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[pib] Lokpal of India

Why in the News? The Lokpal of India, India’s central anti-corruption ombudsman, is moving forward to fill 81 approved posts on a deputation basis. Historical Context of the Lokpal: Initial Proposal (1966): First proposed by the First Administrative Reforms Commission to tackle high-level corruption. Legislative Failures (1971–2008): Multiple Lokpal Bills introduced in Parliament but none… Continue reading [pib] Lokpal of India

Ramsar COP15 opens in Zimbabwe

Why in the News? Delegates from 172 countries convened in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, for the 15th Meeting of the Conference of the Contracting Parties (COP15) to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. Highlights of Ramsar COP15 Theme: Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future Host Nation: Zimbabwe (holds presidency of the Ramsar Convention for 3 years) Expected… Continue reading Ramsar COP15 opens in Zimbabwe

UAV Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3

Why in the News? DRDO has successfully test-fired the UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3. About ULPGM-V3: Overview: It is a fire-and-forget air-to-surface missile developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Variants: It is an upgraded version of V1 and V2, with improved range, autonomy, and targeting precision. Development: Collaboration by Adani Defence, Bharat Dynamics,… Continue reading UAV Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3

Clean house: On India’s septic tank desludging

Why in the News? Recently, a social audit tabled in Parliament revealed 150 hazardous cleaning deaths in 2022–23, exposing unsafe outsourcing, poor implementation of safety laws, and inadequate funding under schemes like NAMASTE. Despite Supreme Court orders and successful models in states like Odisha and Tamil Nadu, enforcement and mechanisation remain critically lacking nationwide. Why… Continue reading Clean house: On India’s septic tank desludging

AdFalciVax Vaccine for Malaria

Why in the News? The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has introduced AdFalciVax, a new malaria vaccine candidate targeting Plasmodium falciparum. About AdFalciVax Developer: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR); private partners will handle trials and manufacturing. Vaccine Type: Chimeric recombinant vaccine targeting Plasmodium falciparum, the deadliest malaria parasite. Technology: Circumsporozoite Protein (CSP): Offers… Continue reading AdFalciVax Vaccine for Malaria

Financial Inclusion Index, 2025

Why in the News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced that the Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index) for Financial Year (FY) 2025 has risen to 67.0, up from 64.2 in FY 2024. About Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index): Developer: Created by the Reserve Bank of India to assess the extent of financial inclusion in India.… Continue reading Financial Inclusion Index, 2025

Tribes in news: Khasi

Why in the News? The Meghalaya High Court heard a PIL against the Khasi Lineage Act (preserves Khasi matrilineal traditions) for allegedly denying ST certificates to those with paternal surnames. About Khasi Tribe: Region: Indigenous to Meghalaya, Northeast India. Linguistic Family: Belong to the Austroasiatic language group. Language: Speak Khasi language, written in the Roman… Continue reading Tribes in news: Khasi

Coral Loss in Lakshadweep

Why in the News? A 24-year-long study conducted by the Nature Conservation Foundation reveals that coral cover in Lakshadweep has declined by 50% since 1998. Coral Decline in Lakshadweep: Key Highlights Study Duration: Based on a 24-year study (1998–2022). Findings: 50% decline in live coral cover—from 37.2% to 19.6%. Main Cause: Repeated marine heatwaves linked… Continue reading Coral Loss in Lakshadweep

US withdraws from UNESCO

Why in the News? The United States has withdrawn from the UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) for the third time citing its “anti-Israel bias”. About UNESCO: Established: 1945, after World War II Headquarters: Paris, France Parent Body: United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Membership: 194 member states and 12 associate members;… Continue reading US withdraws from UNESCO

Towards Resilient and Prosperous Cities in India: World Bank Report (2024)

Why in the News? The World Bank’s report, “Towards Resilient and Prosperous Cities in India”, warns that climate risks like extreme heat and floods threaten India’s cities, despite their role as economic growth engines. About the ‘Towards Resilient and Prosperous Cities in India’ Report Prepared By: World Bank in collaboration with the Ministry of Housing… Continue reading Towards Resilient and Prosperous Cities in India: World Bank Report (2024)

China commences construction of Mega Dam over Brahmaputra

Why in the News? China has commenced the construction of a massive hydropower project on the Yarlung Tsangpo river (Brahmaputra in India) in southeastern Tibet. About the Mega Dam Project on Brahmaputra (Yarlung Tsangpo): Location: Nyingchi, southeastern Tibet, on the Yarlung Tsangpo River (Brahmaputra in India). Project Size: Estimated investment of 1.2 trillion yuan (USD… Continue reading China commences construction of Mega Dam over Brahmaputra

Places in news: Bitra Island

Why in the News? The Lakshadweep administration has proposed the acquisition of Bitra Island, the smallest inhabited island in the archipelago, for national defence purposes. About Bitra Island: Location: Situated in the Arabian Sea; part of the Amindivi subgroup of the Lakshadweep archipelago Distance from Mainland: ~483 km west of Kochi   Land Area: 0.10–0.18… Continue reading Places in news: Bitra Island

Javelin Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs)

Why in the News? India has formally submitted a Letter of Request (LoR) to the United States seeking the co-production of Javelin anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs) under the ‘Make in India’ initiative. About the Javelin Missile: About: American-made man-portable anti-tank guided missile (ATGM). Developers: Jointly developed by Raytheon and Lockheed Martin. Purpose: Defeats heavily armoured… Continue reading Javelin Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGMs)

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