A partnership has been established by Australia and Indonesia with the aim of tackling plastic pollution in the Indo-Pacific region. Overview: The Australian government’s Department of Foreign Affairs...
On 7th March 2022, the Government of the Russian Federation approved a list of foreign countries and territories that committed unfriendly actions against Russia. About the list The...
According to a study, some white-tailed deer living in the US are infected with the SARS-CoV-2’s Omicron variant. Overview: The study is yet-to-be peer-reviewed and has been posted...
Due to US sanctions imposed on Moscow as a result of the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, American card network operators Mastercard, Visa, and American Express have suspended their...
A day after regional military agencies confirmed the country’s second ballistic missile launch in a week, North Korea performed another test for reconnaissance satellite systems. Overview: The launch...
Humanitarian corridors are set up during the armed conflict by announcing temporary ceasefire. About Humanitarian corridors Humanitarian corridors are demilitarized zones, mainly set up to provide relief for...
At the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, many parts of Europe have been cut off from the internet after it encountered massive “cyberattacks”. Overview: Military and cyber...
A no-fly zone is an area established by a military power over which unauthorized aircrafts are not allowed to fly. About No-fly Zone It is also known as...
On 4th March 2022, Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has included United Arab Emirates (UAE) in its grey list. About FATF FATF is an inter-governmental body established by...
Following severe sanctions implemented on Russia by the western countries, Moody’s and Fitch downgraded the country’s sovereign rating to ‘junk’ grade. Overview: Russia’s long-term issuer and senior unsecured...
