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Middle East Tensions Escalate Syllabus GS 2: India and its neighbourhood Why in the News? Recently, Israel launched a large-scale military operation named “Rising Lion” targeting Iran’s nuclear and missile facilities, marking a pivotal escalation in their long-standing conflict and alarming global powers. Introduction On June 13, 2025, Israel launched “Operation Rising Lion” against Iran, …
Read MoreRenewed Tensions Over Iran’s Nuclear Programme Escalate Why in the News? Amid ongoing US-Iran nuclear negotiations, the IAEA’s resolution against Iran and Israel’s threats of military action have sharply heightened Middle East tensions, raising fears of escalation and jeopardising the fragile diplomatic process over the Iran nuclear programme. The situation has reignited concerns about the …
Read MoreSupreme Court Strikes Down Retrospective Environmental Clearances Why in the News? The Supreme Court recently invalidated the Centre’s 2017 notification and 2021 SOP allowing post-facto environmental clearances for projects that began without prior approval, citing violation of constitutional rights and environmental laws. Background on Centre’s Notification and SOP In 2017, MoEFCC allowed a one-time, six-month …
Read MoreCore Inflation Trends Shape RBI’s Rate Cut Decisions Why in the News? Core inflation, excluding volatile food and fuel prices, is rising while food inflation falls. This reversal influences the Reserve Bank of India’s approach to monetary policy and potential interest rate cuts. Inflation Trends and RBI’s Focus: Inflation was mainly driven by food prices …
Read MoreIsrael Vows Control of Gaza Amid Starvation Crisis Why in the News? Israel announced plans to take full control of Gaza amid intensified military operations, while the WHO warns that two million people in the blockaded Strip face starvation. Limited aid is allowed amidst escalating violence and humanitarian concerns. Escalation of Conflict and Military Operations …
Read MoreIsrael’s Operation Gideon Chariots Intensifies Gaza Strikes Why in the News? Israel has launched Operation Gideon Chariots to pressure Hamas into releasing hostages and dismantling its operations. The offensive has resulted in over 150 deaths in 24 hours, worsening the humanitarian crisis under a months-long Israeli blockade of Gaza. Operation Gideon Chariots: Objectives and Strategy …
Read MoreWhy In New? Escalating tensions and violence in the Gaza Strip, diplomatic efforts to stave off a broader conflict, and domestic protests in Israel. Source-TH About the News Violence in Gaza Strip:Israeli airstrikes killed at least 17 Palestinians in the Al-Nuseirat and Al-Bureij refugee camps in Gaza. Israeli tanks pushed deeper into Rafah, a southern …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Hezbollah launched a heavy rocket barrage into Israel, targeting military bases including Mount Meron, in response to an airstrike killing senior commander Taleb Abdallah. source:twp About Hezbollah: Shiite Islamic militant organization based in Lebanon. Armament: Recognized as the world’s most heavily armed non-state actor with various missiles and rockets. Formation: Founded …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel is ready for an intense operation along the Lebanon border. Israeli troops have been exchanging near-daily fire with Hezbollah fighters. Recent intensification includes repeated Israeli strikes deeper into Lebanese territory About Maritime Dispute: Israel vs. Lebanon: 2011: Both countries declared overlapping boundaries in the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Israel grieves four hostages confirmed dead in Gaza amid international calls for a truce mediated by President Joe Biden. Biden’s proposed three-phase plan involves a six-week cessation of hostilities, hostage-prisoner swaps, and Gaza’s reconstruction initiation. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasizes temporary ceasefire for hostages’ release, stressing Hamas’s destruction as a …
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