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Kathputli Art of Rajasthan 

Why in the News? The traditional Kathputli art of Rajasthan, centred in Kathputli Nagar of Jaipur, highlights India’s rich intangible cultural heritage, where nearly 250 artisan families continue a centuries old puppet tradition amid challenges from modern entertainment. What is Kathputli? Kathputli is one of India’s oldest folk puppet traditions The word derives from Kath… Continue reading Kathputli Art of Rajasthan 

Show Cause Notice on Bargi Dam 

Why in the News? The National Dam Safety Authority issued a show cause notice to the Narmada Valley Development Authority over serious safety lapses at Bargi Dam. About Bargi Dam A major multipurpose dam Used for irrigation, drinking water supply, and hydroelectric power generation Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh Constructed on the Narmada River Historical Background… Continue reading Show Cause Notice on Bargi Dam 

[12th january 2026] The Hindu OpED: Reimagining delimitation

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2024] What changes has the Union Government recently introduced in the domain of Centre-State relations? Suggest measures to be adopted to build the trust between the Centre and the States and for strengthening federalism. Linkage: The question is directly relevant to GS Paper II (Federalism and Centre-State relations). The delimitation debate reflects… Continue reading [12th january 2026] The Hindu OpED: Reimagining delimitation

The weed threat to mustard, and need for new solutions

Introduction Mustard is India’s largest indigenous edible oil source, cultivated across nearly nine million hectares, primarily in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, and West Bengal. The crop is increasingly threatened by Orobanche aegyptiaca, a root-parasitic weed that attaches to mustard roots and extracts nutrients, water, and carbon. The infestation has led to severe yield… Continue reading The weed threat to mustard, and need for new solutions

India’s maritime policy: how it has evolved and what lies ahead

Why in the News India’s maritime policy has gained fresh focus after the release of The Routledge Handbook of Maritime India, which traces India’s maritime past and its current strategic shift. The book highlights India’s move from land-focused thinking to active maritime engagement in the Indian Ocean and the Indo-Pacific. This contrasts with earlier decades… Continue reading India’s maritime policy: how it has evolved and what lies ahead

Ratle Hydroelectric Project Seeks Extension of Environmental Clearance  

Why in the News? Ratle Hydroelectric Power Corporation Limited has sought an extension of Environmental Clearance (EC) for its 850 MW Ratle Hydroelectric Project on the Chenab River, citing delays due to litigation and COVID-19. The proposal is under appraisal by the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) of the Union Environment Ministry. About the Ratle Hydroelectric… Continue reading Ratle Hydroelectric Project Seeks Extension of Environmental Clearance  

India Participates in the Weimar Triangle Format  

Why in the News? India participated for the first time in the Weimar Triangle format, where Poland publicly supported India amid United States pressure on Russian oil imports, signalling growing strategic convergence between India and key European powers. What is the Weimar Triangle A trilateral political and diplomatic grouping Members: France, Germany and Poland Created… Continue reading India Participates in the Weimar Triangle Format  

Zehanpora Buddhist Site and Kashmir’s Ancient Buddhist Past  

Why in the News? Archaeologists have unearthed ancient Buddhist stupas and settlement remains at Zehanpora in Baramulla, reviving Kashmir’s 2,000 year old Buddhist past. The breakthrough was aided by century old photographs preserved in a French museum, which guided modern excavations. About the Zehanpora Discovery Location: Zehanpora village, Baramulla district, along the Jhelum River Site… Continue reading Zehanpora Buddhist Site and Kashmir’s Ancient Buddhist Past  

[10th January 2026] The Hindu OpED: De-dollarisation fear

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2019] What introduces friction into the ties between India and the United States is that Washington is still unable to find for India a position in its global strategy, which would satisfy India’s national self-esteem and ambitions’. Explain with suitable examples. Linkage: UPSC GS-II frequently examines how great-power strategies affect India’s strategic… Continue reading [10th January 2026] The Hindu OpED: De-dollarisation fear

PANKHUDI Portal  

Why in the News? The Union Minister launched PANKHUDI, an integrated digital portal to improve ease of living for women and children by streamlining CSR and voluntary partnerships. About PANKHUDI Portal A single window integrated digital platform Facilitates CSR and voluntary contributions for women and child development Enables transparent funding, proposal tracking, and outcome monitoring… Continue reading PANKHUDI Portal  

Dust Experiment (DEX) 

Why in the News? Indian Space Research Organisation has confirmed that an interplanetary dust particle enters Earth’s atmosphere roughly every 16 minutes, based on observations from India’s first cosmic dust detector Dust Experiment (DEX). About Dust Experiment (DEX) India’s first indigenously developed cosmic dust detector Designed to detect and measure high speed interplanetary and orbital… Continue reading Dust Experiment (DEX) 

Child Marriage in India 

Why in the News? The Government of India has intensified efforts to eliminate child marriage through the Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat (BVMB) campaign, with targets to reduce prevalence by 10 percent by 2026 and make India child marriage free by 2030 in line with SDG 5.3. What is Child Marriage Any marital union where Female… Continue reading Child Marriage in India 

Spina Bifida in India  

Why in the News? India continues to report one of the highest global burdens of Spina Bifida, despite strong scientific evidence that pre conception folic acid intake can prevent more than 70 percent of cases. What is Spina Bifida A congenital neural tube defect Occurs when the spinal cord and its protective coverings fail to… Continue reading Spina Bifida in India  

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