[pib] Quad Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN)

Why in the News? The Quad nations—India, Australia, Japan, and the United States—conducted a Tabletop Exercise (TTX) in Honolulu, Hawaii to simulate the launch of the Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN). About IPLN (Indo-Pacific Logistics Network) The IPLN is a Quad-led initiative focused on coordinating shared logistics for civilian disaster response across the Indo-Pacific region. It… Continue reading

Centre releases Draft Climate Finance Taxonomy Framework

Why in the News? To channel investments into clean-energy projects and climate-resilient infrastructure, the Finance Ministry has released a draft document titled ‘Framework of India’s Climate Finance Taxonomy’. What is a Climate Finance Taxonomy? A CFT is a classification system that defines which economic activities qualify as climate-friendly or sustainable investments. It helps investors, financial… Continue reading

[8th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Pakistan’s complex web of terror networks

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2023] Give out the major sources of terror funding in India and the efforts being made to curtail these sources. In the light of this, also discuss the aim and objective of the ‘No Money for Terror (NMFT)’ Conference recently held at New Delhi in November 2022. Linkage: Pakistan’s terror infrastructure, including… Continue reading

The building blocks of an India-U.S. energy future

Why in the News? U.S. Vice-President J.D. Vance recently mentioned that the U.S. is ready to work more closely with India on energy and defense. What are the main areas of India-U.S. cooperation? Energy Security: Strengthening access to sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy resources is central to India-U.S. ties. Eg: In 2024, both countries signed… Continue reading

[pib] Cabinet approves Revised SHAKTI Policy

Why in the News? The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved a proposal under the Revised SHAKTI (Scheme to Harness and Allocate Koyla Transparently in India) Policy to enhance coal availability for Central/State Sector Thermal Power Plants and Independent Power Producers (IPPs). About the SHAKTI Policy: The SHAKTI Policy, launched in 2017 by… Continue reading

Cashless Treatment Scheme for Road Accident Victims

Why in the News? The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has officially notified the Cashless Treatment of Road Accident Victims Scheme, 2025, which came into force on May 5, 2025. In 2023, India reported over 4.80 lakh road accidents and 1.72 lakh fatalities, highlighting the urgent need for such a scheme. About the… Continue reading

Civil Defence under the Civil Defence Act, 1968

Why in the News? The Union Home Ministry directed all states and Union Territories to conduct a Civil Defence Mock Drill, aimed at assessing and enhancing the readiness of India’s civil defence mechanisms. About Civil Defence under the Civil Defence Act, 1968 The Civil Defence Act, 1968 was enacted to ensure measures for civil defence… Continue reading

Palaeofires from Permian and Late Silurian in the Godavari Basin

Why in the News? Recent research has uncovered evidence of ancient wildfires (palaeofires) in the Godavari Basin, shedding light on Earth’s geological and climatic history from over 250 million years ago. What are Palaeofires? Palaeofires refer to ancient wildfires that occurred in the Earth’s past, influencing the vegetation, climate, and even the formation of coal.… Continue reading

India up three spots to 130 in HDI

Why in the News? India ranks 130th out of 193 countries in the 2025 Human Development Report (HDR), marking continued progress in human development according to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). About Human Development Index (HDI): HDR has been published by UNDP since 1990, exploring various human development themes. HDI is a composite index… Continue reading

Total Allowable Catch (TAC) in Fishing

Why in the News? A recent legal dispute between the US and Russia has brought the issue of Total Allowable Catch (TAC) into the spotlight. About Total Allowable Catch (TAC): TAC refers to the maximum quantity of a specific fish species that can be legally harvested in a defined period. It is established to prevent… Continue reading

Detaining Non-Citizens and the Rule of Law

Why in the News? Assam’s immigration detention system not only harms the freedom and well-being of the people held there, but also raises serious questions about whether it follows the basic rules and values of the Constitution. What laws are used to detain non-citizens in India? Foreigners Act, 1946: Allows the government to detain and… Continue reading

Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP)

Why in the News? The National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) has reported major structural and operational defects in Telangana’s Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP), citing “irreparable damage” to three key barrages, including Medigadda. About Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP) KLIP, located on the Godavari River in Telangana, is the world’s largest multi-stage lift irrigation project,… Continue reading

India to showcase SVAMITVA Scheme at World Bank Land Conference

Why in the News? India’s SVAMITVA Scheme will be showcased at the World Bank Land Conference, highlighting its role in land governance reform, climate action, and rural empowerment. About SVAMITVA (Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas): Launched on 24th April 2020 by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, the SVAMITVA Scheme… Continue reading

Fracture Discovered in a Cosmic Bone of the Milky Way

Why in the News? NASA has released an image of a fractured structure in the Milky Way’s galactic centre. The feature, named G359.13, was captured using X-ray data from Chandra and radio data from South Africa’s MeerKAT array. What is G359.13? G359.13 is a long, linear structure near the centre of the Milky Way. It… Continue reading

Microplastics disrupting the Ocean’s Carbon Cycle

Why in the News? A study published in Nature reveals that microplastics have deeply infiltrated the ocean, affecting the planet’s biogeochemical and carbon cycles. Key Findings of the Study: Microplastics (1–100 micrometres) dominate the ocean’s water column, especially below surface layers, unlike larger plastic fragments (100–5,000 micrometres) which remain near the surface. Subsurface microplastics were… Continue reading

Biological Diversity (Access and Benefit Sharing) Regulation, 2025

Why in the News? The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has released new rules to regulate access to biological resources and ensure fair and equitable benefit sharing, as approved by the Central Government. About New Biodiversity Regulation, 2025: It governs how benefits from the use of biological resources and associated traditional knowledge or digital sequence information… Continue reading

Water Sharing Dispute between Punjab and Haryana

Why in the News? Tensions escalated between Punjab and Haryana after the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) decided to release an extra 4,500 cusecs of water from the Bhakra dam to Haryana, sparking political and legal opposition from Punjab. About the Punjab-Haryana Water Dispute: The dispute dates back to 1966 when Haryana was created from… Continue reading

‘Kamala’ and ‘Pusa DST Rice 1’ GM Rice

Why in the News? India’s Agriculture Minister has introduced ‘Kamala’ and ‘Pusa DST Rice 1’, the country’s first genome-edited rice varieties, developed by ICAR. These are also the world’s first genome-edited rice varieties. About ‘Kamala’ and ‘Pusa DST Rice 1’: Kamala (DRR Dhan 100): Developed by ICAR-IIRR Hyderabad, derived from Samba Mahsuri; shows higher yield,… Continue reading

Repairability Index (RI) for Mobile and Electronics Sector

Why in the News? The Committee formed to design India’s Repairability Index (RI) framework has submitted its report to Department of Consumer Affairs. About Repairability Index (RI): The RI is a standardized label that indicates how easily a product can be repaired by assessing multiple parameters. It is designed to empower consumers to make informed… Continue reading

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