[9th October 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: An anchor for India-U.K. ties, their economic partnership

Introduction: The signing of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) in July 2025 marks a major milestone in India–UK relations, cementing their partnership in trade, technology, defence, and climate cooperation. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to Mumbai further signals mutual intent to deepen collaboration under the evolving Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) framework of… Continue reading

Are workers’ rights being eroded?

Introduction / Context Recent Disasters: In 2025, three major industrial accidents — the Sigachi Industries chemical blast in Telangana (June 30), the Gokulesh Fireworks explosion in Sivakasi (July 1), and the Ennore Thermal Power Station collapse in Chennai (September 30) — killed nearly 60 workers within three months. Scale of the Problem: According to the… Continue reading

Private players to conserve heritage monuments

Why in the News? The Centre has recently proposed to open conservation of protected monuments to private participation, ending the Archaeological Survey of India’s (ASI) exclusive control over this domain. About Archaeological Survey of India (ASI): Establishment: Formed in 1861 under the Ministry of Culture, ASI is responsible for archaeological research, exploration, and protection of… Continue reading

Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) wins Chemistry Nobel Prize, 2025

Why in the News? The 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to Richard Robson, Susumu Kitagawa, and Omar Yaghi for pioneering the creation of metal–organic frameworks (MOFs). What are Metal–Organic Frameworks (MOFs)? Overview: They are crystalline materials composed of metal ions linked by organic molecules, forming a three-dimensional porous network capable of selectively… Continue reading

India to boost solar pumps scheme in Africa, Island nations

Why in the News? The Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) plans to showcase India’s PM-KUSUM and PM Surya Ghar schemes to several African and island nations through the International Solar Alliance (ISA) platform. India’s Global Outreach via International Solar Alliance (ISA): Founded: 2015, jointly by India and France, headquartered in Gurugram (Haryana,… Continue reading

Nesolynx banabitanae new wasp discovered in West Bengal

Why in the News? A new species of wasp, Nesolynx banabitanae, has been discovered in Central Park (Banabitan), Salt Lake, Kolkata. About ‘Nesolynx banabitanae’: Taxonomic Family: Belongs to the Eulophidae family — known for parasitic and hyperparasitic wasps. Type of Species: It is a hyperparasitoid, meaning it parasitises other parasitoid wasps rather than directly preying… Continue reading

In a multi-polar West, India’s opportunity

Introduction British PM Keir Starmer’s visit to Mumbai, the new EFTA trade pact, and ongoing EU-India trade talks in Brussels reflect Europe’s growing weight in India’s foreign policy. After years of limited engagement, Europe is emerging as a central partner in Delhi’s strategic calculus, just as the continent itself begins to assert geopolitical autonomy beyond… Continue reading

US-Russia to extend the New START Treaty

Why in the News? U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated a willingness to extend the New START Treaty with Russia by one year, until February 2027, as the treaty is due to expire next February. About the New START Treaty: About: New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START); Bilateral nuclear arms control pact between the… Continue reading

World’s Highest Motorable Road constructed at Mig La Pass in Ladakh

Why in the News? The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has achieved a historic milestone by constructing the world’s highest motorable road at Mig La Pass, situated 19,400 feet above sea level in Ladakh. Strategic Value: Enables rapid troop movement and logistics support in high-altitude sectors; promotes eco-tourism and local trade. What is Project Himank? Overview:… Continue reading

SC upholds Property Inheritance Rights for Gond Tribal Women

Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India has affirmed that women of the Gond community, a Scheduled Tribe under Article 342, are entitled to inherit ancestral property, even where no explicit tribal custom confers this right. Supreme Court Verdict on Gond Women’s Inheritance Rights: Background: Case concerned women of the Gond Scheduled Tribe… Continue reading

Physics Nobel Prize for Quantum Tunneling

Why in the News? The 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics has been awarded to John Clarke, Michel Devoret, and John Martinis for their discovery of macroscopic quantum mechanical tunnelling and energy quantisation in an electric circuit. Discovery of Macroscopic Quantum Effects: Essence of the Discovery: John Clarke, Michel Devoret, and John Martinis proved that quantum… Continue reading

[7th October 2025 ] The Hindu Op-ed: Calling out the criticism of the Indian Judiciary

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2023] Constitutionally guaranteed judicial independence is a prerequisite of democracy”. Comment. Linkage: The article defends judicial independence as the backbone of India’s democracy, arguing that blaming courts for developmental delays undermines their constitutional role as checks on executive excesses. It reinforces that true democracy thrives only when judicial autonomy remains uncompromised. Mentor’s… Continue reading

The Nobel laurates’ work has redefined the immune system itself

Introduction For decades, the immune system was viewed as a binary apparatus either attacking foreign invaders or remaining silent toward the body’s own cells. This year’s Nobel laureates, Mary Brunkow, Fred Ramsdell, and Shimon Sakaguchi, dismantled that simplistic view by uncovering the critical role of regulatory T-cells (Tregs) and the FOXP3 gene in maintaining self-tolerance.… Continue reading

[pib] PM-SETU Scheme

Why in the News? PM has launched the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) Scheme to modernize India’s Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) into industry-aligned centers of excellence. About the PM-SETU Scheme: Overview: Centrally Sponsored Scheme under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE). Objective: Upgrade 1,000 Government ITIs into modern,… Continue reading

SC to examine Constitutional Validity of Securities Transaction Tax (STT)

Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India has agreed to examine a petition challenging the constitutional validity of the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) imposed under the Finance Act, 2004. Legal Context of this Case: Petitioner: Aseem Juneja – contends that STT violates fundamental and economic rights. Bench: Headed by Justice J.B. Pardiwala; formal… Continue reading

India’s Dhvani Hypersonic Missile

Why in the News? The DRDO is preparing for the maiden test of the “Dhvani” hypersonic missile. About the Dhvani Missile and Its Features Overview: The Dhvani hypersonic missile is being developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) as part of its advanced hypersonic weapons programme. Type: It is designed as a Hypersonic… Continue reading

News specie “Chlorophytum vanapushpam” found

Why in the News? Researchers have discovered a new species of perennial herb Chlorophytum vanapushpam from the Vagamon hills of Idukki district, Kerala. About Chlorophytum vanapushpam: Discovery & Location: Newly discovered perennial herb of the Asparagaceae family, identified in Vagamon and Neymakkad hills (Idukki, Kerala) within the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot. Name & Meaning: “Vanam”… Continue reading

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