Current Affairs

Why in the news? The Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) has asked the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India (RGI) to consider inclusion of the most marginalised Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in the upcoming Census exercise. Particularly Vulnerable … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The ISRO successfully conducted its first Integrated Air Drop Test, a milestone in the preparation for Gaganyaan Mission. Gaganyaan Mission What is it?: The Gaganyaan project plans to launch a crew of three people into orbit … Continue reading →

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 →