Non-state Actors are a Threat to World Peace
Context: The assault on Israel bears a striking resemblance to events like 26/11 and, to some extent, 9/11. In both cases, there was a use of sea and air incursions into a sovereign state, coupled with coordinated planning and execution of attacks—similar elements observed in the recent strikes in Tel Aviv by Hamas. Relevance: GS2- International Relations […]
About Indian Ocean Rim Association
Context: Sri Lanka is set to take over the chairmanship of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) during the 23rd Council of Ministers’ Meeting scheduled for 11th October, 2023, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It will hold the chairmanship of the association from 2023 to 2025. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About Indian Ocean Rim Association: Priority areas Indian Ocean Rim […]
Israel-Palestine Conflict
Context: Recently, the Hamas, the militant group ruling the Gaza Strip, have mounted a scathing attack on Israel from the land, air and water leading to multiple casualties. This has revived the century-old dispute between Israel-Palestine Conflict once again, necessitating the intervention by global and regional powers. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: The Israel-Palestine Conflict […]
China-Tibet Issue
Context: During a recent discussion with reporters in Dharamshala, the Dalai Lama reaffirmed his stance that Tibetans seek greater autonomy within China, emphasizing their desire for self-governance while remaining part of the People’s Republic of China. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: The China-Tibet Issue: Historical Overview Tibet’s Quest for Independence: Chinese Occupation and the Seventeen Point Agreement: […]
Israel’s Iron Dome and Yom Kippur war
Context: The Hamas militant group launched its worst attack inside the Jewish state’s territory since 1948, killing at least 250 Israelis and abducting several others. The surprise attack has brought back memories of the Yom Kippur war. Journalists have shared an undated video on X of the Iron Dome, Israel’s air defence system, intercepting rockets coming in […]
Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development
Context: India has been elected president of the Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development (AIBD) General Conference (GC) for the third successive term. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development (AIBD) Role of Prasar Bharati: -Source: The Hindu
Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict
Context: Recently, Azerbaijan launched a military operation in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region, resulting in casualties. The operation is part of a long-standing dispute between Azerbaijan and Armenia over the region Relevance: Prelims, GS-II: International Relations (Important Foreign Policies and Developments), GS-I Geography (Maps), GS-I: History (World History) Dimensions of the Article: Nagorno-Karabakh begin conflict The Azeri-Armenian war of […]
India and Argentina Sign Social Security Agreement (SSA) to Protect Professionals’ Rights
Context: India and Argentina have signed a ‘Social Security Agreement (SSA)’ to protect the legal rights of professionals in each other’s fields, promoting safe international mobility for professionals from both nations. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Social Security Agreement (SSA) Key Highlights of the SSA India-Argentina Relations Elevation to Strategic Partnership: […]
UNCTAD’s Review of Maritime Transport 2023
Context: The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has published the Review of Maritime Transport 2023, focusing on the problem of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in international shipping and the difficulties associated with decarbonizing the industry. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Review on Global Shipping […]
Asia Pacific Forum on Human Rights
Context: President of India inaugurated the annual general meeting and Biennial Conference of the Asia Pacific Forum on Human Rights in New Delhi celebrating the landmark 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration on Human Rights (UDHR). Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: President’s View on Human Rights: About the Asia Pacific Forum on Human Rights: Goals: Functions and Services: National Human Rights […]