Source: TN Context: India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) facilitated the safe evacuation of Indian students and citizens from Tehran via Armenia (Operation Sindu), amid escalating Israel-Iran tensions. About Armenia: Location: Armenia lies in the South Caucasus region of Eurasia, between Europe and Asia. Capital: Yerevan Neighbouring Countries: Georgia, Azerbaijan, Iran, and Turkey. It also …
Source: TOI Context: Two oil tankers, Adalynn and Front Eagle, caught fire following a collision near the Strait of Hormuz, triggering concern over energy security and trade stability. About Strait of Hormuz: Location: The Strait of Hormuz is a strategic maritime chokepoint linking the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and Arabian Sea. Despite …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30 October 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: Recent satellite imagery reveals damage at two Iranian military bases following a suspected Israeli airstrike. The Parchin base, historically linked to Iran’s nuclear activities, and Khojir, associated with ballistic missile development, both sustained damages. Locations in news: Parchin Military Base: Location: Approximately 40 kilometers southeast of Tehran, near the Mamalu Dam. Significance: …
