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Environmental (Protection) Fund

Why in the news The Union Government notified detailed rules in January 2026 to operationalise the Environmental (Protection) Fund, a reform enabled by the Jan Vishwas Act, 2023. About A statutory fund of the Government of India created to channel environmental penalties into pollution control, restoration, monitoring, research, and capacity building. Converts monetary penalties into… Continue reading Environmental (Protection) Fund

[20th January 2026] The Hindu OpED: In a changing world, it is ‘small tables, big dividends’

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2020] “Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times.” Discuss. Linkage: The Quad, EU engagement, and BRICS together show India’s shift towards selective, issue-based “small tables” instead of relying on one universal platform. The article argues that delivery and flexibility, not bloc… Continue reading [20th January 2026] The Hindu OpED: In a changing world, it is ‘small tables, big dividends’

DAE’s nuclear pivot: Light water push to tap global markets, retain heavy water edge

Why in the News India’s nuclear establishment is prioritising Light Water Reactors (LWRs) for global market integration while retaining Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors (PHWRs) as a domestic and strategic strength. This marks a significant departure from India’s earlier inward-looking PHWR-centric approach. The shift is urgent as Light Water Reactors account for over 85% of global… Continue reading DAE’s nuclear pivot: Light water push to tap global markets, retain heavy water edge

Second Range wide Dolphin Survey

Why in the News? The Second Range wide Dolphin Survey has been launched from Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh under Project Dolphin to update dolphin population estimates, assess habitat quality and identify threats across India’s river systems. About Project Dolphin A national conservation initiative of the Government of India for protecting riverine and oceanic dolphins through habitat… Continue reading Second Range wide Dolphin Survey

Chips to Start up (C2S) Programme

Why in the News? The Chips to Start up (C2S) Programme has reported strong outcomes, including 56 student designed chips fabricated, 75 plus patents filed, and large scale national training in chip design, reflecting India’s growing indigenous semiconductor design capability. About Chips to Start up (C2S) Programme The Chips to Start up (C2S) Programme is… Continue reading Chips to Start up (C2S) Programme

[19th January 2026] The Hindu OpED: Crisis in education: On the Supreme Court, higher education and student well-being

Mentor’s Comment This article examines the Supreme Court’s intervention on student suicides and growing distress in higher education institutions. It highlights gaps in governance, faculty shortages, and regulatory failures, using the University of Madras as an example, and explains the issue in the context of constitutional powers and Centre-State constraints. Why in the News In… Continue reading [19th January 2026] The Hindu OpED: Crisis in education: On the Supreme Court, higher education and student well-being

India’s record rice output comes with challenges

Why in the News? India’s rice production has reached its highest-ever level, accompanied by excess central stocks far beyond food security requirements. Rice stocks crossed 63.06 million tonnes in January 2026, nearly three times the buffer norm, signalling structural imbalance rather than temporary surplus. This marks a sharp contrast from earlier decades when production increases… Continue reading India’s record rice output comes with challenges

India Germany Ties can only soar higher

Why in the News India-Germany relations drew attention after German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s first visit to India and his first diplomatic engagement outside the Western Alliance, symbolised by his public interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Ahmedabad. The visit coincided with 75 years of diplomatic relations, signalling a shift from routine bilateral cooperation to… Continue reading India Germany Ties can only soar higher

Mount Elbrus

Why in the News? A controlled avalanche was artificially triggered on Mount Elbrus in Russia to safely release accumulated snow following heavy snowfall, reducing the risk of natural avalanches. About Highest mountain in Europe An ancient, extinct volcano with two distinct peaks Part of the Caucasus mountain system Major hub for mountaineering and alpine tourism… Continue reading Mount Elbrus

Dugong

Why in the News? The Union government’s Expert Appraisal Committee under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has asked Tamil Nadu to revise the design of the proposed International Dugong Conservation Centre at Manora in Thanjavur. About Large, slow moving marine mammal, commonly called sea cow Exclusively herbivorous, feeds only on seagrass Recognised… Continue reading Dugong

Coconut Root Wilt Disease

Why in the News? Coconut Root Wilt Disease is witnessing rapid spread across major coconut growing regions of Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, affecting lakhs of coconut palms and causing severe yield losses. About Chronic, non fatal disease of coconut Caused by a phytoplasma which is a phloem limited pathogen Leads to long term decline… Continue reading Coconut Root Wilt Disease

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