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India-UK Free Trade Agreement General Studies Paper II: International Treaties and Agreements, Impact of Countries’ Policies and Politics on India’s Interests Why in News? The landmark India-UK Free Trade Agreement will officially take effect on July 15, significantly boosting bilateral economic cooperation.  What is the India–UK Free Trade Agreement? Significance of the India–UK FTA Challenges […]

10th India-Thailand Defence Dialogue  General Studies Paper II: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements Why in News? The 10th Thailand-India Defence Dialogue took place in Bangkok on June 16, 2026, to review the full spectrum of bilateral defence cooperation. Highlights of 10th India–Thailand Defence Dialogue India–Thailand Relations FAQs: 1. What is the India–Thailand 10th Defence Dialogue?The 10th

US Pacific Command Renaming General Studies Paper II: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, the Trump administration restored the name “US Pacific Command” (USPACOM), reversing the 2018 shift to “Indo-Pacific Command.” What is US Pacific Command (USPACOM)? Understand the Indo-Pacific Region  Strategic and Geopolitical Significance of Indo-Pacific

RHRS Lam Farm Releases Two New Chilli Varieties General Studies Paper lII: Agricultural Resources, Cropping Patterns Why in News? Recently, the Regional Horticultural Research Station (RHRS) at Lam Farm, Guntur, released two advanced chilli varieties—LCA-625 and LCA-643—offering higher market adaptability. Two New Chilli Varieties LCA-625 and LCA-643 Note: Regional Horticultural Research Station (RHRS), Lam Farm,

India Defence Production Surges to All-Time High General Studies Paper III: Indigenization of Technology Why in News? Recently, India’s defence production reached an all-time high of ₹1.78 lakh crore in FY 2025-26, rising 15.6% year-on-year and more than doubling in five years. Highlights of India’s Defence Production Policy Reforms and Initiatives Driving Defence Self-Reliance Significance

India 155 GW Wind Energy Capacity Target by 2035 General Studies Paper lII: Sustainable Development, Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? India plans to expand installed wind energy capacity to 100 GW by 2030 and 155 GW by 2035. Current Status of Wind Energy Sector in India Government Initiatives for India’s Wind Energy Sector

Sea King 42B Squadron Retirement General Studies Paper III: Defence Technology Why in News? Recently, the Indian Navy retired the iconic Sea King 42B helicopter fleet and deactivated INAS 330 “Harpoons” after over 55 years of distinguished service. What is Sea King 42B Helicopter? INAS 330 ‘Harpoons’ Indian Navy Helicopter Squadrons: FAQs: 1. What is

Utusu Virus General Studies Paper II: Health Why in News? Recently, Usutu virus (USUV) was detected in Scotland for the first time after infected blackbirds were identified on the Isle of Arran. What is Usutu Virus (USUV)? Transmission and Global Spread of Usutu Virus Impact of Usutu Virus on Wildlife Biodiversity and Human Health Diagnosis

Indian Army New Uniform Code General Studies Paper lI: Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? Recently, the Indian Army unveiled the “Army Uniforms-2026” code, replacing several colonial-era traditions with indigenous elements.  Image Credit: Mathrubhumi English Highlights of Indian Army’s New Uniforms-2026 Code Major Decolonisation Reforms Undertaken by the Indian Army Significance of Indian Army

52nd G7 Summit 2026 General Studies Paper II: Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, the 52nd G7 Summit 2026 commenced in Évian, France, shifting deep analytical focus toward resolving global economic imbalances. 52nd G7 Summit 2026 Highlights  What is G7 Group? FAQs: 1. What is the 52nd G7