Context: Recently, the Crimea bridge suffered damage when one of its sections was blown up. About Crimea Bridge: The Kerch Bridge, also known as Crimea Bridge, is the only direct link between the transport network of Russia and the Read More
Context The Rashtriya Sarokar and Samanwaya Samiti — a committee of the upper house of Nepal Parliament that looks after issues of national concern and coordinates with the government has mentioned that India-Nepal borders are facing security threats, due to porous nature. About the concern highlighted: Nepal shares a Read More
Context: India and Indonesia have announced the launch of the “India – Indonesia Economic and Financial Dialogue”. The platform unveiled during the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) meeting, seeks to strengthen cooperation between the two nations and foster a shared understanding Read More
Context: Recently, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) conducted the G20 Conference on ‘Crime and Security in the Age of NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) AI and Metaverse’ in Gurugram, Haryana. About Non-Fungible Tokens: Non-fungible tokens, often referred to as NFTs, are blockchain-based tokens that each represent a unique asset Read More
Context: Recently, the Indian External Affairs Minister attended the 13th East Asia Summit (EAS) Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Jakarta, Indonesia. About East Asia Summit (EAS) It is the Indo-Pacific’s premier forum for strategic dialogue. Comprehensive mechanism: It is the only leader-led forum at which all key Indo-Pacific partners meet Read More
Context: War-torn Sudan’s capital has experienced a communications blackout for several hours as the army and paramilitary forces waged intense battles across Khartoum. More about the news: Power tussle: The city was engulfed in intense battles between the army and paramilitary forces, exacerbating the ongoing humanitarian crises. Communication Read More
Context Prime Minister of India is going to be the Guest of Honour at France’s Bastille Day parade in Paris. The visit coincides with 25 years of the oldest among India’s almost 30 strategic partnerships around the world —since the two nations committed themselves to it in 1998. France commemorates Read More
Context: Recently, the Indian Prime Minister arrived in Paris on a two-day official visit. Significance of France for India Thriving Relationship: Year 2023 marks the 25th anniversary of India-France strategic partnership. Two countries cooperate closely across various domains, including defence, space, civil nuclear, blue economy, trade, investment, education, Read More
Context: In a recently concluded NATO summit held at Vilnius, Lithuania, members strengthened their commitment to defence and investment. They also agreed to bring Ukraine closer to NATO, and deepen partnerships around the world. About NATO: NATO is a transatlantic security alliance composed of thirty-one member countries. Established in: It was established in 1949 with the Read More
Context: Recently, Sri Lanka said that it will back the resolution proposed by Pakistan at the UNHRC condemning the Sweden government’s action to allow the burning of the Quran. About UNHRC: The Human Rights Council is an inter-governmental body within the United Nations system, responsible for strengthening Read More