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Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) Guidelines 

Why in the News? India has released its first ever national guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures for Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) to address long standing gaps in identifying victims of mass fatality disasters. What is Disaster Victim Identification (DVI)? A scientific and systematic process to identify deceased persons in mass fatality incidents Used in air… Continue reading Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) Guidelines 

Serengsia Battle 1837  

Why in the News? Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren commemorated an Adivasi resistance event linked to the Serengsia battle of 1837, but historians and Adivasi activists have contested the official date of remembrance, calling for historically accurate commemoration. About the Serengsia Battle Fought in 1837 between Ho Adivasis and the British East India Company Took… Continue reading Serengsia Battle 1837  

Sodium Ion Batteries and India’s Battery Strategy  

Why in the News? A recent policy focused analysis highlighted sodium ion battery technology as a strategic alternative for India to reduce dependence on lithium ion batteries, strengthen energy security and address critical mineral supply risks. Background Batteries are central to EVs, renewable energy storage and digital devices Lithium ion batteries currently dominate due to… Continue reading Sodium Ion Batteries and India’s Battery Strategy  

[6th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: The fading of India’s environmental jurisprudence

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2022] “The most significant achievement of modern law in India is the constitutionalization of environmental problems by the Supreme Court.” Discuss this statement with the help of relevant case laws. Linkage: This question examines how the Supreme Court expanded Article 21 to include environmental rights. It links closely to the present debate… Continue reading [6th February 2026] The Hindu OpED: The fading of India’s environmental jurisprudence

India’s Russia challenge- balance old ties, new reality

Why in the News? India’s Russia policy gained attention after Donald Trump claimed India had agreed to stop buying Russian oil. The statement contrasts with India’s consistent position that its energy purchases are guided by national interest. The issue is significant because: India sharply increased Russian crude imports after February 2022. Russia became a major… Continue reading India’s Russia challenge- balance old ties, new reality

DISCOMs and the road ahead

Why in the News? India’s power distribution companies (DISCOMs) have recorded a decisive turnaround after years of mounting losses. India has 72 DISCOMs (44 State-owned, 16 private, 12 power departments). The sector earlier was subjected to AT&C losses and a persistent ACS-ARR gap. Now it has reported a positive Profit After Tax (PAT) of â‚ą2,701… Continue reading DISCOMs and the road ahead

Karimpuzha Wildlife Sanctuary  

Why in the News? A recent faunal survey in Karimpuzha Wildlife Sanctuary recorded several species for the first time, significantly enhancing biodiversity data of Kerala’s youngest wildlife sanctuary. About Karimpuzha Wildlife Sanctuary Located in Nilambur Forest Division, Kerala Spread over 227.21 sq km Notified as a Wildlife Sanctuary in 2020 Part of the Western Ghats… Continue reading Karimpuzha Wildlife Sanctuary  

Bharat Taxi 

Why in the News? Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation Amit Shah launched Bharat Taxi, India’s first cooperative based ride hailing platform, on 5 February 2026. About Bharat Taxi India’s first cooperative led ride hailing platform Registered under the Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act, 2002 Established on 6 June 2025 Conceptualised under the Ministry of… Continue reading Bharat Taxi 

AI Workplace Automation and Tech Stock Crash 

Why in the News? Global technology stocks fell sharply in early February 2026 after Anthropic launched an AI driven workplace automation suite, triggering fears that artificial intelligence could replace traditional software platforms and IT services. What Triggered the Selloff Anthropic launched new workplace automation tools for its AI agent Claude Tools can independently perform tasks… Continue reading AI Workplace Automation and Tech Stock Crash 

SabhaSaar 

Why in the News? As of 29 January 2026, 1,11,486 Gram Panchayats across States and Union Territories have used SabhaSaar, an AI enabled tool, for automated summarisation of Gram Sabha and Panchayat meetings. About SabhaSaar AI based voice to text meeting summarisation platform Launched on 14 August 2025 Implemented by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj… Continue reading SabhaSaar 

[5th February 2025] The Hindu OpED: A turning point for nuclear deterrence

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2023] The expansion and strengthening of NATO and a stronger US-Europe strategic partnership works well for India. What is your opinion about this statement? Give reasons and examples to support your answer. Linkage: This question is relevant for GS Paper II (International Relations) as it examines NATO’s role, US-Europe security dynamics, and… Continue reading [5th February 2025] The Hindu OpED: A turning point for nuclear deterrence

NDMA’s first ever guidelines for identification of disaster victims

Why in the News The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued India’s first Standard Operating Procedures for Disaster Victim Identification. This comes after several recent mass fatality incidents such as the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, the chemical factory explosion in Sanand, floods in Dharali, and the Balrampur earthquake. Earlier, India did not… Continue reading NDMA’s first ever guidelines for identification of disaster victims

UNIFIL Suspends Activities Along the Blue Line in Southern Lebanon

Why in the News? United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon temporarily suspended patrols and other activities along parts of the Blue Line in southern Lebanon after the Israeli military indicated it would release a non toxic chemical substance near the frontier. What is UNIFIL? United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon is a UN peacekeeping mission… Continue reading UNIFIL Suspends Activities Along the Blue Line in Southern Lebanon

Removal of the Chief Election Commissioner: Constitutional Procedure

Why in the News? West Bengal Chief Minister stated that the Trinamool Congress is open to working with the Indian National Congress and other Opposition parties to initiate impeachment proceedings against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Who is the Chief Election Commissioner? Head of the Election Commission of India Responsible for superintendence, direction and control… Continue reading Removal of the Chief Election Commissioner: Constitutional Procedure

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