Current Affairs

Black Hole LID-568

Context: An international team of researchers using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and the Chandra X-ray Observatory discovered a...

Bailing out a PSU

Context: The Union Cabinet approved a ₹11,440 crore package to revive the struggling Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), operator of...

U.S.’s New Rule for Exporting AI Chips

Context: To enhance control over the distribution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) chips and technology, the U.S. Bureau of Industry and...

Achievements of National Health Mission

Context: The National Health Mission (NHM) has emerged as a cornerstone of India’s public health advancements, contributing significantly to reducing...

India’s DPI Globalisation Drive 

Context: India, during its G20 presidency, placed a significant emphasis on Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) as a cornerstone for inclusive...

China’s Critical Minerals Export Control Moves 

Context: Recently, China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) expanded its export control list to include 28 entities from the United States....

India – Bangladesh Mutual Exchange of Arrested Fishermen

Context: After six months of tense relations, India and Bangladesh have started the new year on a positive note by...

US-led Connectivity Initiatives under Trump 2.0

Context: As Donald Trump returns to the White House, his administration’s foreign policy, particularly in the realm of international connectivity...

Dispute over Indus Water Treaty

Context: The World Bank-appointed Neutral Expert, Michel Lino, has affirmed his authority to address India and Pakistan’s differences over the...

Global Food Insecurity 

Context: Food insecurity and mental health issues create a syndemic, where their interaction exacerbates negative outcomes, especially among vulnerable populations....

India’s BrahMos Missile Exports: Strengthening Defence Diplomacy in Southeast Asia

Context: India’s BrahMos missile exports mark a significant stride in its ambition to emerge as a global arms exporter and...

Seizing U.S.-India nuclear deal under Trump Administration 

Context: The 2008 U.S.-India civil nuclear deal allowed India to access advanced nuclear technology while supporting global non-proliferation goals. However,...

Diamond Imprest Authorisation (DIA) Scheme

Context: The Department of Commerce, Government of India, has launched the Diamond Imprest Authorisation (DIA) Scheme on January 21, 2025,...

Snake Venom and Antivenoms

Context: India records an estimated 58,000 deaths annually due to venomous snakebites, making it the ‘snakebite capital’ of the world....

WEF Global Risks Report 2025

Context: India faces a critical challenge as water supply shortages emerge as the most severe risk confronting the country over...