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Indiaā€“Nepal MoU on Forests, Wildlife & Climate Cooperation

Why in the News India and Nepal signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance bilateral cooperation in forests, wildlife, biodiversity conservation and climate change. Key Features of the MoU 1. Areas of Cooperation Forest management Wildlife protection Biodiversity conservation Climate change mitigation and adaptation Restoration of wildlife corridors Exchange of technical expertise and best practices… Continue reading Indiaā€“Nepal MoU on Forests, Wildlife & Climate Cooperation

U.N. Nuclear Watchdog Holds Emergency Meet in Vienna

Why in the News The International Atomic Energy Agency held an emergency meeting in Vienna on March 2 amid escalating conflict in West Asia following U.S.ā€“Israeli strikes on Iran. About the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is an autonomous UN organization focused on promoting peaceful nuclear technology use. Established… Continue reading U.N. Nuclear Watchdog Holds Emergency Meet in Vienna

[2nd March 2026] The Hindu OpED: Sixteenth Finance Commission-misses and concerns

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2021] How have the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission of India enabled the states to improve their fiscal position? Linkage: The question links directly to the Sixteenth Finance Commission debate, as both examine how devolution design affects Statesā€™ fiscal autonomy and capacity. While the Fourteenth Commission expanded untied transfers to 42%,… Continue reading [2nd March 2026] The Hindu OpED: Sixteenth Finance Commission-misses and concerns

Why key to coconut cultivation today is sustainability, not productivity

Why in the News? The Union Budget 2026-27 announced a Coconut Promotion Scheme focused on raising productivity through high-yielding varieties. This comes despite projections of a 1.6-2.1Ā°C temperature rise by 2050 (up to 3.2Ā°C by 2070), which may render large parts of peninsular India less suitable for coconut cultivation. The issue signals a shift from… Continue reading Why key to coconut cultivation today is sustainability, not productivity

How do astronauts return from space and survive re-entry

Why in the News? India is advancing its human spaceflight ambitions under ISROā€™s Gaganyaan programme, with successful Crew Escape System tests and re-entry validation experiments demonstrating safe atmospheric descent capability. Since re-entry involves extreme heat (over 1,500Ā°C) and velocities exceeding 25,000 km/h, mastering this phase is a critical milestone that places India closer to joining… Continue reading How do astronauts return from space and survive re-entry

War in West Asia: Why Insurers Are Cancelling War Risk Covers as Ships Avoid Hormuz

Why in the News Escalating conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States has led global shipping lines to suspend or divert vessels from the Strait of Hormuz, while insurers rush to cancel war risk covers. What Is Happening? Major container carriers have halted Hormuz transits. Some vessels reversed course mid voyage. Insurers issued war… Continue reading War in West Asia: Why Insurers Are Cancelling War Risk Covers as Ships Avoid Hormuz

SEBI to Leverage AI and Tech to Crack Down on Market Manipulators

Why in the News SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the regulator will strengthen surveillance using Artificial Intelligence and technology to curb market manipulation and cyber fraud. Key Announcements Tech Driven Surveillance Use of AI to detect market manipulation and suspicious trading patterns. Stronger enforcement against fraudulent brokers and cyber criminals. SEBI Check Tool Integrated… Continue reading SEBI to Leverage AI and Tech to Crack Down on Market Manipulators

[28th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: International law is not dead, its rules stay resilient

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2025] The reform process in the United Nations remains unaccomplished because of the delicate imbalance of East and West and entanglement of the USA vs. Russo-Chinese alliance.ā€ Examine and critically evaluate the East-West policy confrontations in this regard. Linkage: This question directly examines power politics within the UN system, linking to debates… Continue reading [28th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: International law is not dead, its rules stay resilient

Taliban & terror: How Pakistan came to declare ā€˜open warā€™ on Afghanistan

Why in the News? Pakistan launched cross-border airstrikes in Afghanistanā€™s Khost and Paktika provinces after a surge in Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) attacks that killed nearly 274 people in recent months. The Afghan Taliban retaliated, marking one of the most direct military confrontations between the two since 2021 and signaling a breakdown of post-Taliban counter-terror coordination.… Continue reading Taliban & terror: How Pakistan came to declare ā€˜open warā€™ on Afghanistan

As more Indians move to cities, 16th Finance Commission gives a boost to urban governance

Why in the News? The 16th Finance Commission has increased the urban local bodiesā€™ share of grants to 45% for 2026-31 and recommended ā‚¹3.56 lakh crore, more than double the 15th FC allocation. This marks the highest-ever urban share since structured third-tier devolution began, reflecting rising urbanisation and fiscal stress in cities. How has the… Continue reading As more Indians move to cities, 16th Finance Commission gives a boost to urban governance

Indiaā€“Bhutan Cooperation on Trans-Boundary Rivers and Hydropower

Why in the News India and Bhutan reviewed cooperation on trans-boundary rivers and hydropower projects during a visit by the Secretary, Department of Water Resources, Ministry of Jal Shakti, to Bhutan (February 24ā€“27, 2026). Key Areas of Cooperation Hydropower Projects Reviewed Punatsangchhu-I Hydro Electric Project under construction Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project recently commissioned These projects are… Continue reading Indiaā€“Bhutan Cooperation on Trans-Boundary Rivers and Hydropower

Vayu Shakti 2026 Exercise

Why in the News The President of India Droupadi Murmu witnessed the Vayu Shakti 2026 exercise at Pokhran Firing Range, Jaisalmer. About Vayu Shakti Conducted by the Indian Air Force Venue: Pokhran Firing Range, Rajasthan Simulated integrated combat theatre Objective: Demonstrate precision strike capability and operational readiness Prelims Pointers Pokhran Firing Range located in Rajasthan… Continue reading Vayu Shakti 2026 Exercise

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