01•Defence & Security•GS-3
The 1946 Royal Indian Navy Mutiny and Its Role in India’s Independence
On 18 February 1946 , sailors of the Royal Indian Navy (RIN) launched a mutiny across multiple ships and shore establishments in Bombay , protesting against poor service conditions, racial discrimination, and British colonial rule. The revolt rapidly spread to Karachi, Madras, and Calcutta , involvi…
Prelims: The 1946 Royal Indian Navy mutiny began on 18 February 1946 aboard HMIS Talwar in Bombay . The mutiny spread to Karachi, Madras, and Calcutta , involving over 1,100 sailors . Key demands included better pay, food, and an end to racial discrimination in the RIN…
Open full article →02•Environment•GS-3
Coastal Erosion in Odisha
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways said that about 28% of Odisha’s 564-km coastline is undergoing erosion. This is based on a study by the National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR), which carried out a comprehensive assessment and mapping of shoreline change analysis along the Odisha…
Prelims: Key factual points - Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways said that about 28% of Odisha’s 564-km coastline is undergoing erosion. - This is based on a study by the National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR), which carried out a comprehensive asses…
Open full article →03•Economy•GS-3
The Sweet Revolution: Promoting Beekeeping and Protecting Pollinators
India ’s honey production has nearly doubled over the last decade, but the sustainability of its sweet revolution depends on protecting bees as essential pollinators and an unpaid agricultural workforce. Bees as an Unpaid Agricultural Workforce According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO…
Prelims: Key factual points - India ’s honey production has nearly doubled over the last decade, but the sustainability of its sweet revolution depends on protecting bees as essential pollinators and an unpaid agricultural workforce. - Bees as an Unpaid Agricultural Wo…
Open full article →04•International Relations•GS-2
India’s Campaign For a UN Security Council (UNSC) Seat in 2028-29
Syllabus: GS2/International Relation; Global Grouping India has launched its campaign for a non-permanent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) seat for 2028–29, with the election scheduled for June 2027. The UNSC is the UN’s principal organ for maintaining international peace and security.
Prelims: Key factual points - Syllabus: GS2/International Relation; Global Grouping - India has launched its campaign for a non-permanent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) seat for 2028–29, with the election scheduled for June 2027. - The UNSC is the UN’s principa…
Open full article →05•Polity & Governance•GS-2
Meghalaya’s Delay in Implementing Mine Closure Policy
Syllabus: GS2/Governance, GS3/Environment A committee constituted under Justice (retired) B. Katakey has criticised the Meghalaya government for delays in implementing a comprehensive mine closure policy and in addressing illegal rat-hole coal mining in the state.
Prelims: Key factual points - Syllabus: GS2/Governance, GS3/Environment - A committee constituted under Justice (retired) B. - Katakey has criticised the Meghalaya government for delays in implementing a comprehensive mine closure policy and in addressing illegal rat-h…
Open full article →06•Science & Technology•GS-3
AI Can Be Optimised for Better Healthcare
Science and Technology AI in Healthcare The article discusses the integration of AI in healthcare, emphasizing its potential to enhance patient care and system efficiency. It highlights AI's role in diagnostics, reducing administrative tasks, and expanding access to care in India , while noting the…
Prelims: Key factual points - Science and Technology AI in Healthcare The article discusses the integration of AI in healthcare, emphasizing its potential to enhance patient care and system efficiency. - It highlights AI's role in diagnostics, reducing administrative t…
Open full article →07•Social Issues•GS-2
Deepening Inclusive Development in Rural India
Deepening Inclusive Development in Rural India Government Policies & Interventions As India marks its 80th Independence Day, the Government has highlighted welfare, inclusion and empowerment initiatives aimed at strengthening rural and tribal communities through basic services, livelihoods, skills,…
Prelims: Key factual points - Deepening Inclusive Development in Rural India - Government Policies & Interventions - As India marks its 80th Independence Day, the Government has highlighted welfare, inclusion and empowerment initiatives aimed at strengthening rural and…
