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[5th February 2025] The Hindu OpED: A turning point for nuclear deterrence

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2023] The expansion and strengthening of NATO and a stronger US-Europe strategic partnership works well for India. What is your opinion about this statement? Give reasons and examples to support your answer. Linkage: This question is relevant for GS Paper II (International Relations) as it examines NATO’s role, US-Europe security dynamics, and… Continue reading [5th February 2025] The Hindu OpED: A turning point for nuclear deterrence

NDMA’s first ever guidelines for identification of disaster victims

Why in the News The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued India’s first Standard Operating Procedures for Disaster Victim Identification. This comes after several recent mass fatality incidents such as the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, the chemical factory explosion in Sanand, floods in Dharali, and the Balrampur earthquake. Earlier, India did not… Continue reading NDMA’s first ever guidelines for identification of disaster victims

UNIFIL Suspends Activities Along the Blue Line in Southern Lebanon

Why in the News? United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon temporarily suspended patrols and other activities along parts of the Blue Line in southern Lebanon after the Israeli military indicated it would release a non toxic chemical substance near the frontier. What is UNIFIL? United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon is a UN peacekeeping mission… Continue reading UNIFIL Suspends Activities Along the Blue Line in Southern Lebanon

Removal of the Chief Election Commissioner: Constitutional Procedure

Why in the News? West Bengal Chief Minister stated that the Trinamool Congress is open to working with the Indian National Congress and other Opposition parties to initiate impeachment proceedings against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Who is the Chief Election Commissioner? Head of the Election Commission of India Responsible for superintendence, direction and control… Continue reading Removal of the Chief Election Commissioner: Constitutional Procedure

Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) Technology Test 2026

Why in the News? Defence Research & Development Organisation successfully demonstrated Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology on February 03, 2026 from Integrated Test Range, marking India’s entry into an elite group of nations with this advanced missile propulsion capability. About Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) An advanced air breathing propulsion system for long range… Continue reading Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) Technology Test 2026

[4th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: Has the 16th Finance Commission sidelines the States?

Mentor’s Comment The Finance Commission is the institutional backbone of India’s fiscal federalism. The article examines whether the 16th Finance Commission (16th FC), despite formal continuity in States’ share, has substantively weakened State fiscal autonomy by expanding the Centre’s reliance on cesses and surcharges. The analysis is critical for understanding vertical devolution, fiscal centralisation, and… Continue reading [4th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: Has the 16th Finance Commission sidelines the States?

Indian Scientists Develop Single Unit Solar Energy Capture and Storage Device

Why in the News? Indian scientists under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) have developed a photo rechargeable supercapacitor that can both capture and store solar energy in a single integrated unit, enabling low cost, self sustaining, and clean energy systems. About the Device Known as a Photo Rechargeable Supercapacitor Integrates solar energy harvesting… Continue reading Indian Scientists Develop Single Unit Solar Energy Capture and Storage Device

Wetlands as a National Public Good

Why in the News? India marked World Wetlands Day under the theme “Wetlands and Traditional Knowledge”, and on the occasion added two new Ramsar sites—Patna Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh and Chhari-Dhand in Gujarat—taking the country’s total Ramsar sites to 98. What are Wetlands? Wetlands are areas of land saturated with water either permanently or… Continue reading Wetlands as a National Public Good

[3rd February 2026] The Hindu OpeD: Wetlands as a national public good

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2023] Comment on the National Wetland Conservation Programme initiated by the Government of India and name a few India’s wetlands of international importance included in the Ramsar Sites.  Linkage: The question links environmental governance with ecosystem conservation, focusing on policy design, implementation gaps, and international commitments under the Ramsar Convention. It allows… Continue reading [3rd February 2026] The Hindu OpeD: Wetlands as a national public good

Signals from the India-Arab Delhi Decleration

Why in the news? India and Arab League adopted ‘New Delhi Declaration‘ following the Second India-Arab Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. It is significant because it comes after an eight-year gap in India-Arab League engagement and amid escalating regional turmoil in West Asia. It clarifies India’s positions on Palestine, Yemen, Sudan, and maritime security while remaining silent… Continue reading Signals from the India-Arab Delhi Decleration

Rs10,000-crore dosage for biobharma

Why in the News India is the 3rd largest pharmaceutical producer by volume and 14th by value, yet remains heavily dependent on imports for high-value biologic medicines. Biologics dominate modern treatment for cancer, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and infectious diseases, while biosimilars offer cost-effective alternatives. The Union Budget 2026-27 announced Biopharma SHAKTI, a ₹10,000-crore initiative over… Continue reading Rs10,000-crore dosage for biobharma

Rare Earth Corridors in Coastal States

Why in the News? In Union Budget 2026-27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the establishment of dedicated Rare Earth Corridors in the coastal states of Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu to strengthen India’s critical minerals and advanced manufacturing ecosystem. What are Rare Earth Corridors? State focused industrial corridors for Mining, Processing, Research andManufacturing… Continue reading Rare Earth Corridors in Coastal States

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