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[28th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The silver jubilee of a Strategic Partnership

PYQ Relevance:  [UPSC 2019] The time has come for India and Japan to build a strong contemporary relationship, one involving global and strategic partnership that will have a great significance for Asia and the world as a whole.’ Comment. Linkage: The term “strategic partnership” in the context of India’s relationship with another major country (Japan).… Continue reading [28th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The silver jubilee of a Strategic Partnership

Energy and efficiency: On India and greater energy efficiency mandates

Why in the News? Despite rising power deficits amid urbanisation and climate pressures, India’s UJALA scheme showcases energy efficiency’s impact—saving $10B and 9,500 MW—highlighting efficiency over mere capacity expansion. What challenges does India face in meeting its peak power demand? Rising Peak Demand due to Urbanisation and Climate Change: Rapid urbanisation and increasing use of… Continue reading Energy and efficiency: On India and greater energy efficiency mandates

Bow Echo Storms

Why in the News? New Delhi recently faced a severe thunderstorm with winds up to 100 kmph, forming a bow echo — a crescent-shaped pattern seen on weather radar. About Bow Echo: What is it: A bow echo is a storm pattern on radar that looks like a curved bow, similar to an archer’s bow.… Continue reading Bow Echo Storms

Centre restores RoDTEP Scheme

Why in the News? To boost India’s export strength, the government has restored Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme benefits for eligible exports starting June 1, 2025. Details of the Latest Update: RoDTEP benefits have now been restored for Advance Authorization (AA) holders, Export-Oriented Units (EOUs), and Special Economic Zones (SEZs).… Continue reading Centre restores RoDTEP Scheme

Conservation of Dugongs

Why in the News? May 28 is celebrated every year as World Dugong Day. About Dugongs: Species Info: Dugong dugon, also known as sea cows, are herbivorous marine mammals closely related to manatees but live only in saltwater. Habitat: They live in shallow coastal waters and are mainly found in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands,… Continue reading Conservation of Dugongs

What is Magnetic Flip-Flop?

Why in the News? In 2024, a soundtrack was released inspired by the Laschamps event, a magnetic flip-flop that occurred 41,000 years ago when Earth’s magnetic field weakened to just 5% and the poles briefly reversed. What is Magnetic Flip-Flop? Definition: A magnetic flip-flop is when Earth’s magnetic poles reverse, with the north and south… Continue reading What is Magnetic Flip-Flop?

New Cambrian sea creature Mosura fentoni discovered in Canada

Why in the News? Scientists have discovered a new sea creature from the Cambrian period named Mosura fentoni, found in Canada’s Burgess Shale, one of the most important fossil sites in the world. About Mosura fentoni: Discovery Site: Mosura fentoni was discovered in Canada’s Burgess Shale, a well-known Cambrian fossil site. Biological Group: It belongs… Continue reading New Cambrian sea creature Mosura fentoni discovered in Canada

Elections to the Rajya Sabha

Why in the News? The Election Commission of India has announced biennial elections for eight Rajya Sabha seats, including two seats from Assam and six seats from Tamil Nadu. These elections are part of the regular process through which About Elections to the Rajya Sabha: Rajya Sabha members are indirectly elected by the elected members… Continue reading Elections to the Rajya Sabha

Scientists verify Mendel’s Experiments on Inheritance

Why in the News? Researchers have solved the genetic mysteries behind Mendel’s Experiments on Inheritance, using advanced DNA sequencing and genome analysis. About Mendel’s Experiments on Inheritance: Who Was Mendel: Gregor Mendel was an Austrian monk who studied pea plants starting in 1856 to find out how traits like height or color are passed from… Continue reading Scientists verify Mendel’s Experiments on Inheritance

Bharat Forecast System for Panchayat-Level Weather Forecasting

Why in the News? The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has unveiled the Bharat Forecast System (BFS) for weather predictions at panchayat level. About Bharat Forecast System (BFS) Launch: The BFS was launched by IMD and developed by IITM Pune under the Ministry of Earth Sciences. Forecast Accuracy: It delivers hyperlocal weather predictions at the panchayat… Continue reading Bharat Forecast System for Panchayat-Level Weather Forecasting

State of the World’s Animal Health Report, 2025 by WOAH

Why in the News? The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) released the first-ever State of the World’s Animal Health report. Key Highlights of the Report: India faces high risk from transboundary animal diseases, with 47% of global outbreaks between 2005–2023 being zoonotic, affecting both animals and humans. African Swine Fever (ASF), which jumped 1,800… Continue reading State of the World’s Animal Health Report, 2025 by WOAH

Arms deals: India moves away from Russia; Pakistan from the U.S

Why in the News? Recently, India’s Operation Sindoor has put the spotlight on the evolving nature of India and Pakistan’s defence procurement strategies. What is the situation of India’s defence import pattern? Russia’s share in Indian defence imports has decreased from 96.5% in the 1990s to 75% in the 2020s. India now imports over 9%… Continue reading Arms deals: India moves away from Russia; Pakistan from the U.S

GEDA invites tenders for Solar Waste recycling to tackle growing e-waste in Gujarat

Why in the News? As India nears 500 GW renewable capacity by 2030, solar waste will surge. Gujarat’s GEDA launches a recycling framework to set standards, promoting sustainable waste management alongside solar growth. What is Gujarat aiming to achieve with this solar waste recycling initiative? Standardised Protocols: GEDA aims to formulate robust, eco-friendly, and enforceable… Continue reading GEDA invites tenders for Solar Waste recycling to tackle growing e-waste in Gujarat

[26th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The maths of how India’s coastline lengthened without gaining land

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2023] Comment on the resource potentials of the long coastline of India and highlight the status of natural hazard preparedness in these areas. Linkage: India’s geography and physical features, like its coastlines, are often discussed in terms of resources and natural hazards. This question is relevant as it pertains to India’s coastline… Continue reading [26th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The maths of how India’s coastline lengthened without gaining land

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