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Indian Diaspora

In News Recently, the Prime Minister of India inaugurated the 17th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention. About Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Origin: To mark this day, the tradition of celebrating Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) started in 2003.  1st PBD Convention was organized on 9 January 2003 to mark the contribution of the overseas Indian community to […]

F-1 and M-1 Visa Programs

In News Recently, according to the monthly visa reports it was found that the Indians got nearly twice as many US student visas as Chinese this year. About F-1 and M-1 Visa Programs Country wise assessment China remains the top overall source of international students to America. China accounts for the largest share of international […]

Impact of Economic Sanctions on Russia

In News The economic sanctions imposed by the US, UK, and the EU on Russia for going to war against Ukraine could prove to be detrimental to the country.  Economic Sanctions About:  These sanctions can range from export restrictions to trade embargos and seizure of assets. Meaning:  Economic sanctions are penalties or bans that are […]

Iranian Nuclear Deal

In News Recently, talks to revive Iran’s 2015 nuclear deal with world powers were mired in uncertainty following Russia’s demands. About  Russia demanded for a U.S. guarantee that the sanctions it faces over the Ukraine conflict will not hurt its trade with Tehran. The fact stated was that the Western sanctions over Ukraine had become […]

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2022

In News The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) is observed and celebrated on 9 January across the country.  It is a day to acknowledge and mark the contribution of the Indian community staying abroad in the development of the country. About Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) The theme of 16th PBD Convention 2021 is: “Contributing to Atma […]

Violence in South Africa

In News The unrest in South Africa, set off after the imprisonment of former President Jacob Zuma, has claimed 72 lives so far. About The rioting originated in Zuma’s home province of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), where he is serving a 15-month sentence for contempt of court, after failing to appear for a corruption inquiry.  It has […]

India-Sweden Defence Industry Webinar

In News Recently, India and Sweden have held a defence industry webinar. Key Highlights A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers and the Swedish Security and Defence Industry Association to promote bilateral defence industrial relations. The Defence Minister of India has invited a high-level delegation from Sweden to […]

4th India-Swiss Financial Dialogue

In News The 4th India-Swiss Financial Dialogue was held virtually through video conferencing.  About Both the countries discussed economic matters as well as coordination on global pandemic situations. The Indian delegation included representatives from the Department of Economic Affairs, Department of Revenue, Department of Financial Services and Ministry of External Affairs. Major Highlights The Dialogue […]

UNHRC Resolution on Sri Lanka

In News Recently, the resolution on ‘Promoting reconciliation, accountability and human rights in Sri Lanka’ has been adopted at the 46th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva. About the Resolution It was the first to be voted on using the extraordinary e-voting procedures established for the 46th Session, which was […]