Source: LM Context: The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) strongly condemned the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack and announced intensified scrutiny of countries’ efforts in countering terror financing. About Financial Action Task Force (FATF): What is FATF? The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is an intergovernmental policy-making body that sets global standards to combat money …
Source: FE Context: Prime Minister visited Cyprus, marking the first Indian Prime Ministerial visit to the country in over two decades. About Cyprus: Geographical Location: Cyprus lies in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, about 65 km south of Turkey and 100 km west of Syria. Divided Control: Republic of Cyprus (internationally recognized, EU member). Turkish Republic …
Source: TOI Context: A tragic Air India aircraft crash near Ahmedabad airport has prompted the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) to launch a formal probe, following global ICAO standards. About Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB): What is AAIB? A statutory investigative body responsible for probing aircraft accidents and serious incidents in Indian airspace. Headquarters: New …
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Source: IE Context: Pakistan has been appointed Chair of the 1988 Taliban Sanctions Committee and Vice Chair of the 1373 Counter-Terrorism Committee as part of its term as a non-permanent UNSC member (2025–26). About 1988 Taliban Sanctions Committee (TSC): What is it? A subsidiary body of the UNSC, the 1988 Committee monitors the implementation of …
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Syllabus: India Foreign Policy Source: DH Context: India’s evolving foreign policy came under spotlight after Operation Sindoor, a decisive military response to the Pahalgam terror attack, reigniting debates on India’s strategic posture towards Pakistan and terrorism. About India’s Evolving Foreign Policy: Idealism of the Nehru Era (1947–1962) Non-alignment as strategic posture: India refused to align …
Source: PIB Context: Prime Minister of India addressed the International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (ICDRI) 2025, held for the first time in Europe. About Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure: What It Is? CDRI is a global multilateral platform launched by India in 2019 to promote infrastructure resilience against climate and disaster risks. Headquarters: Located …
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Source: NIE Context: India has officially taken over the chairmanship of the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, to be hosted in 2026. This follows the 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Brazil, where member parliaments condemned the Pahalgam terror attack. About 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum: What is the BRICS Parliamentary Forum? It is a platform for dialogue …
Source: NDTV Context: Prime Minister of India will attend the 52nd G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Canada from June 15–17, 2025, following an invite from Canadian Prime Minister. India has attended the G7 as a special invitee since 2019. About 52nd G7 Summit: What is G7? G7 is an informal intergovernmental group of the seven richest …
Syllabus: International Relations Source: ET Context: India hosted the 4th India-Central Asia Dialogue in New Delhi under the chairmanship of EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar. The conclave focused on regional security, critical minerals, connectivity, counter-terrorism, and economic integration with the five Central Asian nations. About 4th India-Central Asia Dialogue: What It Is? A multilateral platform for …
Source: NIE Context: Interpol has issued its first-ever Silver Notice at India’s request to track illicit assets linked to former French Embassy official Shubham Shokeen, accused in a major visa fraud. About Interpol Issue First Ever Silver Notice: What is a Silver Notice? A colour-coded Interpol alert launched in January 2025. Aimed at identifying, tracking, …
Syllabus: Applied Ethics Source: AE Context: The World Refugee Crisis is once again in focus after a 3-year-old refugee girl died during forced displacement, reviving global debates on ethical responsibilities and humanitarian obligations. About Ethical Obligation to Refugees: Definition & Moral Claim: Ethical obligation refers to the moral responsibility of states and individuals to protect …
Source: PIB Context: India hosted the Second Blue Talks in collaboration with France and Costa Rica to support global marine conservation goals. The event aimed to strengthen dialogue ahead of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) scheduled in Nice, France. About Blue Talks: What It Is? A multilateral consultation platform that brings together governments, …
Source: TOI Context: India and Pakistan agreed to halt military action after India conducted precision strikes in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. The strikes revived international debates around self-defence and the ‘unwilling or unable’ About Right to Self-Defence in International Law: What it is: Right to self-defence is a principle …
Source: ANI Context: The Quad countries—India, Australia, Japan, and the US—conducted a Tabletop Exercise in Hawaii to simulate the launch of the Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN). About Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN): What is IPLN? IPLN is a multilateral initiative to develop a shared logistics framework that enables civilian disaster response coordination across the Indo-Pacific region. …
Source: Indian Express Context: WAVES (World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit) 2025, being held in Mumbai, has facilitated over ₹250 crore worth of media and entertainment deals in just 1.5 days and announced several landmark international collaborations. About WAVES What is WAVES WAVES (World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit) is a initiative by the Ministry of Information …
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Source: DD News Context: A suspected chemical blast at Iran’s Bandar Abbas Port killed at least 18 people and injured over 700, triggering concerns about industrial safety in Iran. About Bandar Abbas Port: What it is: Bandar Abbas is Iran’s largest and most significant port, located near the vital Strait of Hormuz. Key Features: Home …
Source: DD News Context: CSIR-IMMT signed two Joint Declarations of Intent with Russia’s Giredmet, Rosatom, and NUST MISIS to collaborate on critical mineral processing and sustainable resource development. About CSIR-IMMT (Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology): What it is: CSIR-IMMT (Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology) is a premier research institute under the Council of …
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Source: HT Context: Tensions escalated along the Line of Control (LoC) after ceasefire violations by Pakistan, following the Pahalgam terror attack which killed 26 people. About Line of Control (LoC): What It Is? The Line of Control is the de facto military boundary between India and Pakistan in the regions of Jammu and Kashmir and …
Source: NDTV Context: Pakistan suspended the 1972 Simla Agreement and closed the Wagah border, in retaliation to India’s response to the Pahalgam terror attack and suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. About the Simla Agreement 1972: What is it? A bilateral treaty signed between India and Pakistan on July 2, 1972, to formalize peace after …
Source: DH Context: During his visit to Jaipur, US Vice President urged India to eliminate non-tariff barriers (NTBs) to enhance market access for American goods. About Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs): What are Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs)? NTBs are trade restrictions other than customs duties that hinder the free flow of goods and services across borders. They include …
