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Why India chose to be an observer in Trump’s Board of Peace

Why in the News? India has joined the U.S.-proposed ā€œBoard of Peaceā€ as an observer amid the ongoing Gaza conflict and rising instability in West Asia. The decision signals Indiaā€™s cautious engagement with a new U.S.-led diplomatic platform while safeguarding its strategic autonomy and regional sensitivities. What is the ā€œBoard of Peaceā€? U.S.-Led Diplomatic Initiative:… Continue reading Why India chose to be an observer in Trump’s Board of Peace

Strait of Hormuz, key to global energy security, in spotlight amid Iran crisis

Why in the News? Iranā€™s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps recently launched fresh military exercises in the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions and discussions over potential security threats. The development has revived concerns over a possible disruption in a waterway that carries nearly 20% of global petroleum and a major share of LNG supplies. Even… Continue reading Strait of Hormuz, key to global energy security, in spotlight amid Iran crisis

Vibrant Villages Programme Phase II launched to strengthen border areasĀ 

Why in the News? Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched Phase II of the Vibrant Villages Programme from Assam, aiming to develop border villages and curb migration and infiltration. Vibrant Villages Programme I Approval Approved on 15 February 2023. Centrally Sponsored Scheme. Coverage 662 villages. 46 blocks. 19 districts. States: Arunachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim,… Continue reading Vibrant Villages Programme Phase II launched to strengthen border areasĀ 

Bela Gram becomes Maharashtraā€™s first net zero villageĀ Ā 

Why in the News? At Mumbai Climate Week 2026, Bela Gram in Bhandara district of Maharashtra was highlighted as the Stateā€™s first net zero panchayat, showcasing grassroots climate leadership. Location Bela Gram, Bhandara district Vidarbha region, Maharashtra What is Net Zero? Achieving balance between: Greenhouse gas emissions produced Emissions removed or offset Often achieved through… Continue reading Bela Gram becomes Maharashtraā€™s first net zero villageĀ Ā 

India joins Pax Silica for resilient electronics supply chainsĀ 

Why in the News? India has joined the Pax Silica group during the AI Impact Summit, partnering with the United States and other countries to build resilient supply chains for electronics and critical minerals. What is Pax Silica? A multilateral initiative aimed at: Securing electronics supply chains Reducing over dependence on a single country Strengthening… Continue reading India joins Pax Silica for resilient electronics supply chainsĀ 

[20th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: Privacy and transparency: On the RTI Act amendment, petitions

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2020] ā€œRecent amendments to the Right to Information Act will have profound impact on the autonomy and independence of the Information Commissionā€. Discuss. Linkage: It tests GS-2 (Transparency & Accountability) by examining how RTI amendments can weaken institutional independence and oversight. It directly links to the DPDP-RTI amendment debate, where removal of… Continue reading [20th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: Privacy and transparency: On the RTI Act amendment, petitions

Supreme Court slams unchecked freebies, questions ā€˜appeasementā€™

Why in the News? A three-judge Bench led by Chief Justice of India criticised States for offering free electricity and direct cash transfers ahead of elections while running deficits. It questioned how such schemes are funded and said subsidies must be clearly shown in the budget instead of hiding revenue gaps. The Court noted that… Continue reading Supreme Court slams unchecked freebies, questions ā€˜appeasementā€™

AI’s workhorse: What is a GPU? How does it work?

Why in the News? European regulators are examining Nvidiaā€™s dominance in AI GPUs amid concerns of anti-competitive practices and software lock-in through CUDA. The NVIDIA CUDA ecosystem is a comprehensive, proprietary parallel computing platform and programming model that enables GPUs to perform general-purpose computing (GPGPU). Nvidia holds nearly 90% of the discrete AI GPU market,… Continue reading AI’s workhorse: What is a GPU? How does it work?

ISRO to test improved fire detection algorithm during rabi harvestĀ Ā 

Why in the News? Indian Space Research Organisation will pilot a modified algorithm to better detect farm fire events during the upcoming wheat harvesting season. The move follows discrepancies between satellite detected fires and ground reports flagged by the Commission for Air Quality Management. Background: Stubble Burning Paddy stubble generated within a 30 day window… Continue reading ISRO to test improved fire detection algorithm during rabi harvestĀ Ā 

Padayappa the wild tusker in Munnar

Why in the News? A wild tusker named Padayappa has recently damaged vehicles along the Munnar to Marayur route in Kerala during his musth period, reviving debate over human wildlife conflict and relocation demands. Location Munnar, Idukki district, Kerala Roams between Munnar and Devikulam forest ranges About Padayappa Approximate age: 60 years Species: Asian Elephant… Continue reading Padayappa the wild tusker in Munnar

Supreme Court flags fiscal impact of unchecked freebiesĀ 

Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India criticised indiscriminate distribution of ā€œfreebiesā€ by States while hearing a petition by Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited challenging Rule 23 of the Electricity Amendment Act, 2024. Core Issue Petition challenges Rule 23, which limits the gap between: Approved Annual Revenue Requirement Estimated Annual Revenue from… Continue reading Supreme Court flags fiscal impact of unchecked freebiesĀ 

[19th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: India’s moment to restoring balance to copyright

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2024] What is the present world scenario of intellectual property rights with respect to life materials? Although India is second in the world to file patents, still only a few have been commercialised. Explain the reasons behind this less commercialization. Linkage: This question links with the AI-copyright debate as both concern intellectual… Continue reading [19th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: India’s moment to restoring balance to copyright

Nicobar project’s strategic and ecological consequences

Why in the News? The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has raised concerns over environmental safeguards in the ā‚¹81,000-crore Great Nicobar mega project. The project has drawn attention due to large-scale forest diversion and its strategic significance as a proposed economic and defence hub. What is the Great Nicobar Island Development Project? Mega Infrastructure Project: Envisions… Continue reading Nicobar project’s strategic and ecological consequences

Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Proposal on Flying Ban for Unruly Passengers

Why in the News? The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has proposed amendments to Civil Aviation Requirement provisions to empower airlines to directly impose a flying ban of up to 30 days on unruly or disruptive passengers. Legal Basis Proposed under Rule 133A of the Aircraft Rules, 1937 Amends the Civil Aviation Requirement (CAR) framework… Continue reading Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) Proposal on Flying Ban for Unruly Passengers

Forest Rights Act Cells in Odisha under Central Scrutiny

Why in the News? The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has begun inquiries after the Odisha government directed closure of several Forest Rights Act Cells and removal of staff involved in implementation of the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006. About the Forest Rights Act, 2006 Objective Recognises historical… Continue reading Forest Rights Act Cells in Odisha under Central Scrutiny

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