PhonePe Gets SEBI Approval for IPO Walmart-backed digital payments company PhonePe has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to launch its initial public offering (IPO), according to people aware of the matter. This brings the Bengaluru-based fintech a step closer to becoming one of India’s biggest new-age company listings. PhonePe […]
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Abu Dhabi Tops as World Safest City for 10th Consecutive Year General Studies Paper II: Transparency & Accountability, Government Policies and Interventions Why in News? Abu Dhabi has been named the world’s safest city for the tenth consecutive year in the latest Numbeo Global Safety Index 2026, ranking first among over 400 cities. This decade‑long
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Davos Summit 2026 General Studies Paper II: Important International Institutions Why in News? The Davos Summit 2026 (World Economic Forum’s 56th Annual Meeting) in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, is currently underway, uniting leaders from over 130 countries to address global economic and technological challenges. All the global leaders are discussing global cooperation, innovation, and rising geopolitical tensions.
US Concerned Over UK-Mauritius Chagos Islands Deal General Studies Paper II: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in News? President Donald Trump condemned the United Kingdom’s agreement to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Islands (including Diego Garcia) to Mauritius, calling it an “act of total weakness”. What is the UK-Mauritius
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India Responsible Nations Index to Promote Ethical Governance General Studies Paper II: Government Initiatives and Policies, Ethical Governance Why in News? Recently, India has introduced a pioneering framework named Responsible Nations Index (RNI) to evaluate global powers on ethical governance and social accountability. This index prioritizes transparency and sustainable leadership, positioning India as a key
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UAE President Diplomatic Visit to India General Studies Paper II: Bilateral Groupings & Agreements Why in News? Recently, the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan made an official diplomatic visit to India on 19 January 2026 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Both the countries discussed how to boost
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India Set to Join Upper-Middle-Income Nations by 2030 General Studies Paper II: Development and Growth, Government Policies Why in News? India is projected to join the ranks of upper-middle-income nations by 2030, according to a new State Bank of India (SBI) Research report, aligning it with countries like China and Indonesia under the World Bank’s
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DGCA Fines IndiGo ₹22.2 Crore for Safety Violations General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has fined IndiGo ₹22.2 crore for serious safety and operational violations after massive flight disruptions in December 2025 that left over 3 lakh passengers stranded. Highlights of DGCA’s Record
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56th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting General Studies Paper II: Important International Institutions Why in News? The 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum is taking place from 19–23 January 2026 in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, bringing together nearly 3,000 leaders from government, business and civil society from over 130 countries to exchange ideas and address
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India Receives Invitation to Join Trump Board of Peace for Gaza General Studies Paper II: Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests Why in News? India has been officially invited by U.S. President Donald Trump to join his newly proposed “Board of Peace” for Gaza. India is among approximately 60 nations invited for
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