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
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K9 Vajra-T
News: The Ministry of Defence has granted in-principle approval to procure over 300 additional K9 Vajra-T howitzers to modernise the Indian Army’s artillery. About K9 Vajra-T The K9 Vajra-T is India’s variant of South Korea’s K9 Thunder, a 155 mm, 52-calibre tracked self-propelled howitzer. A howitzer is an artillery weapon designed to fire explosive shells… Continue reading K9 Vajra-T
Ballon d’Or Award 2026
News: Harry Kane was crowned the Ballon d’Or Award 2026 winner, while Spain’s Alexia Putellas won the women’s award. About the Ballon d’Or Award 2026 Ballon d’Or Award 2026 has been won by Harry Kane, the Bayern Munich and England striker. Harry Kane is the first Englishman to win the prestigious award in 25 years,… Continue reading Ballon d’Or Award 2026
Rhodamine-B
News: Uttar Pradesh’s Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) has issued guidelines to prevent the use of harmful industrial dyes in food such as Rhodamine-B and regulate the use of permitted food colours. About Rhodamine-B Rhodamine-B is a synthetic dye known for its bright pink colour. It serves as a colouring agent, producing red and… Continue reading Rhodamine-B
Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD)
News: The Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD) has provisionally set aside $21.6 million for Nepal’s August 2026 floods. About Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD) The Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD) is financial mechanism of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to help vulnerable developing… Continue reading Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD)
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)
Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
News: Tigress T-2403 was spotted with three cubs in Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in Sawai Madhopur, though forest officials said the number of cubs was yet to be officially confirmed. About Ranthambore Tiger Reserve Location: The Ranthambore Tiger Reserve is located in the Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan. Establishment: It was established as the Sawai Madhopur… Continue reading Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
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
Key Facts about Liechtenstein
News: Prince Alois of Liechtenstein visited India to strengthen bilateral ties and economic cooperation following the India–EFTA TEPA’s operationalization. Key Facts about Liechtenstein Location: Liechtenstein is a small principality in Western Europe. It is a doubly landlocked country located between Switzerland and Austria. Polity: Liechtenstein is a constitutional monarchy headed by a hereditary prince. It’s… Continue reading Key Facts about Liechtenstein
Yonaguni Islands
News: Keen Sword 27, one of the largest joint military exercises between Japan and the US , has been conducted at Yonaguni Island near Taiwan. About Yonaguni Islands Location: Yonaguni Island is part of the Yaeyama Islands located in the Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It is the westernmost inhabited island of Japan. It is located 110… Continue reading Yonaguni Islands
