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Jal Prahar 2025 – Comprehensive Notes for UPSC
Introduction The Indian Navy and Army successfully conducted the biannual joint amphibious exercise ‘Jal Prahar 2025’ along India’s
The Indian Ports Act, 2025 – India’s Bold Maritime Legislation
Key Highlights at a GlanceReplaces the outdated Indian Ports Act, 1908 with modern regulations.Establishes Maritime State Development Council (MSDC) as
Iridogorgia chewbacca – A New Deep-Sea Coral Species
Introduction The discovery of Iridogorgia chewbacca has generated interest among scientists and
Indian Coast Guard Ship Adamya Commissioned at Paradip Port – UPSC Notes
Introduction The commissioning of ICGS Adamya at
Zapad-2025 Military Drills
Zapad-2025 Military Drills – India’s Participation1. ContextZapad (meaning West in Russian) is a large-scale military exercise conducted by Russia and
Exercise Siyom Prahar
Exercise Siyom Prahar — Indian ArmyBasic FactsAttributeDetailsNameExercise Siyom PraharConducted byIndian ArmyWhen8–10 September 2025WhereArunachal Pradesh (strategically sensitive northeast sector)PurposeValidate the use
India’s first bamboo-based ethanol plant in Assam
India’s first bamboo-based ethanol plant in Assam Golaghat facility billed as world’s first green bamboo bioethanol plant; ₹7,230-crore polypropylene project also
PLI Scheme
I PLI Scheme: Powering India’s Industrial RenaissanceA Transformational Push for Manufacturing, Employment, and Global CompetitivenerIntroduction: A New Chapter in India's Growth
Samudra Pradakshina
Samudra Pradakshina Samudra Pradakshina is India’s first-ever tri-service (Army, Navy, Air Force) all-women circumnavigation expedition.It involves sailing around the globe, crossing
Gyan Bharat Mission
Introduction Over centuries, India’s civilizational wealth of ideas and creativity has continuously adapted—finding renewed expression in today's digital age. From the
Ethiopia Opens Africa’s Largest Hydroelectric Dam – The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)
IntroductionEthiopia has inaugurated the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Blue Nile River, near Guba on the Ethiopia–Sudan border. After 14 years of
Iran and India: Ancient Civilisations & New Horizons
1. Global ContextThe world is in a period of transition and a crisis of the Western-led international order.Western dominance, led
Kerala’s Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR)
1. Current StatusKerala’s Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) has risen sharply from 18 to 30 per one lakh live births (2021–2023),
Nilgiris Tea Crisis
1. BackgroundNilgiris tea industry facing persistent cost price crisis for Green Tea Leaves (GTL).Farmers, mostly Badagas, protested violently in late
Great Nicobar Project: An Ecological Disaster
1. Background₹72,000 crore mega-infrastructure project in Great Nicobar Island.Poses danger to indigenous tribes, fragile ecosystem, and disaster-prone area.Criticised as half-baked
100 Years of the Self-Respect Movement (Tamil Nadu)
Origin & ContextStarted in 1925, led by Periyar E.V. Ramasamy.Emerged as an ideological impulse: mobilising men & women across castes/classes.Goal:
Assam to Celebrate Bhupen Hazarika’s Birth Centenary
1. OccasionAssam government launched year-long celebrations to mark the birth centenary of Bhupen Hazarika, legendary singer, composer, and cultural icon.Hazarika,
India’s Strategic Autonomy in a Multipolar World
India’s Strategic Autonomy in a Multipolar World1. Concept of Strategic AutonomyStrategic autonomy, once limited to academic debate, has now become
Summary of GST Reforms 2025: Relief for Common Man, Boost for Businesses
🔹 IntroductionGST, launched on 1st July 2017, unified multiple central and state taxes, creating a common national market.After 8 years,
India–Japan Joint Vision for the Next Decade (2025)
India and Japan adopted a 10-year vision (2025–2035) to strengthen their Special Strategic and Global Partnership. The goal is to
Geographical Indication (GI) Tags – Simplified Notes
What is a GI Tag?A Geographical Indication (GI) Tag is a sign used on products that come from a specific
Vikram-32: India’s First Indigenous Space Chip
At Semicon India 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was presented with Vikram-32, India’s first fully indigenously developed 32-bit processor chip.
