What is the News? India and Pakistan will hold the 116th meeting of the Permanent Indus Commission(PIC) in New Delhi. They will discuss water sharing issues and address each other’s concerns with the Indus Water Treaty. About Permanent Indus Commission(PIC): The Permanent Indus Commission is a bilateral commission of officials from India and Pakistan. It… Continue reading 116th meeting of the “Permanent Indus Commission(PIC)”
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Refugees from Myanmar and India’s internal Security challenge
Synopsis: Mizoram and the Indian government are taking a different stand on the current issue of refugees from Myanmar. Introduction: After the coup in Myanmar, at least, 1,000 people from the adjoining Chin state of Myanmar crossed the border and are currently at Mizoram. Since the Chins are ethnically related to the Mizos, the Mizoram… Continue reading Refugees from Myanmar and India’s internal Security challenge
India sealed “India-Myanmar border” entry points
What is the News? India has sealed all entry points along the India-Myanmar border. Further, India is closely monitoring border areas to prevent any Myanmar nationals from entering the country. Why India sealed the entry points of the India-Myanmar border? After the coup in Myanmar, widespread civil disobedience movements(CDM) are taking place all over Myanmar.… Continue reading India sealed “India-Myanmar border” entry points
Use of Non Violence in Myanmar Protests
Synopsis: The February 2021 coup in Myanmar Protests removed the democratically elected government. Since then people have adopted the non-violent approach of Gandhi for pressuring the military junta. Contents1 Background:2 About Non-Violence and its usage:3 Myanmar and tool of Non-Violence:4 Significance of Non-Violent Protests:5 Way Ahead: Background: The democratically elected leaders in Myanmar’s protects were… Continue reading Use of Non Violence in Myanmar Protests
India-Bangladesh meeting under “Joint Rivers Commission framework”
What is the News? India-Bangladesh Water Resources Secretary-level meeting held under the Joint Rivers Commission framework. The meeting took place in New Delhi. What are the key takeaways from the meeting? India and Bangladesh share 54 common rivers. It directly impacts the livelihood of people in the two countries. Hence, both the countries agreed to… Continue reading India-Bangladesh meeting under “Joint Rivers Commission framework”
Afghan Peace Process and India – Explained, Pointwise
Contents1 Introduction2 Background of the Afghan peace process3 Need of a new Afghan peace process4 About the new Afghan peace plan of Biden administration5 Challenges to Afghan Peace Process6 Why is the Afghan peace process is important for India?7 What are the challenges in front of India?8 India’s policy towards the Afghan Peace process9 Suggestions… Continue reading Afghan Peace Process and India – Explained, Pointwise
Issue of Refugees in India – Explained, Pointwise
Contents1 Introduction2 About the recent Refugee issue with Myanmar3 Few important terminologies:4 Legal Framework for Refugees in India5 Challenges with the refugees6 Suggestions Introduction A Mizoram based, Zo Reunification Organisation (ZORO) petitioned the Prime Minister to impose sanctions on current military-ruled Myanmar. It is also demanding to shelter the refugees from Myanmar on Humanitarian grounds.… Continue reading Issue of Refugees in India – Explained, Pointwise
MHA directive on “Influx of Illegal Immigrants From Myanmar”
What is the News? Ministry of Home Affairs(MHA) has written to states, sharing international boundaries with Myanmar. Chief Secretaries of these states (Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Arunachal Pradesh) are asked to take appropriate action to check illegal influx from Myanmar into India. Why was this directive issued? Myanmar’s military has seized full control of the… Continue reading MHA directive on “Influx of Illegal Immigrants From Myanmar”
India’s new policy of proactive diplomacy
Synopsis: India’s new policy of proactive diplomacy and strong ground posturing is working well. Introduction Things are getting better for India in the neighborhood. China has withdrawn its troops in eastern Ladakh across the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Also, Pakistan has initiated a ceasefire across the Line of Control (LoC). The new U.S. administration… Continue reading India’s new policy of proactive diplomacy
“China’s 5-year plan” and India’s Concerns
What is the News? China formally approves the outline of its 14th 5-year plan (2021-25). Some proposed projects in China’s 5-year plan are the cause of concern for India. What are the key Concerns for India in China’s 5-year plan? Dam on Lower Reaches of Brahmaputra River: China’s 5-year plan approves the construction of a… Continue reading “China’s 5-year plan” and India’s Concerns
