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ISRO to test improved fire detection algorithm during rabi harvest  

Why in the News? Indian Space Research Organisation will pilot a modified algorithm to better detect farm fire events during the upcoming wheat harvesting season. The move follows discrepancies between satellite detected fires and ground reports flagged by the Commission for Air Quality Management. Background: Stubble Burning Paddy stubble generated within a 30 day window… Continue reading ISRO to test improved fire detection algorithm during rabi harvest  

Padayappa the wild tusker in Munnar

Why in the News? A wild tusker named Padayappa has recently damaged vehicles along the Munnar to Marayur route in Kerala during his musth period, reviving debate over human wildlife conflict and relocation demands. Location Munnar, Idukki district, Kerala Roams between Munnar and Devikulam forest ranges About Padayappa Approximate age: 60 years Species: Asian Elephant… Continue reading Padayappa the wild tusker in Munnar

Supreme Court flags fiscal impact of unchecked freebies 

Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India criticised indiscriminate distribution of “freebies” by States while hearing a petition by Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited challenging Rule 23 of the Electricity Amendment Act, 2024. Core Issue Petition challenges Rule 23, which limits the gap between: Approved Annual Revenue Requirement Estimated Annual Revenue from… Continue reading Supreme Court flags fiscal impact of unchecked freebies 

[19th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: India’s moment to restoring balance to copyright

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2024] What is the present world scenario of intellectual property rights with respect to life materials? Although India is second in the world to file patents, still only a few have been commercialised. Explain the reasons behind this less commercialization. Linkage: This question links with the AI-copyright debate as both concern intellectual… Continue reading [19th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: India’s moment to restoring balance to copyright

Nicobar project’s strategic and ecological consequences

Why in the News? The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has raised concerns over environmental safeguards in the â‚ą81,000-crore Great Nicobar mega project. The project has drawn attention due to large-scale forest diversion and its strategic significance as a proposed economic and defence hub. What is the Great Nicobar Island Development Project? Mega Infrastructure Project: Envisions… Continue reading Nicobar project’s strategic and ecological consequences

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Proposal on Flying Ban for Unruly Passengers

Why in the News? The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has proposed amendments to Civil Aviation Requirement provisions to empower airlines to directly impose a flying ban of up to 30 days on unruly or disruptive passengers. Legal Basis Proposed under Rule 133A of the Aircraft Rules, 1937 Amends the Civil Aviation Requirement (CAR) framework… Continue reading Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Proposal on Flying Ban for Unruly Passengers

Forest Rights Act Cells in Odisha under Central Scrutiny

Why in the News? The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has begun inquiries after the Odisha government directed closure of several Forest Rights Act Cells and removal of staff involved in implementation of the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006. About the Forest Rights Act, 2006 Objective Recognises historical… Continue reading Forest Rights Act Cells in Odisha under Central Scrutiny

Delhi High Court Seeks Centre’s Response on DPDP Act Challenge

Why in the News? The Delhi High Court has issued notice to the Union Government on a petition challenging certain provisions of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, alleging excessive executive control and violation of constitutional rights. About the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 Objective To regulate processing of digital personal data. To… Continue reading Delhi High Court Seeks Centre’s Response on DPDP Act Challenge

[18th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: The new world disorder, from rules to might

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2019] “The long-sustained image of India as a leader of the oppressed and marginalised Nations has disappeared on account of its new found role in the emerging global order”. Elaborate. Linkage: The question directly examines India’s transition within the evolving global order, mirroring the article’s theme of shifting from a rules-based to… Continue reading [18th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: The new world disorder, from rules to might

The 1946 Royal Navy revolt: solidarity amid sharpening polarisation

Why in the News? The 80th anniversary of the 1946 Royal Indian Navy (RIN) revolt has revived debate on its scale, character, and constitutional significance. Often reduced to a “mutiny,” the uprising was in fact a mass anti-colonial mobilisation cutting across religious and class lines. The episode raises deeper questions about colonial governance failure, military… Continue reading The 1946 Royal Navy revolt: solidarity amid sharpening polarisation

India and France upgrade their ties to strategic partnership

Why in the News? India and France have upgraded their ties to “Special Global Strategic Partnership” during high-level talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron in Mumbai in February 2026. The development is significant because it marks a qualitative shift from defence buyer-seller relations toward co-development, co-production, and technology transfer. What is… Continue reading India and France upgrade their ties to strategic partnership

Ramdev’s Personality Rights Plea before Delhi High Court

Why in the News? Yoga guru Ramdev approached the Delhi High Court seeking protection of his personality rights against parody accounts, memes and alleged unauthorised digital identities on social media platforms. The Court orally observed that public figures cannot be overly sensitive to satire or commentary. What are Personality Rights? Personality rights refer to a… Continue reading Ramdev’s Personality Rights Plea before Delhi High Court

India’s First Private Helicopter Assembly Line at Vemagal

Why in the News? India’s first private sector helicopter Final Assembly Line was inaugurated at Vemagal, Kolar district, Karnataka to manufacture Airbus H125 helicopters through a partnership between Tata Advanced Systems and Airbus. Key Entities Involved Tata Advanced Systems Limited Airbus France Hindustan Aeronautics Limited About the Facility Location: Vemagal, Kolar district, Karnataka Type: Private… Continue reading India’s First Private Helicopter Assembly Line at Vemagal

Supreme Court on Fraternity & Public Speech by Constitutional Functionaries

Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India orally observed that political leaders and holders of high public office must foster fraternity and adhere to constitutional morality while hearing a petition alleging stigmatizing and discriminatory public statements by Chief Ministers and senior officials. Constitutional Provisions Involved Preamble: Secures Justice, Liberty, Equality and Fraternity. Article… Continue reading Supreme Court on Fraternity & Public Speech by Constitutional Functionaries

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