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[pib] Exercise CYCLONE-III

Why in the News? The 3rd edition of Joint Special Forces Exercise CYCLONE commenced at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan. Note: India and the UAE held the ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’ joint military exercise in Rajasthan in January 2024. One must not get confused with this. About Exercise CYCLONE-III It is the 3rd edition of… Continue reading [pib] Exercise CYCLONE-III

Phase 2 of ASPIRE Programme 

Why in the News? The 4th India-UK Energy Dialogue, chaired by the Union Minister of Power and the UK’s Energy Security Secretary, was recently held in New Delhi. The dignitaries launched Phase-2 of the ASPIRE programme to improve power supply, energy efficiency, and renewable energy. About the ASPIRE Programme The ASPIRE (Accelerating Smart Power and… Continue reading Phase 2 of ASPIRE Programme 

India introduces new HS code for GI-recognised Rice Varieties

Why in the News? India has introduced a Harmonised System (HS) code for geographical indication (GI) recognised rice exports under an amendment to the Customs Tariff Act, 1975 announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the 2025-26 Union Budget on February 1, 2025. About Harmonised System (HS) Code HS Code is an internationally recognized classification… Continue reading India introduces new HS code for GI-recognised Rice Varieties

[11th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Gaza and Trump’s ‘expanding the canvas’ strategy

PYQ Relevance: Q) “India’s relations with Israel have, of late, acquired a depth and diversity, which cannot be rolled back.” Discuss. (UPSC CSE 2018) Q) Consider the following statements: (2023) Statement I: Israel has established diplomatic relations with some Arab States. Statement-II: The ‘Arab Peace Initiative’ mediated by Saudi Arabia was signed by Israel and… Continue reading [11th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Gaza and Trump’s ‘expanding the canvas’ strategy

What has the Budget offered scientists?

Why in the News? The Union Budget highlights science, technology, and innovation (STI) as important drivers of the country’s progress, supporting CSIR’s goal of making India more self-reliant and globally competitive. How will the 2025 budget impact scientific research funding? Increased Funding for R&D: The Ministry of Science and Technology’s allocation sees a major boost… Continue reading What has the Budget offered scientists?

[pib] TROPEX-25

Why in the News? The 2025 edition of TROPEX is currently underway in the Indian Ocean Region, involving all operational Indian Naval units along with significant participation from the Indian Army, Indian Air Force (IAF), and the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). About Theatre Level Operational Exercise (TROPEX) TROPEX is the Indian Navy’s flagship biennial operational-level… Continue reading [pib] TROPEX-25

Renaming of Fort William

Why in the News? In a move to eliminate colonial practices and symbols from the Indian Armed Forces, Fort William in Kolkata, the headquarters of the Eastern Army Command, has been renamed Vijay Durg. About the Vijay Durg (Fort William) It was originally built by the British in 1773, Fort William was named after King… Continue reading Renaming of Fort William

[pib] SASCI Scheme

Why in the News? The Government of India has sanctioned 40 projects across 23 states, allocating ₹3295.76 crore under the ‘Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) Scheme for the Financial Year 2024-25. What is the SASCI Scheme? The SASCI Scheme was launched in FY 2020-21 to support state capital expenditure and drive economic… Continue reading [pib] SASCI Scheme

Resolving Global Defaults: Is India Ready for a Cross-Border Insolvency Framework?

NOTE4STUDENTS: Cross-border insolvency laws in India need urgent reforms for fairness, efficiency, and global alignment. UPSC often asks about legal gaps and proposed reforms in areas like insolvency, focusing on practical challenges and solutions. Questions could also reference cases like Jet Airways (2019), where Indian and Dutch courts struggled to cooperate, or Videocon Industries (2019),… Continue reading Resolving Global Defaults: Is India Ready for a Cross-Border Insolvency Framework?

[10th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Keeping a watch on the growing arc of violence

PYQ Relevance: Q. The scourge of terrorism is a grave challenge to national security. What solutions do you suggest to curb this growing menace? What are the major sources of terrorist funding? (2017) Q. Discuss the impediments India is facing in its pursuit of a permanent seat in the UN Security Council. (2015) Mentor’s Comment:  … Continue reading [10th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Keeping a watch on the growing arc of violence

Indian Immigrants Deported from US

Why in the News? A U.S. Air Force C-17 plane landed at Amritsar’s Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport on February 5, 2025, carrying around 100 Indian nationals. These individuals were suspected of trying to enter the U.S. illegally. What are the Hotspots states of Illegal Immigration in India? Gujarat: North Gujarat, including the districts… Continue reading Indian Immigrants Deported from US

Genotype D1.1

Why in the News? The US Department of Agriculture has confirmed a new spillover of H5N1 avian flu genotype D1.1 into dairy cattle in the United States. What is Genotype D1.1? Genotype D1.1 is a strain of the H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus, primarily found in poultry and wild birds. It is part… Continue reading Genotype D1.1

[pib] NITI Aayog launches Swavalambini Initiative

Why in the News? The NITI Aayog has launched Swavalambini Women Entrepreneurship Programme in collaboration with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). About Swavalambini Women Entrepreneurship Programme: It is a program to foster entrepreneurial skills among female students in higher education institutions across Assam, Meghalaya, and Mizoram. Aims and Objectives: Empowerment: To inspire… Continue reading [pib] NITI Aayog launches Swavalambini Initiative

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