Birth Anniversary of Veer Savarkar
Why in the News? The Prime Minister paid tributes to Veer Savarkar on his birth anniversary on May 28th. About… Continue reading Birth Anniversary of Veer Savarkar
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Culling of Vermins
Why in the News? The Kerala Cabinet is exploring the legal possibility of introducing a bill to permit scientific and… Continue reading Culling of Vermins
[29th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s financial sector reforms need a shake-up
PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2013] The product diversification of financial institutions and insurance companies, resulting in overlapping of products and services… Continue reading [29th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s financial sector reforms need a shake-up
The importance of the Deputy Speaker
Why in the News? For the first time in India’s parliamentary history, the Deputy Speaker’s position stayed empty for the… Continue reading The importance of the Deputy Speaker
Why India is the 3rd-largest Economy, NOT 4th or 5th?
Why in the News? Recently, the CEO of NITI Aayog announced that India has moved ahead of Japan to become… Continue reading Why India is the 3rd-largest Economy, NOT 4th or 5th?
AMCA Project
Why in the News? The defence minister has cleared the execution model for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project,… Continue reading AMCA Project
Places in news: Mt. Khangchendzonga
Why in the News? Sikkim’s CM has asked the Centre to ban climbing on Mt. Khangchendzonga, even from the Nepal… Continue reading Places in news: Mt. Khangchendzonga
TR1 Cells: The Hidden Warriors in Malaria Immunity
Why in the News? Scientists at Stanford University discovered that TR1 cells play a dominant role in fighting malaria reinfections.… Continue reading TR1 Cells: The Hidden Warriors in Malaria Immunity
Cabinet approves hike in MSP for Kharif Crops
Why in the News? The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by Prime Minister has approved the increase in the… Continue reading Cabinet approves hike in MSP for Kharif Crops
Supreme Court Collegium recommends transfer of HC CJs
Why in the News? The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the transfer of 4 Chief Justices from the High Courts… Continue reading Supreme Court Collegium recommends transfer of HC CJs
[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… Continue reading [28th May 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The silver jubilee of a Strategic Partnership
As US pulls back, China is primed to expand its Soft Power
Why in the News? Under President Trump, the U.S. withdrew from key global commitments like WHO and the Paris Agreement.… Continue reading As US pulls back, China is primed to expand its Soft Power
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… 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… Continue reading Bow Echo Storms
What is Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO)?
Why in the News? Mumbai got heavy monsoon rains two weeks early because of a strong Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO) —… Continue reading What is Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO)?
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… Continue reading Centre restores RoDTEP Scheme
Kumbakonam Vetrilai Betel Leaf gets GI Tag
Why in the News? The Kumbakonam Vetrilai (betel leaf or paan leaf) has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag from… Continue reading Kumbakonam Vetrilai Betel Leaf gets GI Tag
Conservation of Dugongs
Why in the News? May 28 is celebrated every year as World Dugong Day. About Dugongs: Species Info: Dugong dugon,… 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… 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… Continue reading New Cambrian sea creature Mosura fentoni discovered in Canada
