Current Affairs

Why in news? The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is all set to induct 2,400 women personnel in 2026 to achieve the target of 10% representation of women. Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) It was established after the recommendation of … Continue reading →

Why in the news?  The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted the first flight-tests of the Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) off the coast of Odisha. Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) What is it? : An indigenous … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Scientists have developed a method to make ammonia-powered SOFCs more reliable and efficient by integrating a plasma reactor with the fuel cell, addressing challenges in using ammonia directly as a fuel for clean energy. Ammonia-Powered Solid … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The United Nations declared an official famine in Gaza, the first such declaration in West Asia. Famine Declaration in Gaza What is it? A famine declaration is a formal classification issued by the UN and humanitarian … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Nepal has officially become a member of the International Big Cat Alliance. International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) Launch: By India in April 2023 (on 50th anniversary of Project Tiger). What is it?: A global initiative for … Continue reading →

Why in the news ISRO announced launch of replacement satellites before 2026 to substitute defunct satellites of NavIC (Indian GPS). Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) Type: Autonomous regional satellite navigation system by ISRO. First launch: 2013 Lifetime: 12 years. Coverage … Continue reading →

Why in the news? SEBI announced a new Closing Auction Session framework. Closing Auction Session What is it?: It is a short trading session at the end of the market day to determine the final/closing price of a security. Provides … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of universal supply of fortified rice under all government schemes till December 2028 with 100% central funding. Fortified Rice Scheme What is it? A nutrition intervention programme to supply … Continue reading →

Why in the news? India rejects Nepal’s claims over Lipulekh after India, China restart trade through border points. Lipulekh Pass Location and Geography Lipulekh Pass is a high-altitude mountain pass located at the trijunction of India, Nepal, and Tibet (China). … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Uganda has agreed a deal with the United States to take deported migrants on condition that the deportees should not have criminal records and not be unaccompanied minors. Uganda Location: Uganda is a landlocked country in … Continue reading →