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Indian Navy Commissions INS Nipun for Underwater Operations Why in the News ? The Indian Navy commissioned INS Nipun, the second Diving Support Vessel (DSV) of the Nistar-class, at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai. The indigenously built vessel will strengthen specialised underwater capabilities, including diving operations and submarine rescue, particularly under the Western Naval Command. INS Nipun: …
Read MoreNASA Launches Roman Telescope to Probe Cosmic Mysteries Why in the News ? NASA has launched the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope from Florida to investigate major questions about the universe. The infrared observatory will conduct wide-field surveys, study dark energy, and search for distant galaxies, exoplanets and planet-forming systems. Roman Telescope: Features and Mission …
Read MoreAditya-L1 Study Reveals Clues Before Solar Flares Why in the News ? A study involving ISRO, Manipal researchers and other scientists has identified small, short-lived brightening events that occur hours before major solar flares. Data from Aditya-L1 could improve understanding of flare formation and advance space-weather forecasting capabilities. Pre-Flare Signals Detected by Aditya-L1 …
Read MoreIndia Mandates One Standard Time for Official Use Why in the News ? The Union Government has notified the Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time) Rules, 2026, making Indian Standard Time (IST) the common time reference for legal, administrative, commercial and official purposes. The rules will take effect after a 180-day compliance period. Uniform IST for …
Read MoreAdiVaani Brings Tribal Languages Into India’s Digital Future Why in the News ? The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, in collaboration with IIT Delhi, has developed AdiVaani, an AI-powered language platform to bring tribal languages into the digital ecosystem. It aims to make government services, healthcare, education and other digital resources accessible in communities’ own languages. …
Read MoreNEXA 2026: Welcoming New Beginnings at Universal Universal School of Administration is delighted to welcome its new students through NEXA 2026 – Freshers’ Day. The event marks the beginning of a new academic journey filled with new friendships, ideas, goals and opportunities. The program will be presided over by Shri R. Upendra Shetty, Chairman, Universal …
Read MoreWHY 543 SHOULD REMAIN 543 Syllabus: GS-2: India Constitution Elections Statutory Bodies Why in the News? Parliamentary Uncertainty: The Monsoon Session was adjourned sine die on August 13, 2026, but Parliament has not yet been formally prorogued, prompting speculation about reconvening. Delimitation Debate: A possible …
Read MorePRIP SCHEME: BOOSTING INDIA’S PHARMA AND MEDTECH INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM Why in the News? The Department of Pharmaceuticals has announced the second call for applications under the Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma & MedTech (PRIP) Scheme, with a total financial outlay of ₹5,000 crore. The scheme seeks to strengthen India’s domestic R&D, innovation, commercialisation …
Read MoreWHO DECLARES UGANDA EBOLA-FREE AFTER 42 DAYS WITHOUT A NEW CASE Why in the News? The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially declared Uganda free of Ebola after the country completed 42 days without recording a new case. The milestone reflects successful outbreak-control measures and highlights the importance of surveillance, rapid response and coordinated public-health …
Read MoreMAHATMA AYYANKALI: SOCIAL REFORMER AND CHAMPION OF SOCIAL JUSTICE Why in the News? Defence Minister Rajnath Singh paid tribute to social reformer Mahatma Ayyankali on his birth anniversary, highlighting his lifelong struggle against social discrimination, caste-based oppression and inequality. Ayyankali’s reform movements in Kerala played an important role in advancing dignity, education and social rights …
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