Prime Minister at the 25th SCO Summit in Tianjin, China
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took part in the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit held in Tianjin, China from 31
India – Thailand Joint Military Exercise MAITREE-XIV Begins in Meghalaya
The 14th edition of Exercise MAITREE between India and Thailand started on 1st September 2025 at the Joint Training Node,
Kalai-II Hydroelectric Project, Arunachal Pradesh
1. Latest NewsOn 20th August 2025, the Arunachal Pradesh State Pollution Control Board (APSPCB) conducted an Environmental Public Hearing for
India–Namibia Ties: A New Chapter in India’s Africa Engagement
IntroductionIn July 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed Namibia’s National Assembly during his visit to the country. His speech stood
Vishnugad Pipalkoti Hydro Electric Project
IntroductionThe Vishnugad Pipalkoti Hydro Electric Project (VPHEP) is a run‑of‑river hydropower scheme being developed on the Alaknanda River in Chamoli
India Launches NASA-ISRO Earth Observation Satellite – NISAR
Why is it in the news?India has successfully launched the NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) satellite from the Satish Dhawan
Exercise Drone Prahar: Indian Army’s Push Towards Drone Warfare
Location: Rayang Military Station, East Siang District, Arunachal PradeshTags: Indian Army, Drone Technology, Defence Exercises, Military Technology, SSB PreparationWhat is
EXERCISE BOLD KURUKSHETRA 2025 TO KICK OFF AT JODHPUR: ADVANCING INDIA-SINGAPORE DEFENCE COOPERATION
India and Singapore, two vibrant democracies with a shared vision for regional peace and security, are all set to elevate
Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojana (PM-AJAY)
Upliftment of Scheduled Castes (SCs) What is PM-AJAY?PM-AJAY is a scheme launched in 2021-22 to improve the lives of Scheduled
Why Apache Attack Helicopters’ Arrival is a ‘Milestone Moment’ for India’s Defence?
Introduction: India recently received the first 3 of 6 advanced AH-64E Apache attack helicopters ordered for the Indian Army—a strategic
Raji Tribe – UPSC Notes
Why in News? In Khetar Kanyal, a village dominated by the Raji tribe in Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, the absence
‘Sher’ – India’s First Fully Indigenous AK-203 Rifle to be Delivered by December 2025
OverviewThe much-awaited first fully indigenous AK-203 assault rifle, christened ‘Sher’ (Lion), will be delivered to the Indian Army by December
‘Maratha Military Landscapes of India’ Inscribed as India’s 44th UNESCO World Heritage Site
Date of Inscription: 15 July 2025Session: 47th Session of the World Heritage CommitteeLocation: UNESCO Headquarters, Paris📰 Why in News?At the
President of India Graces Birth Anniversary Celebrations of Adikabi Sarala Das; Presents Kalinga Ratna Award 2024
The Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, attended the birth anniversary celebrations of Adikabi Sarala Das at Cuttack, Odisha.On
Indian Navy to Commission ‘Nistar’: First Indigenous Diving Support Vessel to Join Eastern Command
In a major milestone for maritime self-reliance, the Indian Navy is set to commission its first indigenous Diving Support Vessel
Akash Prime Strengthens India’s Air Defence: Precision Missile Tested Successfully in Ladakh
In a significant boost to India's air defence capabilities, the Indian Army has successfully test-fired the Akash Prime missile system
India Inducts Israeli Rampage Missile into Air Force and Navy Fleets
India has taken a significant step toward strengthening its strike capabilities by inducting the Israeli-developed Rampage missile, also known as
A MASSIVE MILITARY EXERCISE DRAWING 19 NATIONS AND 35,000 FORCES BEGINS IN AUSTRALIA
Introduction to Talisman Sabre 2025 A large-scale multinational military exercise has commenced in Australia, involving 19 nations and over 35,000 military
PRAHAR MISSILE: INDIA’S TACTICAL GAME-CHANGER
INTRODUCTION TO PRAHAR MISSILE The Prahar missile is a tactical surface-to-surface missile developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
Aralam: India’s First Butterfly Sanctuary – A Hidden Gem in the Western Ghats
