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NPCIL Installs Reactor Vessel at Kudankulam Unit-5 General Studies Paper IlI: Nuclear Technology, Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? Recently, Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)  achieved a major milestone at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project by installing the 320-tonne Reactor Pressure Vessel (RPV) in Unit-5. What is Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP)? […]

IAF To Procure Nine Retired UK Jaguar Fighter Jets General Studies Paper III: Defence Technology Why in News? Recently, the Indian Air Force (IAF) decided to acquire nine retired UK Jaguar fighter jets for spare parts and reusable components, helping sustain its ageing Jaguar fleet. What is Jaguar Fighter Jet? India’s Jaguar Fleet: Significance, Modernisation

PM Modi Commissions Three Indigenous Naval Ships  General Studies Paper III: Indigenization of Technology, Defence  Why in News? Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned three indigenously built naval platforms—INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray—in Kolkata, strengthening India’s maritime surveillance. Overview of the Three Indigenous Naval Ships Commissioned by PM Modi IMPORTANT POINTS TO KNOW 

Tamilnadu Launches Renewable Energy Zone Initiative General Studies Paper IlI: Sustainable Development, Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? Recently, the Tamil Nadu government approved five dedicated Renewable Energy Zones (REZ) to accelerate wind and solar projects. Renewable Energy Zones (REZ) in Tamil Nadu Significance of Tamil Nadu’s Renewable Energy Zone Initiative Major Central Government

Vivek Aggarwal Elected as Vice-President of Financial Action Task Force General Studies Paper II: International Institutions, Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, India’s senior bureaucrat Vivek Aggarwal was elected Vice-President of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) for 2026–27, succeeding Giles Thomson of the United Kingdom. Who

NEET UG Re-Exam Mock Drill  General Studies Paper II: Education, Government Policies and Interventions  Why in News? Recently, the National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted a nationwide NEET UG re-exam mock drill to stress-test security, surveillance, and coordination mechanisms. NEET-UG re-examination is scheduled for June 21. Image Credit: Edxlive Highlights of NEET UG Re-Exam Mock Drill

Discovery of New Forester Moth Mimusemia Kali General Studies Paper lI: Biodiversity, Conservation Why in News? Recently, scientists discovered Mimeusemia kali, a new forester moth species in Karnataka’s Kali Tiger Reserve, marking the first addition to its genus in nearly 30 years. Highlights of Newly Discovered Mimeusemia kali Key Facts About Forester Moth Karnataka’s Kali

QS World University Rankings 2027 General Studies Paper II: Education, Global Rankings, Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? Recently, the QS Quacquarelli Symonds released the QS World University Rankings 2027, highlighting intensifying global academic competition. Highlights of QS World University Rankings 2027 India’s Performance in QS Rankings 2027 What is QS World University Ranking?

UAE Social Media Age Limit General Studies Paper II: Social Media, Child Protection  Why in News? Recently, UAE Social Media Age Limit policies were updated, establishing 15 as the minimum age for creating accounts, making it the first Arab nation to enforce strict protections. Highlights of UAE’s Under-15 Social Media Ban Rationale Behind UAE Social

14th Miss Grand International Pageant 2026 General Studies Paper lI: International Recognition, Important Personalities  Why in News? India will host the 14th Miss Grand International Pageant in October 2026, bringing one of the world’s most celebrated beauty pageants. What is the Miss Grand International (MGI) Pageant? Highlights of 14th Miss Grand International Pageant (MGI) 2026