Growing pains: On economic performance, Viksit Bharat

Why in the News? India’s economic data for 2024–25 shows a mixed picture: the economy grew strongly by 7.4% in the last quarter, which was better than expected, but the overall yearly growth dropped to 6.5% — the lowest in four years since the pandemic. What led to the higher-than-expected GDP growth in Q4 2024-25?… Continue reading

Places in News: Zangezur Corridor

Why in the News? The aftermath of Operation Sindoor highlights India’s strategic concerns over the proposed Zangezur Corridor in Armenia backed by Azerbaijan and Turkiye. About the Zangezur Corridor: What it is: The Zangezur Corridor is a proposed land route through Armenia’s Syunik Province that would connect Azerbaijan to its Nakhchivan region, cutting across Armenian… Continue reading

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)

Why in the news? As of May 17, Iran holds 408.6 kg of enriched uranium (near to the weapons-grade level) up to 60%, up sharply from 274.8 kg in February 2024, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). About the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA): What it is: The IAEA is an international organization… Continue reading

Neolithic Site of Daojali Hading in Assam

Why in the News? A recent archaeological survey has confirmed that Daojali Hading, located in Assam’s Dima Hasao district, was a Neolithic habitation zone over 2,700 years ago. About Daojali Hading Neolithic Site: Location: It is an important Neolithic archaeological site located in Dima Hasao district, Assam, within the Langting-Mupa Reserve Forest. How old is… Continue reading

In news: Valley of Flowers National Park

Why in the News? The Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand opened to tourists on June 1 for its annual four-month window. About the Valley of Flowers National Park: Location: The park is in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, within the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve. Altitude and Size: It covers 87 square kilometres and lies at 3,352 to… Continue reading

Jharkhand to set up its first Tiger Safari near Palamau TR

Why in the News? The Jharkhand government has announced to establish its first tiger safari in the fringe area of the Barwadih Western Forest Range in Latehar district, which is part of the Palamau Tiger Reserve (PTR). What is a Tiger Safari? About: A tiger safari is a tourist activity where visitors observe tigers in… Continue reading

600-million-year-old stromatolites in the Himalayas tell the story of an ocean lost and Earth’s first breath

Why in the News? A huge 600-million-year-old group of stromatolites was found in Chambaghat, Himachal Pradesh, sparking new interest in India’s ancient rocks and the early history of life on Earth. What are Stromatolites? Stromatolites are layered, reef-like structures formed by ancient blue-green algae called cyanobacteria. These tiny microbes trapped and bound sediments in shallow… Continue reading

300th Birth Anniversary of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar

Why in the News? Prime Minister paid tributes to Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar on her 300th birth anniversary. About Ahilyabai Holkar: Early Life: Born on May 31, 1725, in Chondi village, (in erstwhile Ahilyanagar District) Maharashtra, Ahilyabai belonged to the Shephard community. Her father, a village head, taught her to read and write—rare for girls then.… Continue reading

JNCASR develops Fast-Charging Sodium-Ion Battery

Why in the News? Scientists at Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Bengaluru have developed a super-fast charging Sodium-ion battery. About Sodium-Ion Battery and Its Working: What it is: Sodium-ion batteries are rechargeable batteries that use sodium (Na⁺) ions to carry electric charge, instead of lithium. How it works: During charging and discharging,… Continue reading

Quality Council of India (QCI)

Why in the News? The Minister of State for Commerce and Industry inaugurated the new unified headquarters of the Quality Council of India (QCI) at the World Trade Centre in New Delhi. About Quality Council of India (QCI): Establishment: QCI was set up in 1997 as an autonomous, non-profit body through a public-private partnership between… Continue reading

17th Edition of Exercise Nomadic Elephant

Why in the News? The 17th edition of the India–Mongolia Joint Military Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT is being held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia from May 31 to June 13, 2025. About Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT: About: It is a bilateral military exercise between the Indian Army and the Mongolian Armed Forces. Launch Year: It was first conducted in… Continue reading

[30th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Rewriting the script of Early Childhood Education

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2020] National Education Policy 2020 is in conformity with the Sustainable Development Goal-4 (2030). It intends to restructure and reorient education system in India. Critically examine the statement. Linkage: A key focus of the NEP 2020 is the strengthening and formalization of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE), recognizing its foundational importance.… Continue reading

Danger in the sea: On Kerala and the MSC Elsa 3 sinking

Why in the News? The container ship MSC Elsa 3 sank off the coast of Kochi on May 24, triggering a major environmental and maritime safety crisis that could turn into one of India’s worst maritime pollution disasters. What led to the sinking of MSC Elsa 3? Operational Failure at Sea: On May 24, MSC… Continue reading

C Raja Mohan writes: In India, needed, a crypto strategy

Why in the News? The MoU signed between Pakistan’s newly created Crypto Council and World Liberty Financial Inc. (WLFI)—a company linked to the Trump family—signals a dramatic pivot by Pakistan toward digital assets, despite its economic fragility. What are the key objectives of the Pakistan-WLFI crypto collaboration? Promote Financial Inclusion: Use blockchain technology to increase… Continue reading

Initial Public Offering (IPO)

Why in the News? OpenAI has announced its readiness for a future Initial Public Offering (IPO). Laws Governing IPOs in India: SEBI Act, 1992: Empowers SEBI to regulate capital markets and IPO processes. Companies Act, 2013: Governs company formation, prospectus rules, and disclosure norms. SEBI (ICDR) Regulations, 2018: Specifies detailed rules on IPO eligibility, pricing,… Continue reading

Birth Anniversary of Veer Savarkar

Why in the News? The Prime Minister paid tributes to Veer Savarkar on his birth anniversary on May 28th. About Veer Savarkar: Life, Contributions, and Legacy Details Who was Veer Savarkar? • Born on May 28, 1883, in Bhagur, Maharashtra, • Founded the Abhinav Bharat Society (1904) with his brother Ganesh Damodar Savarkar for armed… Continue reading

Culling of Vermins

Why in the News? The Kerala Cabinet is exploring the legal possibility of introducing a bill to permit scientific and regulated culling of wild animals, particularly feral boars. What are Vermins? Definition: Vermins are animals considered harmful or nuisance-causing because they damage crops, threaten livestock, or pose risks to human life and property. Examples: Common… Continue reading

[29th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s financial sector reforms need a shake-up

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2013] The product diversification of financial institutions and insurance companies, resulting in overlapping of products and services strengthens the case for the merger of the two regulatory agencies, namely SEBI and IRDA. Justify. Linkage: The structure and efficiency of financial sector regulation by discussing the potential merger of two key regulatory bodies… Continue reading

The importance of the Deputy Speaker

Why in the News? For the first time in India’s parliamentary history, the Deputy Speaker’s position stayed empty for the whole Lok Sabha term from 2019 to 2024, and now there is a chance it won’t be filled in the 18th Lok Sabha either. Why is the Deputy Speaker’s vacancy a constitutional concern? Violation of… Continue reading

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