A record-breaking cold wave has swept through the US Midwest and is stated to be caused by a polar vortex. The polar vortex is a large area of low pressure and cold air surrounding both of the Earth’s poles. The term “vortex” refers to the counter-clockwise flow of air that helps keep the colder air… Continue reading What’s causing extreme cold in US Midwest
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Giant cavity in Antarctic glacier signals rapid decay
A NASA-led study has discovered a giant cavity growing at the bottom of the Thwaites Glacier. The glacier is located in western Antarctica and flows into Pine Island Bay, a part of the Amundsen Sea. According to NASA, the Thwaites Glacier is currently responsible for approximately 4% of global sea level rise. It holds enough… Continue reading Giant cavity in Antarctic glacier signals rapid decay
Stormy weather awaits India in 2019
Stormy weather awaits India in 2019 International relation News: Global events signal a Stormy weather year in 2019 with unexpected outcomes for India. Facts: International events: There is global leadership vacuum around the world and the rules governing international order are being diluted. The trade war and hegemony between US on one side and China… Continue reading Stormy weather awaits India in 2019
China outreach to Bhutan poses fresh challenge to India
China outreach to Bhutan poses fresh challenge to India International relation Important Facts: Grounds for China Interest in Bhutan: Newly formed Bhutan government wants to diversify its economy where china can be prominent partner Reduce excessive dependence on hydropower sector which is climate sensitive and offer limited employment opportunities India accounts for 80% of Bhutan… Continue reading China outreach to Bhutan poses fresh challenge to India
US Taliban Peace Agreement negotiation
US Taliban Peace Agreement negotiation Issue: Currently US and Taliban are engaged in Doha rounds of talk for negotiation of peace agreement Broad Contours of Framework for peace agreement between US and Taliban: Afghanistan should not be used as ground for terrorist attack on US and its allies Direct talk between Afghan Government and Taliban… Continue reading US Taliban Peace Agreement negotiation
A quiet but decisive shift in Indian foreign policy
A quiet but decisive shift in India’s foreign policy News: The article discusses the change Indian foreign policy has experienced from non-alignment to issue based alignment. Facts: Implying a significant shift in foreign policy, foreign secretary during the 2019 Raisina Dialogue remarked that “India has moved on from its non-aligned past and today is an… Continue reading A quiet but decisive shift in Indian foreign policy
India must build the capacity to make its G20 presidency in the future a success
India must build the capacity to make its G20 presidency in the future a success News: India will be the host to G20 in 2022 and needs to prepare for the event. Facts: The G20 leaders-level dialogue came into being during the western financial crisis of 2008. In 2022, India will be host to the… Continue reading India must build the capacity to make its G20 presidency in the future a success
Why internet addiction is worse than drugs
Why internet addiction is worse than drugs Issue: Internet Addiction cases on rise and becoming public health concern About Internet Addiction: Characterized by a loss of control over internet use and disregard for the consequences of it Affects up to 8% of Americans and is becoming more common around the world Becoming public health concern… Continue reading Why internet addiction is worse than drugs
Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)
What is Belt and Road Initiative? The Belt and Road Initiative is a Chinese foreign policy initiative promoted by president Xi Jinping in 2013 Initially the idea of Silk Road Economic Belt (SREB) and Maritime Silk Road (MSR) was put forward Subsequently, the two projects together came to be known as ‘One Belt One Road’… Continue reading Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)