Open full article →08•Economy•GS-3
The Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) — FCNR(B) Deposits
Context: The Reserve Bank of India ( RBI ) advanced the deadline for fresh Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) [FCNR(B)] deposits to qualify for its special USD–INR forex swap window to August 31, 2026. About The Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) — FCNR(B) Deposits: An FCNR(B) deposit is a term/…
Prelims: Key factual points - Context: The Reserve Bank of India ( RBI ) advanced the deadline for fresh Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) [FCNR(B)] deposits to qualify for its special USD–INR forex swap window to August 31, 2026. - About The Foreign Currency Non-Re…
Open full article →09•Environment•GS-3
The E20 Transition and Policy Friction
On 1 April 2026, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas mandated that all fuel stations across India dispense petrol blended with up to 20 % anhydrous ethanol (E20) having a minimum Research Octane Number of 95, after a February 17 2026 notification. The move, aimed at cutting fossil fuel imports…
Prelims: E20 fuel contains 20 % anhydrous ethanol and must meet a minimum RON 95 . Around 77 % of India’s petrol fleet (≈240 million vehicles) are legacy models not engineered for E20. Consumer surveys show 10 % mileage loss for over 66 % of pre‑2023 vehicle owners. Fu…
Open full article →10•Economy•GS-3
Digital Infrastructure in India
India ’s governance has undergone a fundamental transformation through Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). The Digital Economy now contributes about 12–14% of India ’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and is projected to account for 20% over the next decade. As per the State of India ’s Digital Economy…
Prelims: Key factual points - India ’s governance has undergone a fundamental transformation through Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). - The Digital Economy now contributes about 12–14% of India ’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and is projected to account for 20% ove…
Open full article →11•Government Schemes•GS-2
CAG Audit Flags Governance Concerns in Railway Passenger Amenities
Syllabus: GS2/ Governance, GS3/ Infrastructure A recent Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) audit of railway passenger amenities for 2019-20 to 2023-24 found major deficiencies in basic facilities, drinking-water quality, implementation of passenger-amenity works and monitoring mechanisms. The Rai…
Prelims: Key factual points - Syllabus: GS2/ Governance, GS3/ Infrastructure - A recent Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) audit of railway passenger amenities for 2019-20 to 2023-24 found major deficiencies in basic facilities, drinking-water quality, implementatio…
Open full article →12•Polity & Governance•GS-2
Black Money in Elections Hampers Democracy: SC
Polity and Governance Black Money in Electoral Process The Supreme Court emphasized the Election Commission of India 's duty to eliminate black money in elections, noting its threat to democracy. It urged swift investigations and trials of related cases and required compliance reports from the Elect…
Prelims: Key factual points - Polity and Governance Black Money in Electoral Process The Supreme Court emphasized the Election Commission of India 's duty to eliminate black money in elections, noting its threat to democracy. - It urged swift investigations and trials…
Open full article →13•Science & Technology•GS-3
Science & Technology – Biotechnology & Health
Friedreich ataxia (FA) has gained attention as a rare inherited neurological disorder for which newer disease-modifying treatment options are emerging. The disease remains an important example of how understanding genetic mutations can guide targeted therapies. Nature: Rare, inherited neurodegenerat…
Prelims: Key factual points - Friedreich ataxia (FA) has gained attention as a rare inherited neurological disorder for which newer disease-modifying treatment options are emerging. - The disease remains an important example of how understanding genetic mutations can g…
Open full article →14•Polity & Governance•GS-2
4,000 cases Pending Against MPs, MLAs
Syllabus: GS2/Polity and Governance As per the report submitted before the Supreme Court , a total of 4,192 cases against sitting and former MPs and MLAs are pending trial across the country. Chief Ministers of 14 of 28 states have criminal cases against them pending trials.
