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No time to rest: India did well in climbing up SDG Rankings, but falls short in governance

Why in the News? India has entered the top 100 in the Sustainable Development Report (2025), ranking 99th out of 167 countries, according to the UN-backed Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN). This shows a clear improvement from its 110th position in 2016, marking a notable step forward. What does India’s SDG ranking improvement show? India… Continue reading No time to rest: India did well in climbing up SDG Rankings, but falls short in governance

‘Socialist’ and ‘Secular’ Words in Preamble

Why in the News? A far-right leader has called for a public debate on the terms “socialist” and “secular” in the Preamble of the Indian Constitution, arguing they were added undemocratically during the Emergency via the 42nd Amendment and now require re-evaluation. About the Preamble: Overview: It is the introductory statement to the Constitution of… Continue reading ‘Socialist’ and ‘Secular’ Words in Preamble

UP’s Salkhan Fossil Park makes it to UNESCO tentative list

Why in the News? Salkhan Fossil Park, also known as Sonbhadra Fossils Park, has been recently added to UNESCO’s Tentative List for World Heritage Sites. About Salkhan Fossil Park: Location: It is located in Salkhan village, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. Fossil Significance: It is renowned for its stromatolite fossils, ancient layered structures formed by cyanobacteria… Continue reading UP’s Salkhan Fossil Park makes it to UNESCO tentative list

[pib] Researchers validate Optical Properties of Teak Leaf Extracts

Why in the News? In a breakthrough, scientists at the Raman Research Institute (RRI) have found that teak leaf extract (Tectona grandis) could offer a natural, sustainable solution for laser protection. About Optical Properties of Teak Leaf: Natural Composition: Teak leaves (Tectona grandis) contain natural compounds that can interact with strong laser light. Laser Blocking… Continue reading [pib] Researchers validate Optical Properties of Teak Leaf Extracts

[27th June 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Fathoming America’s plan to manage AI proliferation

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2021] The USA is facing an existential threat in the form of a China, that is much more challenging than the erstwhile Soviet Union.” Explain. Linkage: The article explicitly state that the US views AI technology control as a means to “preserve its lead” against adversaries like China and Russia, seeing advanced… Continue reading [27th June 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Fathoming America’s plan to manage AI proliferation

Type 2 diabetes rising among young people, posing lifetime risks: Lancet

Why in the News? A new series by The Lancet highlights a major shift in global health. Type 2 diabetes, which earlier affected mostly older people, is now increasing quickly among those under 40. Around 260 million young adults worldwide already have the disease. What distinguishes early-onset type 2 diabetes from adult-onset in impact? Longer… Continue reading Type 2 diabetes rising among young people, posing lifetime risks: Lancet

India to host Regional Wing of International Potato Center (CIP)

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet approved the establishment of the CIP-South Asia Regional Centre (CSARC) of the International Potato Centre (CIP) in Singna, Agra, Uttar Pradesh. About the International Potato Centre (CIP): Establishment: The CIP was founded in 1971 in Lima, Peru, to promote research on potato, sweet potato, and Andean root crops.… Continue reading India to host Regional Wing of International Potato Center (CIP)

Agricultural Fungicides causing C. Tropicalis Infections

Why in the News? Researchers at Fudan University found that overuse of the fungicide tebuconazole is causing azole-resistant Candida tropicalis to emerge — a deadly fungus with a 55–60% mortality rate. About Candida tropicalis: Overview: Candida tropicalis is a fungal pathogen prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions, including India. Type: It is a yeast species… Continue reading Agricultural Fungicides causing C. Tropicalis Infections

[26th June 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘Axis of Upheaval’ in the West Asia conflict 

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2022] How will I2U2 (India, Israel, UAE and USA) grouping transform India’s position in global politics? Linkage: This question highlights a new grouping involving Israel and the USA, both central to the West Asia conflict described as the origin point for the “Axis of Upheaval”. The formation and impact of such new… Continue reading [26th June 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘Axis of Upheaval’ in the West Asia conflict 

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