Current affairs

Multilateralism After the UN: The Future of Global Governance in a Multipolar World

The world today stands at a crucial crossroads. As the United Nations (UN) completes 80 years of its existence, debates around its relevance, effectiveness, and legitimacy have grown louder. The UN, established in 1945 after World War II, was envisioned...

India–U.S. 10-Year Defence Partnership Framework

Context India and the United States signed a landmark 10-year “Framework for the U.S.–India Major Defence Partnership” during the 12th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Key Highlights of the Framework Policy Direction: Establishes an overarching vision...

UNEP Adaptation Gap Report 2025: Running on Empty — Rising Costs, Falling Finance

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has released its Adaptation Gap Report 2025, titled “Running on Empty”, highlighting a growing divide between climate adaptation needs and available financing, especially for developing nations. As global temperatures continue to rise and climate...

National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC): Structure, Role, and Recent Cyclone Montha Review

The National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC) plays a vital role in coordinating India’s emergency response during major natural and man-made disasters.Chaired by the Cabinet Secretary, NCMC ensures effective inter-ministerial coordination, resource mobilization, and quick decision-making to minimize loss of life...

APEDA Facilitates First-Ever Air Shipment of GI-Tagged Indi and Puliyankudi Limes to the United Kingdom

In a remarkable boost to India’s agricultural exports, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has facilitated the first-ever international air shipment of GI-tagged Indi Lime from Karnataka and Puliyankudi...

India’s Initiative to Introduce AI in Early Education: A Step Towards Future-Ready Learning

In a major educational reform, the Ministry of Education has announced that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will become part of the school curriculum from Class 3 onwards starting in the 2026–27 academic year. This initiative aims to prepare young learners for...

20th East Asia Summit 2025: Leaders Reaffirm Multilateralism and Collective Action for Global Peace

The 20th East Asia Summit (EAS) was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on October 28, 2025, marking the 20th anniversary of the forum’s inception. Leaders from 18 member countries reaffirmed their commitment to multilateralism, international law, and the UN Charter,...

Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS): Meaning, Mechanism, and Importance

Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) is a crucial concept under the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the Nagoya Protocol (2010). It ensures that the benefits arising from the use of genetic resources and traditional knowledge are fairly and equitably...

Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS): Boosting India’s Self-Reliance in High-Tech Manufacturing

The Government of India has approved the first batch of projects worth over ₹5,500 crore under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) — a transformative step in India’s journey toward “Atmanirbhar Bharat” in the electronics sector. The scheme, launched by...

Climate Inequality Report 2025: How Wealth is Driving the Climate Crisis

The recently released Climate Inequality Report 2025, co-authored by Lucas Chancel and Cornelia Mohren of the World Inequality Lab, has exposed a critical yet overlooked aspect of global warming — the inequality of responsibility for climate change. The report reveals...