Prelims: Key factual points - Syllabus: GS2/Polity and Governance - As per the report submitted before the Supreme Court , a total of 4,192 cases against sitting and former MPs and MLAs are pending trial across the country. - Chief Ministers of 14 of 28 states have cri…
Open full article →15•Environment•GS-3
Environment & Ecology – Biodiversity & Wetlands
A new freshwater crab species, Ghatiana karnataka, has been scientifically described from Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary, Udupi, Karnataka. It was discovered by a beat forester and described with a scientist from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI). Location: Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary, Central W…
Prelims: Key factual points - A new freshwater crab species, Ghatiana karnataka, has been scientifically described from Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary, Udupi, Karnataka. - It was discovered by a beat forester and described with a scientist from the Zoological Survey of…
Open full article →16•Economy•GS-3
Economy – Taxation & Financial System
The government has introduced the Foreign Assets of Small Taxpayers–Disclosure Scheme (FAST-DS), providing a limited window for eligible taxpayers to disclose certain previously undisclosed foreign assets/income. The scheme opened on 16 August 2026 and remains available until 31 December 2026. Targe…
Prelims: Key factual points - The government has introduced the Foreign Assets of Small Taxpayers–Disclosure Scheme (FAST-DS), providing a limited window for eligible taxpayers to disclose certain previously undisclosed foreign assets/income. - The scheme opened on 16…
Open full article →17•International Relations•GS-2
India’s Trade Agreements
India ’s FTA journey is moving from expanding its network of agreements to making fuller use of the market access. What is a Free Trade Agreement (FTA)? A Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is a pact between two or more countries where they agree to: Reduce or eliminate customs duties on goods; Liberalise t…
Prelims: Key factual points - India ’s FTA journey is moving from expanding its network of agreements to making fuller use of the market access. - What is a Free Trade Agreement (FTA)? - A Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is a pact between two or more countries where they ag…
Open full article →18•Economy•GS-3
Corporate Investment in India
Corporate investment, as a share of GDP, has been declining in India . It refers to the acquisition of financial assets, business operations, or strategic projects by a company to generate financial returns or add long-term value. Corporate investment as a percentage of India ’s GDP has fallen, espe…
Prelims: Key factual points - Corporate investment, as a share of GDP, has been declining in India . - It refers to the acquisition of financial assets, business operations, or strategic projects by a company to generate financial returns or add long-term value. - Corp…
Open full article →19•Polity & Governance•GS-2
Balancing Religious Sentiments and Constitutional Freedoms
Syllabus: GS2/Polity and Governance Punjab’s new sacrilege law has reignited debate over the criminalisation of religious offence in a secular state. Recently, the Governor of Punjab gave his assent to the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act .
Prelims: Key factual points - Syllabus: GS2/Polity and Governance - Punjab’s new sacrilege law has reignited debate over the criminalisation of religious offence in a secular state. - Recently, the Governor of Punjab gave his assent to the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Grant…
Open full article →20•Science & Technology•GS-3
Draft SHANTI Rules 2026
Polity and Governance SHANTI Rules 2026 The draft SHANTI Rules 2026 propose a framework for nuclear operator liability, insurance, and financial security as India plans to expand its nuclear power sector and increase private participation. The rules emphasize mandatory financial protections and peri…
Prelims: Key factual points - Polity and Governance SHANTI Rules 2026 The draft SHANTI Rules 2026 propose a framework for nuclear operator liability, insurance, and financial security as India plans to expand its nuclear power sector and increase private participation.…
Open full article →21•Polity & Governance•GS-2
Hanging as a Constitutional Mode of Execution
Context: The Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of execution by hanging, rejecting a PIL that challenged it as cruel and violative of the right to dignity under Article 21. About Hanging as a Constitutional Mode of Execution: Execution by hanging is the statutory procedure prescribed u…
Prelims: Key factual points - Context: The Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of execution by hanging, rejecting a PIL that challenged it as cruel and violative of the right to dignity under Article 21. - About Hanging as a Constitutional Mode of Executio…
