ISRO successfully conducts ‘Pushpak’ Reusable Landing Vehicle Landing

What is the news? The ISRO has conducted the Pushpak Reusable Landing Vehicle (RLV) LEX 02 landing experiment at the Aeronautical Test Range in Chitradurga. It was lifted by an Indian Air Force Chinook helicopter and released from an altitude of 4.5 km. This experiment marks a significant milestone in ISRO’s pursuit of reusable space… Continue reading

[23 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Two wars, the consequences for America’s standing

Relevance: GS II (International Relations) Prelims- Conflict zone with geographical location Mains- Impact of conflict over world Why in the news? The extent to which the Ukraine and Gaza wars will be influenced by U.S. election-year politics versus following their own course remains uncertain. The U.S. and the Ukraine War / Ukraine War influenced by… Continue reading

A turf war with the wild

Why in the news? Instances of human-animal conflict are on the rise in Kerala with the summer heat, scarcity of food, and loss of habitat forcing wild animals to stray into human habitations for sustenance. Context- Vulnerability of tribal communities living in such areas. While they have intricate knowledge of the forest and its resources,… Continue reading

China objects to US recognizing Arunachal as Indian Territory

Why in the news? China on Thursday said it firmly opposes the US recognition of Arunachal Pradesh as part of Indian territory Context- China’s strong reaction came hours after US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel’s remarks that the United States “recognises Arunachal Pradesh as Indian territory. US representative strongly oppose any unilateral attempts… Continue reading

RBI finalises Omnibus Framework for SROs in regulated entities

Why in the news? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday said it had finalised the Omnibus Framework for recognising Self-Regulatory Organisations (SRO) for its Regulated Entities. The key features of the Self-Regulatory Organization (SRO)- Omnibus Framework: The RBI has finalized an omnibus framework for recognizing Self-Regulatory Organizations (SROs) for regulated entities. This framework… Continue reading

Startups ‘reverse flip’: Pine Labs, Zepto, Meesho in queue for India return

Why in the news? Pine Labs and Zepto are the latest new-age companies looking to move headquarters to India. Context- There is a significant surge in reverse flipping within India’s startup scene, characterized by a growing trend of startups choosing to relocate their headquarters or establish a presence in the country. What is Reverse Flipping… Continue reading

Subduction Zone discovered beneath Gibraltar Strait

What is the news? Scientists in Portugal have uncovered a concerning revelation about the fate of the Atlantic Ocean, highlighting a potential ‘Ring of Fire’ (a Subduction Zone). Researchers caution that the Atlantic may be on the brink of closure due to subduction activity. Why discuss this? Closure of Gibraltar Strait: Computer simulations project… Continue reading

What are Critical Minerals?

Why in the news? India is looking for cobalt and other critical minerals in Zambia, Namibia, Congo, Ghana and Mozambique. It is still engaging with Australia for lithium blocks. Critical minerals, including lithium and cobalt, are crucial for technology, manufacturing and other industries. What are Critical Minerals? Critical minerals are elements that are crucial to… Continue reading

Hate Speech: Interpreting Section 153A IPC

What is the news? The Supreme Court reiterated that to constitute an offence under Section 153A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the essential ingredient is to create a sense of enmity and disharmony amongst two or more groups or communities. Quite often, politicians are arrested under section 153 A of IPC for alleged hate… Continue reading

Story of Usha Mehta and the Secret Congress Radio

Why in the news? Recently premiered on an OTT Platform, the film “Ae Watan Mere Watan” delves into the narrative of Usha Mehta and Congress Radio during the Quit India Movement of 1942. Who was Usha Mehta (1920-2000)? Usha Mehta was born on March 25, 1920, in Mumbai, India. Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s principles of… Continue reading

Supreme Court forms panel for Great Indian Bustard Conservation

What is the news? The Supreme Court has taken a decisive step by forming an expert committee to address the pressing issue of conserving the endangered Great Indian Bustard. About Great Indian Bustard (GIB) GIBs are the largest among the four bustard species found in India, the other three being MacQueen’s bustard, lesser florican, and… Continue reading

[22 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: New capabilities: India and the Agni-V with MIRV

PYQ Relevance: Mains:Q) Elucidate the relationship between globalization and new technology in a world of scarce resources, with special reference to India. (2022) Prelims:Which reference to Agni-IV Missile, which of the following statements is/are correct? (2015) (1) It is a surface-to-surface missile. (2) It is fuelled by liquid propellant only. (3) It can deliver one-tonne nuclear… Continue reading

Navigating the global Waterscape, its challenges

Why in the news? Today, March 22, 2024, is the 31st World Water Day, with the theme, “Leveraging water for peace” Context- In the context of climate change-related pressures, the world also needs to foster improved cooperation over water-sharing The global challenge for securing access to clean water persists for about two billion people and… Continue reading

How to bring about White Revolution 2.0

Why in the news? The government’s latest Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) for 2022-23 shows milk emerging as India’s top food spend item, both in rural and urban areas Key facts as per survey- The monthly value of milk and dairy products consumed by an average person in rural India, at Rs 314, was ahead… Continue reading

How House terms and poll schedules are decided

Why in the news? The date of counting for Assembly elections in Arunachal and Sikkim has been advanced by two days to make sure that the terms of their existing Houses don’t end before the election process is complete. Context- The Election Commission of India (ECI) holds a crucial responsibility in coordinating and supervising electoral… Continue reading

[pib] Exercise IMT TRILAT- 2024

Why in the news- INS Tir and INS Sujata are set to participate in the second edition of the India-Mozambique-Tanzania (IMT) Tri-Lateral (TRILAT) Exercise. Exercise IMT TRILAT- 2024 It is a biennial exercise conducted by the navies of India, Mozambique and Tanzania. The first edition of the exercise took place in October 2022. It seeks… Continue reading

[pib] India to co-chair of its ITU Digital Innovation Board

What is the news- Neeraj Mittal, Secretary of the Department of Telecommunications, Government of India was unanimously elected as co-chair of the Digital Innovation Board of International Telecommunication Union (ITU). About ITU Digital Innovation Board This board is established under the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Alliance for Digital Development. It comprises of Ministers and Vice… Continue reading

World Happiness Report, 2024: Key Highlights

What is the news- India was ranked 126th out of 143 nations in the World Happiness Report 2024, a global happiness index which was released, March 20 to mark the UN’s International Day of Happiness. About the World Happiness Report The WHR is an annual publication of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network. It is… Continue reading

RBI and SEBI: India’s Financial Landscape under Scrutiny

Why in the news- Recent actions by both India’s banking regulator RBI and the securities watchdog SEBI have startled the market, exposing various malpractices in the financial sector. Context Banking Sector: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) faces political scrutiny following the Supreme Court’s ban on anonymous political funding instruments introduced by the government in… Continue reading

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