United Nations Human Rights Council

Overview: At the 55th Human Rights Council of the United Nations, India exercised its 'Right to Reply' for a staunch response to Turkey and Pakistan for the mention of Jammu and Kashmir on the platform. About United Nations Human Rights Council: It is an intergovernmental body within the United Nations whose mission is to promote and protect human rights around the world. It

Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act

Context: Recently, after a record 1,111 NGOs got Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) nod in 2023, 30 get clearance in January. Situated in Delhi, a Buddhist monastic order originating from Taiwan has secured approval under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) of 2010, enabling them to access foreign funds. Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) The FCRA, e

India-US trade policy

Context: India and the US are set to take up a number of sticky trade issues at the trade policy forum meet that begins today (January 12). Importance of Trade Policy Forum Meeting: The US is India's largest trade partner, and India heavily relies on US demand for export earnings. India aims to benefit from the US-led Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) to counter

Timor-Leste and Mozambique

Context: The Prime Minister held bilateral meetings with the President of Timor Leste and Mozambique, a day before the inauguration of the 10th edition of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit. About Timor-Leste or East Timor: Situated in the eastern Lesser Sunda Islands at the southern extremity of the Malay Archipelago, Timor-Leste is an island country. Its capital a

Bab el-Mandeb

Context: British maritime security agency UKMTO reported explosions late Tuesday near a cargo ship in the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which separates the Arabian Peninsula from the Horn of Africa. About Bab al-Mandab Strait It is a strait that connects the Red Sea (northwest) with the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean (southeast). It is located between Arabia (northeast) a

India and Nepal relations

Context: Nepal signed a long-term agreement for the export of 10,000 MW power to India in the next 10 years and an MoU for cooperation in renewable energy . Status of India-Nepal Relations: Defense Cooperation: - India supports Nepal Army in modernization through equipment, training, and joint military exercises. - The Gorkha regiments of the Indian Army recruit soldiers from Nepal

South china sea

Context: China showcased on Thursday fighter jets firing missiles in the South China Sea, as it held rival military exercises with the United States in the hotly contested waters.The drills follow tense standoffs between Beijing and Manila in disputed reefs that saw vessels from the two countries collide and Chinese ships blast water cannon at Philippine boats. Significance of the South China S

Bangladesh elections and India

Context: A stable, prosperous and friendly Bangladesh is in India’s best interests. This is why India will hope that incumbent Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina returns to power after the January 7 elections. Background: Bangladesh gained its independence in December 1971; since then, India Bangladesh Relations have been good. India was one of the first nations to recognize it and establish di

Maldives suspends three Deputy Ministers

Context: The Maldives government suspended three of its ministers- Mariyam Shiuna, Malsha and Hassan Zihan- for their ‘derogatory remarks on India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi, following the latter's Lakshadweep visit. News: In retaliation more than 8,000 hotel bookings, as well as 2,500 flight tickets, have been cancelled after a Maldivian min

Maersk Hangzhou

Context: U.S. Navy helicopters sank three vessels operated by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels that had attacked a container ship in the Red Sea, the military said on Sunday. News: The U.S. Navy’s actions came in response to a request for assistance from the ship. Maersk suspended the passage of vessels through the Bab al-Mandab Strait in the Red Sea for 48 hours. While