Current Affair Category: International Relations

The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention is being held from January 8 to 10, 2025, in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. This biennial event honors the contributions of the Indian diaspora to India’s development and fosters connections between the homeland and its overseas communities. Theme: The theme for this year’s convention is “Diaspora’s Contribution to a Viksit […]

Why in News ?Union Home Minister Amit Shah has recently inaugurated the ‘Bharatpol’ portal  which aims to streamline international cooperation for law investigating agencies. Bharatpol — broadcast hub for assistance and real-time action against transnational crimes via international police cooperation — was developed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). It will allow central and state […]

The Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone (GTSEZ), located in northern Laos along the Mekong River, is a region developed to boost foreign investment and tourism. Operated largely by Chinese interests, particularly the Kings Romans Group, the zone has garnered international attention for its economic activities and controversies surrounding illegal operations. GTSEZ: Key Features Economic Activities: […]

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party, a position he has held for nearly a decde. He will continue to serve as Prime Minister until a successor is chosen. Reasons for Resignation: Declining Popularity: Trudeau’s approval ratings have significantly dropped due to various controversies and perceived mishandling […]

Why in News?  Recently, the EIC initiated a gap assessment study to evaluate the food testing infrastructure for exports, identifying any shortcomings in facilities and processes that may impact the quality assurance of exported goods. About EIC: The Export Inspection Council (EIC) is a statutory body set up by the Government of India under the […]

Kerala Nurse in Yemen: Death Penalty Case and Legal Procedure A Kerala nurse, Reshma (name used for context), was reportedly sentenced to death in Yemen after being convicted for allegedly killing a Yemeni citizen. The death penalty in Yemen, like in many other countries, involves a legal process with several steps: Legal Procedure for Death […]

Why in  news ?Authorities in the dual island nation of Trinidad and Tobago imposed a nationwide state of emergency recently following a spate of recent killings linked to gang violence. The move followed what a local official dubbed an “outbreak of gang violence” over the weekend that saw multiple people shot dead in public areas. […]

Overview of the H-1B Visa Debate and Key Figures: 1. Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy’s Position Musk and Ramaswamy support increasing H-1B visas for skilled foreign workers. They argue that the U.S. faces a permanent shortage of top engineering talent. Musk highlighted the importance of foreign talent for Silicon Valley, citing his own history as […]

Make America Great Again” (MAGA) “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) is a political slogan that gained prominence during the 2016 U.S. presidential campaign of Donald J. Trump. It became the central theme of his political movement and presidency. The slogan reflects a vision of restoring America’s perceived past greatness, often emphasizing economic prosperity, national pride, […]

The Siang Upper Multipurpose Hydroelectric Project is a proposed dam and hydroelectric power project on the Siang River, the Indian extension of the Brahmaputra River, in the northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh. This ambitious project aims to address India’s growing energy demands while tapping into the hydropower potential of the Siang River. Key Facts Location: […]