BRICS seminar on Misuse of Internet by Terrorists

The National Investigation Agency recently organised a two-day virtual event with BRICS countries on “Misuse of Internet by terrorists”. India hosted the seminar as it is holding the BRICS chair for the year 2021. About the Seminar The seminar was ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2021

India’s Eight Point Action Plan to UNSC to combat terrorism

The External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar recently addressed the United Nations Security Council open debate. During his address, the minister proposed eight-point action plan. What is the eight-point action plan proposed by India? All the member nations should fulfil ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2021

What is Boko Haram?

The attack on farm workers in the North Eastern region of Nigeria has left at least 110 dead. The Boko Haram jihadist are blamed for the killing. Around 30 men were beheaded during the attack. The incident is considered as ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2020

India-European Union Counter Terrorism Dialogue held

On November 19, 2020, India and European Union held Counter Terrorism Dialogue. During the dialogue, the strategic partners condemned terrorism in all forms. Highlights The dialogue also reviewed threats posed by UN-sanctioned terrorist entities. India and European Union are to ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020

US troops in Afghanistan and Iraq withdrawn partially

On November 17, 2020, the US Government announced that the US troops in Afghanistan and Iraq will be reduced. The US forces in Afghanistan is to be reduced from 4,500 to 2,500 and in Iraq from 3,000 to 2,500. NATO ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020

Sudan removed from State sponsors of Terrorism List

On November 9, 2020, Sudan was removed from the list of State Sponsors of Terrorism. India has welcomed its removal. Also, India welcomed the normalisation of Sudan’s relations with Israel. Sudan-Israel After UAE, Bahrain, Sudan became the third country to ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2020

FATF: Pakistan to remain on “Grey List”

On October 24, 2020, the Financial Action Task Force voted for Pakistan to remain under “grey list” of the organisation. The decision was taken as Pakistan failed to comply with all the 27 parameters set by the FATF. It has ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2020

August 21: International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism observed by UN

21st August is observed as the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism by the United Nations. Key Highlights of the events It was the third commemoration of the day. An online high-level event with the ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2020

United Nations Security Council passes first COVID-19 resolution

On July 1, 2020, the United Nations Security Council adopted the first COVID-19 related resolution. The resolution demanded an immediate cessation of hostilities all around the world Highlights The resolution was drafted by France and Tunisia. The resolution calls for ..

Month: Current Affairs - July, 2020

Yusuf Memon: 1993 Mumbai Serial Blast Convict dies in Nashik Prison

On June 26, 2020, the 1993 Mumbai serial blast convict Yusuf Memon died at Nashik Prison. He is the brother of absconding accused Tiger Memon. Highlights Tiger Memon was the mastermind of the 1993 Mumbai blasts. He was alleged along ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2020