Current Affair Category: International Relations

Why in News ? In 2025, Nvidia unveiled Evo 2, the most advanced artificial intelligence system dedicated to biological research. Designed to transform medicine and genetics, Evo 2 can analyze and design genetic codes across all life forms. Powered by nearly 9 trillion genetic data points from over 128,000 organisms, it accelerates discovery by uncovering […]

The term “Donkey’s Route” came into the news recently due to its association with the illegal migration route used by individuals, particularly from South Asia, to enter Europe or other developed nations through unconventional and dangerous paths. Why  it was  in News? The “Donkey’s Route” is a nickname for the arduous and perilous journey that […]

Why in News? India has been elected to the Vice Presidency of the International Organization of Aids to Marine Navigation (IALA) during its 1st General Assembly in Singapore. This marks a significant milestone in India’s leadership role in global maritime affairs. Key Points: Election and Representation: Vice Presidency: India was elected as the Vice President […]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday arrived at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport to personally welcome Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani. The Qatar Amir is on a two-day state visit, which will conclude on February 18. Meetings During the Visit: The Qatar Amir will meet External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Prime […]

Why in the News: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar recently highlighted the necessity of a “coordinated flotilla” to enhance stability and cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). His remarks underscore the increasing geopolitical rivalry and security challenges in the region, making multilateral maritime collaboration essential. Geographic and Strategic Importance of the Indian Ocean: Size […]

Why in News: The Cook Islands has entered into a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement with China, a move that has raised concerns in New Zealand, given its constitutional ties with the Pacific nation. Here’s a breakdown of the agreement and the reactions: High-Level Agreement: Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown and Chinese Premier Li Qiang […]

Introduction and Acknowledgments: Prime Minister Modi addressed the SAMVAD programme via video message from Thailand. He expressed honor in joining the event and greeted participants. Acknowledged the efforts of distinguished institutions and individuals from India, Japan, and Thailand. Tribute to Shinzo Abe: The idea of SAMVAD originated from conversations with Shinzo Abe in 2015. SAMVAD […]

1. Launch of the TRUST Initiative: India and the United States recently introduced the TRUST initiative to strengthen cooperation in sourcing and processing critical minerals. Announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Washington, this partnership aims to establish more resilient supply chains for key minerals like lithium and rare earth elements (REEs). Its purpose […]

Why in News? India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) have launched the India-EFTA Desk, marking a significant milestone in economic cooperation. This development follows the recently finalized India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), making EFTA the first European bloc to formalize a trade pact with India. Key Highlights: Investment and Trade Benefits: […]

Why in News?In his second term as President of the United States, Donald Trump has moved to dismantle Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies initiated by his predecessor Joe Biden. This policy reversal is being discussed globally, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighting the Trump administration’s stance against issues like climate change and […]