UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10 February 2026 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: TN Subject: Mapping Context: India and Seychelles announced the Joint Vision “SESEL” during President Patrick Herminie’s State Visit to India, marking 50 years of Seychelles’ independence and India–Seychelles diplomatic ties. About Seychelles: What it is? A small island republic (SIDS) comprising ~115 islands in the western Indian Ocean. Located in: Between 4°–11° S latitudes …
Source: DD News Subject: Mapping Context: Patrick Herminie, President of Seychelles, will pay a state visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister of India. About Seychelles: What is it? Seychelles is a sovereign island country and archipelagic state comprising 115 islands, known for its high human development, blue economy focus, and strategic maritime …
Source: DD News Context: Kochi hosted the First BIMSTEC-India Marine Research Network (BIMReN) Conference from November 4–6, 2025, marking a major milestone in advancing regional blue economy cooperation and marine research collaboration among Bay of Bengal nations. About First BIMSTEC-India Marine Research Network (BIMReN) Conference: What it is? A biennial regional platform under the BIMSTEC …
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Source: PIB Context: India will host a historic maritime convergence in February 2026 at Visakhapatnam, featuring the International Fleet Review (IFR), Exercise MILAN 2026, and the IONS Conclave of Chiefs, under the MAHASAGAR vision. About Exercise MILAN 2026: What it is? Exercise MILAN is a biennial multilateral naval exercise hosted by the Indian Navy since …
Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Q4. Why is the India–South Africa maritime partnership significant for Indian Ocean security? Evaluate the challenges in operationalising this partnership. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question: The recent India–South Africa submarine cooperation agreement (June 2025) highlights a …
