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INS SUDARSHINI LOKAYAN 26 VOYAGE Why in the News? Expedition launch: INS Sudarshini is set to begin a 10-month transoceanic voyage titled Lokayan 26, with environmental clearances obtained for all port visits to ensure compliance with international maritime regulations. Global outreach: The voyage will cover 22,000 nautical miles, visiting 18 ports in 13 countries, promoting …
Read MoreNEW SOLID–LIQUID HYBRID STATE OF MATTER Why in the News? Scientific discovery: Researchers report a new state of matter behaving simultaneously as solid and liquid at the nanoscale. This breakthrough could have implications for environmental impact assessments in future nanotechnology applications, potentially requiring environmental clearances for further development. Published findings: The results appeared in the …
Read MoreTAMIL NADU’S NEW HYBRID PENSION MODEL (TAPS) Why in the News? New scheme announced: The Tamil Nadu government has unveiled the Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS) effective January 1, 2026. Political commitment: The announcement was made by M. K. Stalin amid sustained employee demands for pension security. Hybrid approach: TAPS combines elements of the …
Read MoreHIGH SEAS TREATY AND GLOBAL OCEAN GOVERNANCE Why in the News? Treaty in force: The High Seas Treaty has officially entered into force after ratification by 60 countries. Global coverage: It governs nearly half of Earth’s surface, covering oceans beyond national jurisdictions. Broad support: Ratifications now include major maritime powers like China and Japan. KEY …
Read MoreGIG ECONOMY AND THE LABOUR LAW PARADOX Syllabus: GS-3: ● Indian Economy ● Changes in Industrial Policy Why in the News? A nationwide strike by gig and platform workers on New Year’s Eve revived debates on employment classification in India’s gig economy. Despite rapid platformisation of work, Indian labour laws still treat gig workers as …
Read MoreWHAT US ANNEXATION OF GREENLAND COULD MEAN FOR NATO, RUSSIA Why in the news? US President Donald Trump has renewed claims over Greenland, asserting through a social media post that the US should take over the island. His remarks have reignited global debate on sovereignty, international law, and Arctic geopolitics, including concerns about environmental clearances …
Read MoreSecond Nationwide Dolphin Survey Launched Under Project Dolphin Why in the News? The Union government has launched the second range-wide dolphin population survey under Project Dolphin to reassess the status of riverine and estuarine dolphins across major Indian river systems, supporting updated population estimates and strengthened aquatic biodiversity conservation planning. This survey is conducted in …
Read MoreIndian Navy Training Squadron Arrives at Singapore Why in the News? The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron reached Singapore’s Changi Naval Base as part of its overseas training deployment, reinforcing India–Singapore maritime cooperation and advancing India’s regional vision of MAHASAGAR and cooperative security in the Indian Ocean Region. This deployment also highlights the growing importance …
Read MoreNation Honours NDRF Personnel on Raising Day Why in the News? On the Raising Day of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah lauded the force’s professionalism, sacrifice, and role in disaster preparedness, highlighting its contribution to building a disaster-resilient India and maintaining a pollution-free environment during …
Read MoreNew Microscopic Crustacean Genus Discovered in Lakshadweep Why in the News? Scientists have identified a new genus and species of microscopic crustacean from the Kavaratti lagoon, Lakshadweep. Named Indiaphonte bijoyi, the discovery enriches India’s marine biodiversity record and highlights the ecological importance of meiofauna in aquatic ecosystems. This discovery also underscores the need for stringent …
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