Global parliamentarians rally behind WHO pandemic agreement in Berlin Sub: IR Sec: Int Conventions Context: Parliamentarians from around the world gathered in Berlin, Germany to support the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Pandemic Agreement by signing a landmark global statement at the UNITE Global Summit. Global Parliamentary Statement emphasised four core commitments: Equity: Ensuring […]

    Argentina’s La Rioja Province Introduces ‘Chachos’ as Emergency Tender Amid Austerity Measures Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Introduction of ‘Chachos’: Chachos are newly introduced emergency tender in La Rioja, not a part of the national currency (Argentine pesos) or U.S. dollars. These are initiated by the left-wing populist governor of La Rioja […]

    India, ISA to contribute $35 million to global solar facility Sub : IR Sec: Int Conventions Context: The ISA announced a capital contribution of $35 million to the Global Solar Facility (GSF) during the sixth assembly of the ISA, hosted by India. The ISA has signed memoranda of understanding with several organizations, including […]

    Army to commemorate 62 years of the Battle of Walong with China Sub : IR Sec: Neighbouring countries Context: To mark the 62nd anniversary of the iconic Battle of Walong during the 1962 war with China, the Army is planning a month-long series of commemorative events. The events include white water rafting, motor […]

    West Asia ‘conflagration’ to top agenda at first European Union-Gulf summit Sub : IR Sec : Places in news Context: The European Union (EU) and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) leaders are set to convene in Brussels, focusing primarily on avoiding a broader conflict in West Asia. This summit will involve heads of state […]

    China holds military drills near Taiwan: all about the shared history, current tensions Sub :IR Sec: Places in news Context: On October 14, 2023, China initiated military exercises near Taiwan, termed ‘Operation Joint Sword 24B’, shortly after Taiwan’s 113th National Day. The military exercises are a continuation of longstanding tensions. Background: Since the […]

    India and Russia Collaborate on Northern Sea Route and Polar Navigation Sub :IR Sec :Places in news Why in News India and Russia are deepening their cooperation on the Northern Sea Route (NSR) through joint projects in Arctic shipbuilding, training Indian sailors for polar navigation, and cargo transit. The discussions come at a […]

    Nile nations agree on water-sharing without Egypt’s nod Sub :IR Sec: Places in news Nile Basin Initiative (NBI): The Nile Basin Initiative (NBI), a regional partnership of 10 countries, announced that a cooperative framework for the equitable use of Nile River resources has come into effect. The legal status of the “cooperative framework” […]