Shrey Parikh Wins Scripps National Spelling Bee 2026 General Studies Paper II: Educational Competitions, Indian-Origin Achievements Why in News? Recently, 14-year-old Shrey Parikh from California won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee title. This was the 98th annual event, took place at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. Shrey Parikh’s Journey to the 2026 Scripps […]
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India Secures Top Global AI & Digital Economy Positions General Studies Paper III: Infrastructure & Development, AI & Computing, Government policies and interventions Why in News? According to the State of India’s Digital Economy (SIDE) 2026 Report, India has secured the 4th position globally in AI performance and 5th position in the global digital economy
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National Family Health Survey-6 2023-24 General Studies Paper II: Health, Issues Related to Children & Women Why in News? Recently, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) released the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) 2023-24, showcasing substantial progress in India’s maternal health indicators alongside a concerning lifestyle shift. What is National Family Health Survey
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Meta Launches New Plus Subscription Plans General Studies Paper III: Social Media, Artificial Intelligence, IT & Computers Why in News? Recently, Meta launched global consumer “Plus” plans for Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp to enhance user experience with advanced features. Users who take this plan will get special tools and customization options. Meta’s New Plus Subscription
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US Treasury Prepares To Print Trump Portrait On $250 Note General Studies Paper II: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in News? The US Treasury Department has been preparing preliminary mock-ups of a proposed USD 250 banknote featuring President Donald Trump’s portrait. If approved, Trump would become the first living
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Indian Army T-72 Tanks Upgradation Plan General Studies Paper III: Government Policies & Interventions, Defence Technology Why in News? Recently, the Indian Army accelerated Project Rhino to modernise ageing T-72 Main Battle Tanks (MBTs) to contemporary combat standards, ensuring their operational viability well beyond 2030. What are T-72 Main Battle Tanks (MBTs)? About: The T-72
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Centre Notifies High Level Demographic Change Committee Resolution General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Inclusive Growth Why in News? Recently, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has officially established the “High-Level Committee on Demographic Change” to comprehensively examine the causes and impacts of population shifts. What is the High-Level Committee on Demographic Change
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Cabinet Approves Technology Driven SARTHAK-PDS Scheme General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Food Safety Why in News? Recently, the Union Cabinet approved the ₹25,530 crore SARTHAK-PDS scheme to modernize India’s Public Distribution System using AI, blockchain, and real-time monitoring. What is SARTHAK-PDS Scheme? About: SARTHAK-PDS stands for Scheme for Assistance in Ration Transport
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India Fifth Generation Fighter Jet Project General Studies Paper III: Defence Technology, Indigenization of Technology Why in News? Recently, the Defence Ministry has issued the Request for Proposal (RFP) to three private consortia to design and manufacture prototypes for India’s fifth-generation stealth fighter jet Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA). The three shortlisted bidders are: Tata
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Quad Launches New Maritime And Critical Mineral Initiatives General Studies Paper II: Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, the Quad nations launched Indo-Pacific maritime surveillance, critical mineral, and energy security initiatives during the Quad Foreign Ministers Meeting 2026 in New Delhi. Highlights of Quad Nations New Initiatives Maritime
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