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Relevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Why in the News? In September 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the United States for a Quad summit involving Australia, India, Japan, and the U.S. This meeting is considered the most important Quad meeting to date. The …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Why in the news? Anniversary of October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel – One year since the Hamas terrorist assault on Israel, marking a significant date in the ongoing West Asia conflict. Over 41,000 deaths from Israel’s …
Read MoreSyllabus : GS 2 : India’s Bilateral and multilateral relations and its significance Developments involving India and affecting India’s relation. Focus: India-US relations are in focus due to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the United States. This visit seeks to strengthen bilateral ties, discuss economic cooperation, counter China’s influence, and enhance strategic defense …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: International Relations Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests. Why in the News? Tensions in the South China Sea have escalated due to confrontations between Chinese maritime forces and Philippine fishing boats. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s assertive stance and bolstered ties with the U.S. mark a …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Ireland, Norway, and Spain announced plans to formally recognise Palestine, following a recent UN vote supporting Palestine’s full membership. Israel reacted by recalling ambassadors from these countries amid ongoing conflicts and international legal actions against its leaders. About United Nations General Assembly (UNGA): Principal Component of the UN: Main governing and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India observes state mourning following President Raisi’s death in a helicopter crash confirmed by Tehran. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar extend condolences, highlighting Raisi’s contribution to India-Iran bilateral relations. Talks between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar Jaishankar and Iranian officials focused on maritime security and Chabahar …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Armenia and Azerbaijan announced their agreement on disputed sections of their shared border. This development marks a significant step toward normalising relations between the two historic rivals. The agreement involves the return of four border villages, which were seized by Armenia in the 1990s, to Azerbaijan. About The Caucasus Region: Located …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2 :Terrorist organizations, role of non state actors, World peace and security Bilateral relation of India with other countries Focus : This article examines the complexities surrounding the ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas, highlighting the motivations and challenges faced by both parties. It delves into the role of mediators, the stance of key …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Philippine President rejects retaliatory use of water cannon against China’s vessels, affirming commitment to peaceful resolution in South China Sea. About the Philippines Rejects Water Cannon Response: President Ferdinand Marcos announced on Monday that the Philippines won’t retaliate against China’s use of water cannons on its vessels. This decision is a …
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