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Third launchpad at Satish Dhawan Space Center, Sriharikota

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet approved the construction of a third launchpad at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.  In 2024, PM laid the foundation stone for ISRO’s second rocket launchport at Kulasekarapattinam in Tamil Nadu’s Thoothukudi district. (The first one being the Dr Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha.) Who was Satish Dhawan? Born in Srinagar, Satish… Continue reading Third launchpad at Satish Dhawan Space Center, Sriharikota

Who are the Namdharis?

Why in the News? Punjab CM paid tribute to the Kuka martyrs at a function held at the Namdhari Shaheed Smarak in Malerkotla. The day commemorates the execution of 66 Namdhari Sikhs (Kukas) on January 17 and 18, 1872, by British colonial authorities.   Who are the ‘Namdharis’? The Namdharis, also called Kukas, are a Sikh… Continue reading Who are the Namdharis?

In news: Yala Glacier

Why in the News? Yala Glacier in Nepal is predicted to disappear by the 2040s due to rapid retreat and mass loss. It is the only glacier in the Himalayas listed on the Global Glacier Casualty List, an initiative launched in 2024 to document endangered or vanished glaciers worldwide. Note:  The UN has designated 2025… Continue reading In news: Yala Glacier

Lokpal and Lokayukta

Why in the News? 12 years after its enactment, the Lokpal and Lokayukta Act, 2013, has seen limited impact, with the Lokpal ordering just 24 investigations and granting 6 prosecution sanctions. History of Lokpal: The First Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC-I) recommended establishing an anti-corruption ombudsman for India in 1966. Several Lokpal Bills were introduced between… Continue reading Lokpal and Lokayukta

[18th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s real growth rate and the forecast

PYQ Relevance: Q) Explain the difference between computing methodology of India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) before the year 2015 and after the year 2015. (UPSC CSE 2021) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on major issues like the methodology of India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP)  (2021) and steady GDP growth and low inflation (2019).… Continue reading [18th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s real growth rate and the forecast

UNICEF’s ‘Global Outlook 2025: Strengthening the foundations of children’s futures

Why in the News? Recently, UNICEF’s Global Outlook 2025 emphasizes the urgent need for resilient systems to protect children’s rights amid crises like conflict, climate change, and economic instability, ensuring equitable access to essential services globally. What are the primary challenges facing children in the current global landscape as per UNICEF’s Global Outlook 2025? Conflict… Continue reading UNICEF’s ‘Global Outlook 2025: Strengthening the foundations of children’s futures

Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Program (FTI- TTP)

Why in the News? The Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveller Program (FTI-TTP) is set to expand to seven major Indian airports starting January 16, 2025, ensuring seamless and expedited immigration processes for Indian nationals and Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders. About the Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Program (FTI- TTP) Launched under the… Continue reading Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Program (FTI- TTP)

What is Central Suspect Registry?

Why in the News? In just three months since its launch, the Central Suspect Registry (CSR) has successfully declined over 6 lakh fraudulent transactions, saving ₹1,800 crore, according to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). About the Central Suspect Registry (CSR) The CSR aims to strengthen fraud risk management by maintaining a comprehensive registry of… Continue reading What is Central Suspect Registry?

What is Hydroclimate Whiplash?

Why in the News? Since earlier this month Los Angeles has been gripped by devastating wildfires fueled by a rare and alarming meteorological phenomenon known as hydroclimate whiplash. What is Hydroclimate Whiplash? Hydroclimate whiplash refers to rapid and extreme shifts between periods of intensely wet weather and dangerously dry conditions. Characteristics: Alternates between heavy rainfall… Continue reading What is Hydroclimate Whiplash?

India successfully tests Indian Army’s first ‘Bhargavastra’ counter-drone micro missiles

Why in the News? India has achieved a significant milestone in defense technology by successfully testing its first domestically developed Bhargavastra micro-missile system, designed to counter swarm drone threats. What is Bhargavastra? Bhargavastra is India’s first micro-missile-based counter-drone system, developed to address the increasing threat posed by swarm drones. It is capable of detecting and… Continue reading India successfully tests Indian Army’s first ‘Bhargavastra’ counter-drone micro missiles

Commissioning of INS Nilgiri, INS Surat, and INS Vaghsheer

Why in the News? Three frontline combatants—INS Nilgiri, INS Surat, and INS Vaghsheer—were commissioned into the Indian Navy at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. About the Ships/Vessels Details INS Nilgiri Type: First Ship of Project 17A (Nilgiri-class stealth frigates) Role: Multi-mission operations in deep-sea environments Builders: Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), Mumbai, and GRSE, Kolkata… Continue reading Commissioning of INS Nilgiri, INS Surat, and INS Vaghsheer

[17th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Great anniversaries of peace initiatives, a role for India

PYQ Relevance: Q) In what ways would the ongoing US-Iran Nuclear Pact Controversy affect the national interest of India? How should India respond to its situation?  (UPSC CSE 2018) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on the Nuclear Pact Controversy (2018), and ‘India a position in its global strategy ’ (2019). In 2025, we… Continue reading [17th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Great anniversaries of peace initiatives, a role for India

African leaders adopt new Kampala Declaration

Why in the News? The Extraordinary African Union Summit on the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Program (CAADP) concluded in Kampala, Uganda, with the adoption of the transformative Kampala Declaration. What is the Kampala Declaration? Details About Successor to the Malabo Declaration (2014–2025). Focuses on transforming agriculture into a modern, climate-smart sector. Aligns with CAADP’s vision… Continue reading African leaders adopt new Kampala Declaration

[pib] 9 Years of Startup India

Why in the News? On January 16 (National Startup Day), 2025, India marks 9 successful years of Startup India, a flagship initiative that has revolutionized the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the country. About the Startup India Initiative Startup India is a flagship initiative launched by the Government of India on January 16, 2016, to create a… Continue reading [pib] 9 Years of Startup India

McKinsey released Report on Demographic Transition and Depopulation

Why in the News? The report, ‘Dependency and Depopulation? Confronting the Consequences of a New Demographic Reality’, released by McKinsey Global Institute, provides a detailed comparative analysis of demographic dynamics in developed (first wave) and developing (later wave) countries. IMPORTANT: What is Demographic Transition Theory? Demographic transition describes changes in birth and death rates and… Continue reading McKinsey released Report on Demographic Transition and Depopulation

[16th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Social justice and a lost chance by a Prime Minister

PYQ Relevance: Q) Performance of welfare schemes that are implemented for vulnerable sections is not so effective due to absence of their awareness and active involvement at all stages of the policy process. Discuss. (UPSC CSE 2019) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have previously focused on topics like ‘Concept of Social Justice’ (2016) and ‘Implementation of… Continue reading [16th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Social justice and a lost chance by a Prime Minister

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