Open full article →22•Economy•GS-3
Crop Cutting Experiments and the Credibility of India’s Agricultural Data
The NSO’s ‘Annual Report on Improvement of Crop Statistics (ICS) Scheme , 2023-24’ has flagged serious procedural lapses in Crop Cutting Experiments (CCEs), the backbone of India ’s crop production estimates. How Production Estimates Are Derived? Final production = Area under crop × Average yield pe…
Prelims: Key factual points - The NSO’s ‘Annual Report on Improvement of Crop Statistics (ICS) Scheme , 2023-24’ has flagged serious procedural lapses in Crop Cutting Experiments (CCEs), the backbone of India ’s crop production estimates. - How Production Estimates Are…
Open full article →23•Economy•GS-3
Government Notifies New Indigenisation List
The Ministry of Defence notified the sixth Positive Indigenisation List (PIL), comprising 405 items with an estimated business potential of Rs 3,070 crore. The list is notified by the Department of Defence Production (DDP) and covers Line Replaceable Units (LRU), sub-systems, sub-assemblies, spares,…
Prelims: Key factual points - The Ministry of Defence notified the sixth Positive Indigenisation List (PIL), comprising 405 items with an estimated business potential of Rs 3,070 crore. - The list is notified by the Department of Defence Production (DDP) and covers Lin…
Open full article →24•Economy•GS-3
India and Japan: Deepening Cooperation
India and Japan signed a Memorandum of Arrangement (MoA) on Maritime Security Cooperation and agreed to deepen operational cooperation including information sharing, naval exercises, ship repair and logistics support. Historical Linkages of India -Japan Ties The historical links between India and Ja…
Prelims: Key factual points - India and Japan signed a Memorandum of Arrangement (MoA) on Maritime Security Cooperation and agreed to deepen operational cooperation including information sharing, naval exercises, ship repair and logistics support. - Historical Linkages…
Open full article →25•Science & Technology•GS-3
Gaganyaan’s Thermal Protection System
The Gaganyaan mission will require India to demonstrate the safe re-entry of a crew module carrying astronauts, making its Thermal Protection System (TPS) one of the most critical technologies for ensuring crew safety during the return journey to Earth. Why is Thermal Protection Critical During Re-e…
Prelims: Key factual points - The Gaganyaan mission will require India to demonstrate the safe re-entry of a crew module carrying astronauts, making its Thermal Protection System (TPS) one of the most critical technologies for ensuring crew safety during the return jou…
Open full article →26•Social Issues•GS-2
Polity + Social Sector + Governance
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has proposed introducing a Unique Identification (UID) number for doctors, aimed at creating a uniform digital identity for medical professionals and improving transparency in registration and verification. The proposal is significant for strengthening the digit…
Prelims: Key factual points - The National Medical Commission (NMC) has proposed introducing a Unique Identification (UID) number for doctors, aimed at creating a uniform digital identity for medical professionals and improving transparency in registration and verifica…
Open full article →27•Environment•GS-3
Transmission Constraints Threaten to Curb India’s Renewable Energy Expansion
Syllabus: GS3/Renewable Energy/Infrastructure Insufficient transmission lines have emerged as a major obstacle to India ’s rapid expansion of renewable energy capacity. Close to 21 gigawatts (GW), that is about 9% of the country’s installed renewable energy capacity, is currently transferred from pl…
Prelims: Key factual points - Syllabus: GS3/Renewable Energy/Infrastructure - Insufficient transmission lines have emerged as a major obstacle to India ’s rapid expansion of renewable energy capacity. - Close to 21 gigawatts (GW), that is about 9% of the country’s inst…
Open full article →28•Economy•GS-3
India’s Coconut Sector
India ’s coconut sector, deeply rooted in the country’s agricultural economy and cultural traditions, is steadily evolving from a predominantly traditional farming activity into a diversified, export-oriented industry. It is often described as the “Kalpavriksha” or “Tree of Life” because almost ever…
Prelims: Key factual points - India ’s coconut sector, deeply rooted in the country’s agricultural economy and cultural traditions, is steadily evolving from a predominantly traditional farming activity into a diversified, export-oriented industry. - It is often descri…
Open full article →29•Polity & Governance•GS-2
Legality of Polygamy in India
The Supreme Court is hearing a plea challenging the constitutional legality of polygamy under the Muslim Personal Law. It is the practice of having more than one married spouse — wife or husband. Types: Polygyny: One man having multiple wives.
