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ISRO Successfully Tests CE20 Bootstrap Start Capability Why in the News? ISRO has successfully conducted a bootstrap mode start test on the CE20 cryogenic engine, used in the LVM3 upper stage. The test, done under vacuum conditions at Mahendragiri, is crucial for enabling multiple in-flight engine restarts for future multi-orbit missions. This achievement is as …
Read MoreKarnataka Plans Bill Allowing Online Horse Betting Why in the News? The Karnataka government is set to introduce amendments to the Karnataka Race Courses Licensing Act, 1952 to permit licensed online betting on horse races. The move aligns with practices in other states while Karnataka challenges the Union’s online gambling ban in the Supreme Court. …
Read MoreSC Rejects Seniority Quota for Judicial Promotions Why in the News? The Supreme Court has ruled that length of service cannot justify a separate seniority quota for promoting lower-court judges to the Higher Judicial Service (HJS). The five-judge Constitution Bench held that such a quota would undermine merit and disrupt judicial independence, emphasizing the importance …
Read MoreMichelle Bachelet Awarded Indira Gandhi Peace Prize Why in the News? Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet received the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development 2024 from Sonia Gandhi. The award recognizes her global contributions to human rights, gender equality, and institutional reforms during her leadership in Chile and at the United Nations. Bachelet’s …
Read MoreClimate Transitions and the Rising Global Entropy Trap Syllabus: GS Paper 3: Conservation, Environmental Pollution & Degradation Why in the News? As global leaders prepare for CoP-30 in Brazil, concerns are mounting over the mitigation-first climate model that pressures developing nations to accelerate decarbonisation. The article highlights how poorly sequenced climate transitions are increasing systemic …
Read MoreKarnataka’s Skill Development Policy 2025-2032: A Strategic Move for Economic Growth Karnataka, one of India’s leading states in terms of economic growth, has launched its Skill Development Policy 2025-2032. This policy aims to create a skilled workforce aligned with emerging sectors like AI, blockchain, and green energy, in line with the state’s ambition to become …
Read MoreKarnataka’s Space Technology Policy 2025-2030: A Strategic Push for Investment and Innovation Karnataka has launched its first standalone Space Technology Policy for 2025-2030, targeting US$3 billion in private investment by 2030. The policy aims for 50% of India’s space market by 2033 and 5% of the global space market. This ambitious plan not only focuses …
Read MoreBrazil Advances Demarcation of New Indigenous Territories Why in the News? Brazil has announced the demarcation of 10 new Indigenous territories during the UN climate summit (COP30) in Belem, following protests demanding stronger Indigenous representation. The move aligns with President Lula da Silva’s promise to restore Indigenous rights and strengthen environmental protection, addressing potential human …
Read MoreUNPACKING GLOBAL HAPPINESS RANKINGS Syllabus: GS-2 ● Bilateral, Regional and Global Grouping and agreements involving India. Why in the News? The World Happiness Report 2025 has again ranked Finland as the happiest nation for the eighth consecutive year, while India stands at 118, far below its economic peers. This contrast has sparked renewed debate on …
Read MoreSupreme Court Invalidates Key Tribunal Reform Provisions Why in the News? The Supreme Court has struck down multiple provisions of the Tribunals Reforms Act, 2021, ruling that they undermine judicial independence and violate the separation of powers. The Court restored earlier directions on tenure and service conditions for tribunal members and chairpersons, emphasizing the importance …
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