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Cuvette Centrale: World’s Largest Tropical Peatland Complex

Why in the News? The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has launched oil exploration over 124 million hectares of the Cuvette Centrale peatlands raising global ecological risk. About the Cuvette Centrale Peatland Complex: Location: Central Congo Basin, spanning the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of Congo. Size: Covers approximately 145,000–167,600 sq.… Continue reading Cuvette Centrale: World’s Largest Tropical Peatland Complex

[30th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Bihar’s dark side — the hub of girl child trafficking

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2024] In dealing with socio-economic issues of development, what kind of collaboration between government, NGO’s and the private sector would be most productive? Linkage: This question is highly relevant because the article explicitly state that child trafficking in Bihar is a severe socio-economic issue rooted in “poverty” and “complete absence of regulatory… Continue reading [30th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Bihar’s dark side — the hub of girl child trafficking

In news: Kyoto Protocol

Why in the News? Vijai Sharma, a 1974-batch IAS officer and architect of India’s climate diplomacy, who helped shape the Kyoto Protocol for safeguarding the interests of developing countries like India, has passed away. About Kyoto Protocol: Adopted: 11 December 1997 (UNFCCC COP-3, Kyoto, Japan); Came into Force: 16 February 2005 Legal Status: Legally binding… Continue reading In news: Kyoto Protocol

NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR)

Why in the News? The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) has been successfully launched from Sriharikota using GSLV Mk-II. About NISAR (NASA–ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar): Launch Vehicle: GSLV Mk-II | Launch Site: Sriharikota, India Mission Life: 3 years (planned); 5+ years (design) Orbit: Sun-synchronous polar orbit at 747 km with 98.4° inclination Objective: High-precision monitoring… Continue reading NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR)

Pralay Missile 

Why in the News? The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted two consecutive test flights of the Pralay missile from the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Island off Odisha’s coast. About Pralay Missile: Developer: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), led by Research Centre Imarat (RCI) with Indian industry support. Purpose: Tactical surface-to-surface missile… Continue reading Pralay Missile 

National Population Register (NPR)

Why in the News? The Government of India recently clarified in the Lok Sabha that no final decision has been taken regarding the updation of the National Population Register (NPR) during the upcoming Population Census 2027. What is the National Population Register (NPR)? Overview: NPR is a register of “usual residents” in India—individuals who have… Continue reading National Population Register (NPR)

Lessons from past The Chola legacy includes good governance, not just grand temples

Why in the News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Tamil Nadu during the Aadi Thiruvathirai festival at Gangaikonda Cholapuram drew attention due to its subtle political messaging and focus on the legacy of the Chola dynasty, especially Rajendra Chola I. How can the Chola administration guide modern local governance? Land and Revenue Management: They… Continue reading Lessons from past The Chola legacy includes good governance, not just grand temples

Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS)

Why in the News? PM recently stated that 77 stations in Tamil Nadu are being redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS), positioning the state as a hub for railway transformation. About the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS): Launch: 2022 by the Ministry of Railways. Goal: Modernise and develop railway stations through phased, long-term upgrades. Master Plans:… Continue reading Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS)

Exercise ‘Bold Kurukshetra’, 2025

Why in the News? The 14th edition of the India–Singapore Joint Military Exercise — Exercise Bold Kurukshetra — commenced in Jodhpur. About Exercise ‘Bold Kurukshetra’ Launch Year: 2005, after the 2003 India–Singapore Defence Cooperation Agreement. Purpose: Strengthen bilateral defence ties, boost operational coordination, and enhance regional security. Frequency: Held annually or biannually, alternating between Indian… Continue reading Exercise ‘Bold Kurukshetra’, 2025

[28th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How is India preparing against GLOF events?

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2024] What is disaster resilience? How is it determined? Describe various elements of a resilience framework. Also mention the global targets of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (2015-2030). Linkage: The article explicitly states that the NDMA has “markedly accelerated its efforts to manage these increasing risks” and initiated a “proactive… Continue reading [28th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How is India preparing against GLOF events?

Not the way Criminalising Adolescent Sex will undermine the aim of the POCSO Act

Why in the News? Recently, the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 is under scrutiny as the Supreme Court examines whether consensual sex between adolescents aged 16–18 should be decriminalised. What are the issues related to criminalising adolescent consent as per SC? Misuse of Law Against Teens: Criminalising consensual sex between 16–18-year-olds… Continue reading Not the way Criminalising Adolescent Sex will undermine the aim of the POCSO Act

Veer Parivar Sahayata Yojana

Why in the News? The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) has launched the ‘Veer Parivar Sahayata Yojana’, aimed at improving legal aid for defence personnel and their families. Back2Basics: National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) Established under: Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 (in force from 1995) Mandate: Ensure free, competent legal aid to the socially and… Continue reading Veer Parivar Sahayata Yojana

Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) under POSH Act

Why in the News? A student in Odisha, died by suicide after her sexual harassment complaint was rejected by her college’s Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), showing the urgent need for stronger grievance systems. About Internal Complaints Committee (ICC): Legal Basis: Mandated under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013… Continue reading Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) under POSH Act

Artform in News: Soharai Mural Paintings

Why in the News? The second Kala Utsav 2025 at Rashtrapati Bhavan celebrated India’s tribal art, with artists from Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal showcasing Sohrai, Pattachitra, and Patua paintings. About Sohrai Paintings: Origin: Indigenous to Jharkhand, especially the Hazaribagh region. Etymology: Derived from ‘Soro’ meaning “to drive away with a stick.” Historical Roots: Traces… Continue reading Artform in News: Soharai Mural Paintings

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