Prelims: Key factual points - The Supreme Court is hearing a plea challenging the constitutional legality of polygamy under the Muslim Personal Law. - It is the practice of having more than one married spouse — wife or husband. - Types: Polygyny: One man having multipl…
Open full article →30•International Relations•GS-2
India-Brazil Relations
India and Brazil reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation in telecommunications and Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs). Diplomatic Relations: Relations were established in 1948, and the two countries have been Strategic Partners since 2006. Both sides also have s…
Prelims: Key factual points - India and Brazil reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation in telecommunications and Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs). - Diplomatic Relations: Relations were established in 1948, and the two countries…
Open full article →31•Economy•GS-3
Rising Sugar Prices Amid Ethanol Blending Policy
The diversion of sugarcane and foodgrains towards ethanol production has raised concerns over rising sugar and food prices, highlighting the trade-off between energy security and food security under India ’s ethanol-blending programme. Ethanol is 99.9% pure alcohol that can be blended with petrol. I…
Prelims: Key factual points - The diversion of sugarcane and foodgrains towards ethanol production has raised concerns over rising sugar and food prices, highlighting the trade-off between energy security and food security under India ’s ethanol-blending programme. - E…
Open full article →32•Government Schemes•GS-2
India’s Civil Nuclear Power Sector
India is looking to bring five additional nuclear reactors online in this decade and to increase its nuclear capacity to 100 GW by 2047. Installed Capacity: India has 25 active nuclear reactors with a total capacity of 8.7 gigawatt-electric (GWe). Nuclear power reactors in the country generated 56,6…
Prelims: Key factual points - India is looking to bring five additional nuclear reactors online in this decade and to increase its nuclear capacity to 100 GW by 2047. - Installed Capacity: India has 25 active nuclear reactors with a total capacity of 8.7 gigawatt-elect…
Open full article →33•International Relations•GS-2
India–U.K. Strategic and Defence Cooperation
India and the United Kingdom reviewed their defence-industrial cooperation, military exchanges and maritime security partnership during the 25th India –U. Defence Consultative Group (DCG) meeting held in New Delhi. Defence Industrial Cooperation: India and the U.
Prelims: Key factual points - India and the United Kingdom reviewed their defence-industrial cooperation, military exchanges and maritime security partnership during the 25th India –U. - Defence Consultative Group (DCG) meeting held in New Delhi. - Defence Industrial C…
Open full article →34•Economy•GS-3
India’s Revised FDI Framework
As of August 20, 2026, 29 FDI proposals worth ₹4,895.65 crore have been reported under India ’s revised framework, highlighting a shift towards facilitating investment while retaining safeguards. About Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) It refers to investment by an entity or individual of one country…
Prelims: Key factual points - As of August 20, 2026, 29 FDI proposals worth ₹4,895.65 crore have been reported under India ’s revised framework, highlighting a shift towards facilitating investment while retaining safeguards. - About Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) - I…
Open full article →35•Economy•GS-3
Social Issues + Economy + Environment & Ecology
The Tribal Council of Great and Little Nicobar has raised concerns over alleged remarks that the Shompen should adopt a “modern lifestyle” in the context of the Great Nicobar Island (GNI) Project. The issue highlights tensions between infrastructure development, tribal rights and conservation. Shomp…
Prelims: Key factual points - The Tribal Council of Great and Little Nicobar has raised concerns over alleged remarks that the Shompen should adopt a “modern lifestyle” in the context of the Great Nicobar Island (GNI) Project. - The issue highlights tensions between in…
Open full article →36•Social Issues•GS-2
Compassion & Contentment: Strengthening Bonds of Cooperation & Harmony in Society
The Prime Minister of India recently shared Sanskrit Subhashitam stressing the virtues of Compassion (Karuna) and Contentment (Santosha). He said that this ethos further strengthens the links of collaboration and peace in society. Compassion and contentment are mutually enriching virtues, strengthen…
Prelims: Key factual points - The Prime Minister of India recently shared Sanskrit Subhashitam stressing the virtues of Compassion (Karuna) and Contentment (Santosha). - He said that this ethos further strengthens the links of collaboration and peace in society. - Comp…
Open full article →37•Social Issues•GS-2
Rise in Female Labour Force Participation rate (FLFPR)
The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2025 reveals a significant increase in the Female Labour Force Participation rate (FLFPR) since 2020, following the COVID-19 pandemic. The overall FLFPR for those aged 15 years and above increased from 30% in 2019-20 to 40% in 2025. The increase was more prono…
