Non Permanent Membership Of UN Security Council
Context: Recently, India and Bangladesh agreed to support each other’s non-permanent membership at the UN Security Council. Relevance: GS-III: Environment and Ecology, GS-II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: United Nations Security Council Membership Functions and Powers of UNSC Under the United Nations Charter, the functions and powers of the Security Council are: India’s Case […]
Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
Context: Government agencies have expedited efforts to further strengthen the anti-money laundering and counter-terror financing frameworks in view of the coming Financial Action Task Force (FATF) assessment of India in the fourth round of mutual evaluations expected later this year. Relevance: GS II- International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Financial Action Task Force (FATF) FATF […]
India’s Infrastructure Projects Along The Line of Actual Control (LAC)
Context: The External Affairs Minister recently stated that India is developing border infrastructure and connectivity with friendly neighbours due to China concerns. Relevance: GS-II International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Key points: Data on Strategic infrastructure: Background: India shares a border with Bangladesh, China, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan and Bangladesh. Securing and managing its 15,106 km […]
Quad Cooperation to Promote Responsible Cyber Habits
Focus: GS II- International Relations Why in News? Quad Nations are launching a public campaign to improve cyber security across the Quad nations: the Quad Cyber Challenge. The Challenge reflects the continuing Quad efforts to strengthen individuals’ and communities’ cyber security awareness and action, as well as to foster a more secure and resilient cyber […]
The Saga of a Spy Balloon in US Airspace
Context: Last week, the U.S. shot down a Chinese ‘spy’ balloon, days after the surveillance device was first spotted over American airspace, bringing the dramatic saga to a climax and dealing yet another blow to the already strained diplomatic relation between the two sides. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: What are […]
Green Deal Industrial Plan
Context: In a bid to support and expand its green industry, the European Union revealed the “Green Deal Industrial Plan” that aims to cut red tape and provide massive subsidies. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: What is the ‘Green Deal Industrial Plan’? Simpler regulatory framework: Providing faster access to funds: Enhancing skills: […]
SCO Film Festival
Focus: GS II: International Relations Why in News? Recently, the five-day Shanghai Cooperation Organization’s Film Festival opened in Mumbai. About SCO Film Festival About Shanghai Cooperation Organization Member states Main goals Focus areas: Organizational structure of SCO The SCO secretariat has two permanent bodies — Other than this, the grouping consists of Heads of State […]
Indus Waters Treaty
Context: Recently, India announced that it wants to modify the 62-year-old Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan, citing what it called Pakistan’s “intransigence” in resolving disputes over the Kishenganga and Ratle hydropower projects, both in Jammu and Kashmir. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (India and its Neighborhood, International Treaties, Policies and Agreements affecting India’s Interests) Dimensions […]
China’s Population Falls
Context: China’s population, according to its National Bureau of Statistics, fell to 1,411.8 million in 2022, from 1,412.6 million in the previous year. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: China’s population shrinks: Mortality and fertility Mortality Fertility Sustained lows necessary Why China faces a crisis? India’s opportunity -Source: Indian Express
The New Global Order and India
What makes it news? Relevance: GS Paper-2: Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests; Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Mains Question Discuss the role India can play in creating a new, inclusive, representative, and fundamentally more stable international order. (150 words) Voice of the Global South Summit New programmes […]