News: India and Lesotho reviewed the full spectrum of their bilateral relationship during the sixth meeting of the India-Lesotho Joint Bilateral Commission for Cooperation (JBCC) held in New Delhi. Key Facts about Lesotho Location: It is a landlocked country located in southern Africa. Largest enclave: It is entirely surrounded by South Africa, making it the largest of only three sovereign… Continue reading Key Facts about Lesotho
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.
BIMCO-ICS Seafarer Workforce Report 2026
News: India has emerged as the world’s second-largest supplier of seafarers, according to the BIMCO-ICS Seafarer Workforce Report 2026. About BIMCO-ICS Seafarer Workforce Report 2026 It is is regarded as the most comprehensive assessment of global supply of and demand for seafarers. Published by: It is jointly published by BIMCO and the International Chamber of… Continue reading BIMCO-ICS Seafarer Workforce Report 2026
East Asia Summit
News: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, at the 21st East Asia Summit in Manila, stressed safe maritime channels and called for dialogue on regional conflicts. About East Asia Summit (EAS) The East Asia Summit is a leader-led forum where Indo-Pacific partners discuss regional political, security, and economic challenges. Establishment: It was established in 2005 with the convening… Continue reading East Asia Summit
Rome Declaration for an Unarmed and Disarming Peace
News: The Rome Declaration for an Unarmed and Disarming Peace was signed on 16 July to seek a treaty restricting AI access to nuclear launches. About Rome Declaration for an Unarmed and Disarming Peace Rome Declaration for an Unarmed and Disarming Peace is a declaration that calls for an international treaty to prevent autonomous AI systems… Continue reading Rome Declaration for an Unarmed and Disarming Peace
Ex Pitch Black 2026
News: The Indian Air Force started participating in Ex Pitch Black 2026 at the Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin from 20 July 2026. About Ex Pitch Black 2026 Ex Pitch Black 2026 is the Royal Australian Air Force’s flagship biennial multinational air combat exercise with a 45-year history. Origin of Name: The name “Pitch… Continue reading Ex Pitch Black 2026
Treaty of Rarotonga
News: China tested its first submarine-launched ICBM in international waters which landed in the South Pacific Nuclear-Free Zone under the Treaty of Rarotonga, raising strategic concerns for India and the Indo-Pacific over China’s expanding nuclear capabilities. About Treaty of Rarotonga The Treaty of Rarotonga is an international agreement that establishes the South Pacific as a nuclear-weapon-free… Continue reading Treaty of Rarotonga
Key Highlights of PM’s Visit to New Zealand
News: India and New Zealand announced the India–New Zealand Strategic Partnership and adopted the Roadmap to 2030during the Prime Minister’s visit. About Key Highlights of PM’s Visit to New Zealand (2026) Strategic Partnership: On 11 July 2026, the Prime Ministers of India and New Zealand met in Auckland and announced the India–New Zealand Strategic Partnership. Key… Continue reading Key Highlights of PM’s Visit to New Zealand
Best Egmont Case Award (BECA) 2026
News: The Financial Intelligence Unit–India (FIU-IND) has earned significant international recognition with its case regarding a large-scale cyber fraud, securing the Runner-up position at the prestigious Best Egmont Case Award (BECA) 2026. About Best Egmont Case Award (BECA) 2026 The Best Egmont Case Award is one of the highest recognitions within the Egmont Group. Note:… Continue reading Best Egmont Case Award (BECA) 2026
Key Highlights of PM’s Visit to Australia (2026)
News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Australia from 8–10 July 2026 for the Third Australia–India Annual Summit in Melbourne. About Key Highlights of PM’s Visit to Australia (2026) Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Australia from 8–10 July 2026 at the invitation of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese for the Third Australia–India Annual Summit in Melbourne. Key Outcomes… Continue reading Key Highlights of PM’s Visit to Australia (2026)
Guwahati Declaration
News: The BRICS nations adopted the Guwahati Declaration at the BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies Meeting held in Guwahati under India’s 2026 BRICS chairmanship. About Guwahati Declaration The Guwahati Declaration was adopted to strengthen cooperation against illicit drug trafficking and related transnational organized crime. Adopted by: The declaration was adopted by the BRICS nations, under India’s… Continue reading Guwahati Declaration
