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17th April
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
[17th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How China is fighting U.S. tariffs
Trade Sector Updates – Falling Exports, TIES, MEIS, Foreign Trade Policy, etc.
This Word Means: Semiconductor
Minority Issues – SC, ST, Dalits, OBC, Reservations, etc.
Waqf-by-user denotification would be ‘huge problem’, says Supreme Court
History and Evolution of the Office of Governor
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
New frog species ‘Leptobrachium aryatium’ discovered in Assam
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
India’s first-ever Seed Germination Database
Higher Education – RUSA, NIRF, HEFA, etc.
PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme
India’s Critical Mineral Security: Navigating Challenges in a Resource-Dependent Economy
GS Paper 1: Indian Society, Geography: Distribution of Key Natural Resources, Industrialization, Urbanization and Globalization Note4Students: Examine the geographical distribution… Continue reading India’s Critical Mineral Security: Navigating Challenges in a Resource-Dependent Economy
16th April
Renewable Energy – Wind, Tidal, Geothermal, etc.
[16th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India, rising power demand and the ‘hydrogen factor’
Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc
India’s retail inflation slips to over 5-year low, opens door to more rate cuts
Child Rights – POSCO, Child Labour Laws, NAPC, etc.
Beware of child traffickers, Supreme Court cautions parents
Global Geological And Climatic Events
Delamination of the Indian Plate
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Breakthrough
What is Tensor Processing Unit (TPU)?
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
Who was Sir Sankaran Nair (1857-1934)?
Electronic System Design and Manufacturing Sector – M-SIPS, National Policy on Electronics, etc.
China halts export of Rare Earth Magnets
CAG: Is India’s Top Auditor Truly Independent?
N4S: This article breaks down the appointment process of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) and what it means for… Continue reading CAG: Is India’s Top Auditor Truly Independent?
15th April
Women empowerment issues – Jobs,Reservation and education
[ 15th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Feminism for polarised times
RTI – CIC, RTI Backlog, etc.
Unnecessary amendment: On the RTI Act
Air Pollution
How govern-mentality exacerbates the problem of farmers’ stubble burning
Minority Issues – SC, ST, Dalits, OBC, Reservations, etc.
Telangana becomes first State to notify Sub- categorization of SCs
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
KATRIN Experiment
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
Novel Silicon Photonics Breakthrough
Indian Missile Program Updates
DRDO successfully tested Directed Energy Weapon (DEW)
Scorching Summers: How Do Heatwaves Impact Us and What Can We Do?
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of another year of extreme heat and above-normal heatwaves. This comes as Delhi recorded… Continue reading Scorching Summers: How Do Heatwaves Impact Us and What Can We Do?
[UPSC Webinar] By Arvind Sir | Learn PYQ-Based Note Making for UPSC 2026 | Join on 16th April, Wednesday at 7 PM
Register for the session to get complete UPSC 2026 preparation plan and strategy Read about Arvind Sir’s UPSC 2026 Prep… Continue reading [UPSC Webinar] By Arvind Sir | Learn PYQ-Based Note Making for UPSC 2026 | Join on 16th April, Wednesday at 7 PM
14th April
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
[14th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Will Trump’s tariffs bring in a recession?
A Governor’s conduct and a judgment of significance
Labour, Jobs and Employment – Harmonization of labour laws, gender gap, unemployment, etc.
Urban consumers are worried about their income levels
Monsoon Updates
Study finds a Shift in Peak Time of Maximum Rainfall
Tuberculosis Elimination Strategy
Real Time LAMP Assay for Early Diagnosis of TB
Trade Sector Updates – Falling Exports, TIES, MEIS, Foreign Trade Policy, etc.
India-Middle-East-Europe-Economic Corridor (IMEEC)
Global Geological And Climatic Events
What is Atmospheric River?
APAAR ID and the Future of Student Data: Boon or Bane ?
N4S: A digital identity for students: convenience or control? This article unpacks the APAAR ID, its benefits, and the privacy… Continue reading APAAR ID and the Future of Student Data: Boon or Bane ?
12th April
Foreign Policy Watch: India-China
[12th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The Beijing India Report as milestone and opportunity
Higher Education – RUSA, NIRF, HEFA, etc.
