News: The Kimberley Process (KP) Plenary has selected India to assume the chairpersonship of the Kimberley Process with effect from 1 January 2026. This will be the third occasion on which India has been entrusted with the chairpersonship of the Kimberley Process. About Kimberley Process and India’s Role The Kimberley Process is a tripartite international… Continue reading India to Assume Prestigious Chairpersonship of Kimberly Process
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Anjadip – Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft
News: INS Anjadip’ Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft) was delivered to the Indian Navy. About INS Anjadip – Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) INS Anjadip is the third of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft being inducted into the Indian Navy. Named after: The ship derives its name from Anjadip Island located off… Continue reading Anjadip – Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft
Fast Patrol Vessel ‘Amulya’
News: Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Ship ‘Amulya’ Fast Patrol Vessels was commissioned in Goa. About Fast Patrol Vessel ‘Amulya’ ICG Ship Amulya is a new-generation Fast Patrol Vessel of the Indian Coast Guard. Naming: The name Amulya means “priceless” and reflects India’s defence self-reliance under Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make-in-India initiatives. The vessel will be based… Continue reading Fast Patrol Vessel ‘Amulya’
Adi Sanskriti Digital Platform
News: The Tribal Affairs Ministry launched the beta version of “Adi Sanskriti” digital platform aimed at preserving tribal art forms, creating livelihood opportunities and connecting tribal communities with the world. About Adi Sanskriti Digital Platform Adi Sanskriti is a digital platform for tribal art forms and heritage aimed at preserving tribal art forms, creating livelihood… Continue reading Adi Sanskriti Digital Platform
Exercise DESERT CYCLONE–II
News: An Indian Army contingent has departed for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to participate in the second edition of the India-UAE Joint Military Exercise DESERT CYCLONE-II. About Exercise DESERT CYCLONE–II Exercise DESERT CYCLONE–II is the second edition of the India–UAE Joint Military Exercise being conducted in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The exercise is… Continue reading Exercise DESERT CYCLONE–II
Central Information Commission(CIC)
News: The Central Information Commission has reached its full sanctioned strength of 11 members for the first time in seven years following the appointment of IAS officer Raj Kumar Goyal as the Chief Information Commissioner. About Central Information Commission (CIC) The Central Information Commission was constituted on 12 October 2005. It functions as a statutory… Continue reading Central Information Commission(CIC)
Exercise EKATHA 2025
News: Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy is undertaking an official visit to the Maldives from 15 to 17 December 2025 to attend the closing ceremony of Exercise EKATHA 2025. About Exercise EKATHA 2025 Exercise EKATHA 2025 was the eighth edition of the annual bilateral maritime exercise. Conducted between: Indian Navy… Continue reading Exercise EKATHA 2025
India–Jordan Ties
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – International relation. Introduction India and Jordan share a long-standing and stable partnership based on trust, respect, and regular dialogue. Diplomatic relations, established in 1950, have grown into a mature relationship with strong political engagement, expanding economic links, and growing cooperation in defence, technology, education, and culture. Prime Minister… Continue reading India–Jordan Ties
SDAT Squash World Cup 2025
News: The Indian Squash Team won its first‑ever World Cup title at the SDAT Squash World Cup 2025. About SDAT Squash World Cup 2025 Organized by: World Squash Federation (WSF) in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Winner: India Runner up: Hong Kong, China India becomes the first Asian country to win the SDAT Squash World Cup. India… Continue reading SDAT Squash World Cup 2025
Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (IGC)
News: India to host the 20th session of the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee for Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage from 8 to 13 December 2025 in New Delhi. About Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (IGC) The Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (IGC) was established under… Continue reading Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (IGC)
