Source: Economic Times Context: India has been elected as the Vice-Chair of the Supply Chain Council under the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF). The council was established as part of the IPEF Supply Chain Resilience Agreement, which aims to mitigate risks of economic disruptions due to supply chain shocks, enhance crisis coordination, and reduce dependence on …
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Source: Hindustan Times Context: India and the US signed their first Cultural Property Agreement (CPA) to prevent and curb the illicit trafficking of Indian antiquities to the US. The agreement aligns with the 1970 UNESCO Convention, which aims to prohibit and prevent the illicit import, export, and transfer of cultural property. Since 1976, India has …
Syllabus: International Relations Source: ET Context: 2024 is the tenth anniversary year of the Act East Policy (AEP). The AEP, which replaced the Look East Policy (LEP) in 2014, has laid the foundations for India’s engagements with the East. What is Act East Policy? The Act East Policy (AEP) is an initiative by the …
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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 22 July 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Source: TH Context: India and Japan are planning to establish a Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) for carbon trading and credit adjustment, formalized through a Memorandum of Cooperation. Under this mechanism, carbon credits will be allocated through a structured process and tracked via a registry. These credits will contribute to each country’s Nationally Determined Contributions under …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20 July 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Source: TH Context: India’s first overseas Jan Aushadi Kendra was inaugurated in Mauritius. This event highlights the strong bilateral cooperation in the health sector between India and Mauritius. The Jan Aushadi Kendra aims to provide affordable generic medicines to enhance public healthcare in Mauritius.
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15 July 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Source: Tribune Context: The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution addressing the safety of Ukraine’s nuclear facilities, including the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant (ZNPP). It expressed “grave concern” over the safety at the ZNPP and emphasized the need to follow the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) guidelines for nuclear safety and security. India abstained from …
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Source: PIB Context: India and Taiwan have implemented a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) for organic products. This MRA, the first bilateral agreement for organic products between the two nations, involves the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) of India and the Agriculture and Food Agency (AFA) of Taiwan. Under this agreement, organic …
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Source: PIB Context: At the 132nd session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council in London, India led global maritime discussions. The delegation proposed the establishment of the South Asian Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Maritime Transport (SACE-SMarT), aiming to advance environmentally sustainable and technologically proficient maritime practices in the region.
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 11 July 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Context: Pakistan has completed the 420-meter-long bridge at the zero line of the Kartarpur Corridor after a delay of two and a half years. The bridge was necessary due to the area’s susceptibility to flooding, ensuring a safe passage for visitors to the Gurdwara Darbar Sahib. About Kartarpur Corridor: Connects Darbar Sahib Gurdwara in …
Syllabus: Bilateral Relationship Context: The Prime Minister of India co-chaired the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit with the President of Russia in Moscow. Key outcomes of the summit: Trade and Economic Partnership: Set a bilateral trade target of USD 100 billion by 2030. Promote bilateral settlements using national currencies. Expand energy cooperation in nuclear, oil, …
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Syllabus: International Relations Source: TH Context: The conflict between ethnic armed organisations (EAOs) and the military junta in Myanmar has created a serious humanitarian crisis, which the United Nations Security Council took up for discussion on July 3. Background of the crisis: The crisis in Myanmar originated primarily from the military’s seizure of power …
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Source: The Print Context: India chaired the first meeting of the Colombo Process in Geneva, marking its first time at the helm. About the Colombo Process: It is a regional consultative forum comprising 12 Asian member states and aims to share best practices related to overseas employment for South and Southeast Asian countries that …