Giving shape to the University of the Future
Innovations in Biotechnology and Medical Sciences
The conservation argument for resurrecting dire wolf is not credible
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
Who was Mahatma Jyotiba Phule (1827-1890)?
Foreign Policy Watch: India-SAARC Nations
SAARC Development Fund (SDF)
Hunger and Nutrition Issues – GHI, GNI, etc.
PM-POSHAN Scheme
Air Pollution
[pib] Indian researchers introduce ‘Toxicity Standard’ of PM2.5 Pollution
Summit Diplomacy: India’s Global Spotlight or a Diplomatic Gamble ?
N4S: India’s big summits often grab headlines, but their real impact lies in shaping global politics. UPSC tests whether aspirants… Continue reading Summit Diplomacy: India’s Global Spotlight or a Diplomatic Gamble ?
[UPSC Webinar] By Shubham Sir | From Aspirant to Achiever: The MAC Formula for UPSC 2026 | Join on Sunday, 13th April At 7 PM
Register for the session to get complete UPSC 2026 preparation plan and strategy Read about Shubham Sir’s UPSC 2026 Prep… Continue reading [UPSC Webinar] By Shubham Sir | From Aspirant to Achiever: The MAC Formula for UPSC 2026 | Join on Sunday, 13th April At 7 PM
11th April
Judicial Reforms
[11th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Are existing mechanisms effective in combating judicial corruption?
Parliament – Sessions, Procedures, Motions, Committees etc
When Parliament stayed awake through the night
Terrorism and Challenges Related To It
India’s 16-year wait ends: 26/11 conspirator Tahawwur Rana flown to Delhi, will face trial
Foreign Policy Watch: United Nations
150th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU)
Indian Navy Updates
INS Varsha Naval Base
Waste Management – SWM Rules, EWM Rules, etc
CPCB revises Classification of Industries
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
Three Gorges Antarctic Eye Telescope
Fixing the Flaws: How Can We Reform India’s Electoral Process ?
N4S: India’s elections shape democracy, yet challenges persist—from money power to trust in EVMs. The UPSC often asks questions on… Continue reading Fixing the Flaws: How Can We Reform India’s Electoral Process ?
10th April
Civil Aviation Sector – CA Policy 2016, UDAN, Open Skies, etc.
[10th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Will Aviation Disputes be easier to Resolve?
Coronavirus – Health and Governance Issues
The pandemic — looking back, looking forward
Foreign Policy Watch: India-China
Understanding India’s China conundrum
Electronic System Design and Manufacturing Sector – M-SIPS, National Policy on Electronics, etc.
[pib] Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme
Promoting Science and Technology – Missions,Policies & Schemes
Preliminary Findings of the Genome India Project
Labour, Jobs and Employment – Harmonization of labour laws, gender gap, unemployment, etc.
[pib] Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), 2024
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
Navkar Mahamantra Divas
New Species of Plants and Animals Discovered
Extinct Dire Wolf species returns after 12,500 years
Reforming Compliance Frameworks: Is A Digital-First Approach the Need of the Hour ?
Corruption and red tape make doing business in India difficult. This article breaks down how these issues hurt economic growth,… Continue reading Reforming Compliance Frameworks: Is A Digital-First Approach the Need of the Hour ?
8th April
Electoral Reforms In India
[8th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: A case for a fair seat allocation
Textile Sector – Cotton, Jute, Wool, Silk, Handloom, etc.
The crisis in India’s cotton production, and what can help
Police Reforms – SC directives, NPC, other committees reports
How the police view custodial torture in India
Microfinance Story of India
[pib] 10 years of the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY)
Mother and Child Health – Immunization Program, BPBB, PMJSY, PMMSY, etc.
Palna Scheme under Mission Shakti
Innovation Ecosystem in India
Technology and Innovation Report, 2025
Global Geological And Climatic Events
Hadean Protocrust
Wildlife Conservation Efforts
First photographic record of Woolly Flying Squirrel captured in Himachal
India’s Parliament: A Silent Spectator in Budget Decisions
A national budget isn’t just about numbers—it’s a roadmap that reflects a country’s economic goals, governance approach, and policy priorities.… Continue reading India’s Parliament: A Silent Spectator in Budget Decisions
5th April
Russian Invasion of Ukraine: Global Implications
[5th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: A case for the Global South in securing Ukraine peace
Minority Issues – SC, ST, Dalits, OBC, Reservations, etc.
