Current Affairs

Scarborough Shoal

Why in the news? China’s coast guard raised its ag at disputed Scarborough Shoal on National Day, shortly after declaring it a nature reserve. Scarborough Shoal What is it?: The Scarborough Shoal is an oceanic coral atoll that developed on … Continue reading →

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Wassenaar Arrangement

Why in the news? The Wassenaar Arrangement is struggling to keep pace with advancements in cloud technology, necessitating revisions in its control lists as well as stronger enforcement mechanisms. Wassenaar Arrangement What is it?: The Wassenaar Arrangement on Export Controls … Continue reading →

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Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP)

Why in the news? NASA has launched the Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP). Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) What is it?: The mission is launched with an aim to map the heliosphere’s boundary, trace energetic particles, and improve … Continue reading →

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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

Why in the news? October 1, 2025, marks 100 years since the establishment of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) What is it?: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is the central recruiting agency in … Continue reading →

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International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

Why in the news? India has been re-elected to Part II of the Council of International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) for the 2025-2028 term. International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) What is it?: ICAO is an intergovernmental specialized agency associated with … Continue reading →

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Model Youth Gram Sabha initiative

Why in the news? Centre is launching the Model Youth Gram Sabha initiative in schools from October in line with the concept of Model United Nations. Model Youth Gram Sabha initiative What is it?: It is a school-based programme that … Continue reading →

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Polar Geoengineering

Why in the news? Researchers and Scientists opined that Polar Geoengineering projects can lead to severe environmental damage with far-reaching global consequences. Polar Geoengineering What is it?: Geoengineering: Deliberate large-scale interventions in Earth’s climate system to counteract global warming. Polar … Continue reading →

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Philippines

Why in the news? A Strong Earthquake took place in Central Philippines causing loss of 22 lives and damage to properties. Philippines Location: It is an archipelagic country in Southeast Asia which is situated in the western Pacific Ocean Capital: … Continue reading →

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Gokul Jalashay and Udaipur Jheel

Why in the news? Gokul Jalashay and Udaipur Jheel, two wetlands from Bihar got designated as Ramsar Sites. Gokul Jalashay Location: Located in Buxar District Features: An oxbow lake situated along the southern margin of the Ganga River. Serves as … Continue reading →

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Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme

Why in the news? The Government has extended the RoDTEP incentive scheme for exporters till 31st March 2026. Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme What is it?: The scheme aims to reimburse embedded taxes and duties … Continue reading →

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