Hoyle–Narlikar Theory of Gravity
Why in the News? Jayant Narlikar, renowned Indian astrophysicist and Padma Vibhushan awardee, who co-developed the Hoyle–Narlikar Theory to refine… Continue reading Hoyle–Narlikar Theory of Gravity
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RBI revises rules for investment in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)
Why in the News? The RBI has released revised draft guidelines for investments made by Regulated Entities (REs) in Alternative… Continue reading RBI revises rules for investment in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)
Potato Cultivation in India
Why in the News? India is likely to become the world’s largest potato producer, overtaking China, by 2050, according to… Continue reading Potato Cultivation in India
Getting the ‘micropicture’ at the panchayat level
Why in the News? The release of the Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) Baseline Report 2022–23 in April 2025 marks a… Continue reading Getting the ‘micropicture’ at the panchayat level
The ongoing oil price tensions
Why in the News? In May 2025, Saudi Arabia led OPEC+ to reverse previous production cuts, sparking a full-fledged oil… Continue reading The ongoing oil price tensions
Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Why in the News? The Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) status of a notable British-Indian academic has been cancelled due… Continue reading Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI)
Global Report on Food Crises, 2025
Why in the News? The Global Report on Food Crises (GRFC) 2025 has revealed that more than 295 million people… Continue reading Global Report on Food Crises, 2025
[pib] What is Operation Olivia?
Why in the News? As of February 2025, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) protected a record 6.98 lakh Olive Ridley… Continue reading [pib] What is Operation Olivia?
NASA’s GRAIL Mission
Why in the News? Scientists now believe the Moon’s near side looks different from its far side due to its… Continue reading NASA’s GRAIL Mission
[19th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: What is a Presidential reference?
PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2017] Critically examine the Supreme Court’s judgement on ‘National Judicial Appointments Commission Act, 2014’ with reference to… Continue reading [19th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: What is a Presidential reference?
Mahadayi Water Dispute
Why in the News? A protest has erupted in Goa after a scientific paper on water availability and diversion in… Continue reading Mahadayi Water Dispute
What is A-to-I mRNA Editing?
Why in the News? Chinese researchers found that A-to-I mRNA editing, once considered random, plays a key role in development,… Continue reading What is A-to-I mRNA Editing?
RBI’s Transfer of ‘Surplus’ to the Government
Why in the News? The RBI may transfer a record ₹2.5–₹3 lakh crore surplus for 2024–25 after its recent review… Continue reading RBI’s Transfer of ‘Surplus’ to the Government
Seasonal Impact of Monsoons on Wind Power
Why in the News? The onset of cool, moisture-laden monsoon winds offers not just relief but also a significant opportunity… Continue reading Seasonal Impact of Monsoons on Wind Power
Why Northeast-Kolkata link via Myanmar — not Bangladesh — is significant
Why in the News? Recently, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has approved a 166.8-km four-lane highway from… Continue reading Why Northeast-Kolkata link via Myanmar — not Bangladesh — is significant
Madras HC judge picks: 88% not from general category
Why in the News? During the tenure of Chief Justices D.Y. Chandrachud and Sanjiv Khanna, authorities appointed 15 out of… Continue reading Madras HC judge picks: 88% not from general category
[17th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The ingredient to turn around nutrition outcomes
PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2024] Distinguish between gender equality, gender equity and women’s empowerment. Why is it important to take gender… Continue reading [17th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The ingredient to turn around nutrition outcomes
Permanent Lok Adalats
Why in the News? Permanent Lok Adalats in as many as 16 districts of Rajasthan have ceased functioning owing to… Continue reading Permanent Lok Adalats
Restoration of Rajon ki Baoli
Why in the News? The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), in private collaboration, has successfully completed the restoration of Rajon… Continue reading Restoration of Rajon ki Baoli
125 Years of Kodaikanal Solar Observatory (KoSO)
Why in the News? The Department of Posts has released a commemorative postage stamp to mark 125 years of the… Continue reading 125 Years of Kodaikanal Solar Observatory (KoSO)
