News: India and Greece have signed a Joint Declaration of Intent aimed at enhancing defence industrial cooperation, laying the foundation for deeper collaboration between the two countries. About Greece Location It is located on the southern edge of the Balkan Peninsula. Greece occupies a strategic position at the junction of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Borders Greece… Continue reading Key Facts about Greece
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.
Devnimori Relics
News: India organised the first-ever public exposition of the Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha outside India at the Gangaramaya Temple, Colombo (Sri Lanka). About Devnimori Relics The Devnimori Relics originate from the Devnimori archaeological site near Shamlaji in the Aravalli district of Gujarat. The inscription language is Brahmi script & Sanskrit. The site was first… Continue reading Devnimori Relics
African Union
News: African Union (AU) stated that a drone attack by the M23 armed group on a civilian airport at Kisangani (DR Congo) may constitute an “act of terrorism”. About African Union Establishment Founded: 2002 Predecessor: Organisation of African Unity (OAU) OAU Founded: May 25, 1963 Constitutive Act signed: July 11, 2000 (Lomé, Togo) Constitutive Act… Continue reading African Union
FORGE Initiative
News: India has extended support to the FORGE Initiative, launched at the inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial (Washington DC, February 2026). About FORGE Initiative FORGE (Forum on Resource, Geostrategic Engagement) is a multilateral framework on critical minerals. It is the successor to the US-led Mineral Security Partnership (MSP). It is launched to address emerging geostrategic and… Continue reading FORGE Initiative
Project Vault
News: The United States announced Project Vault to build a critical minerals stockpile to reduce dependence on China and manage supply disruptions. About Project Vault Project Vault is a public-private partnership created to buy and store critical minerals and rare earth elements. Announced by: The initiative was announced by the President of the United States,… Continue reading Project Vault
Exercise KHANJAR XIII
News: The thirteenth edition of Exercise KHANJAR has begun at Misamari in Assam, involving Special Forces from India and Kyrgyzstan. About Exercise KHANJAR XIII Exercise KHANJAR XIII is a joint military exercise conducted between India and Kyrgyzstan to enhance Special Forces cooperation. First edition: India and Kyrgyzstan have been conducting this exercise annually since 2011… Continue reading Exercise KHANJAR XIII
Commission for Social Development (CSocD)
News: India reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive social development at the 64th Session of the Commission for Social Development, held with participation of over 100 UN member states. About Commission for Social Development (CSocD) The Commission for Social Development is a functional commission of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN-ECOSOC). It advises the… Continue reading Commission for Social Development (CSocD)
New Country Partnership Framework (NCPF)
News: India and the World Bank Group announced a new Country Partnership Framework to support India’s next phase of growth aligned with Viksit Bharat. About New Country Partnership Framework (NCPF) The New Country Partnership Framework is a strategic partnership between India and the World Bank Group for the period 2026–2031. Key aspects of NCPF Growth… Continue reading New Country Partnership Framework (NCPF)
Arab League
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
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
