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Why in the News? Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that green energy now constitutes over 42% of India’s total power generation. Speaking at the 32nd Convergence India Expo, he emphasized the government’s focus on alternative fuels, biofuels, and faster transport infrastructure. Government’s Focus on Alternative Energy The government is prioritizing the development of alternative fuels …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Indian Constitution , Elections , Statutory Bodies Focus: With the upcoming 2026 delimitation exercise, concerns have been raised regarding regional power imbalances and communal biases in constituency demarcation. Past experiences in Jammu & Kashmir (2022) and Assam (2023) highlight the risks of unequal representation, administrative inefficiencies, and religious polarization, sparking debates on the …
Read MoreWhy in the News? ECI announcement: The Election Commission of India (ECI) will initiate technical consultations for linking Voter ID (EPIC) with Aadhaar. High-level meeting: The decision was taken in a meeting chaired by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar with officials from UIDAI, Home Ministry, and Legislative Department. Legal considerations: The process will align with …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Successful return: NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore returned to Earth after 286 days in space. Unexpected delay: Originally planned for a shorter stay, their mission was extended due to technical issues with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. SpaceX rescue: The astronauts returned aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon, landing in the Gulf …
Read MoreWhy in the News? UNESCO recognition: The standing stones (menhirs) of Mudumal in Narayanpet, Telangana, have been included in the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Official application: The Indian government forwarded the proposal to UNESCO, highlighting its historical and astronomical significance. Historical and Astronomical Significance Ancient site: The Mudumal menhirs, located on the …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Supreme Court ruling: The SC overturned an NGT order (2022) and a Madras HC decision (2024) halting development in Auroville. Key issue: Lack of environmental clearance cited as a reason for stopping construction. Balancing rights: The judgment emphasized striking a “golden balance” between the right to a clean environment and the …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Rapid surge: Drug abuse cases in Kerala have seen an alarming increase, with over 30,000 cases in 2023, surpassing all other states. Judicial concern: The Kerala High Court warned against the drug mafia’s influence, and the government launched initiatives like ‘Love-a-Thon’ to curb student drug use. Legislative action: The State Assembly …
Read MoreWhy in the News? On March 11, the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) hijacked a train with 400 passengers between Quetta and Sibi, demanding the release of imprisoned insurgents. Pakistan’s military launched a 24-hour operation, resulting in 21 civilian casualties and losses in security forces. Escalating insurgency: Pakistan’s forces faced heavy attacks in multiple regions of …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3: Internal Security India and neighbourhood relations. Why in the News? The 8th Indian Ocean Conference (IOC), held recently in Muscat, highlighted India’s maritime security concerns and role in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). External Affairs Minister Jaishankar emphasized challenges such as the Middle East conflict, Houthi attacks on shipping routes, and Chinese assertiveness …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3: Advancement in the field of Science and technology Space technology. Why in the News? A new study based on Chandrayaan-3’s Vikram lander data suggests that water ice may be more accessible on the Moon than previously believed. The study, conducted by researchers from the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad, provides insights into temperature …
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