Parliament passes Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025 as Rajya Sabha grants approval
Women empowerment issues – Jobs,Reservation and education
A people still waiting to move out of the margins
Heard and McDonald Islands
Telecom and Postal Sector – Spectrum Allocation, Call Drops, Predatory Pricing, etc
India’s Subsea Cable Infrastructure
Indian Army Updates
Exercise INDRA 2025
AYUSH – Indian Medicine System
Central Sector Scheme for Promotion of International Cooperation for AYUSH
From Shore to Horizon: What Lies Ahead for India’s Maritime Policy
PM Modi has unveiled ‘MAHASAGAR’ (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) during his March 2025 visit… Continue reading From Shore to Horizon: What Lies Ahead for India’s Maritime Policy
4th April
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
[4th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The other space race — the geopolitics of satellite net
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
India holds fire as Trump announces tariffs
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Bangladesh
Bangladesh events, a reflection of South Asia’s minorities
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
Ramakien Murals of the Grand Palace of Bangkok
Wetland Conservation
Why Naini Lake is seeing record-low water levels?
GI(Geographical Indicator) Tags
GI Tags Awarded in April 2025
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
PM gifted with a copy of Tripitaka by Thai PM
India’s AI Ambitions: Can Innovation Thrive Under Regulation?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, but in India, it’s also creating new challenges—especially for IT services and consulting… Continue reading India’s AI Ambitions: Can Innovation Thrive Under Regulation?
3rd April
Foreign Policy Watch: United Nations
50th Anniversary of Biological Weapons Convention (BWC)
Historical and Archaeological Findings in News
15th Century Copper Plates from the Vijayanagara Empire discovered
Climate Change Impact on India and World – International Reports, Key Observations, etc.
What is the Green Credit Programme?
RBI Notifications
RBI celebrates 90 years
Recalibrating Ties: How is India Reshaping Its Afghanistan Policy?
India has “historical and civilisational ties” with Afghanistan, Foreign Minister S Jaishankar told Parliament in 2023. But since the Taliban… Continue reading Recalibrating Ties: How is India Reshaping Its Afghanistan Policy?
2nd April
Foreign Policy Watch: India-China
China-India ties across the past and into the future
Primary and Secondary Education – RTE, Education Policy, SEQI, RMSA, Committee Reports, etc.
India’s educational transformation — the true picture
Indian Army Updates
[pib] Exercise Tiger Triumph
NITI Aayog’s Assessment
[pib] NITI NCAER States Economic Forum
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
Majorana 1 Chip and the Pursuit of Quantum Computing
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
Fram2 Polar-Orbiting Mission
Innovations in Sciences, IT, Computers, Robotics and Nanotechnology
IISc’s Bacteria-Based Technique for Lunar Habitat Construction
Bitter Medicine: Can India’s Pharma Industry Survive Its Quality Scandals
The pharmacy of the Global South is facing a reputation crisis after cough syrups made by Indian pharmaceutical companies were… Continue reading Bitter Medicine: Can India’s Pharma Industry Survive Its Quality Scandals
1st April
[1st April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Why are tensions high in the Arctic?
Parliament – Sessions, Procedures, Motions, Committees etc
Among Ministries, Home Affairs ‘dropped’ most assurances
Electoral Reforms In India
Delimitation: Thinking beyond Population Count
Historical and Archaeological Findings in News
Mahabodhi Temple, Gaya
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
Why the Parker Solar Probe is trying to ‘touch’ the Sun?
Festivals, Dances, Theatre, Literature, Art in News
Sarhul Festival Celebrations in Jharkhand
Over 1,000 species of Fungi threatened with extinction: IUCN
Summit Diplomacy: India’s Global Spotlight or a Diplomatic Gamble?
When Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un met in Singapore in 2018, the world watched with bated breath. The historic summit… Continue reading Summit Diplomacy: India’s Global Spotlight or a Diplomatic Gamble?
31st March
Primary and Secondary Education – RTE, Education Policy, SEQI, RMSA, Committee Reports, etc.
