UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16 December 2025 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Source: DTE Context: Despite being banned in India’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) since 2017, light fishing continues unchecked, damaging marine biodiversity. Centre has banned light fishing in all coastal states in 2017. About Light Fishing: What is Light Fishing? A fishing method using high-intensity artificial lights (often powered by generators) to attract fish to the …
Source: NIE Context: A Parliamentary panel recently proposed establishing a ‘Heritage Repatriation Fund’ to assist in recovering Indian antiquities stolen and smuggled overseas. About Heritage Repatriation Fund: What is Heritage Repatriation Fund? A proposed financial initiative to facilitate the recovery and return of stolen Indian cultural artifacts from abroad. Proposed by: Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee …
