News: External Affairs Minister (EAM) met Secretary General of the League of Arab States to discuss strengthening cooperation between India and the Arab League across a wide range of sectors. About Arab League Aspects Description About The Arab League is also known as the League of Arab States (LAS). It is a regional organization comprising Arab states… Continue reading Arab League
Category: International Organisations
Euratom
News: The European Union (EU) and India have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation on the peaceful use of nuclear energy under the India–Euratom agreement. About Euratom The European Atomic Energy Community (EAEC or EURATOM) is an international organisation created by Treaty of Rome signed on 25 March 1957. Entered into force: 1st January 1958 Objective:… Continue reading Euratom
BRICS 2026
News: India formally launched the BRICS Presidency 2026 logo and official website in New Delhi. India will assume the BRICS chairship in 2026, coinciding with 20 years of BRICS since its inception. About BRICS 2026 About the logo: The logo of BRICS India 2026 is inspired by the lotus, India’s national flower. The overall shape… Continue reading BRICS 2026
United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA)
News: The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs projected India’s growth at 7.2% for 2025–26 in its World Economic Situation and Prospects 2026 report. About United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA) UNDESA is a core department of the United Nations Secretariat that leads work on economic, social, and environmental development.… Continue reading United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA)
OPEC+ (PLUS)
News: OPEC+ agreed in principle to maintain steady oil output despite falling prices, internal tensions, and widening geopolitical uncertainty among key members. About OPEC+ OPEC+ is a grouping of 22 oil-exporting countries that meets regularly to decide crude oil production levels to stabilise the global oil market. Genesis of OPEC+: OPEC+ was formed in 2016… Continue reading OPEC+ (PLUS)
India to Assume Prestigious Chairpersonship of Kimberly Process
News: The Kimberley Process (KP) Plenary has selected India to assume the chairpersonship of the Kimberley Process with effect from 1 January 2026. This will be the third occasion on which India has been entrusted with the chairpersonship of the Kimberley Process. About Kimberley Process and India’s Role The Kimberley Process is a tripartite international… Continue reading India to Assume Prestigious Chairpersonship of Kimberly Process
China Tests World-First Wireless Rail Convoy
News: Recently, China successfully tested seven fully loaded freight trains operating together as a single convoy without any physical coupling. About China Tests World-First Wireless Rail Convoy China tested a wireless-controlled freight train convoy that allowed multiple heavy trains to operate together without mechanical connections. Developed by: It is developed by the China Shenhua Energy… Continue reading China Tests World-First Wireless Rail Convoy
United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)
News: India reaffirmed its commitment to the ideals of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam and religious harmony at the 11th United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, UNAOC, forum in Riyadh. About United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) is an initiative to improve understanding and cooperative relations among nations and peoples across cultures and… Continue reading United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)
Operation Thunder 2025
News: More than 30,000 live animals, along with protected plants and timber, have been seized under Operation Thunder 2025. About Operation Thunder 2025 Operation Thunder 2025 is a major international law enforcement crackdown on illegal wildlife and forestry trade. The Operation is in its ninth year and is conducted annually. Aim: Its aim was to… Continue reading Operation Thunder 2025
Pax Silica Initiative
News: The opposition parties recently criticized Prime Minister over India’s exclusion from the United States–led Pax Silica initiative, attributing it to a sharp deterioration in his relationship with U.S. President. About Pax Silica Initiative Pax Silica is a United States–led strategic initiative focused on building a secure, resilient, and innovation-driven silicon and artificial intelligence supply… Continue reading Pax Silica Initiative
