International Relations & Internal Security

India-Oman Relation Why in news ?  Recently the Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tarik visited India, it marks a significant milestone as it is the first State visit by an Omani ruler in 26 years. India-Oman

India – U.S. Anti-Money Laundering Dialogue Why in news ? Recently India and the U S co-chaired the India-U.S. Anti-Money Laundering/ Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Dialogue in New Delhi. Focus on Accelerating Global

International Humanitarian Law WHY IN NEWS ? Recently The bombing of Hospital in Gaza has pushed countries  around the world to label Israel’s recent aggressions as a “warcrime”, and a “violation of international humanitarian law”.

Multilateral Development Banks Why in news ? Recently, a G20 expert panel has recommended that Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs), should shift their approach from funding individual projects to focusing on sector-specific programs and long-term transformation

India-Korea Electronic Origin Data Exchange System Why in news ? India-Korea Electronic Origin Data Exchange System (EODES) for faster clearance of imported goods launched. Objective of EODES The Electronic Origin Data Exchange System aims to

India’s Stand on RCEP Why in news ? Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Secretary-General has said that Southeast Asian countries wants India to join the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). What is RCEP? It

Exercise Vajra Prahar WHY IN NEWS ? The 14th Edition of the Indo-US Joint Special Forces exercise “VAJRA PRAHAR 2023” commenced at the Joint Training Node, Umroi, Meghalaya. About The first edition was conducted in

Sajag Offshore Patrol Vessel Why in news ? The Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sajag, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, recently arrived at Port Sultan Qaboos, Muscat, Oman for a three-day visit as part of the

Fifth India-US 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue Why in news ? Recently, 5th Edition of the India-US 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue took place, where both countries highlighted progress in various areas of bilateral cooperation including defense, semiconductors, emerging

National Security Strategy Why In News ? India has recently begun the process of coming up with a National Security Strategy after years of deliberations and the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) has started collecting

Exercise SAMPRITI WHY IN NEWS ? India and Bangladesh commenced the 11th edition of exercise SAMPRITI on 03rd October 2023 in Umroi, Meghalaya. MAIN BODY Centered on the conduct of Sub-Conventional Operations as per Chapter

Agnipath Scheme Why In News? The recent death of 22-year-old Agniveer, deployed at the Siachen Glacier, has put the focus on Agnipath, a contractual scheme for recruitment in the armed forces, and the benefits available

7th India-EU Cyber ​​Dialogue  Why In News?  Recently at the seventh India-EU Cyber ​​Dialogue held in Brussels, both sides exchanged views on cyber policies, strategies and areas. Objective: To provide a forum to discuss various

Indian Army’s Project Udbhav Why In News? Recently Defense Minister launched ‘Project UDBHAV’ during the inauguration of the Indian Military Heritage Festival. The discussion focused on “Evolution of Indian Military Systems, Warfare and Strategic Thinking:

Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations WHY In News  ? Recently, India asserted that it did not violate diplomatic norms as enshrined in the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, while dealing with Canada. Vienna Convention The

Sakharov Prize  Why in news ?  Mahsa Amini has been awarded the European Union’s Sakharov Human Rights Prize. Sakharov Prize The Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought is commonly known as the Sakharov Prize. It

Operation Chakra 2 WHY IN NEWS ?  The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in India has launched a major crackdown on cyber criminals, conducting searches in 76 locations across the country. This operation, known as

Yard 12706 (IMPHAL) Why in news ? Recently, the Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) has delivered the Third Stealth Destroyer of Project 15B Class Guided Missile Destroyer i.e. Yard 12706 (IMPHAL) to the Indian Navy.

Milan Exercise WHY IN NEWS ? The Mid Planning Conference (MPC) of MILAN 24 Exercise to be hosted by the Indian Navy at Visakhapatnam from 19 – 27 February 2024. MAIN BODY The Mid Planning

India and Tanzania Bilateral Relations Why In News ? The President of the United Republic of Tanzania undertook a State Visit to the Republic of India. Political Relations Both sides noted with satisfaction, an increasing

Conflict Between Israel and Palestine Why in news ? Recently, the Palestinian militant group Hamas launched a devastating attack on Israel known as Operation ‘Al-Aqsa Storm. Israel – Palestine Conflict The Israeli-Palestinian conflict dates back

AUKUS Why in news ? As part of the AUKUS initiative with Australia and the US, the UK has given three UK businesses a 4 billion pound ($4.9 billion) contract to design and build an

India’s Policy Towards Afghanistan WHY In News? Recently, The Afghanistan Embassy to India informed that it was being forced to close down, given the lack of resources with the Taliban regime. Situation in Afghanistan Afghanistan

Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2023 Why in news ? Recently The 19th edition of “Exercise Yudh Abhyas” is set to begin in the United States of America. Main body The previous edition of the Exercise was

Dispute in South China Sea  Why In News  The Philippine coast guard has removed a floating barrier placed by China’s coast guard in the South China Sea. About Location: South China Sea is an arm

OPERATION SAJAG Why in news The Indian Coast Guard conducted a coastal security drill named ‘Operation Sajag’ along the west coast. About Operation Sajag: During the drill, extensive checking and verification of documents and crew

India suspends Visa Services for Canadians Why in News: Amid the growing controversy over the recent killing of a Sikh separatist in Canada, India has stopped issuing visas to Canadian citizens. Background:                        The current

India-Brazil Joint Statement Recently, India-Brazil have issued their joint statement on the occasion of G-20 summit. The year 2023 also marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Brazil and India as well as the

India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council Meeting Recently, the first meeting of the India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council (SPC) has been organized. Prime Minister Modi and Crown Prince Bin Salman co-chaired the first meeting of the

Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment Recently, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and US President Shri Joe Biden chaired the ‘Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII)’ on the sidelines of the G-20 Summit in