Current Affairs

Why in the news? A recent study shows that cell arrangement in mangroves makes salt tolerant. Mangroves What is it?: Mangroves are small trees and shrubs which grow along the coastlines and swamps. Facts to Know: India’s contribution is 45.8% … Continue reading →

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Hydrogen fuel cells convert hydrogen’s chemical energy into electricity through an electrochemical reaction with oxygen, producing only water and heat as byproducts. Fuel cells achieve over 60% efficiency, far exceeding combustion engines, and emit zero pollutants, supporting … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Supreme Court has directed that doctors deputed for COVID-19 duties be covered under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana (PMGKY). PM Garib Kalyan Yojana(PMGKY) Launch: Launched in March 2020 amid COVID-19 pandemic Objective: Aimed at … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Indian Ocean’s importance with respect to the Blue economy is rising. Blue Economy What is it?: Blue Economy refers to the sustainable use of ocean and coastal resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and jobs, … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Government of India has cleared the CoalSETU policy. CoalSETU Expanding the Abbreviation: Coal Linkage for Seamless, Efficient & Transparent Utilization. What is it?: It is a recent policy reform by the Indian government to streamline … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Retail inflation in India edged up slightly to 0.7% in November 2025, rising from the record low of 0.25% in October 2025. Retail Inflation What is it?: measures the change in retail prices of goods and … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Scientists have engineered a new CRISPR protein called GlowCas9. GlowCas9 What is it?: A bioluminescent variant of Cas9 engineered by fusing Cas9 with a split nano-luciferase enzyme derived from deep-sea shrimp proteins. Developed by: Developed by … Continue reading →

Why in the news? UNEP Assembly held at Nairobi, Kenya. United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Establishment: UNEP was established on 5th June 1972 by the United Nations General Assembly during the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm, … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Union Textiles Secretary has stated that the Shilp Didi programme is driving growth in the incomes of women entrepreneurs. Shilp Didi Programme What is it?: It is a government initiative aimed at economically empowering women … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The CoP20  CITES has concluded in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, marking the 50th anniversary of the Convention. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) Also known as: Washington Convention. Adopted: 1973; Entered … Continue reading →