International courts and climate change Why in the news? A group of 16 countries has launched a gallant effort to fight the problem of climate change at the United Nations (UN). What is the issue? Led by Vanuatu, an island country in the South Pacific Ocean, the group seeks an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice (ICJ)Read more
India and Italy: Friends in a turbulent world Why in News? On the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Italy and India, the summit between the Italian Prime Minister and Indian Prime Minister was held on March 2. What were the major developments during the summit? The Joint Declaration approved at the Summit affirms theRead more
New reality: On Saudi Arabia-Iran reconciliation and China’s role Why in News? Saudi Arabia and Iran, two of West Asia’s major powers that have been at odds with each other for decades, agreed to restore diplomatic relations in an agreement brokered by China. What is the history of the ties? Islamic sectarianism – The rivalry betweenRead more
Safe harbour at risk: On the impact of the proposed Digital India Act, 2023 Why in News? The Government is reconsidering a key aspect of cyberspace — ‘safe harbour’, which is the principle that allows social media platforms to avoid liability for posts made by users. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology will soon comeRead more
Intense engagement: On India-Germany ties Why in the news? Chancellor Scholz’s 2-day visit to India significantly coincided with the 1st anniversary of Russia’s war on Ukraine. What is the history of India-Germany relations? Political relations – India is one of the 1st countries to end the state of war with post-war Germany in 1951 and recognize the Federal RepublicRead more
Border troubles: On Brexit and the Northern Ireland protocol Why in the news? The UK government reached a landmark deal with the European Union (EU) on post-Brexit trade rules related to governing Northern Ireland. About ‘Windsor Framework’ The ‘Windsor Framework’ will replace the Northern Ireland Protocol, which had proved to be among the thorniest of BrexitRead more
The Road to End Tuberculosis (TB) Why in the news? India’s G20 presidency this year and the Varanasi Stop TB board meeting could provide a perfect platform to end TB. Status of TB in India Most of the TB statistics for India are collected by the Government’s National Tuberculosis Elimination Program. The NTEP then passesRead more
The India-Australia relationship: Strategic and trade ties; the China factor Why in News? Australian Prime Minister is visiting India for India-Australia Summit in March 2023, seeking to strengthen the new momentum in ties between the two countries through deeper trade, investment and defence relations. Historical Perspective Australia and India for the first time established diplomatic relations inRead more
The wide disparities in human development Human development is not solely focused on the pursuit of economic growth and maximizing wealth in the economy. Instead, it is centred around the idea of humanity, which involves expanding freedom, improving capabilities, promoting equal opportunities, and ensuring a prosperous, healthy, and lengthy life. India is now one of the fastest-growingRead more
1) Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2023: The Bill amends the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969. Need: To keep pace with societal change and technological advancements and to make it more citizen-friendly. Key highlights: Provides for the appointment of a Registrar-General, India for issuing general directions for registration of births andRead more
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