Category: International

Operation ATALANTA

The European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR) Operation ATALANTA has proposed a joint naval exercise with the Indian Navy, scheduled for late May. Unlike the routine Passage Exercises (PASSEX) previously conducted, this exercise is expected to be more comprehensive in scope. Key Highlights

PEN-Plus Model

Over the past four years, twenty African countries have significantly expanded access to treatment for severe non-communicable diseases (NCDs) by implementing the PEN-Plus model, according to a new report highlighting progress in regional healthcare delivery.

Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra Added to UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register

Manuscripts of the Bhagavad Gita and Bharata’s Natyashastra, preserved at the Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute in Pune, have been added to the UNESCO Memory of the World (MoW) Register for 2025. These are among the 74 new additions made this year to the prestigious Register. About Natyashastra About Bhagavad Gita About Memory of the World Programme Other Indian entries in the Register include: (Source: IE)

QShield-World’s first unified cryptography management platform

On World Quantum Day (April 14, 2025), QNu Labs, a leading Indian quantum cybersecurity startup under the National Quantum Mission (NQM), unveiled QShield — the world’s first unified cryptography management platform designed for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. What is QShield? QShield is an end-to-end cybersecurity platform that empowers enterprises to protect critical infrastructure using quantum-safe technologies. It integrates: Key Services Offered: (Source: PIB)

Morag axis

On April 12, Israel’s military announced the completion of a new strategic corridor in southern Gaza called the Morag axis, cutting between Rafah and Khan Yunis. This move creates a direct link between the Philadelphi corridor—a narrow strip along Gaza’s southern border with Egypt—and the former Israeli settlement of Morag, establishing a broader security zone under Israeli control. Key Geographic Notes:

Type 5 diabetes

The International Diabetes Federation (IDF), at World Congress of Diabetes 2025 at Bangkok, has officially designated malnutrition-related diabetes as a distinct form of the disease, now classified as Type 5 diabetes. Historical Context: Despite its high global burden—more common than tuberculosis and nearly as prevalent as HIV/AIDS—the absence of a formal classification has hampered research, diagnosis, and treatment. (Source: TOI)

Cepo capital control

Argentina sealed a $20 billion, 48-month Extended Fund Facility deal with the International Monetary Fund and, in a major policy move ahead of the deal, dismantled key parts of its years-long currency controls and loosened its grip on the peso. (Source: DD News)

Extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana

Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key conspirator in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, has been extradited from the United States to India. He arrived in New Delhi on April 10 , and will now face trial in a special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court. Who is Tahawwur Rana Extradition: The Legal Process What is Extradition? Key Principles: India’s Extradition Framework Authority Involved: India’s Reach: Grounds for Refusal of Extradition (India-specific):

Atmospheric river

Recently, a large part of the United States witnessed heavy rain, strong winds and severe thunderstorms due to a type of storm known as an atmospheric river. What Are Atmospheric Rivers? Impacts of Atmospheric Rivers Link to Climate Change (Sources: IE & NOAA)