyameva […]
How beggar-Thy-Neighbour Policies a threat to Global Trade Sub : Eco Sec: External policy Why in News? The term “Beggar-Thy-Neighbour” has gained renewed relevance amid growing trade tensions and currency devaluations, particularly between major economies like U.S. and China. Context: Beggar-thy-neighbour policies refer to protectionist economic measures that benefit one country’s economy at […]
Why the tax Cuts are a One-Way Gamble Sub : Eco Sec: Fiscal Policy Context: Union Budget & recent Tax Cuts The latest Union Budget has introduced significant income tax cuts, largely benefiting the middle class (2-3% of the population). Key changes: Tax-free income limit raised from ₹7 lakh to ₹12 lakh. Exemption […]