Prelims: Key factual points - The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2025 reveals a significant increase in the Female Labour Force Participation rate (FLFPR) since 2020, following the COVID-19 pandemic. - The overall FLFPR for those aged 15 years and above increased…
Open full article →38•Government Schemes•GS-2
National Horticulture Board Revises Subsidy Guidelines for Commercial Horticulture
The National Horticulture Board (NHB) has amended the guidelines for the development of Commercial Horticulture through Production and Post-Harvest Management of Horticulture Crops scheme to ensure equitable distribution of government assistance. Key Amendments by the National Horticulture Board (NH…
Prelims: Key factual points - The National Horticulture Board (NHB) has amended the guidelines for the development of Commercial Horticulture through Production and Post-Harvest Management of Horticulture Crops scheme to ensure equitable distribution of government assi…
Open full article →39•Science & Technology•GS-3
India’s Private Space Ecosystem
PM Modi interacted with founders and CEOs of over 20 space start-ups and highlighted the potential of India ’s private space ecosystem to attract global scientific and technological talent. India ’s Emerging Private Space Ecosystem India ’s space economy currently stands at $8.4 billion, accounting…
Prelims: Key factual points - PM Modi interacted with founders and CEOs of over 20 space start-ups and highlighted the potential of India ’s private space ecosystem to attract global scientific and technological talent. - India ’s Emerging Private Space Ecosystem - Ind…
Open full article →40•Polity & Governance•GS-2
Economy + Polity & Governance
The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) conducted its sixth outreach programme in Ahmedabad under the theme “Creating a Better Financial Reporting Ecosystem”, with particular focus on small and medium audit practitioners. The programme seeks to improve audit quality and professional capaci…
Prelims: Key factual points - The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) conducted its sixth outreach programme in Ahmedabad under the theme “Creating a Better Financial Reporting Ecosystem”, with particular focus on small and medium audit practitioners. - The p…
Open full article →41•Government Schemes•GS-2
Science & Technology + Internal Security + Defence
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) delivered INS Mangrol to the Indian Navy on 21 August 2026. It is the third of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts (ASW-SWCs) being indigenously designed and constructed by CSL. Type: Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC).
Prelims: Key factual points - Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) delivered INS Mangrol to the Indian Navy on 21 August 2026. - It is the third of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts (ASW-SWCs) being indigenously designed and constructed by CSL. - Type: Anti-Su…
Open full article →42•Economy•GS-3
Subject: Agriculture + Science & Technology + Environment
The National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP) has reported substantial progress in controlling Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and Brucellosis through nationwide vaccination and surveillance. Since its launch in September 2019, 147.16 crore FMD vaccine doses have been administered, benefiting 8…
Prelims: Key factual points - The National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP) has reported substantial progress in controlling Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and Brucellosis through nationwide vaccination and surveillance. - Since its launch in September 2019, 147.…
Open full article →43•Economy•GS-3
Indian Geography + Environment & Ecology + History & Culture
The historic Parichha Dam/Weir in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, has been recognised by the International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID) as a World Heritage Irrigation Structure (WHIS). It will receive the WHIS Award-2026 at the 26th ICID International Congress in Marseille, France, in October…
Prelims: Key factual points - The historic Parichha Dam/Weir in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, has been recognised by the International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ICID) as a World Heritage Irrigation Structure (WHIS). - It will receive the WHIS Award-2026 at the 26…
Open full article →44•Economy•GS-3
Potential of Floating Solar systems in India
Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana (PM-SSY) with a total outlay of ₹5,070 crore to deploy 5,000 MW of Floating Solar Photovoltaic (FSPV) projects integrated with 10,000 MWh of battery energy storage systems across India ’s reservoirs and inland water bodi…
Prelims: Key factual points - Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana (PM-SSY) with a total outlay of ₹5,070 crore to deploy 5,000 MW of Floating Solar Photovoltaic (FSPV) projects integrated with 10,000 MWh of battery energy sto…
Open full article →45•Economy•GS-3
India can Become Global Shipbuilding Hub: Defence Minister
