Current Affair Category: International Relations

Why in News ?  The Israeli has recently intercepted a large number of the incoming missiles — 180 from Iran by Iron Dome air defence system. About Interceptive missile systems: They are designed to detect, track, and destroy incoming ballistic missiles or airborne threats before they reach their targets. These systems are crucial components of […]

Why in News?-The Philadelphia Corridor is a key issue in ceasefire talks as Israel’s war on Gaza continues, killing nearly 41,000 Palestinians. About the Philadelphia Corridor- The Philadelphia Corridor is a strategically important land strip between the Gaza-Egypt border. It is approximately 14 kilometers long and 100 meters wide. The region plays a key role […]

Why in News- India has recently achieved a significant milestone in the Asia Power Index, surpassing Japan to become the third most powerful country. This shift is a sign of India’s growing geopolitical status, active development and rapidly growing economy. Key factors for India’s rise: Economic growth- India made rapid economic reforms after the pandemic, […]

The United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) is the first legally binding international treaty dedicated to combating corruption. Adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on October 31, 2003, and entering into force on December 14, 2005, it represents a global consensus on the importance of preventing and addressing corruption in both the public and […]

India was  recently elected to the 15-member GlobE Steering Committee during the plenary session held in Beijing on September 26, 2024  after a multistage voting process. About the GlobE Network: The Global Operational Network of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities (GloBE Network) was an initiative of G-20. The GloBE Network was officially launched on June 3, 2021, […]

The terms “China Shock 1.0” and “China Shock 2.0” refer to two phases of economic impact caused by China’s integration into the global economy, particularly its influence on other economies due to its manufacturing dominance and trade practices. China Shock 1.0 This term usually refers to the massive disruption that many Western economies, particularly the […]

Why in News ?  Ministers from the L.69, a group of over 30 countries from across Asia, Latin America, and Africa, and C10, an influential group of African nations, were of the view that delaying Security Council reform “directly impacts the credibility and legitimacy” of the UN, according to a press release from India’s Ministry […]

Why in News? India recently joined  US-led Mineral Security Finance Network. India has officially joined the US-led minerals security finance network, which is designed to enhance cooperation and facilitate information sharing and co-financing among institutions in the Indo-Pacific region and Europe. Objectives: To promote diverse, secure, and sustainable supply chains for critical minerals,.. to diversify […]

Why in News ?  The World leaders recently adopted a Pact for the Future that includes a Global Digital Compact and a Declaration on Future Generations. The Pact covers a broad range of issues including peace and security, sustainable development, climate change, digital cooperation, human rights, gender, youth and future generations, and the transformation of […]

Why in News ? The 60 years of French-India space cooperation to the Gaganyaan and the TRISHNA mission was recently in news. TRISHNA (Thermal Infrared Imaging Satellite for High-resolution Natural resource Assessment) is a collaborative satellite mission between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the French Space Agency (CNES). The TRISHNA mission is currently […]