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Vice-President (VP) of India

Why in the News? The Vice-President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned citing health reasons, creating a rare mid-term vacancy in India’s second-highest constitutional office. What happens if VP resigns? The Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha presides in his absence. No provision exists for an “acting” Vice-President. Unlike the President, whose vacancy must be filled within… Continue reading Vice-President (VP) of India

In news: Kamchatka Peninsula

Why in the News? Five strong offshore earthquakes hit Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, the strongest measuring 7.4 in magnitude. About Kamchatka Peninsula: Location: Situated in Far Eastern Russia, bordered by the Sea of Okhotsk (west) and the Pacific Ocean and Bering Sea (east). Size and Shape: Stretches about 1,200 km north to south and 480 km… Continue reading In news: Kamchatka Peninsula

[UPSC Mains 2025] Registration Open: All India Smash Mains Open Test 2025

All India Smash Mains Open Test 2025 Dates and Schedule Register For All India Smash Mains Open Test 2025 Civilsdaily’s All India Smash Mains Open Test 2025 is Civilsdaily’s national-level UPSC Mains simulation designed to help aspirants experience the actual pressure, pace, and performance demands of the UPSC Mains Examination. Built to mirror the real… Continue reading [UPSC Mains 2025] Registration Open: All India Smash Mains Open Test 2025

In news: King Rajendra Chola I

Why in the News? The Prime Minister will attend a function in Tamil Nadu marking 1000 years since King Rajendra Chola I’s conquest of the Gangetic plains. About Rajendra Chola I: Reign & Dynasty: Ruled from 1014 to 1044 CE, succeeding his father Rajaraja Chola I. Titles: Gangaikonda Cholan (“Bringer of the Ganges”) – adopted… Continue reading In news: King Rajendra Chola I

Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India 

Why in the News? The Comptroller and Auditor General of India’s (CAG) audit has flagged â‚ą573 Crore irregularities in Indian Railways. About Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India: Foundation: Established under Article 148 of the Constitution of India. Independence: A constitutional authority, not subject to executive control. Appointment: Appointed by the President of India.… Continue reading Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India 

[21st July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Temples of social justice 

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2024] Despite comprehensive policies for equity and social justice, underprivileged sections are not yet getting the full benefits of affirmative action envisaged by the Constitution. Comment. Linkage:  The article explicitly states that “any argument against government control of temple affairs would be striking at the root of social justice”. This question directly… Continue reading [21st July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Temples of social justice 

Environmental Governance in India: Has the EIA Framework Delivered?

N4S Court verdict ends post‑facto clearances, pushing India toward greener growth. UPSC likes to wrap this theme inside a rights question, much like 2015’s Diwali‑crackers case on Article 21; it will ask how judgments such as “Why the Supreme Court Struck Down Post‑Facto Environmental Clearances” reshape governance and balance growth with the right to life. Students… Continue reading Environmental Governance in India: Has the EIA Framework Delivered?

India’s FDI challenge: In a world of shrinking investment, rising competition, capital will chase confidence, clarity

Why in the News? India is in the spotlight as recent UNCTAD data reveals a significant decline in net FDI inflows, falling to a 15-year low in FY24, even though gross inflows remain strong. What are the key reasons behind the global decline in FDI flows, particularly to EMDEs? Geopolitical Instability: Rising geopolitical tensions such… Continue reading India’s FDI challenge: In a world of shrinking investment, rising competition, capital will chase confidence, clarity

A long list: on the U.S., designation of The Resistance Front group

Why in the News? The U.S. has designated The Resistance Front (TRF), which claimed responsibility for the Pahalgam terror attack (April 2025), as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) and Specially Designated Global Terrorist. What is the impact of the U.S. designating TRF as an FTO on global counterterrorism? Legitimizes India’s concerns: The U.S. acknowledgment of… Continue reading A long list: on the U.S., designation of The Resistance Front group

Gujarat’s Tribal Genome Sequencing Project

Why in the News? Gujarat has launched India’s first Tribal Genome Sequencing Project to map tribal genetic data, contributing to the national Genome India Project (GIP). About the Gujarat Tribal Genome Project: Launch & Duration: Announced in Gujarat’s 2025–26 budget; spans 5 years under Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre (GBRC). Target Population: Focuses on genome sequencing… Continue reading Gujarat’s Tribal Genome Sequencing Project

[pib] India praised at Codex Executive Committee (CCEXEC88) for Millet Standards

Why in the News? India recently participated in the 88th Codex Executive Committee (CCEXEC88) in Rome (14–18 July 2025), earning praise for leading global millet standards. About the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC): Established: In 1963 by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Health Organization (WHO). Headquarters: Located in Rome, Italy. Membership: 189… Continue reading [pib] India praised at Codex Executive Committee (CCEXEC88) for Millet Standards

International Moon Day

Why in the News? Observed every year on July 20, the International Moon Day marks the historic first human landing on the Moon by the Apollo 11 mission in 1969. About International Moon Day: Date & Purpose: Observed annually on July 20 to mark the Apollo 11 Moon landing in 1969. UN Recognition: Declared by… Continue reading International Moon Day

Piezo- Photocatalytic Water Filter

Why in the News? Indian scientists from INST Mohali, IIT-Dharwad, and IIT-Kharagpur have developed a low-cost, reusable water filter that removes toxic industrial dyes using a process called piezo-photocatalysis. About the Light-Induced Water Filter: Material Used: Built using 3D-printed polylactic acid (PLA) sheets (a biodegradable plastic); Sheets coated with bismuth ferrite (BFO) nanoparticles. Working: It… Continue reading Piezo- Photocatalytic Water Filter

[19th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Indian inequality and the World Bank’s claims 

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2015] Though there have been several different estimates of poverty in India, all indicate reduction in poverty levels over time. Do you agree? Critically examine with reference to urban and rural poverty indicators. Linkage: The article highlights that the World Bank’s report, “India Poverty and Equity Brief: April 2025,” claims India has… Continue reading [19th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Indian inequality and the World Bank’s claims 

All in one Agriculture needs more public spending, not just one umbrella scheme

Why in the News? The Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) was recently approved by the Union Cabinet as a major reform initiative in the agriculture sector. It aims to converge 36 existing schemes across 11 departments to address regional disparities in agricultural productivity. What are the aims of PMDDKY (Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana)?… Continue reading All in one Agriculture needs more public spending, not just one umbrella scheme

Disputes over Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)

Why in the News? The completion of Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) has reignited tensions over Nile water rights, with Egypt and Sudan fearing reduced water flows. About Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD): Overview: Gravity dam on the Blue Nile near Ethiopia–Sudan border. Construction Timeline: Under construction since 2011, led by Ethiopian Electric Power… Continue reading Disputes over Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)

[pib] INS Nistar Diving Support Vessel

Why in the News? Indian Navy commissioned INS Nistar, the country’s first indigenously designed and constructed Diving Support Vessel (DSV). About INS Nistar: Project Origin: First of two Diving Support Vessels (DSVs) ordered by the Navy in 2018. Developer: Built by Hindustan Shipyard Ltd with input from 120 Indian MSMEs. Commissioning: Inducted at Naval Dockyard,… Continue reading [pib] INS Nistar Diving Support Vessel

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