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18May 2026

SMILE Mission: Decoding Solar Storm Threats

SMILE Mission To Decode Dangerous Solar Storms Why in the News ? A joint mission by the European Space Agency and the Chinese Academy of Sciences is set to launch the SMILE spacecraft to study how Earth’s magnetic shield protects the planet from intense solar winds and harmful space weather events. SMILE Mission and Scientific …

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18May 2026

Supreme Court Expansion for Faster Justice

Supreme Court Expansion Aims Faster Justice Delivery Why in the News ? The Union government has promulgated the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Ordinance, 2026, increasing the sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court from 33 to 37 judges (excluding the Chief Justice of India) to address rising pendency and improve judicial efficiency. Judicial Expansion …

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18May 2026

WHO Declares Congo Ebola Global Emergency

WHO Declares Congo Ebola Outbreak Global Emergency Why in the News ? The World Health Organization has declared the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of the Congo and neighbouring Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) following rising infections, deaths, and fears of wider international spread. Ebola Outbreak and WHO Response The …

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18May 2026

Green Digital Infrastructure Policy

A GREEN MANDATE FOR DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE Syllabus: GS 3: Digital India. Infrastructure and development. Sustainable development. Why in the News? India’s rapidly expanding digital economy, rising data centre infrastructure, and the growing energy demands of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies have intensified concerns regarding the environmental sustainability of digital infrastructure and green computing …

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18May 2026

India–Nordic Ties in the Arctic Order

Reimagining India–Nordic Relations in a Changing Arctic Order Syllabus: GS – 2 – Foreign policy of India, Vasudhev Kutumbkam Focus : The Oslo Summit represents India’s growing strategic focus on Northern Europe and the Arctic. Changing Arctic geopolitics, the Russia–Ukraine conflict, and emerging competition over shipping routes, energy resources, and critical minerals have increased the …

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15May 2026

Patent Filings Surge in Electronics Sector

PATENT FILINGS SURGE IN ELECTRONICS AND IT SECTOR Why in the News? Patent Growth: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology reported a 52% rise in patent filings in the Electronics and IT sector during FY 2025-26. Innovation Push: MeitY launched the IP Catalyst and a digital platform to accelerate commercialization of intellectual property. Conference Theme: …

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15May 2026

ED Searches Zygarde Technologies in FEMA Case

ED SEARCHES IN ZYGARDE TECHNOLOGIES FEMA CASE Why in the News? ED Investigation: Enforcement Directorate conducted searches in the Zygarde Technologies Private Limited case under FEMA provisions. Multiple Searches: Raids were carried out at premises linked to 14 individuals and entities connected with the investigation. Alleged Violations: The company allegedly routed funds abroad through online …

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15May 2026

India’s WPI Inflation Hits 42-Month High

INDIA’S WPI INFLATION RISES TO 42-MONTH HIGH Why in the News? Inflation Surge: India’s Wholesale Price Index (WPI)-based inflation rose to 3% in April 2026, the highest in 42 months. Sharp Increase: WPI inflation increased significantly from 88% in March 2026 due to rising input costs. Major Drivers: Higher prices of fuel, crude oil, natural …

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15May 2026

Cabinet Approves Coal Gasification Package

CABINET APPROVES COAL GASIFICATION PACKAGE Why in the News? Cabinet Approval: The Union Cabinet approved a ₹37,500-crore package to promote coal gasification projects in India. Import Reduction: The scheme aims to reduce dependence on imports of LNG, urea, methanol, ammonia, and coking coal. 2030 Target: India targets gasification of 100 million tonnes of coal by …

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15May 2026

India’s First Alzheimer’s Therapy Approved

INDIA’S FIRST ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE-MODIFYING THERAPY Why in the News? Drug Launch: Eli Lilly launched donanemab in India under the brand name Lormalzi for Alzheimer’s treatment. First Therapy: It is the first Alzheimer’s disease-modifying therapy commercially launched in India for early-stage patients. High Cost: The treatment costs around ₹91,688 per dose and requires monthly infusions for …

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