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President Honors 13 Brave Jawans General Studies Paper lI: Awards & Recognition Why in News? Recently, President Droupadi Murmu honored 13 brave officers, including 10 Army personnel with the Shaurya Chakra for exceptional courage in counter-terrorism and high-risk operations. Complete List of 13 Shaurya Chakra Awardees 2026 What is the Shaurya Chakra?The Shaurya Chakra is

India Rising Nuclear Deterrent Power General Studies Paper III: Nuclear Technology, Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) Yearbook 2026, India’s nuclear arsenal reached 190 warheads, widening its lead over Pakistan and reflecting a stronger deterrence posture driven by strategic competition with China. SIPRI Yearbook 2026

SBI Research Report 2026 Why in News? Recently, an SBI Research study 2026 covering 28 Indian states found that increased surveillance and targeted security spending create a strong deterrent against traditional crime. Highlights of SBI Research Report 2026 India’s Multi-Dimensional Strategy to Reduce Crime Rates: Legal Decolonisation: The implementation of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Nagarik

US Section 301 of Trade Act of 1974 General Studies Paper lI: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India need not worry about the US Section 301 investigation, arguing it could even strengthen India’s negotiating position. What is Section 301 of the

Armenia Elections 2026 General Studies Paper II: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in News? Parliamentary elections were held in Armenia on 7 June 2026 to elect members of the 9th convocation of the National Assembly. Armenia Parliamentary Elections 2026 Highlights  Date: Armenia held parliamentary elections on 7 June 2026

7.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Philippines General Studies Paper I: Physical Geography, Earthquakes, Disaster Management Why in News? Recently, a powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off Mindanao in the southern Philippines, triggering tsunami warnings. 7.8 Magnitude Earthquake in Philippines: Key Facts Event: A powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck offshore southern Mindanao, Philippines on 8 June 2026, making