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Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Q3. Discuss the significance of the U.S.–Iran ceasefire for regional stability in West Asia. Explain its implications for India’s foreign policy. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question Recent developments like the U.S.–Iran ceasefire (2026) highlight the intersection …
Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space Q6. Explain the difference between GPS jamming and GPS spoofing. Discuss their implications for modern navigation systems used in aviation and maritime sectors. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Recent incidents of GPS interference around the Strait of Hormuz and other conflict zones …
Source: BS Subject: Mapping Context: Escalating hostilities between Iran, Israel, and the United States have put the Strait of Hormuz under global scrutiny amid fears of disruption to oil and LNG shipments. About The Strait of Hormuz: What it is? The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow but strategically vital waterway that serves as the …
Source: CNN Subject: International Relations Context: The United States and Israel launched a massive joint military operation, Operation Epic Fury (or Operation Genesis), against Iran. The strikes resulted in the assassination of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and approximately 40 high-ranking officials, triggering a multi-front regional war About The Iran-Israel War: What it is? This …
Source: FP Subject: Mapping Context: Iran temporarily shut parts of the Strait of Hormuz to conduct live-fire military drills named “Smart Control of the Strait of Hormuz.” This rare move coincided with indirect nuclear talks in Geneva and served as a strategic signal to the U.S. amid escalating regional tensions. About Strait of Hormuz: What …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 18 June 2025 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: 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 …
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 …
