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India-France Defence Deals Near Finalization Ahead of PM Modi’s Paris Visit Sub : Sci Sec: Defence Why in News Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Paris, to attend the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron. Two major defence deals between India and France, worth over $10 […]
Avian Influenza in Animals Sub : Sci Sec: Health Why in News India has reported its first case of avian influenza (bird flu) among animals. The Union Ministry of Animal Husbandry has issued directives to all states to quarantine infected tigers and other feline species to prevent the transmission of the H5N1 virus […]
South African Court’s Landmark Judgment: Transitioning Away from Coal Sub : Env Sec: Climate change Why in News South Africa’s High Court in Pretoria delivered a landmark judgment by rejecting the government’s plan to expand coal-fired power generation. The court declared the proposal inconsistent with the country’s Constitution, marking a significant victory for […]
Indus Valley Civilization: Script and Continuity with Indian Culture Sub: History Sec: Ancient India Context: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced a $1 Million prize for anyone who can decipher the Indus Valley script. Mr. Stalin said at an event in Chennai to mark the centenary of the discovery of the Indus […]
Why is the Rupee Weakening Against the Dollar? Sub: Eco Sec: External sector Context and Current Status The rupee breached the 85 marks against the U.S. dollar in December 2024, reaching an all-time low of ₹85.81. The currency depreciated by about 3% in 2024, continuing its long-term trend of gradual depreciation. Factors Behind […]
DPDP Rules 2025 Review Sub : Polity Sec: Legislation in news Context: The rules provide guidelines for managing personal data in India, with a focus on safeguarding citizens’ rights. It further gives broad direction for the Industries to prepare for compliance. Key Highlights of the Draft Data Localisation for Significant Data Fiduciary The […]
Cowpea Seeds Sprout in Space Sub: Sci Sec: Space sector Why in News The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted two groundbreaking experiments: Sprouting of cowpea seeds (lobia/thattapayaru) in space. Operation of India’s first robotic arm in space. Cowpea Seed Germination in Space: Experiment Name: CROPS (Compact Research Module for Orbital Plant […]
Rajagopala Chidambaram: A Legacy of Scientific Excellence and Nuclear Prowess Sub : Sci Sec: Nuclear sector Why in News Dr. Rajagopala Chidambaram, a stalwart of India’s nuclear program and former Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission, passed away on January 4, 2025, at Jaslok Hospital in Mumbai. Key Contributions: Chidambaram was instrumental in […]
IT Ministry Notifies Draft Rules on Data Protection Law, Seeks Feedback by Feb. 18 Sub: Polity Sec: Legislation in news Context: The Union government on Friday (January 3, 2025) evening released the draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025 for public feedback, which aim to enforce the provisions of the Digital Personal […]
Explained: India’s emissions inventory & efforts at mitigation Sub : Env Sec: Climate change Why in news: India’s Biennial Update Report (BUR-4), submitted to the UNFCCC. Biennial Update Report (BUR): The Biennial Update Report (BUR) is a report submitted every two years by developing countries under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate […]