Source: TH Subject: Science and Technology Context: In a significant milestone for India’s nuclear energy ambitions, the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam achieved criticality. About Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor: What it is? A Fast Breeder Reactor is a high-efficiency nuclear reactor that uses fast neutrons to generate more fissile material (fuel) than it …
Source: PIB Subject: Fisheries sector Context: The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying highlighted the sector’s transformation, supported by a record budgetary allocation of ₹2,761.80 crore in the Union Budget 2026-27. This funding aims to consolidate gains from the PMMSY and Blue Revolution, focusing on technology-driven aquaculture, digital governance, and the socio-economic inclusion of …
General Studies-3; Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Introduction: The World Meteorological Organization’s (WMO) State of the Global Climate Report 2025 is not just a statistical update; it is a “Red Alert” for the planet. It confirms that the decade ending in 2025 was the warmest ever recorded. We are no …
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Source: FL Subject: Economy Context: The Justice Kurian Joseph Committee on Union-State Relations released a landmark report advocating for GST 2.0. The report warns that the current GST framework has eroded the fiscal autonomy of States and needs a second generation of reforms to restore the federal balance and fix the broken digital tax backbone. …
Source: TH Subject: Nuclear Energy Context: The Government of India introduced and rapidly passed the SHANTI (Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India) Bill in December 2025. This transformative legislation repeals the Atomic Energy Act of 1962, allowing private companies to build, own, and operate nuclear plants to achieve a target of …
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Source: TH Subject: Science and Technology Context: Space governance is facing a critical failure as Earth’s orbits become increasingly crowded and vulnerable to debris, with current regulations failing to keep pace with rapid commercial expansion. About Space Governance: What It Is? Space governance refers to the international and national frameworks of treaties, laws, and ethical …
Source: HT Subject: Disaster Management Context: A tragic stampede at the Maa Sheetla Mandir in Nalanda, Bihar, resulted in the deaths of eight women as massive crowds overwhelmed local barricades. About Nalanda temple stampede: What it is? The stampede occurred at the Maa Sheetla Mandir in Maghra village, Nalanda district, during a religious gathering. As …
General Studies-3; Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Introduction In February 2026, India’s economic administration undertook a monumental shift by updating its primary macroeconomic barometers. This move is not merely a technical “bookkeeping” exercise but a strategic recalibration intended to capture the reality of a post-pandemic, …
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Source: DD News Subject: Energy Security Context: The National Statistics Office (NSO) has released the 33rd edition of its annual publication, Energy Statistics India 2026, providing a comprehensive integrated dataset on India’s energy reserves, production, and consumption. About Energy Statistics India 2026: What it is? Energy Statistics India 2026 is the annual publication of the …
Source: PIB Subject: Economy Context: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Annual Report for 2025. About Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Annual Report, 2025: What it is? The PLFS was launched by the National Statistical Office (NSO) in 2017 to estimate key employment and unemployment indicators. …
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General Studies-3; Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Introduction Globalisation, understood as the deep integration of economies through flows of trade, capital, labour, and knowledge, played a pivotal role in reshaping India after 1991. It transformed India from a relatively closed economy into a dynamic participant …
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Source: TH Subject: Water Conservation Context: The article highlights World Water Day and its theme Water and Gender, emphasizing the critical need to transition women from mere water collectors to active leaders in water governance and decision-making. About Women and Water Management: What it is? Women and water management refers to the strategic involvement of …
General Studies-3; Topic: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc. Introduction While global attention on the West Asia strife (primarily the Iran-Israel tensions) focuses on oil supply chains and shipping routes, a “sneaky” risk is emerging. AI, often viewed as a purely “digital” or “software” revolution, is actually an industrial-scale energy consumer. Any disruption …
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Source: TH Subject: Environment Context: A new study by has revealed that while microplastic abundance on Chennai’s beaches is lower than global averages, the high concentration of nylon fibers poses a severe ecological risk. About The Microplastic Problem: What it is? Microplastics are plastic particles smaller than 5 mm in diameter. They are categorized into …
Source: NIE Subject: Security Context: The ongoing West Asia conflict has seen a massive surge in electronic warfare, with over 1,600 vessels experiencing GNSS (GPS) disruptions in the Persian Gulf within a single 24-hour period. About Asymmetric Warfare: What it is? Asymmetric warfare is a type of conflict where there is a significant imbalance in …
Source: PIB Subject: Agriculture Context: The United Nations has designated 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF 2026) to recognize their indispensable role in global food security. In alignment, India hosted the Global Conference on Women in Agri-Food Systems (GCWAS–2026) in New Delhi to drive policy reforms and celebrate women’s contributions to …
General Studies-3; Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. Introduction India presents a unique contradiction: it is one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies, yet it suffers from “jobless growth.” The education system produces millions of graduates, but the economy fails to absorb them into formal …
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Source: TH Subject: Agriculture/Science and technology Context: In the 2026-27 Budget, the outlay for the PM-KUSUM scheme nearly doubled to ₹5,000 crore, with the government considering a National Agri-photovoltaics Mission to achieve 10 GW of capacity. This move positions Agri-photovoltaics (agriPV) as a primary solution to India’s land-use conflict between food security and the 300 …
Source: PIB Subject: Science and Technology Context: Union Minister unveiled the India BioEconomy Report (IBER) 2026 during the 14th Foundation Day of BIRAC in New Delhi. The report highlights that India’s bioeconomy reached a record $195.3 billion in 2025, now contributing nearly 5% to the national GDP. About The India BioEconomy Report (IBER) 2026: What …
General Studies-3; Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Introduction India’s air pollution policy has historically been a “ritual of reaction.” Every winter, as PM 2.5 levels soar, the state responds with emergency measures like the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), odd-even schemes, and construction bans. While these are necessary, they are …
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