Current Affairs-Date

Current Affairs-Topics

PYQ & Syllabus

All Mock Test

SSC CGL

NABARD

Insurance

RBI Assistant

SSC CHSL

IBPS PO

SBI PO

CAPF

Current Affairs-Topics

B Vanlalvawna: India's New Ambassador to Cambodia

India has appointed B Vanlalvawna as its new Ambassador to Cambodia, marking a significant step in his diplomatic career. Vanlalvawna is a 1998 batch Indian Foreign Service officer.

Appointment and Background

B Vanlalvawna appointed as India's next Ambassador to Cambodia
Announcement made by the Ministry of External Affairs on September 26, 2024
Vanlalvawna is a 1998 batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer
Currently serving as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs
Set to replace Devyani Uttam Khobragade, the current Indian envoy to Cambodia

Career Transition and Expectations

Move marks a significant step in Vanlalvawna's diplomatic career
Transitioning from a key domestic role to representing India's interests abroad
Expected to take up the new assignment shortly
Brings extensive experience from his current role as Joint Secretary
Appointment comes at a time of India's increasing focus on Southeast Asian relations

Diplomatic Significance

Cambodia is a crucial member of ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations)
Appointment aligns with India's "Act East" policy
Policy aims to enhance economic and strategic cooperation in the Southeast Asian region
Strengthens India's diplomatic presence in an important geopolitical area
Reinforces India's commitment to fostering stronger ties with Cambodia and ASEAN

SEBI Action on Jane Street

In one of the most significant regulatory crackdowns in Indian financial history, the SEBI action on Jane Street has grabbed headlines and raised critical discussions around foreign investment, ma

Rwanda-Congo Peace Deal

In a major diplomatic development, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) signed the historic Rwanda-Congo peace deal in 2025. This US-brokered peace agreement aims to end deca

India Rejects SCO Joint Statement

India rejects SCO joint statement – this powerful decision echoed globally after India’s Defence Minister refused to sign the final declaration at the SCO 2025 Summit in Qingdao, China

Unsafe Generic Chemotherapy Drugs

Recent investigations have uncovered serious quality issues in generic chemotherapy drugs used for cancer treatment across more than 100 countries. This has raised alarms over the safety, effe

NATO Defence Spending 2025

The NATO defence spending 2025 summit has marked a historic turning point in the alliance’s approach to global defence and military funding. Under the leadership of former U.S. President

Operation Bashayer Al-Fath

On June 23, 2025, the Middle East witnessed a major escalation as Iran launched Operation Bashayer Al-Fath, a powerful missile assault targeting the US Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar. This developm

GENIUS Act 2025 Highlights

The GENIUS Act 2025, passed by the US Senate in June 2025, represents a significant legislative step in cryptocurrency regulation, with a widespread impact on stablecoins, digi

US-Iran Nuclear Conflict 2025

On June 22, 2025, the United States launched targeted airstrikes on three major Iranian nuclear facilities—Fordow, Isfahan, and Natanz—escalating what is now widely recognized as the U

Iran Uranium Enrichment

The ongoing tension between Iran, Israel, and the United States has taken a serious turn, primarily due to Iran's uranium enrichment issue. The situation surrounding Iran’s Fordow nuclea

Yeztugo HIV Injection

In a historic development in the fight against HIV, the United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) has approved Yeztugo HIV injection—a revolutionary drug for the long-acting preven

Toppers

Current Affairs-Date

Current Affairs-Topics

PYQ & Syllabus

Current Affairs-Topics

B Vanlalvawna: India's New Ambassador to Cambodia

Needs Help !

Preparing for UPSC or State PSCs ?