Source: The post is based on the article “Eight former Indian Navy officers get death penalty in Qatar” published in “The Hindu” on 27th October 2023 Why in the News? Eight former Indian Navy personnel working for a company in Doha were given the death penalty by a local court in Qatar. Why have former… Continue reading Eight former Indian Navy officers get death penalty in Qatar
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.
Cabinet approves Memorandum of Cooperation between India and Japan on Japan-India Semiconductor Supply Chain Partnership
Source: The post is based on the article “Cabinet approves Memorandum of Cooperation between India and Japan on Japan-India Semiconductor Supply Chain Partnership” published in “PIB” on 26th October 2023 Why in the News? The Union Cabinet of India has approved a memorandum of cooperation between India and Japan on a Semiconductor Supply Chain Partnership.… Continue reading Cabinet approves Memorandum of Cooperation between India and Japan on Japan-India Semiconductor Supply Chain Partnership
Canada’s actions are in violation of Vienna Convention, says Jaishankar
Source: The post is based on the article “Canada’s actions are in violation of Vienna Convention, says Jaishankar” published in “The Hindu” on 23rd October 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Vienna Convention?3 What does the 1961 Vienna Convention say about recalling diplomats?4 Are there any past instances of recalling diplomats? What… Continue reading Canada’s actions are in violation of Vienna Convention, says Jaishankar
No violation of Vienna Convention rules: India
Source: The post is based on the article “No violation of Vienna Convention rules: India” published in “Business Standard” on 21st October 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Vienna Convention?3 Why has Canada accused India of violating the Vienna Convention?4 What was India’s response to this violation of the Vienna Convention? What… Continue reading No violation of Vienna Convention rules: India
6th Assembly of International Solar Alliance to be held in New Delhi
Source: The post is based on the article “6th Assembly of International Solar Alliance to be held in New Delhi” published in “PIB” on 19th October 2023 What is the News? The Sixth Assembly of the International Solar Alliance is being held in New Delhi. What is the International Solar Alliance(ISA)? Click Here to read… Continue reading 6th Assembly of International Solar Alliance to be held in New Delhi
India-Sri Lanka ferry service restarted after 40 yrs
Source: The post is based on the article “India-Sri Lanka ferry service restarted after 40 yrs” published in “Indian Express” on 18th October 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the ferry service launched between India and Sri Lanka?3 What are the benefits of ferry service between India and Sri Lanka?4 What has been… Continue reading India-Sri Lanka ferry service restarted after 40 yrs
What is the white phosphorus that Israel is accused of using in Gaza?
Source: The post is based on the article “What is the white phosphorus that Israel is accused of using in Gaza?” published in “Al Jazeera” on 17th October 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is White Phosphorus?3 What harm can white phosphorus cause to humans?4 Is White Phosphorus banned? What is the News? Human… Continue reading What is the white phosphorus that Israel is accused of using in Gaza?
Finland investigates suspected sabotage of Baltic-connector gas pipeline
Source: The post is based on the article “Finland investigates suspected sabotage of Baltic-connector gas pipeline” published in “BBC” on 16th October 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Baltic-connector gas pipeline?3 Where is the Baltic Sea?4 What are Baltic States? What is the News? Finland is investigating potential sabotage of the Baltic-connector… Continue reading Finland investigates suspected sabotage of Baltic-connector gas pipeline
RISE Initiative: World Bank and Japan collaborate to boost mineral investments and clean energy jobs for developing countries
Source: The post is based on the article “RISE Initiative: World Bank and Japan collaborate to boost mineral investments and clean energy jobs for developing countries” published in “The Print” on 14th October 2023 What is the News? The World Bank has partnered with several countries to launch the Resilient and Inclusive Supply-chain Enhancement(RISE) initiative.… Continue reading RISE Initiative: World Bank and Japan collaborate to boost mineral investments and clean energy jobs for developing countries
India launches Op Ajay to bring home citizens from Israel-Hamas war zone
Source: The post is based on the article “India launches Op Ajay to bring home citizens from Israel-Hamas war zone” published in “Indian Express” on 12th October 2023 What is the News? India has launched Operation Ajay to facilitate the return of citizens from Israel amid a full-blown war with the Hamas group in Gaza.… Continue reading India launches Op Ajay to bring home citizens from Israel-Hamas war zone
