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22Apr 2025

Indian Navy Refits Maldivian Ship Under MAHASAGAR Vision

Indian Navy Refits Maldivian Ship Under MAHASAGAR Vision Why in the News ? The Indian Navy completed the refit of the Maldivian Coast Guard Ship MNDF Huravee at Mumbai’s Naval Dockyard. This move highlights India’s maritime partnership with Maldives under its ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and ‘MAHASAGAR’ vision for regional security cooperation. Strengthening Maritime Ties with …

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22Apr 2025

Pope Francis Passes Away, World Mourns His Loss

Pope Francis Passes Away, World Mourns His Loss Why in the News ? Pope Francis, the first Latin American head of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away at 88. Known for his compassion, reforms, and efforts toward global peace, his demise triggered deep mourning worldwide, including India’s declaration of three-day state mourning. India Observes Three-Day …

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22Apr 2025

Vice-President’s Critique Sparks Judicial Accountability Debate

Vice-President’s Critique Sparks Judicial Accountability Debate Why in the News ? Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s comments on judicial transparency, accountability, and power sparked debate. He questioned internal inquiry practices, timelines for Governors’ decisions, and judiciary’s extraordinary powers, urging better balance between democratic principles and judicial independence. Vice-President’s Key Concerns on Judiciary: Criticized the lack of transparency …

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22Apr 2025

ISRO Achieves Second Successful Satellite Docking Experiment

ISRO Achieves Second Successful Satellite Docking Experiment Why in the News ? ISRO successfully completed the second docking of two satellites — SDX01 (Chaser) and SDX02 (Target) — under its Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) mission, marking a crucial step for future human spaceflight, space stations, and sample return missions. Mission Highlights: ISRO conducted the second …

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22Apr 2025

Himalayan Snow Decline Threatens Major River Basins

Himalayan Snow Decline Threatens Major River Basins Why in News ? A new ICIMOD report highlights alarming snow persistence decline across the Hindu Kush Himalayas, risking reduced water flow in the Ganga, Indus, and Brahmaputra basins. This threatens water security, agriculture, hydropower, and livelihoods for nearly two billion people. About the Sharp Decline in Snow …

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22Apr 2025

World’s First Particulate Emissions Market in Gujarat

World’s First Particulate Emissions Market in Gujarat Why in the News ? A recent study has shown that Gujarat’s Surat-based Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) — the world’s first market for trading particulate emissions — has successfully reduced pollution by up to 30% and lowered industrial costs for pollution control since its 2019 launch. Surat-ETS: India’s …

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22Apr 2025

India-China Relations at 75: Strategy Over Sentiment

India-China Relations at 75: Strategy Over Sentiment Syllabus: GS-2: India and its Neighbourhood, Important International Institutions , Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests , International Treaties & Agreements , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Focus: India and China mark 75 years of diplomatic ties, a significant milestone …

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22Apr 2025

A MORAL LEADER OF OUR TIMES

A MORAL LEADER OF OUR TIME Syllabus: GS-3: Issues related to current affairs. Why in the News? Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21, 2025, was a global moral beacon, revered for his relentless advocacy of justice, peace, compassion, and environmental ethics. His bold stances, simplicity, and commitment to interfaith harmony elevated him beyond …

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21Apr 2025

Indian Air Force Participates In UAE Desert Flag-10

Indian Air Force Participates In UAE Desert Flag-10 Why in News ? The Indian Air Force (IAF) has arrived at Al Dhafra Air Base, UAE, to join the multinational Exercise Desert Flag-10. The exercise aims to strengthen combat readiness, operational cooperation, and knowledge sharing with global air forces, starting April 21. Indian Air Force’s Participation: …

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21Apr 2025

BEAT THE HEAT WITH PEOPLE-CENTRIC RESPONSES

Why in the News? On March 15, 2025, several States and cities in India experienced the first severe heatwave of the year. This occurrence was 20 days earlier than the first severe heatwave in 2024, indicating a shift in seasonal patterns. The early onset suggests that India may be heading into another exceptionally warm year …

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