News: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar represented India at CHOGM 2026 in Antigua and Barbuda, highlighting India’s digital public infrastructure and trade agreements. About Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2026 The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) is the Commonwealth’s principal forum for dialogue and collective decision-making, where leaders discuss shared challenges and promote… Continue reading Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2026
Category: Factly: IR
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the International Relations. You can find all relevant International updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
Ganga Water Treaty
News: Ahead of the Ganga Water Treaty’s expiry in December 2026, India reiterated that a structured mechanism exists to address the treaty’s requirements. About Ganga Water Treaty The Ganga Water Treaty is a 30-year bilateral agreement between India and Bangladesh. It governs the sharing of the Ganges River waters at the Farakka Barrage in West… Continue reading Ganga Water Treaty
1st Civilisational Dialogue Forum
News: India will host the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s (SCO) 1st Civilisational Dialogue Forum at Purana Qila in New Delhi. About 1st Civilisational Dialogue Forum 1st SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum is an inaugural cultural and diplomatic initiative. Duration: It is scheduled to be held from 20 November to 22 November 2026 at Purana Qila in New… Continue reading 1st Civilisational Dialogue Forum
Badr Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
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)
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
2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought
News: The 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought is collectively awarded to the International Criminal Court (ICC) and its officials. About 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought has been collectively awarded to the International Criminal Court (ICC) and its officials. The award has recognized the ICC’s… Continue reading 2026 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought
Exercise “Rummy”
News: French and British air forces have staged a joint exercise simulating a nuclear strike codenamed exercise “Rummy” for the first time. About Exercise “Rummy” Exercise “Rummy” is a joint nuclear strike simulation exercise by French and British air forces. Aim: It is aimed at enhancing coordination between western Europe’s two nuclear powers. Countries involved:… Continue reading Exercise “Rummy”
International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML)
News: India will host the 61st CIML Meeting for the first time, organised by the Department of Consumer Affairs in collaboration with International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML). About International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML) The International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML) is an intergovernmental organisation to promote the global harmonisation of legal metrology procedures. Establish… Continue reading International Organization of Legal Metrology (OIML)
Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC)
News: Geopolitical disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea have highlighted India’s need for safer and diversified energy routes like Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC). About Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC) The Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC) is also called the Chennai-Vladivostok Sea Route. It connects South India with Russia’s Far East. Origin: It was launched… Continue reading Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC)
Kaliningrad and Suwałki Gap
News: Russian President has warned of using nuclear weapons if Kaliningrad is attacked, highlighting the Suwałki Gap as a potential Russia-NATO flashpoint. About Kaliningrad Kaliningrad is a heavily militarized Russian territory separated from the Russia mainland. It is located between Poland and Lithuania and has a coastline on the Baltic Sea. It is situated on the… Continue reading Kaliningrad and Suwałki Gap
