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South Africa’s Genocide Allegations Against Israel at ICJ
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) started a two-day hearing starting January 11th, 2024 to decide on provisional measures in a case filed by South Africa against Israel. South Africa alleges Israel has violated its obligations under the Genocide Convention ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Ecuador Declares Emergency as Notorious Gang Boss Flees Jail
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa announced a 60-day nationwide state of emergency recently after the country’s most wanted crime lord escaped custody amid a spree of riots across prisons. The drastic measures come as authorities scramble to recapture the fugitive leader. ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
India-Maldives Ties Fray Over Minister’s Remarks Against PM Modi
A diplomatic furor erupted this week after three Maldivian junior ministers mocked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit promoting local Lakshadweep islands, prompting many Indians to cancel trips and jeopardizing vital bilateral ties. The Indian government issued a forceful ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Denmark Launches Green Fuels Alliance to Boost Sustainable Energy Partnerships with India
The Danish government has announced the launch of the Green Fuels Alliance India (GFAI), a strategic initiative aimed at advancing collaboration between Denmark and India in the sustainable energy solutions sector. This new partnership seeks to promote growth in green ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs
First 2024 Cyclone Hits Madagascar
Tropical Cyclone Alvaro made landfall in southwest Madagascar on January 1st 2024, becoming the first cyclone to impact the island nation in the ongoing 2023-2024 cyclone season for the southwest Indian Ocean region spanning late October to May. Impact of ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
India and Mauritius to Jointly Build and Launch Small Satellite
India has signed an agreement with Mauritius to jointly develop a small satellite, which will be launched by ISRO in early 2024. The cooperation will be between ISRO and Mauritius Research and Innovation Council (MRIC). Satellite Development and Launch Timeline ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs