Agni-VI Ballistic Missile Project General Studies Paper III: Defence Technology, Achievements of Indians in Science & Technology Why in News? Recently, DRDO confirmed that the organization is technically prepared to proceed with the full-scale development of the Agni-VI, awaiting formal approval from the Government to move to the next phase. What is Agni-VI Ballistic […]
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US Returns 657 Stolen Artefacts to India General Studies Paper II: Indian Heritage Sites, Indian Architecture, Cultural Diplomacy Why in News? Recently, the United States returned 657 stolen artefacts worth $14 million to India, exposing vast global trafficking networks and accelerating international cooperation to reclaim looted heritage assets. Highlights of US Repatriates Looted Indian Antiquities
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Exit Poll Results 2026 General Studies Paper II: Constitution, Election Regulations Why in News? Recently, assembly elections in five states—West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam and Puducherry—were completed and exit polls results for 2026 indicate mixed trends. Counting for all five states is scheduled for May 4, 2026. Exit Poll Results 2026: State-wise Exit Poll
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India Became World Fifth Largest Military Spender General Studies Paper II: Government Budgeting, Defence & Modernisation Why in News? According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) report, India has become the world’s fifth-largest military spender in 2025 with defence expenditure of $92.1 billion, rising 8.9%. India Became 5th largest military spender globally, following
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Bangladesh First Nuclear Power Plan General Studies Paper II: Nuclear Technology, Government Initiatives, India’s Neighborhood Why in News? Recently, Bangladesh advanced its energy sovereignty by beginning uranium fuel loading at Unit-1 of the 2,400 MW Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant, marking its entry as the 33rd nation using nuclear power. Highlights of Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant
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Airlines Warn of Shutdown Risk amid Fuel Crisis General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Energy Why in News? Recently, the Federation of Indian Airlines (FIA), representing major carriers like Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, has issued an “SOS” letter to the Ministry of Civil Aviation, warning that the sector is under “extreme stress”
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Rising Oral Cancer Burden in India General Studies Paper II: Health, Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? A recent study by the ICMR-National Institute of Non-communicable Disease Epidemiology (ICMR-NINE), highlights that male oral cancer cases in India are rising at an estimated annual rate of 1.20%, identifying India as a significant contributor to the
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Oil India Discovers Hydrocarbons in Libya General Studies Paper III: Mineral & Energy Resources Why in News? Recently, Oil India Limited (OIL) discovered hydrocarbons in Ghadames Basin, strengthening India’s overseas energy security strategy amid volatile global oil markets and supply risks. Highlights of Oil India’s Discovers Hydrocarbons in Libya Location: The hydrocarbon discovery was made
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Formation of 5 New Districts in Ladakh General Studies Paper II: Indian Constitution, Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? Recently, Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena has approved creation of five new districts, aiming to decentralised governance and improve service delivery. Highlights of New Districts Creation in Ladakh Administrative Approval: On 27
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Britain Forms New Gurkha Regiment General Studies Paper II: Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, the King’s Gurkha Artillery (KGA) held its first oath-taking parade for a batch of 20 directly selected recruits from Nepal on April 20, 2026 in south-west England. This expansion occurs against a
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