[31st March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘3Cs’ that haunt Indian education today
Judicial Appointments Conundrum Pre-NJAC Verdict
An IJS is an idea whose time has come
Women empowerment issues – Jobs,Reservation and education
Gender gap in household chores persists in urban India
Coal and Mining Sector
India’s Coal Dependence rose to 79%
Judicial Reforms
What are the Norms for Disclosure of Judges’ Assets?
Animal Husbandry, Dairy & Fisheries Sector – Pashudhan Sanjivani, E- Pashudhan Haat, etc
Tribhuvandas Patel: the Father of Cooperative Movement
Indian Army Updates
[pib] Exercise INIOCHOS 25
Australia’s Economic Engagement with India: Key Insights
Australia’s Confidence in India’s Economic Future Australia anticipates that India will become the world’s third-largest economy by 2030 and has… Continue reading Australia’s Economic Engagement with India: Key Insights
29th March
Nuclear Energy
[29th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Advantage China in Africa’s nuclear energy market race
Freedom of Speech – Defamation, Sedition, etc.
Supreme Court relief to Pratapgarhi: Can’t be so shaky on our basics over a poem or stand-up comedy
Russian Invasion of Ukraine: Global Implications
India’s geopolitical vision should be larger
Global Geological And Climatic Events
Massive Earthquake hits Myanmar and Thailand
MGNREGA Scheme
Centre hikes MGNREGS wages by 2-7% for FY26
Indian Army Updates
Tri-services Exercise Prachand Prahaar
Port Infrastructure and Shipping Industry – Sagarmala Project, SDC, CEZ, etc.
[pib] 10 Years of Sagarmala Project
[UPSC Webinar] By Arvind Sir | Most IMP Mains PYQs & Microthemes For UPSC 2026 | Join on 31st March at 7:00 PM
Register for the session to get complete UPSC 2026 preparation plan and strategy Read about Arvind Sir’s UPSC 2026 Prep… Continue reading [UPSC Webinar] By Arvind Sir | Most IMP Mains PYQs & Microthemes For UPSC 2026 | Join on 31st March at 7:00 PM
Delimitation Dilemma: A Fair Deal or a Power Grab ?
The debate over redrawing electoral boundaries has heated up again, especially with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Stalin strongly opposing it.… Continue reading Delimitation Dilemma: A Fair Deal or a Power Grab ?
28th March
Foreign Policy Watch: India-United States
[28th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: U.S. defence ties — India needs to keep its eyes open
Foreign Policy Watch: India-Myanmar
Should the free movement regime between India and Myanmar remain?
Social Media: Prospect and Challenges
SAHYOG must adhere to the safeguards and procedures in Section 69A of IT Act
Historical and Archaeological Findings in News
Who was Rana Sanga (1484–1527)?
Right To Privacy
Section 44(3) of the DPDP Act
Promoting Science and Technology – Missions,Policies & Schemes
India BioEconomy Report
International Space Agencies – Missions and Discoveries
GAIA Mission
India-Myanmar Relations Amid Myanmar Civil War
Note4Students: India-Myanmar relations have faced increasing challenges following recent decisions by the India to fence the India-Myanmar border. While approaching… Continue reading India-Myanmar Relations Amid Myanmar Civil War
27th March
Promoting Science and Technology – Missions,Policies & Schemes
[27th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The issue is about the ‘quality’ of India’s publications
Primary and Secondary Education – RTE, Education Policy, SEQI, RMSA, Committee Reports, etc.
The CBSE’s ‘two-exam scheme’ overcomplicates things
Women Safety Issues – Marital Rape, Domestic Violence, Swadhar, Nirbhaya Fund, etc.
SC stays HC’s ‘inhuman’ remarks on rape bid
Modern Indian History-Events and Personalities
How Sir Syed reconciled Faith with Reason?
Gold Monetisation Scheme
Govt discontinues Gold Monetization Scheme
Government Budgets
What is Finance Bill?
Indian Missile Program Updates
DRDO tests Vertically Launched Short-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VLSRSAM)
Economic Impact of Freebies : Can India Afford Them ?
PYQ ANCHORING: GS 2: In the light of recent controversy regarding the use of Electronic Voting Ma chines (EVM), what… Continue reading Economic Impact of Freebies : Can India Afford Them ?
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