Uganda

Source: PIBSubject: Mapping Context: Union Minister of India visited Uganda to officially represent India at the swearing-in ceremony of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, who assumed his seventh term in office. Uganda About Uganda: What it is? Uganda is a diverse, landlocked multi-party republic located in east-central Africa. Often referred to as the “Pearl of Africa” …

UN Forum on Forests

Source: UNSubject: International Organisation Context: The United Nations launched The Global Forest Goals Report 2026 at the opening day of the 21st Session of the UN Forum on Forests (UNFF21) in New York. UN Forum on Forests About UN Forum on Forests: What it is? The United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF) is a high-level, …

Andhi

Source: IESubject: Geography Context: Earlier this week, powerful pre-monsoon thunderstorms (locally known as Andhi) tore through Uttar Pradesh, claiming over 100 lives, with Prayagraj, Mirzapur, and Bhadohi being the worst-hit districts. Andhi About Andhi: What it is? Andhi is the meteorological term for intense, convective dust storms or thunderstorms that occur predominantly during the pre-monsoon …

The Ganges Soft-Shell Turtle

Source: DHSubject: Species in News Context: India’s first satellite-tagged Ganges soft-shell turtle was released into its natural habitat along the northern bank of the Brahmaputra River inside Assam's Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve. The Ganges Soft-Shell Turtle About The Ganges Soft-Shell Turtle: What it is? The Ganges soft-shell turtle (Nilssonia gangetica), also known as …

The Bhojshala Complex

Source: NDTVSubject: Art and Culture Context: The Indore Bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court delivered a historic 242-page verdict declaring the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Mosque complex in Dhar district a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Vagdevi (Saraswati). The Bhojshala Complex About The Bhojshala Complex: What it is? The Bhojshala complex is an 11th-century protected …

The United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Source: ITSubject: Mapping Context: Prime Minister of India embarked on a high-profile five-nation visit to the UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) About The United Arab Emirates (UAE): What it is? The United Arab Emirates is a constitutional federation of seven emirates—Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al-Quwain, Ras al-Khaimah, …

The IP Catalyst Initiative

Source: PIBSubject: Government Schemes Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) launched the IP Catalyst initiative and its dedicated digital platform (cipie.in) during a national conference in New Delhi. The IP Catalyst Initiative About The IP Catalyst Initiative: What it is? IP Catalyst is a comprehensive support framework and digital ecosystem designed to …

Capital Flight

Source: THSubject: Economy Context: The Indian rupee plunged to a record low of 95.80 against the US dollar, driven by a combination of high crude oil prices (averaging $106 per barrel) and significant capital outflows. Capital Flight About Capital Flight: What it is? Capital Flight refers to the rapid and large-scale outflow of financial assets …

Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS)

Source: TESubject: Science and Technology Context: Medical experts, including those from AIIMS Delhi, highlighted a landmark global shift in medical terminology where Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is being renamed to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome About Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS): What was PCOS? Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) was traditionally understood …

The Asiatic Lions

Source: DD NewsSubject: Environment Context: Union Environment of India inaugurated the ‘Lion’ Species Spotlight Programme at Sasan Gir, Gujarat. The Asiatic Lions About The Asiatic Lions: What it is? The Asiatic Lion (Panthera leo persica) is a majestic subspecies of lion and is the only wild population of lions found outside of Africa. It is …

Uzbekistan

Source: DD NewsSubject: Mapping Context: India and Uzbekistan held the 17th round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) in New Delhi. Uzbekistan About Uzbekistan: What it is? Uzbekistan is a doubly landlocked sovereign republic in Central Asia. Formerly a constituent republic of the S.S.R., it declared independence on August 31, 1991. It is a nation with …

Nicobarese Opposition to Proposed Wildlife Sanctuaries

Source: THSubject: Environment Context: The Tribal Council of Little and Great Nicobar has called for the revocation of three newly notified wildlife sanctuaries on the Little Nicobar, Menchal, and Meroe islands. Nicobarese Opposition to Proposed Wildlife Sanctuaries About Nicobarese Opposition to Proposed Wildlife Sanctuaries: What are the Proposed Wildlife Sanctuaries? In October 2022, the Union …

The Indian Ocean Dialogue (IOD)

Source: MEASubject: International Organisation Context: India recently hosted the tenth edition of the Indian Ocean Dialogue in New Delhi under the theme Indian Ocean Region in a Transforming World. The event marked a critical milestone as India assumed the Chairship of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) for the 2025–27 period. The Indian Ocean Dialogue …

The Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects

Source: IESubject: Government Scheme Context: The Union Cabinet approved a major scheme for promoting Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects with a massive financial outlay of ₹37,500 crore. The Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects About The Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects: What it is? This is a central incentive scheme designed …

LEADS 2025 Report

Source: PIBSubject: Economics Context: Union Minister of India released the LEADS 2025 Report and felicitated the winners of the LEAPS 2025 Awards in New Delhi. LEADS 2025 Report About LEADS 2025 Report: What it is? LEADS (Logistics Ease Across Different States) is the flagship annual assessment and benchmarking tool for India's logistics sector. It evaluates …

Country Strategic Opportunities Programme (COSOP)

Source: PIBSubject: Government Schemes Context: The Government of India and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) launched a new eight-year Country Strategic Opportunities Programme (COSOP) for the period 2026–2033. Country Strategic Opportunities Programme (COSOP) About Country Strategic Opportunities Programme (COSOP): What it is? COSOP is a strategic investment and development framework that defines the …

Wyspa Jana Zabawy-Wróblewskiego Island

Source: TOISubject: Mapping Context: The newly formed artificial island Wyspa Jana Zabawy-Wróblewskiego in Poland emerged as a central focus of European conservation. Wyspa Jana Zabawy-Wróblewskiego Island About Wyspa Jana Zabawy-Wróblewskiego Island: What it is? Wyspa Jana Zabawy-Wróblewskiego (formerly known informally as Brysna) is a man-made island covering approximately 123 to 180 hectares. It was constructed …

The Somnath Temple

Source: TNSubject: Art and Culture Context: Prime Minister of India participated in the ‘Somnath Amrut Parv’ in Gujarat, marking the 75th anniversary of the temple's reconstruction. The Somnath Temple About The Somnath Temple: What it is? The Somnath Temple is one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in India, revered as the first among the …