South Korea
South Korea’s Martial Law Declaration Sparks Outrage
President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law in South Korea, which led to protests and political turmoil. Lawmakers quickly opposed the declaration, marking a critical moment for the nation’s democracy. Context of Martial Law Martial law was declared amidst rising ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News
North Korea’s ‘Noise Bombing’
Tensions between North and South Korea have risen, impacting Dangsan village near the border, where loudspeakers from the North play disturbing sounds, disrupting residents’ daily lives. Loudspeaker Strategy North Korea uses loudspeakers for psychological warfare. The sounds include gongs, howls, ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Allulose – The Rising Sweetener in South Korea
Allulose is gaining traction in South Korea. It is a potential competitor to traditional sugar substitutes like stevia. Local influencers and major food companies are embracing this sweetener. Allulose is naturally found in fruits such as figs and kiwis. Regulatory ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Soaring Eagle Exercise
The South Korea Air Force recently commenced the Soaring Eagle exercise, a large-scale training program aimed at enhancing its combat capabilities and ensuring the country’s defense posture. The exercise comes amidst heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula following North Korea’s ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs
What is Haeil Drone?
North Korea has recently unveiled its new nuclear underwater drone, which has caused concerns in the international community. The drone, dubbed “Haeil” or Tsunami, is designed to create massive radioactive waves through submarine explosions. North Korean state news agency KCNA ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs
Japan-South Korea Summit: Key Outcomes
Japan and South Korea are two of the world’s most important economies and play critical roles in ensuring regional peace and stability. However, their relationship has been fraught with tensions and historical grievances that date back to the colonial era. ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
What is Kill Web?
The South Korean military has introduced a concept known as the “Kill Web” in response to the escalating nuclear threat from North Korea. This concept is a key part of Military Innovations 4.0, which seeks to utilize the latest AI ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Five to Seven Countries Sign Up for adopting India Stack
India Stack is the collection of Application Peripheral Interfaces launched by the Government of India. This includes BHIM, Digilocker, UPI, and several other applications. According to a recent report from the IT Ministry around seven countries are to join India ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs