Archives: Current Affair

Why in News: The Central Government of India, through the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, launched the National Mission on Coastal Resilience, a ₹5,000 crore initiative aimed at protecting India’s 7,500 km coastline from the escalating impacts of climate change, including rising sea levels, cyclones, and coastal erosion. This mission reflects India’s commitment […]

Why in News: The launch bolsters India’s reconnaissance capabilities amid Line of Actual Control (LAC) tensions with China. It builds on ISRO’s 2024 successes (e.g., EOS-08), underlining India’s space tech advancements. Why Important: Prelims: ISRO missions (RISAT series), satellite types (radar vs. optical), PSLV launches—frequent prelims fodder. Mains: GS-III – Enables evaluation of space technology’s […]

Why in News: The decision responds to ongoing debates over historical religious site disputes, fueled by political campaigns ahead of state elections. It reinforces the judiciary’s stance post the 2019 Ayodhya verdict, addressing communal tensions. Why Important: Prelims: Key facts—Places of Worship Act (1991), its provisions (maintaining religious status as of August 15, 1947), secularism, […]

Why in News: Escalating tensions in the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait, alongside China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) expansion, necessitated this summit. It marks India’s first hosting since the Quad’s revival in 2017, reflecting its rising diplomatic stature. Why Important: Prelims: Know Quad members (India, US, Japan, Australia), the Indo-Pacific strategy, and key […]

Why in News: The announcement reflects India’s response to global economic pressures (e.g., rising interest rates in the US) and the need to balance growth with fiscal prudence ahead of the Union Budget 2025-26. Why Important: Prelims: Fiscal deficit, borrowing targets, capital expenditure—key economic terms for MCQs. Mains: GS-III – Analyze India’s fiscal policy in […]

The recent data from the RBI’s March Bulletin highlights significant changes in the sources of inward remittances to India, as revealed in the report titled “Changing Dynamics of India’s Remittances – Insights from the Sixth Round of India’s Remittances Survey.” Key Findings: Developed Economies as Leading Sources: U.S. and U.K. have emerged as the dominant […]

The activists and parents are raising alarms over the aggressive push by schools to generate APAAR IDs for students, a part of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 record-keeping reforms. Despite its voluntary status, states and school authorities are pressuring enrollment, sparking debates over privacy, legality, and administrative burden. This issue gained traction after Uttar […]

Why in News ? The home Minister Amit  Shah has recently said that not a single CBI special court  is functional in Bengal. About  CBI Special Courts : CBI Special Courts are specialized judicial bodies in India established to adjudicate cases investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), focusing on corruption, economic offenses, and […]

Why in News ? The Standing Stones of Mudumal in Telangana are now on the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This recognition highlights their cultural and historical significance. Key Points:  What are the Standing Stones of Mudumal? These are menhirs—large upright stones—dating back approximately 3,000 years. Located in Narayanpet, Telangana, along the banks […]

Why in News? The Supreme Court of India has decided to scrutinize whether judges of constitutional courts, such as the High Courts and Supreme Court, fall under the jurisdiction of the Lokpal as public functionaries. This issue arose after the Lokpal claimed jurisdiction to investigate serving High Court judges under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, […]