Philippines ‘retakes’ an island in disputed sea in mock combat Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: The Philippines conducted its first-ever combat exercises in the disputed South China Sea Details: This military exercise involved simulation of retaking of an island in the region, highlighting the Philippines’ determination to assert its sovereignty over […]
India should be part of RCEP and CPTPP: NITI Aayog CEO B.V.R Subrahmanyam Sub: IR Sec: Int groupings Context: V.R. Subrahmanyam, the CEO of NITI Aayog said that India should reconsider its stance and join both RCEP and CPTPP to boost its economic growth, particularly benefiting its Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) […]
Iran’s currency falls to an all-time low as Trump clinches presidency Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: The Iranian rial hit an all-time low, trading at 703,000 rials to the U.S. dollar. This sharp depreciation occurred as Donald Trump secured a second term as U.S. President, which has raised concerns over future […]
U.S. writes off over $1-bn debt owed by civil war-hit Somalia Sub : IR Sec: Places in news Context: S. and Somalia reached a landmark agreement under which the United States will forgive more than $1 billion of Somalia’s debt. This agreement is crucial for Somalia’s economic recovery, as it will reduce the […]
Row over ‘island of garbage’ comment: Puerto Rico’s unique relationship with US, influence in polls Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: In a recent election rally in the US, a comedian remarked about Puerto Rico, which he referred to as a “floating island of garbage”. The comment has sparked controversy. About Puerto […]
How the United States’ electoral college works Sub : IR Sec :Places in news Overview of the Electoral College: The Electoral College is a unique system used in the United States to elect the President and Vice President. It allows for electors, chosen based on the popular vote in each state, to formally […]
New Israeli laws bar UNRWA from operating on its soil Sub : IR Sec: Int org Context: Israel recently passed two significant laws that pose a threat to the operations of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). These laws could hinder the agency’s ability […]