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October 11 Context In a major shift in its foreign policy, India has announced it will upgrade its presence in Afghanistan by turning its "technical mission" in Kabul into a full embassy. This move comes after a high-level visit by Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to New Delhi—the first such trip by a senior Taliban leader since they took power in 2021. While India hasn't officially said it "recognizes" the Taliban government yet, experts call this a clear sign of closer...
August 20 WHAT? A currency swap involves two parties exchanging a specified amount of one currency for another at an agreed exchange rate, with a commitment to reverse the transaction at a future date, often at the same rate plus interest. Currency swap agreements are financial arrangements between two central banks or monetary authorities to exchange their respective currencies up to a pre-agreed amount, typically to provide liquidity, stabilize exchange rates, or support trade and investment. Swaps are typically short-term...
August 15 CONTEXT India gained independence from British rule on August 15, 1947, marking the beginning of a transformative journey from a colonized nation grappling with poverty, partition trauma, and economic fragility to a global powerhouse. Over the past 79 years (up to August 2025), India has made remarkable strides across multiple sectors, overcoming challenges like famines, wars, and internal conflicts while building a vibrant democracy. Key milestones include economic growth, scientific advancements, social...
July 21 WHAT? The SWIFT system (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication) is a global messaging network that facilitates secure, standardized, and reliable communication for financial transactions between banks and financial institutions worldwide. It plays a critical role in international finance, including India’s oil trade with Russia. Main Points About the SWIFT System Definition and Purpose: SWIFT is a cooperative society founded in 1973, headquartered in La Hulpe,...
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June 24 SUMMARY India's strategic efforts to reduce its heavy dependence on China for rare earth elements, which are vital for manufacturing electric vehicles (EVs), wind turbines, electronics, and other clean energy technologies. Strategic Efforts Import Dependency and Sources: In FY25, India imported 3,020 tonnes of rare earth compounds, with China supplying 74% (2,232 tonnes), Japan 18% (554 tonnes), and Vietnam 7% (224 tonnes). This reliance on China, which dominates 85% of global rare earth...
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