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The India Energy Stack (IES) is a Digital Public Infrastructure initiative by the Ministry of Power to create a unified, secure, and interoperable digital platform for India’s energy sector. It tackles issues like fragmented systems, lack of unique identifiers, and limited data access. Inspired by Aadhaar and UPI, IES aims to transform the power sector […]

Detailed Overview of the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) The 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), held from 30 June to 3 July 2025 in Sevilla, Spain at the FIBES Sevilla Exhibition and Conference Centre, is a critical global event aimed at mobilizing resources to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals […]

Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is a biofuel for aircraft, aimed at cutting greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional jet fuel. Made from renewable or waste sources like used cooking oil, agricultural residues, or captured CO2, it meets strict sustainability standards to avoid food crop competition or deforestation. SAF can reduce lifecycle CO2 emissions by up […]

Reactor Pressure Build-up refers to the increase in pressure within a reactor vessel, typically a nuclear reactor or a chemical reactor, due to various operational or abnormal conditions. It is a critical safety concern because excessive pressure can lead to equipment damage or catastrophic failure.  Causes of Reactor Pressure Build-up Thermal Expansion of Fluids As […]

Why in News? INS Udaygiri, a stealth frigate under Project 17A, was delivered to the Indian Navy on July 1, 2025, by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDSL). As the second vessel of the Nilgiri-class stealth frigates, it marks a significant milestone in India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliance) initiative, boasting 75% indigenous content. The warship enhances the […]

The WAVEX Startup Challenge 2025  Why in News ? The WAVEX Startup Challenge 2025, launched by the Union Information and Broadcasting Ministry, invites startups to develop ‘BhashaSetu,’ an AI-powered multilingual translation solution. The hackathon focuses on creating tools for real-time translation, transliteration, and voice localization across at least 12 major Indian languages to promote inclusive […]

QUAD at Sea Ship Observer Mission Why in News ? The Coast Guards of QUAD nations—India, Japan, the United States, and Australia—launched the “QUAD at Sea Ship Observer Mission” on June 30, 2025, to boost maritime cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. Stemming from the Wilmington Declaration of September 2024, this initiative aims to promote a free, […]

India’s GI-tagged Kolhapuri chappal : Recent Controversy Why in News?   In June 2025, Prada, an Italian luxury brand, introduced footwear inspired by India’s GI-tagged Kolhapuri chappals during its Spring/Summer 2026 menswear show in Milan, sparking widespread criticism in India for cultural appropriation. Relevance : UPSC Pre &  Mains Prelims : GI Tag / Paris Convention (1883) […]

Why in News?  The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), established in 1985, has been a cornerstone for regional cooperation in South Asia. However, its inactivity since 2014, primarily due to India-Pakistan tensions, has prompted discussions about alternative regional blocs. Recent reports indicate that China, Pakistan, and Bangladesh are exploring a new trilateral bloc, potentially […]

Why in News ?Bihar became India’s first state to implement mobile app-based voting during municipal bypolls and elections in six Nagar Panchayats, marking a significant electoral innovation. Inclusive Voting: The initiative targeted senior citizens, disabled individuals, and pregnant women, enabling them to vote from home, enhancing accessibility in districts like Patna, Buxar, Rohtas, and East […]