The Defence Minister said that a vacuum created by the declining capacities of traditional shipbuilding industries across the world presents a major opportunity for India to emerge as a global shipbuilding hub. It refers to the construction, repair, and maintenance of vessels used for transportation…
Prelims: Key factual points - The Defence Minister said that a vacuum created by the declining capacities of traditional shipbuilding industries across the world presents a major opportunity for India to emerge as a global shipbuilding hub. - It refers to the construct…
Open full article →46•Polity & Governance•GS-2
Illegal Migrants in India
The Union Home Minister directed the security agencies to take strict measures against infiltration, asking the police chiefs to detect and deport illegal migrants. In the last three Censuses, roughly 94% of all India ’s Bangladesh-born residents lived in the five border States (West Bengal, Assam,…
Prelims: Key factual points - The Union Home Minister directed the security agencies to take strict measures against infiltration, asking the police chiefs to detect and deport illegal migrants. - In the last three Censuses, roughly 94% of all India ’s Bangladesh-born…
Open full article →47•Polity & Governance•GS-2
Gorkha Statehood Demand and the Issue of New State Formation in India
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs constituted a high-level committee following a key meeting of Gorkha leaders with the Union Home Minister and West Bengal government representatives in Siliguri. What are the Roots of the Gorkhas’ Demand? The Gorkhas’ movement for a separate administrative identity…
Prelims: Key factual points - The Union Ministry of Home Affairs constituted a high-level committee following a key meeting of Gorkha leaders with the Union Home Minister and West Bengal government representatives in Siliguri. - What are the Roots of the Gorkhas’ Deman…
Open full article →48•Social Issues•GS-2
India Proposes Medical Device Rule Changes To Boost Ease Of Business
The Union Health Ministry has proposed amendments to the Medical Devices Rules, 2017, to promote ease of doing business. Simplification of Outsourced Sterilisation (Amendment to Rule 44): Manufacturers outsourcing sterilisation to a facility, holding a valid licence under the Medical Devices Rules,…
Prelims: Key factual points - The Union Health Ministry has proposed amendments to the Medical Devices Rules, 2017, to promote ease of doing business. - Simplification of Outsourced Sterilisation (Amendment to Rule 44): Manufacturers outsourcing sterilisation to a faci…
Open full article →49•Social Issues•GS-2
Science & Technology + Society + Tribal Affairs
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched the full-fledged Adi Vaani Platform, along with its iOS application, during the National Conclave on Tribal Languages & Museums in Mysuru, Karnataka. It is designed to bridge communication gaps while preserving endangered tribal languages through AI. India ’s…
Prelims: Key factual points - The Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched the full-fledged Adi Vaani Platform, along with its iOS application, during the National Conclave on Tribal Languages & Museums in Mysuru, Karnataka. - It is designed to bridge communication gaps whi…
Open full article →50•Social Issues•GS-2
The High Cost of India’s Private Health-care Boom
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare noted that the average cost of hospitalisation is ₹50,508 in a private facility, compared with ₹6,631 in a government facility. For childbirth, the average out-of-pocket medical expenditure in private facilities is ₹37,630, against ₹2…
Prelims: Key factual points - The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Health and Family Welfare noted that the average cost of hospitalisation is ₹50,508 in a private facility, compared with ₹6,631 in a government facility. - For childbirth, the average out-of-pocket m…
Open full article →51•Science & Technology•GS-3
Securing Synthetic DNA in India
Syllabus: GS3/Science and Technology Synthetic DNA has become central to advances in health, food security, climate and biotechnology, but its growing accessibility has created significant dual-use and biosecurity risks. It is defined as artificially created genetic material that can be synthesized…
Prelims: Key factual points - Syllabus: GS3/Science and Technology - Synthetic DNA has become central to advances in health, food security, climate and biotechnology, but its growing accessibility has created significant dual-use and biosecurity risks. - It is defined…
Open full article →52•Science & Technology•GS-3
Ease of Doing Research & Development in India Report by NITI Aayog
Syllabus: GS2/Governance; GS3/Science and Technology The ‘Ease of Doing R&D in India ’ reported that close to 80% of funding under the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), the flagship research funding body, is concentrated in the IITs. Low Expenditure on Research and Development: India ’…
Prelims: Key factual points - Syllabus: GS2/Governance; GS3/Science and Technology - The ‘Ease of Doing R&D in India ’ reported that close to 80% of funding under the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), the flagship research funding body, is concentrated in…
Open full article →53•Economy•GS-3
Nepal Flash Flood Disaster
