Current Affair Category: International Relations

The Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD) is Asia’s premier defense summit. It serves as a unique platform where defense ministers, military chiefs, senior officials, and security experts from across the globe gather to discuss the most pressing security challenges facing the Indo-Pacific region. Institutional Framework; Organizer: It is organized and convened by the International Institute for Strategic […]

What is the Core News?: Scientists from the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) in Ahmedabad have published a new study in The Astrophysical Journal (May 2026). By analyzing data from Chandrayaan-3’s unexpected ‘hop’ (jump) experiment, they have revealed groundbreaking insights about the layers of the lunar soil. What was the ‘Hop’ Experiment?: The Event: On September […]

Why in News? The SMILE (Solar wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer) satellite was successfully launched on May 19, 2026, aboard a European Vega-C rocket from Europe’s Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana. The launch signifies a landmark achievement, representing the first comprehensive, mission-level space science partnership between Europe and China to study solar winds and space […]

During a historic bilateral visit to The Hague (May 2026), Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten officially elevated bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership. Anchored by a comprehensive Five-Year Roadmap (2026–2030), the two nations signed 17 pacts covering critical technological, economic, and security sectors. The partnership underscores a synergy between […]

The UN Watercourses Convention (1997): Full Name: Convention on the Law of the Non-Navigational Uses of International Watercourses. This is the most significant global framework for shared fresh water. It does not replace local treaties (like the Indus Waters Treaty) but provides a template for them. Core Principles: Equitable and Reasonable Utilization (Article 5): Countries […]

The 3rd India-Nordic Summit is scheduled to take place from May 15 to May 20, 2026, in Oslo, Norway. This summit is particularly significant as it follows the landmark India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) concluded in January 2026 and the India-EFTA TEPA (Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement). 1. Participants & Context: Host: Norway (Oslo). Members: […]

Why in News ? The European Union (EU) is planning an expansion of its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and the move could increase carbon tax costs on Indian manufactured exports to Europe. Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM): What is CBAM? A carbon tax on imports imposed by the European Union. Targets goods produced in […]

Why in News ? The External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar attended the AZEC Plus meeting convened by Japan, where he stressed India’s commitment to safe maritime trade and stronger global energy supply chains. The meeting also highlighted concerns over disruptions in West Asia and the need for stable energy flows and regional cooperation. The Asia […]

Why in News ? The One Health Summit recently took place in Lyon, France, with the High-Level Summit on 7 April, coinciding with World Health Day. Hosted by the French Government as one of the flagship events of the G7 French Presidency, the Summit will convene Heads of State and government, international organizations, scientists, civil […]

The Renewables 2025 Global Status Report (GSR 2025) is the 20th edition of the world’s most comprehensive annual overview of the renewable energy sector. Published by REN21 (a global multi-stakeholder network), it serves as the benchmark for measuring global progress in the transition to a renewables-based economy. Key Findings & Statistics Top Performers: Brazil, China, […]