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Why in News ? The loss of 110 glaciers in the eastern Himalayas of Arunachal Pradesh over the last 32 years (1988-2020) underscores the growing issue of glacier retreat in the region, which has significant implications for the hydrology and climate of the area. The reasons for this rapid glacier retreat can be understood through […]

Beggar-thy-Neighbour Policies: An Overview Beggar-thy-neighbour policies refer to protectionist measures that benefit one country at the expense of others. A common form of this is the imposition of tariffs and quotas on foreign goods. Governments and central banks may also engage in these policies through currency devaluation to boost exports and limit imports. Origins of […]

Why in News ? It was recently in news . About the Darien Gap: It  is a remote, dense, and dangerous region that serves as a natural barrier between Central and South America. Spanning approximately 160 kilometers (100 miles), it is located between Panama in Central America and Colombia in South America. The region is […]

Cyber Frauds Surge in India: Key points: Massive Rise in Cyber Frauds: Cyber frauds surged by 900% in four years, with financial losses amounting to ₹33,165 crore, including ₹22,812 crore in 2024. Hotspots Identified: Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities such as Deoghar (Jharkhand), Nuh (Haryana), Mathura (Uttar Pradesh), and others emerged as new cybercrime […]

Why in News? The establishment of a Makhana Board in Bihar was announced in the Union Budget 2025-26 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. This initiative is aimed at promoting the production, processing, and export of makhana (fox nuts), a key agricultural product of Bihar, especially in the Mithila region. The creation of the Makhana Board […]

Why in News? In the Union Budget 2025-26, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the establishment of the Ocean Coordination Mechanism as part of India’s broader efforts to promote sustainable ocean development and strengthen maritime security. Key Features of the Ocean Coordination Mechanism: Centralized Framework: A unified mechanism to coordinate policies, projects, and research related to […]

Why in News? The Gyan Bharatam Mission, introduced in the Union Budget 2025-26 by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, is a landmark initiative aimed at safeguarding India’s vast manuscript heritage. This mission is designed to preserve, document, and integrate the rich intellectual traditions of India with modern knowledge systems, reflecting the government’s commitment to the country’s […]

India Advances Biomedical Research: Ferret Research Facility, GARBH-INi-DRISHTI, and Technology Transfer Agreement Dedication of India’s First Ferret Research Facility: State-of-the-Art Facility: Established at THSTI in Faridabad, adhering to the highest biosafety and research standards. Research Significance: Focused on vaccine development, therapeutic testing, and studying emerging infectious diseases. Pandemic Preparedness: Strengthens India’s ability to combat infectious […]

Why in News?  The Guru-Shishya Parampara Scheme was started by the Ministry of Culture as a sub-scheme of the Kala Sanskriti Vikas Yojana (KSVY).  About the Guru-Shishya Parampara Scheme: The Guru-Shishya Parampara Scheme (Repertory Grant) is a Central Sector Scheme implemented by the Ministry of Culture to promote and preserve India’s traditional performing arts. Objective: […]

Why in News?  Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Union Budget, announced a five-year mission to “facilitate significant improvements in productivity and sustainability of cotton farming, and promote extra-long staple (ELS) cotton varieties.” What is Extra-long Staple Cotton? Cotton is categorized based on fibre length into short, medium, and long staple. In India, […]