GS Paper III: Various Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate, Security Challenges and their Management in Border Areas Indian Army Operation Sindoor Why in News? In retaliation to the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, India executed Operation Sindoor. In this operation, nine terrorist infrastructure sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) were […]
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GS Paper III: Scientific Innovations and Discoveries, Indigenization of Technology India’s First ‘Quantum Valley’ Tech Park Why in News? India’s inaugural Quantum Valley Tech Park will be set up in Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh, by January 2026. This project is a key initiative under the National Quantum Mission to establish India as a frontrunner in quantum
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GS Paper II: Transparency and Accountability, Right to Information World Press Freedom Index 2025 Why in News? Recently, the World Press Freedom Index 2025 was released by Reporters Without Borders. It showed changes in the rankings of many countries. What is World Press Freedom Index? Introduction: Reporters Without Borders (RSF), an independent NGO, releases the
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GS Paper III: Inclusive Growth, Industrial Policy Vizhinjam International Multipurpose Port Why in News? Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vizhinjam International Port located in Kerala. India’s first container transshipment port marks a strategic leap, enhancing the nation’s global maritime trade connectivity. Introduction to Vizhinjam International Multipurpose Port Geographical Location: Vizhinjam Port is located
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GS Paper II: Population and Related Issues, Government Policies and Interventions Announcement of Caste Census in India Why in News? Recently, under the leadership of the Prime Minister, the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs took a historic decision by approving the inclusion of caste-based enumeration in the upcoming census. This step is being seen as
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GS Paper III: Industrial Policy, Growth and Development India to Emerge as the Manufacturing Hub for iPhone Production Why in News? According to a recent Reuters report, Apple has taken a significant step towards making India a key iPhone manufacturing hub for the U.S. market by rapidly advancing its plan to shift iPhone production from
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Shimla Agreement Between India and Pakistan GS Paper II: India and its Neighbors, Impact of Policies and Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, after the Pulwama terrorist attack, India took strong steps against Pakistan, including suspending the Indus Water Treaty. In response, Pakistan has announced the cancellation of the Shimla Agreement.
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Indus Waters Treaty GS Paper II: India and its Neighbourhood, Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting its Interests Why in News? Recently, after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, India has taken a tough stance towards Pakistan. In a meeting chaired by the Prime Minister, the Indian government has decided to suspend
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Tahawwur Hussain Rana Extradition Case GS Paper III: Government Policies and Interventions, India and its Neighbours Why in News? Recently, Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, was brought to India from the United States. This is considered a major diplomatic victory for India in its fight against terrorism through international
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Supreme Court Landmark Verdict on the Powers of Governors GS Paper II: Judiciary, Indian Constitution, Constitutional Bodies Why in News? Recently, the Supreme Court declared the Tamil Nadu Governor’s refusal to give assent to 10 state bills as unconstitutional. In this landmark judgment, the Court made it clear that the Governor must act on bills
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