India welcomes U.S.-Maldives defence agreement
News: U.S. Department of Defence (DoD) and the Maldives Ministry of Defence has signed the “Framework for a Defence and Security Relationship” agreement. Facts: About the agreement: It is a …
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Explainer: What is hybrid warfare?
News: A report in The Indian Express has suggested that China may be employing hybrid warfare strategy to gain an edge against India. Facts: Hybrid Warfare: It is a military …
Read MoreGovernment introduces three agricultural reform Bills in Lok Sabha
News: Government of India has introduced three bills in Lok Sabha which are aimed at transformation of agriculture in the country and raising farmers income. Facts: Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) …
Read MoreSingapore Convention on Mediation enters into force
News: Singapore Convention on Mediation has entered into force marking a significant development in international commercial dispute resolution. Facts: Singapore Convention also known as the United Nations Convention on International …
Read MoreIndia-China standoff casts shadow on Nathu La border trade
News: The tensions between India and China has affected trade along the Nathu La. Facts: Nathu La: It is a mountain pass in the Himalayas connecting Sikkim with Chumbi Valley …
Read MoreDRDO develops P-7 Heavy Drop System
News: Defence Research and Development Organization(DRDO) has developed the P-7 Heavy Drop System. Facts: P-7 Heavy Drop System: It is used for para dropping military stores up to 7-ton weight …
Read MoreGlobal CO2 emissions to fall by up to 7% in 2020 due to Covid-19
News: United in Science 2020 report has been released by the UN Secretary General. Facts: About the report: The report aims to bring together the latest climate science related updates …
Read MoreBangladesh launches campaign against fake information and rumours
Facts: The Government of Bangladesh has launched a campaign named ‘Asol Chini’ with the aim to create digital literacy to fight fake information and rumour spreading on social media.
Read MoreOrientation and Training Programme of iRAD App
News: Ministry of Road and Transport Highways has organized a training programme for the implementation of the Integrated Road Accident Database Project(iRAD). Facts: Integrated Road Accident Database Project(iRAD): It is …
Read MoreExplained: What is Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act?
News: Government of India has suspended the icences of 13 non-governmental organisations(NGOs) under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010. Facts: Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act: It is an act of …
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