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GPT-6 ASTRA RAISES CYBERSECURITY RISKS FOR AUTONOMOUS AI WHY IN THE NEWS? OpenAI has released GPT-6 Astra, a frontier AI model claiming improvements in computer use, coding, cybersecurity and long-running tasks.Astra is the first OpenAI model classified at the “critical” cybersecurity capability level under its Preparedness Framework. ASTRA’S AUTONOMOUS AI AND REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONS: ● End-to-End …
Read MoreFAO FOOD PRICE INDEX RISES AMID GROWING GLOBAL SUPPLY RISKS WHY IN THE NEWS? Global food prices rose in August to their highest level since late 2022, according to the FAO Food Price Index. The increase reflects growing concerns over extreme weather, geopolitical conflicts, disrupted trade routes and agricultural supply risks. Higher prices of cereals, …
Read MoreTEACHERS’ DAY HONOURS EDUCATORS FOR NATION BUILDING CONTRIBUTIONS Why in the News ? On Teachers’ Day, President Droupadi Murmu will confer National Teachers’ Awards in New Delhi, recognising exemplary educators from school and higher education institutions. She emphasised continuous learning, technological adoption, innovative pedagogy, independent thinking and teachers’ role in shaping responsible citizens. Teachers’ Day …
Read MoreA BIT of a reset, with a wider debate Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies and Interventions GS-3 : Liberalisation, Growth & Development Why in the News? India is reportedly revising its 2015 Model Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT), following concerns over limited treaty adoption and inadequate protection for foreign investors. The proposed revision seeks to rebalance investment …
Read MoreTHE GULF IS CALLING AND NEW DELHI MUST LISTEN Syllabus: GS-2: India and neighborhood relations Regional and global groupings and cooperation. Why in the News? Regional Realignment: The reported Mecca Joint Defence Agreement involving Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan signals an emerging security architecture in India’s extended western neighbourhood. Security Vacuum: Changing U.S. engagement in …
Read MoreQUAD SHERPAS ADVANCE ACTION-ORIENTED INDO-PACIFIC COOPERATION Why in the News ? India hosted the Quad Sherpas’ Meeting in New Delhi under Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. The meeting reviewed cooperation in maritime security, emerging technologies, economic security and humanitarian assistance, while preparing for the next Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. Quad Sherpas’ Meeting and Key Areas Strategic …
Read MoreISRO SUCCESSFULLY LAUNCHES EOS-05 EARTH OBSERVATION FROM SRIHARIKOTA Why in the News ? ISRO successfully launched EOS-05, an advanced Earth observation satellite, aboard the GSLV-F17 rocket from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. The satellite was placed into sub-geosynchronous orbit and is expected to strengthen real-time Earth imaging for agriculture and disaster management. EOS-05 Mission and …
Read MorePARLIAMENT FORMS PANEL TO SCRUTINISE FCRA AMENDMENT BILL Why in the News ? The Government has constituted a 31-member Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) to examine the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. The committee, headed by Sanjay Jaiswal, will scrutinise proposed changes aimed at improving transparency and accountability in the use of foreign contributions. Joint …
Read MoreINDIA STRENGTHENS BILATERAL TIES ON NAM SUMMIT SIDELINES Why in the News ? Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju held bilateral meetings with leaders from Saudi Arabia, Serbia and Angola on the sidelines of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit in Belgrade, Serbia. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation, economic engagement and legislative diplomacy. India’s Diplomatic …
Read MoreBeyond Caste and Community: Can India’s Young Demographics Redefine the Ballot? Syllabus: GS – 2 – Election Commission of India, Voter awareness Focus : The article highlights how political parties in India aggressively court Generation Z amid growing unemployment and education concerns. However, despite their massive demographic weight, young voters remain electorally fragmented—unlike traditional voting …
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