News: Turkey, Pakistan, Qatar and Indonesia signed the Badr MoU on October 21 to deepen defence cooperation and strengthen military capabilities. About Badr Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) The Badr Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is a multilateral defence-industrial cooperation agreement among Pakistan, Turkey, Qatar and Indonesia. Naming: Badr means “full moon”, symbolizing the complementary capabilities of… Continue reading Badr Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
Author: Arun
13th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM)-Plus 2026
News: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will lead the Indian delegation to the 13th ADMM-Plus in the Philippines on October 28–29, 2026. About 13th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM)-Plus 2026 Host: Philippines is hosting the 13th ADMM-Plus 2026. The meeting will be held in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, Philippines. Theme: The 2026 edition’s… Continue reading 13th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM)-Plus 2026
Key Facts about Liechtenstein
News: Prince Alois of Liechtenstein visited India to strengthen bilateral ties and economic cooperation following the India–EFTA TEPA’s operationalization. Key Facts about Liechtenstein Location: Liechtenstein is a small principality in Western Europe. It is a doubly landlocked country located between Switzerland and Austria. Polity: Liechtenstein is a constitutional monarchy headed by a hereditary prince. It’s… Continue reading Key Facts about Liechtenstein
Exercise “Keen Sword 27”
News: The United States and Japan are conducting their largest joint military exercise, involving around 56,000 personnel, through October 29. About Exercise “Keen Sword 27” Origin: The Exercise “Keen Sword 27” was established in 1986 between the United States and Japan. Nature: It is a major biennial, multi-domain joint field training exercise (FTX). Members: The… Continue reading Exercise “Keen Sword 27”
Ariel and Umbriel
News: October 24 marks the discovery anniversary of Ariel and Umbriel, two major inner moons of Uranus, discovered in 1851. About Ariel and Umbriel Ariel and Umbriel are two of the major inner moons of Uranus, which had 29 officially recognised moons as of August 2026. Discovery: British astronomer William Lassell discovered both moons on… Continue reading Ariel and Umbriel
Molecular Machines
News: Researchers developed a corkscrew-shaped molecular machine that changes its states in response to the direction of electric current. About Molecular Machines Molecular machines, or nanomachines, are combinations of molecular components that produce mechanical movements (output) in response to specific stimuli (input). They convert energy into motion to perform specific tasks. Mechanism: Stimulus: Molecular machines… Continue reading Molecular Machines
28th Charles Correa Gold Medal
News: Radhakrishnan M.S., a Kochi-based architecture student, won the 28th Charles Correa Gold Medal for his undergraduate thesis project. About 28th Charles Correa Gold Medal Initiation: Indian architect and urbanist Charles Correa initiated the Charles Correa Gold Medal award in 1998. Initial Coverage: The award was initially open to architecture colleges in Mumbai and Goa.… Continue reading 28th Charles Correa Gold Medal
Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
News: India is expected to mandate 1% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blending for international flights from 2027 under CORSIA. About Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) CORSIA is a global market-based mechanism to reduce carbon emissions from international flights. It is the first global market-based measure for any sector and represents a… Continue reading Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
Professor Ashoke Sen Becomes First Indian to Receive Oskar Klein Medal
News: Renowned Indian theoretical physicist Ashoke Sen has received the Oskar Klein Medal 2026, becoming the first Indian to win this international honour. About Oskar Klein Medal The Oskar Klein Medal is an international award that recognizes distinguished contributions to physics. Awarded by: The medal is awarded annually by Stockholm University and the Nobel Committee… Continue reading Professor Ashoke Sen Becomes First Indian to Receive Oskar Klein Medal
Shamonda Virus
News: France has reported the first documented human infection with the Shamonda virus in a seriously ill patient who died in October 2026. About Shamonda Virus Shamonda virus is a vector-borne virus. It belongs to the genus Orthobunyavirus and the family Peribunyaviridae. Origin: The virus was first isolated from cattle in Nigeria in 1965. It… Continue reading Shamonda Virus