Context: Catastrophic flash floods and debris flows tore through the transboundary Lhende Khola, Bhote Koshi, and Trishuli river systems along the Nepal–Tibet border. About The Nepal Flash Flood Disaster: A high-altitude flash flood and debris flow is a sudden, violent surge of water heavily laden w…
Prelims: Key factual points - Context: Catastrophic flash floods and debris flows tore through the transboundary Lhende Khola, Bhote Koshi, and Trishuli river systems along the Nepal–Tibet border. - About The Nepal Flash Flood Disaster: - A high-altitude flash flood an…
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Global Drought Resilience Architecture: UNCCD COP17 Launches DRI and DRIF
At the 17th Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), a new global drought resilience architecture was officially launched. This framework aims to transition global drought management from reactive emergency response to proactive technologi…
Prelims: • Drought Resilience Index (DRI) is designed as the world's first technical monitoring metric to assess systemic national capacity against drought. • DRI utilizes Artificial Intelligence (AI) analytics to translate complex geographical and climate data into pr…
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International Relations + Geography
MoS for Commerce & Industry Jitin Prasada co-chaired the 7th Session of the India –Morocco Joint Commission in Rabat on 24–25 August 2026. India and Morocco agreed to work towards doubling bilateral trade within five years and constituted a Joint Working Group to examine the feasibility of a Prefere…
Prelims: Key factual points - MoS for Commerce & Industry Jitin Prasada co-chaired the 7th Session of the India –Morocco Joint Commission in Rabat on 24–25 August 2026. - India and Morocco agreed to work towards doubling bilateral trade within five years and constitute…
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India’s Growth Paradox: Economic Rise Amid Persistent Regional Disparities
There are substantial gaps in per capita income and development across states in India while it has emerged as one of the world’s largest economies since the 1991 economic reforms. India ’s Growth: From the 1991 Reforms Till Now The LPG Reforms 1991 (liberalisation, privatisation and globalisation)…
Prelims: Key factual points - There are substantial gaps in per capita income and development across states in India while it has emerged as one of the world’s largest economies since the 1991 economic reforms. - India ’s Growth: From the 1991 Reforms Till Now - The LP…
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Meta’s New Teen Safety Rules
Meta is set to introduce new default restrictions for teenagers on Instagram and Facebook in the US after signing an $18 billion settlement with 52 state attorneys general that requires new safety measures for young users. The settlement comes amid a set of lawsuits over alleged harms caused by soci…
Prelims: Key factual points - Meta is set to introduce new default restrictions for teenagers on Instagram and Facebook in the US after signing an $18 billion settlement with 52 state attorneys general that requires new safety measures for young users. - The settlement…
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India-US Deal To Procure Javelin Anti-tank Guided Missile Systems
Context: India has signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) with the United States to procure the FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) system through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) route under emergency procurement powers. The FGM-148 Javelin is an American-made, shoulder-fired, ma…
Prelims: Key factual points - Context: India has signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) with the United States to procure the FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) system through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) route under emergency procurement powers…
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India-Kuwait Joint Defence Committee (JDC)
The inaugural meeting of the India -Kuwait Joint Defence Committee (JDC) was held in New Delhi. Both countries agreed to further strengthen the bilateral defence cooperation across a wide range of areas, including training, military exercises, military medicine, staff talks, defence industry, and Re…
Prelims: Key factual points - The inaugural meeting of the India -Kuwait Joint Defence Committee (JDC) was held in New Delhi. - Both countries agreed to further strengthen the bilateral defence cooperation across a wide range of areas, including training, military exer…
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Nuclear Energy in India
India is reinforcing nuclear power as a secure, sustainable and future-ready foundation of national development with the help of the SHANTI Act , 2025, Nuclear Energy Mission for Viksit Bharat and indigenous technology. Nuclear power plants generate energy from heat produced in a well-controlled pro…
Prelims: Key factual points - India is reinforcing nuclear power as a secure, sustainable and future-ready foundation of national development with the help of the SHANTI Act , 2025, Nuclear Energy Mission for Viksit Bharat and indigenous technology. - Nuclear power pla…
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