ADB, India ink pact for road revamp
In news The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of India signed a $220 million loan agreement meant to improve connectivity, transport efficiency, and safety on the State highways…
US rolls out expedited entry for low-risk Indian travellers through Global Entry programme
In News United States of America has started rolling out for Indian citizens its Global Entry programme which allows for expedited clearance of pre-approved, low-risk travellers. Navtej Sarna, Indian Ambassador to the…
India, China Stand-Off At Border
In News China has accused Indian troops of “trespassing” its boundary and in a reaction suspended the pilgrimage to Mount Kailash in Tibet. The People’s Liberation Army has accused Indian troops…
India gives $100,000 to UN Tax Fund
In News India has contributed $ 100,000 to a UN fund to help developing countries actively participate in the discussion of tax issue. Becoming the first country UN Trust Fund…
India, Portugal sign 11 pacts
Why in News Prime Minister Narendra Modi talks with his Portuguese counterpart on cooperation in areas like counter-terrorism, space, climate studies and start-ups. Signed 11 bilateral agreements India-Portugal Space Alliance…
India, Pakistan to become full SCO members at Astana summit
India and Pakistan’s admission as full members to the China backed Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) will be formalised at the political and security grouping’s summit in Kazakhstan. India and Pakistan…
India, Spain sign 7 agreements
PM Modi on a six-day, four-nation tour of Germany, Spain, Russia and France to boost India’s economic engagement with these nations and invite more investment. India and Spain signed seven…
China evokes Panchsheel
China proposed five principles of peaceful co-existence or Panchsheel for advancing the Belt and Road Initiative (B&RI), and as a vehicle for achieving sustainable globalisation. Key Facts Friendship and cooperation…
Arctic nations to meet amid drilling concerns
World’s eight Arctic nations are meeting in Alaska amid concerns about the future of the sensitive region. Recently United States President Donald Trump called for more oil drilling and development. About…
India and UK to cooperate in urban transport sector
India & UK agreed to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on bilateral cooperation in urban transport policy planning, technology transfer and institutional organization of transport. Key Fact MoU agreed…