Carbon Market Trading General Studies Paper II: Government Policies and Interventions, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in News? Recently, Union Power Minister announced that India will begin carbon credit trading within four months under its Carbon Credit Trading Scheme, aiming to reduce emissions and promote sustainability. What is Carbon Market Trading? About: Carbon Market Trading […]
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Government Removes Domestic Airfare Cap General Studies Paper II: Government Policies and Interventions Why in News? Recently, the Indian government removed the domestic airfare cap from March 23, 2026, allowing airlines to set ticket prices freely after earlier restrictions due to disruptions. What is an Airfare Cap? About: An airfare cap is a government-imposed limit
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Vivek Doraiswamy Named India Ambassador to China General Studies Paper II: Government Policies and Interventions, India’s Neighbourhood Why in News? Recently, the Government of India appointed Vikram K. Doraiswami, as the next Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China. He is currently the High Commissioner of India to the United Kingdom and soon will succeed
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India Space Debris Crisis General Studies Paper II: Space Technology Why in News? Recently, Parliament was informed that India has about 129 pieces of space debris orbiting Earth, posing risks to satellites, highlighting growing concerns about orbital pollution and future missions. What is Space Debris? About: Space debris refers to non-functional human-made objects orbiting Earth
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India-China Trade via Lipulekh Pass General Studies Paper II: India’s Neighbouring Countries, Bilateral Groupings & Agreements Why in News? India and China are set to resume border trade through the Lipulekh Pass after about six years, aiming to boost economic ties and local livelihoods, while also reflecting improving diplomatic relations despite past tensions. India-China Border
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Navy Officer Questions Army Boxers Selection for Asian Championships General Studies Paper II: Sports & Affairs Why in News? Recently, a senior Indian Navy officer raised concerns over the selection of an Army boxer for the Asian Boxing Championships, questioning fairness and transparency. What is the Controversy Over Selection of Army Boxers for Asian Championships?
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World Happiness Report 2026 General Studies Paper II: Global Rankings, Important International Institutions Why in News? Recently, the 2026 World Happiness Report was released, naming Finland the happiest nation for the ninth year. This edition highlights a global decline in youth well-being linked to social media. Highlights of World Happiness Report 2026 Edition: This year
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RELIEF Scheme General Studies Paper II: Government Policies and Interventions, Development and Growth Why in News? Recently, the Government of India launched a ₹497 crore RELIEF (Resilience & Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation) Scheme to support exporters affected by the West Asia conflict, protecting India’s export sector stability. What is RELIEF Scheme? About: The RELIEF
India–Pakistan Tensions Risk Nuclear Conflict General Studies Paper II: India and its Neighbourhood Why in News? Recently, the 2026 U.S. Intelligence Annual Threat Assessment highlighted that India-Pakistan relations remain at risk for nuclear conflict due to past incidents and possible terrorist triggers could escalate quickly despite both countries avoiding full-scale war. Causes of India-Pakistan Conflict
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Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna BHAVYA General Studies Paper II: Government Policies and Interventions, Development and Growth Why in News? Recently, the Union Cabinet approved Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA) with an outlay of ₹33,660 crore to develop plug-and-play industrial parks, aiming to boost manufacturing and create large-scale employment opportunities. What is Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana
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