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[pib] Exercise INIOCHOS 25

Why in the News? The Indian Air Force will participate in Exercise INIOCHOS-25 hosted by the Hellenic Air Force at Andravida Air Base, Greece. About Exercise INIOCHOS INIOCHOS is a biennial multinational air exercise that provides air forces with a platform to enhance their operational readiness. It is hosted by the Hellenic (Greek) Air Force… Continue reading [pib] Exercise INIOCHOS 25

Supreme Court relief to Pratapgarhi: Can’t be so shaky on our basics over a poem or stand-up comedy

Why in the News? The Supreme Court quashed the FIR against Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi, stating that even if many people dislike someone’s views, their right to express them must be respected and protected. What was the Supreme Court’s rationale for quashing Imran Pratapgarhi’s FIR? Poem Did Not Incite Violence or Enmity: The court ruled… Continue reading Supreme Court relief to Pratapgarhi: Can’t be so shaky on our basics over a poem or stand-up comedy

Tri-services Exercise Prachand Prahaar

Why in the News? The Indian Army conducted a Tri-Service integrated multi-domain warfare exercise, called ‘Prachand Prahaar’, in the high-altitude terrain of Arunachal Pradesh. About Exercise Prachand Prahaar It is a tri-service integrated multi-domain warfare exercise involving the Army, Indian Air Force (IAF), and Indian Navy. It is conducted in the high-altitude terrain of Arunachal… Continue reading Tri-services Exercise Prachand Prahaar

[28th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: U.S. defence ties — India needs to keep its eyes open

PYQ Relevance: Question: What is the significance of Indo-US defence deals over Indo-Russian defence deals? Discuss with reference to stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (UPSC 2020) Linkage: This question linked with the growing technological reliance on the U.S. in a critical area of India’s defense. India’s future military capabilities might depend on how the U.S.… Continue reading [28th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: U.S. defence ties — India needs to keep its eyes open

Section 44(3) of the DPDP Act

Why in the News? Opposition parties have raised concerns over the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023, demanding the repeal of Section 44(3), claiming it could undermine the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005. About DPDP Act and Section 44(3) Recognizing the right to privacy as fundamental in India, the Supreme Court in Justice… Continue reading Section 44(3) of the DPDP Act

India BioEconomy Report

Why in the News? The India BioEconomy Report has pegged the value of India’s bioeconomy in 2024 at more than $165 billion, accounting for over 4.2% of the country’s GDP. What is Bioeconomy? Bioeconomy refers to the industrial use of biological resources (plants, animals, and microorganisms) and the replication of natural biological processes to produce… Continue reading India BioEconomy Report

GAIA Mission

Why in the News? The European Space Agency (ESA) officially shut down its Global Astrometric Interferometer for Astrophysics (GAIA) Mission, which had been operational for over a decade. About the GAIA Mission It was launched in December 2013 with the primary goal to create the most accurate three-dimensional map of the Milky Way galaxy. It… Continue reading GAIA Mission

[27th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The issue is about the ‘quality’ of India’s publications 

PYQ Relevance: Question: “Although, India is second in the world to file patents, still only a few have been commercialized. Explain the reasons behind this less commercialization.” (UPSC 2024) Reason: This question looks at how useful India’s intellectual work is. It focuses on patents instead of research papers but raises a similar point—whether filing many… Continue reading [27th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The issue is about the ‘quality’ of India’s publications 

DRDO tests Vertically Launched Short-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VLSRSAM)

Why in the News? The DRDO has successfully tested the Vertically- Launched Short-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VLSRSAM) for the Indian Navy. About VLSRSAM The VLSRSAM is a ship-borne surface-to-air missile designed to counter various aerial threats, particularly at short ranges. The missile is intended for neutralizing airborne threats at close ranges, including aircraft, helicopters, drones, and… Continue reading DRDO tests Vertically Launched Short-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VLSRSAM)

[26th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How is an in-house inquiry conducted?

PYQ Relevance: Question: Explain the reasons for the growth of public interest litigation in India. As a result of it, has the Indian Supreme Court emerged as the world’s most powerful judiciary? (UPSC 2024) Reason: This question discusses the role and power of the Supreme Court. Understanding the mechanisms the court has developed for internal… Continue reading [26th March 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: How is an in-house inquiry conducted?

Growth in most Southern States is concentrated in a few districts

Why in the News? Economic growth in southern states lagged behind India’s overall growth in 2023-24. Despite a large working population, unemployment rates in these states remain a major concern, as seen in their Budget and Economic Surveys. What are the key reasons behind the economic growth of southern states lagging behind India’s overall growth… Continue reading Growth in most Southern States is concentrated in a few districts

Revival of Vikramshila University

Why in the News? A decade after the resurgence of Nalanda University, the Government of Bihar is now focusing on the revival of Vikramshila University. About Vikramshila University Vikramshila University was founded by King Dharmapala of the Pala Dynasty in the 8th-9th century AD in Bhagalpur district, Bihar, near the Ganges River. It was established… Continue reading Revival of Vikramshila University

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