India and U.K. discuss Indo-Pacific and trade Context India and the United Kingdom spoke about the Indo-Pacific situation on Monday, reiterating their shared commitment to marine freedom. This was the location of the first-ever “2+2” Foreign and Defense Dialogue. Why is the Indo-Pacific Region so […]
U.S.-based advocacy groups raising voices for minority rights blocked on X in India Context The accounts of the Indian American Muslim Council (IAMC) and Hindus for Human Rights (HfHR), two U.S.-based non-profits that often critique the track record of Indian political leaders on matters pertaining […]
Centre revokes IIPS Director’s suspension after he resigns Context Through two official orders issued by the Health and Family Welfare Ministry last Wednesday, the Union government accepted K.S. James’s resignation, which was submitted in early August, and revoked the suspension order that had been placed […]
Sri Lanka moves towards RCEP; Bangladesh in queue Context Following India’s withdrawal from the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) agreement four years ago, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, two of India’s neighbours, are now evaluating their prospects of joining the fifteen-nation trading bloc. What is the […]
India reiterates call for a ‘sovereign Palestine state’ Context On Thursday night, an Air India flight arrived in Israel with 230 Indian citizens in need of evacuation as part of Operation Ajay, India’s operation to rescue its residents from conflict-ridden Israel. What is the recent […]
SC sets Oct. 31 for hearing electoral bonds case Context : The Supreme Court has set October 31 as the date for hearing petitions challenging the electoral bonds scheme. What is the Electoral Bonds Scheme? A financial instrument that enables the public to give money […]
Gaza strife raises worries about inflation Context Even if the government maintains retail fuel prices ahead of crucial elections, wholesale prices may increase, and a greater import bill might strain the currency, experts warned. A protracted Israel-Hamas conflict could push oil costs beyond India’s comfort […]
Judge selection delay not advisable, says SC Context On Monday, the Supreme Court stated that it may not be “advisable” to stall the entire judge nomination procedure and demand that the government first confirm any candidates that have previously been suggested or reaffirmed by the […]
Israel ‘at war’ as Hamas attack leaves 200 dead Context On Saturday, the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas launched the deadliest attack on Israel in years, killing at least 200 people and claiming to have taken dozens of hostages in a surprise attack combining gunmen crossing […]
Freebies before elections: SC Context The Supreme Court requested a statement from the states of Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan on Friday in response to a petition alleging that public funds are being exploited to provide nonsensical giveaways ahead of elections. What are freebies? In politics […]