India's No.1 PU & Degree With Integrated IAS & IPS(UPSC/PSC) Training College.
Protests Erupt Over Mahadayi River Study Findings Why in the News ? A recent scientific study by CSIR-NIO and INCOIS concluded that Karnataka’s Mahadayi river diversion will have limited impact on Goa. This has sparked protests from environmental groups and political parties, citing potential threats to Goa’s ecology and water security. Background of the Dispute: …
Read MoreISRO to Launch EOS-09, Boosts Lunar Ties Why in the News ? ISRO is preparing to launch the PSLV-C61/EOS-09 earth observation satellite on May 19. Concurrently, ISRO and JAXA held a technical meeting in Bengaluru to advance the Chandrayaan-5/LUPEX mission aimed at exploring the lunar south pole. About PSLV-C61 and EOS-09 Launch : ISRO’s 101st …
Read MoreSC Affirms Digital Access As Fundamental Right Why in the News ? The Supreme Court, on April 30, ruled that Article 21 includes the right to digital access, directing the revision of KYC norms to ensure inclusivity for persons with disabilities (PwDs), particularly the visually impaired and acid-attack survivors. Legal Framework and KYC Challenges for …
Read MorePresident Seeks SC View on Bills Timeline Issue Why in the News ? President Droupadi Murmu has invoked Article 143 of the Constitution to seek the Supreme Court’s advisory opinion on whether timelines can be mandated for the President and Governors to act on Bills passed by state legislatures, following the April 8 ruling. Context: …
Read MoreWHY INDIA NEEDS CASTE CENSUS Syllabus: GS-2: Government policies and interventions Vulnerable section of the society Why in the News? The government’s plan to include caste enumeration in the next Census has reignited debates around social justice, data-driven policies, and inclusive governance in India. HISTORICAL DENIAL AND DATA GAP Contradictory start: Post-independence India abolished caste …
Read MoreCONSENSUS ON CASTE CENSUS Syllabus: GS-2: Government policies and interventions Vulnerable section of the society Why in the News? The Union Government recently agreed to conduct a caste census as part of the decadal Census, reflecting political opportunism rather than a commitment to social justice. HISTORY OF MANDAL POLITICS OBC Mobilization: The Mandal Commission empowered …
Read MoreRajamannar Report Revisited Amid Federalism Concerns Why in the News ? Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin has formed a high-level committee to review Centre-State relations, citing concerns over centralisation. This move revives the 1969 Rajamannar Committee’s recommendations on state autonomy, amid ongoing disputes over NEET, GST, and language policy. Key Concerns and Recommendations Criticised Planning …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Ministry of Mines has released guidelines to establish Centres of Excellence under the National Critical Mineral Mission, aiming to boost research and technology in critical minerals essential for clean energy, mobility, electronics, defence, and space sectors. Strengthening Critical Mineral Research: The Ministry of Mines has issued fresh guidelines for …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Union Minister Jitendra Singh praised India’s first indigenous hydrogen-powered sea vessel as a landmark public-private collaboration. The project reflects India’s push for self-reliance in clean energy technology, supported by CSIR’s New Millennium Indian Technology Leadership Initiative (NMITLI). Historic Milestone in Marine Innovation: India unveiled its first indigenously developed hydrogen-powered …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The 6th India-Uzbekistan joint military exercise ‘DUSTLIK-6’ has begun at Pune’s Foreign Training Node. This annual event strengthens defence ties and focuses on sharing tactics for joint sub-conventional operations. The exercise will continue until April 28, 2025. Participating Forces: The Indian contingent includes 60 personnel from the JAT Regiment and …
Read More