The Western Ghats, known for their green hills and misty charm, are a dream destination for nature lovers and trekking
What Is A Cluster Bomb? Weapon Behind Iran’s June 19 Missile Strike On Israel
Iran’s reported use of a cluster bomb during a June 19 missile strike on Israel has reignited global concerns about
Montreal Convention: Airline Passenger Compensation Explained
Montreal Convention: Airline Passenger Compensation Explained The Montreal Convention, formally known as the Convention for the Unification of Certain Rules for
Prime Minister Receives the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III
Key Points 🏅 What Happened? On 16th June 2025, the President of Cyprus, H.E. Nikos Christodoulides, awarded the Grand Cross
G7 SUMMIT: A COMPREHENSIVE OVERVIEW OF THE GLOBAL ECONOMIC FORUM
G7 SUMMIT: A COMPREHENSIVE OVERVIEW OF THE GLOBAL ECONOMIC FORUM WHAT IS THE G7 SUMMITThe G7 Summit, short for Group of
Indian Census: Mapping the Nation’s Pulse Through Data
Indian Census: Mapping the Nation's Pulse Through Data IntroductionThe Indian Census is one of the largest and most detailed administrative exercises
Stability, Resistance, Long-lasting: The Incredible Engineering Behind Chenab Bridge
Stability, Resistance, Long-lasting: The Incredible Engineering Behind Chenab Bridge IntroductionThe Chenab Bridge, a marvel of modern engineering, stands as a testament
Assam’s Semiconductor Plant: A Game Changer for India’s Semiconductor Ecosystem
Assam's Semiconductor Plant: A Game Changer for India's Semiconductor Ecosystem IntroductionIndia's journey towards self-reliance in semiconductor manufacturing has taken a giant
NITI Aayog: Driving India’s Policy and Economic Transformation
NITI Aayog: Driving India’s Policy and Economic Transformation Introduction to NITI AayogNITI Aayog, short for the National Institution for Transforming India,
Project Kusha: an indigenous, long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system being developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
In response to growing security challenges and evolving aerial threats, India is accelerating the development of its own long-range surface-to-air
The Golden Dome: A Timeless Symbol of Splendor and Spirituality
The Golden Dome: A Timeless Symbol of Splendor and Spirituality Introduction to the Golden DomeThe term Golden Dome evokes images of
Inflation and the Role of RBI: Understanding the Dynamics of India’s Economy
Inflation and the Role of RBI: Understanding the Dynamics of India’s Economy Keywords: Inflation in India, Role of RBI, RBI and
Presidential Reference in India: Meaning, Process, and Significance
Presidential Reference in India: Meaning, Process, and Significance IntroductionThe Presidential Reference is a vital constitutional mechanism in India that enables the
Akashteer System: India’s Next-Gen Air Defence Weapon Explained
Akashteer System: India’s Next-Gen Air Defence Weapon Explained Introduction to the Akashteer SystemThe Akashteer System is an advanced air defence control
BrahMos Missile System: The World’s Fastest Supersonic Cruise Missile
BrahMos Missile System: The World’s Fastest Supersonic Cruise Missile IntroductionThe BrahMos missile system stands as a symbol of India's advanced defense
India’s First Human Space Mission: The Gaganyaan Programme Explained
India’s First Human Space Mission: The Gaganyaan Programme Explained Introduction to Gaganyaan – India’s First Crewed Space MissionThe Gaganyaan Mission is
International Monetary Fund (IMF): Role, Functions, and Global Impact
International Monetary Fund (IMF): Role, Functions, and Global Impact IntroductionThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) is one of the most influential global
Kamikaze Drones: The Rise of Loitering Munitions in Modern Warfare
Kamikaze Drones: The Rise of Loitering Munitions in Modern Warfare IntroductionIn the rapidly evolving landscape of military technology, Kamikaze drones—also known
Monsoon to Set Early in 2025: What It Means for India’s Climate and Economy
Monsoon to Set Early in 2025: What It Means for India’s Climate and Economy IntroductionIn 2025, weather models and meteorological agencies