28May 2024

“NORTH KOREA’S SPY SATELLITE EXPLODES MID-AIR AFTER TRILATERAL SUMMIT”

Why in the news? North Korea’s latest attempt to launch the Malligyong-1-1 reconnaissance satellite ended in a mid-air explosion due to engine reliability issues. The launch followed a trilateral summit between Seoul, Beijing, and Tokyo, highlighting regional tensions. About Reconnaissance Satellite: Intelligence satellite, commonly known as a spy satellite, is an Earth observation or communications …

26May 2024

“THE DEATH OF IRAN’S PRESIDENT EBRAHIM RAISI”

Syllabus: GS-2- India and bilateral relations with Iran , Gulf countries and world Peace. Focus : The focus of the article is the impact of the death of Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi and other key officials in a helicopter crash on May 19, amidst regional tensions and internal protests. It examines Raisi’s role, the continuity …

25May 2024

THE MISSING LINK IN IMEC, AS SHOWN BY GAZA WAR

SYLLABUS: GS 2: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Focus: India and Iran finally signed a 10-year long-term bilateral contract for the operation of Chabahar Port Source: IE The India-Middle East-Europe Corridor (IMEC) and the Chabahar Port projects are pivotal initiatives aimed at enhancing regional connectivity and economic …

23May 2024

A NO-LIMIT BROMANCE THAT IS NOT JUST A BILATERAL MATTER

Syllabus: GS 2: India and its Neighbourhood- Relations. Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests, Indian Diaspora. Why in the News? The recent summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing has significant global implications, highlighting the deepening “no-limit” relationship between the two nations. …

23May 2024

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Baltic Sea Europe Geopolitics International Relations Maritime Borders NATO regional security Russia
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“BALTIC SEA NATIONS WARY OF RUSSIA’S PROPOSED MARITIME BORDER CHANGES”

Why in the news? Baltic Sea nations expressed concern over reports that Russia plans to revise its territorial waters’ borders, calling it a potential escalation. Russia’s draft proposal aims to update 1985 coordinates, raising uncertainty about whether borders will shift or just be clarified. Source:WorldAtlas About Baltic Sea: Location: Part of the North Atlantic Ocean, …

23May 2024

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Diplomacy EU Policy Gaza Conflict International Relations Ireland Israel Middle East Norway Palestine Recognition Spain
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“IRELAND, NORWAY, SPAIN TO RECOGNISE PALESTINE AMID ISRAELI BACKLASH”

Why 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 …

22May 2024

THE RISKS OF RUSSIA’S NUCLEAR POSTURING

Syllabus: GS 2: India and its Neighbourhood- Relations. Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests, Indian Diaspora. Why in the News? Russia’s recent announcement of nuclear drills near the Ukraine border and plans to station nuclear weapons in Belarus have escalated global tensions, raising concerns about nuclear posturing and …

21May 2024

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Conflict Defence News Eastern Europe Geopolitics International Relations Luhansk Russia Ukraine War
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“RUSSIA CLAIMS CAPTURE OF UKRAINIAN STRONGHOLD IN LUHANSK REGION”

Why in the news? Russia announces capturing Bilogorivka village, a significant stronghold in eastern Luhansk region under Ukrainian control. Moscow’s efforts align with its 2022 annexation claim of Luhansk, highlighting strategic objectives in the ongoing conflict. About Luhansk region: Location: Easternmost Ukrainian oblast bordering Russia. Established in 1938, it has a long and complex history. …

21May 2024

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Condolence Diplomacy Ebrahim Raisi India International Relations Iran President Raisi
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INDIA MOURNS IRANIAN PRESIDENT RAISI’S DEATH:

Why 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 …

19May 2024

STAY INVESTED: ON CHABAHAR AND INDIA-IRAN TIES

Relevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting, India’s interests; Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. Why in the news? India should not tailor its ties with Iran to U.S. foreign policy changes. Eight years after concluding the general framework of …

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