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Philippines ‘retakes’ an island in disputed sea in mock combat Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: The Philippines conducted its first-ever combat exercises in the disputed South China Sea Details: This military exercise involved simulation of retaking of an island in the region, highlighting the Philippines’ determination to assert its sovereignty over […]
India should be part of RCEP and CPTPP: NITI Aayog CEO B.V.R Subrahmanyam Sub: IR Sec: Int groupings Context: V.R. Subrahmanyam, the CEO of NITI Aayog said that India should reconsider its stance and join both RCEP and CPTPP to boost its economic growth, particularly benefiting its Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) […]
India’s First Autonomous Surface Vessel Completes 1,500-km Voyage: A Step Towards Aatmanirbharta in Maritime Technology Sub : Sci Sec: defence Why in News The successful completion of a 1,500-km autonomous sea voyage by an Indian-built vessel, flagged off by Defence Minister, marks a groundbreaking milestone for India in autonomous maritime technology. Supported by […]
RNA Editing: A Safer Alternative to DNA Editing with Promising Therapeutic Applications Sub : Sci Sec: Biotech Why in News RNA editing recently gained significant attention after Wave Life Sciences, a U.S.-based biotechnology firm, became the first company to successfully treat a genetic condition through RNA editing in clinical trials. This achievement marks […]
PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme: Financial Aid for Higher Education Sub: Schemes Sec: Education Why in News The Union Cabinet, recently approved the PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme, a new Central Sector initiative aimed at supporting meritorious students with financial assistance for higher education. This scheme is set to provide collateral-free loans to students, covering their tuition […]
Impact of Trumponomics on India and Global Economy Sub : Eco Sec: External sector Inflation Impact and Fed’s Stance Higher Tariffs and Trade Wars: Trump’s proposed 20% tariff on imports and 200% duties on cars could drive up inflation in the U.S. by raising costs on imported goods. Monetary Policy Shifts: The Federal […]
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) celebrated the completion of 250 years Sub : Sci Sec: defence Context: Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) on Nov 8 celebrated the completion of 250 years. About Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd: Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) is one of India’s leading shipbuilding companies, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It […]
10 tigers traced, officials confirm to DTE after reports of 25 missing felines in Ranthambore cause panic Sub : Env Sec: Protected Area Context: Ten of the 25 tigers recently reported as ‘missing’ from Ranthambore National Park and Tiger Reserve have been located, officials confirmed to Down To Earth (DTE). Fifteen tigers are […]
Iran’s currency falls to an all-time low as Trump clinches presidency Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: The Iranian rial hit an all-time low, trading at 703,000 rials to the U.S. dollar. This sharp depreciation occurred as Donald Trump secured a second term as U.S. President, which has raised concerns over future […]
India’s palm oil imports soar Sub: Eco Sec: External sector Context: In October 2024, India experienced a significant surge in palm oil imports, with the total imports rising by 59% compared to September 2024. The country imported 840,000 metric tons of palm oil in October, marking a three-month high. India buys palm oil […]