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UNEA-7: Rift Over UNEP’s Medium-Term Strategy and Funding Crunch

Why in the news? The seventh UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) begins in Nairobi amid deep divisions over the UN Environment Programme’s (UNEP) Medium-Term Strategy (MTS) 2026–2030 and a significant decline in core funding. The MTS acts as UNEP’s operational mandate guiding global work on climate, biodiversity, pollution and land restoration. UPSC Prelims Pointers About UNEP… Continue reading UNEA-7: Rift Over UNEP’s Medium-Term Strategy and Funding Crunch

Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay 

 Why in the news? The family of Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, author of Vande Mataram, recently praised the Prime Minister for commemorating the 150 years of the national song. About Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay Born: 27 June 1838, Kantalpara, 24 Parganas (Bengal Presidency) Died: 8 April 1894 Also known as Bankim Chandra Chatterjee. Regarded as “Sahitya Samrat”… Continue reading Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay 

[9th December 2025] The Hindu OpED: Democracy’s paradox, the chosen people of the state

UPSC Relevance [UPSC 2022] ‘‘While the national political parties in India favour centralisation, the regional parties are in favour of State autonomy.’’ Comment Linkage: This question directly relates to GS-2 Federalism. It links to issues of Centre-State powers, identity-based politics, and recent debates like citizenship verification/NRC/SIR, where states contest central authority. Mentor’s Comment This article… Continue reading [9th December 2025] The Hindu OpED: Democracy’s paradox, the chosen people of the state

To fulfil STEM potential, India must cast a net wider, go to the roots

Introduction India’s STEM ecosystem faces deep-rooted structural constraints even as the government seeks to reform doctoral guidelines and redirect research toward emerging national needs. The debate highlights persistent gaps in funding, fellowships, university governance, research priorities, and industry linkages.  Why in the news? The issue is significant because the government has asked ministries and departments… Continue reading To fulfil STEM potential, India must cast a net wider, go to the roots

How can India benefit from neurotechnology

Introduction Neurotechnology integrates neuroscience, AI, engineering, and computing to decode and influence neural activity. At the core of this revolution lies the Brain-Computer Interface (BCI), a system that converts thoughts into actions using implanted or non-invasive devices. As global investment accelerates, India stands at a crucial juncture: it must leverage its scientific strengths while addressing… Continue reading How can India benefit from neurotechnology

NATGRID  

Why in the News? NATGRID is now receiving around 45,000 data-access requests per month, according to government officials. At the 2024 DGP Conference (Nov 28–30, Raipur), chaired by the Prime Minister, all law-enforcement agencies were directed to scale up use of NATGRID in investigations. States have been asked by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)… Continue reading NATGRID  

Measles  

Why in the News? According to recent global health reports, measles caused approximately 95,000 deaths in 2024, despite the presence of a highly effective vaccine. Most deaths occurred among unvaccinated children under five, highlighting concerns about declining immunization coverage, vaccine hesitancy, and disruptions in routine immunization services in several regions. The spike has raised alarms… Continue reading Measles  

Benin

Why in the news? Benin President Patrice Talon said the security forces stopped a coup attempt by some soldiers in Cotonou on December 7. Key Facts Country in West Africa Total area about 112622 sq km Borders: Niger to the northeast and east, Togo to the west, Burkina Faso to the northwest and the Southern… Continue reading Benin

Unified Payments Interface (UPI)

Why in the news? An IMF report has recognized UPI as the worlds largest real time retail fast payment system by transaction volume. As per ACI Worldwide (Prime Time for Real Time 2024), UPI accounts for about 49 percent of global real time payment transactions. Note: UPI accounts for 85% of all digital payments within… Continue reading Unified Payments Interface (UPI)

Operation Sagar Bandhu

Why in the news The Indian Navy has deployed four more warships carrying 1000 tons of Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief stores to cyclone hit regions of Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu. About the Operation An ongoing Indian Navy initiative to provide urgent assistance to Sri Lanka in the aftermath of a severe cyclone.… Continue reading Operation Sagar Bandhu

[8th December 2025] The Hindu OpED: Surveillance apps in welfare, snake oil for accountability

UPSC RELEVANCE [UPSC 2023] E-governance, as a critical tool of governance, has ushered in effectiveness, transparency and accountability in governments. What inadequacies hamper the enhancement of these features? Linkage: This question links to GS-2 themes of e-governance, transparency, and accountability. The article’s examples of NMMS, Poshan Tracker, and PDS apps directly show how design flaws… Continue reading [8th December 2025] The Hindu OpED: Surveillance apps in welfare, snake oil for accountability

All about Karnataka’s new Hate Speech Bill, how the issue is regulated across India

Introduction India has long relied on scattered provisions of the IPC to address hate speech. However, these provisions primarily protect “public order” rather than define or penalise hate speech as an independent offence. The Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025 attempts to fill this vacuum by clearly defining offences, expanding penalties, and… Continue reading All about Karnataka’s new Hate Speech Bill, how the issue is regulated across India

PMFME Scheme 

Why in the news? As of 31 October 2025, the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme has expanded rapidly nationwide. Latest Achievements 1,62,744 loans sanctioned under credit-linked subsidy 3,65,935 SHG members approved for seed capital assistance Infrastructure support approvals: 101 Common Infrastructure Facility proposals 76 Incubation centers 27 proposals for Branding… Continue reading PMFME Scheme 

Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme

Why in the news? DRDO has handed over seven indigenous defence technologies developed under the Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme to the three Armed Services. Technologies Transferred High-Voltage Power Supply for Airborne Self-Protection Jammers Enhances protection of aircraft from radar guided threats Tide-Efficient Gangway for Naval Jetties Assists safe crew movement in high tidal variation… Continue reading Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme

Shingles Disease 

Why in the news? A recent large study shows that shingles vaccination can reduce the risk of death from dementia and may help slow disease progression. What is Shingles A viral infection characterized by a painful rash Causative agent: Varicella zoster virus (VZV) Same virus responsible for chickenpox Remains latent in nerve cells after recovery… Continue reading Shingles Disease 

Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) – NHAI Public InvIT

Why in the news? SEBI has granted in-principle approval to National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) for registering Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) as an Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT) under SEBI (InvIT) Regulations, 2014. It will support asset monetisation of national highways. What is an InvIT A collective investment structure similar to REITs but for… Continue reading Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust (RIIT) – NHAI Public InvIT

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