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India’s First LNG-Diesel Dual Fuel DEMU Train: A Step Towards Cleaner Railway Transport Syllabus: Linkage (UPSC/State PSC/SSC/Railway Exams) Prelims: Science & Technology – Alternative fuels, LNG technology Environment – Reduction of emissions, cleaner energy transition Indian Railways – Railway modernization initiatives Energy Resources – Natural Gas and LNG Mains: GS Paper III: Infrastructure, Energy Security, …
Read MoreQUAD-AT-SEA SHIP OBSERVER MISSION: Why in the News? India has welcomed the commencement of the QUAD-at-Sea Ship Observer Mission, announced during the 11th Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in New Delhi in May 2026. The mission involves India, Australia, Japan and the United States, with officers from all four countries participating aboard Indian Coast Guard …
Read MoreWESTERN GHATS ECO-SENSITIVE AREAS: KERALA’S DEMAND FOR A FOREST-FOCUSED ESA Why in the News? The Kerala government has urged the Centre to limit the Ecologically Sensitive Area (ESA) in its Western Ghats region to 8,590.69 sq. km of forest areas, excluding populated areas, farmlands and plantations. The State argues that its dense population, extensive forest …
Read MoreSUPREME COURT STRIKES DOWN DISPROPORTIONATE METHANOL RULES WHY IN THE NEWS ? SC Ruling: The Supreme Court struck down Maharashtra’s methanol restrictions on September 18, finding them disproportionate and unconstitutional.Constitutional Rights: The rules were held to violate Articles 14 and 19(1)(g).Hooch Prevention: The Court issued guidelines for stronger licensing, monitoring, transport and enforcement to prevent …
Read MoreWORLD RHINO DAY HIGHLIGHTS GLOBAL RHINO CONSERVATION WHY IN THE NEWS ? Global Awareness: World Rhino Day is being observed worldwide, including India, to highlight conservation challenges facing the five surviving rhinoceros species. Annual Theme: This year’s theme, “Keep the Five Alive,” emphasises habitat protection, anti-poaching measures and prevention of illegal rhino-horn trade. Population Decline: …
Read MoreA MALACCA-SINGAPORE MODEL FOR RESOLVING HORMUZ Syllabus: GS Paper – 2: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests WHY IN THE NEWS ? Strategic Crisis: The ongoing Strait of Hormuz crisis has disrupted global energy and maritime security, reviving debates over cooperative arrangements for reopening critical chokepoints. Historical Parallel: The Malacca-Singapore Straits …
Read MoreWHAT IS ARTICLE 371(K), AND WHAT COULD IT MEAN FOR LADAKH? Why in the News? The Centre has proposed the introduction of a new constitutional provision — Article 371K — for Ladakh. The proposed provision aims to provide special constitutional safeguards to protect Ladakh’s land, culture, environment and local interests. The proposal follows an “in-principle …
Read MoreSUPREME COURT EXAMINES CRIMINALISATION OF MARITAL RAPE WHY IN THE NEWS ? The Supreme Court is examining whether husbands can be prosecuted for marital rape, despite statutory exemption under existing penal law.The Bench recognised the sexual autonomy of married women but questioned whether courts can override an explicit legislative exemption, suggesting that criminalisation may ultimately …
Read MoreRight to Information Act Strengthened Democratic Transparency and Accountability Why in the News ? The Right to Information (RTI) Bill, 2005 remains a landmark legislation that institutionalized citizens’ right to access information, promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance. It replaced the Freedom of Information Act, 2002, becoming a cornerstone of participatory democracy. Key Features of …
Read MoreTHE BAY OF BENGAL AS INDIA’S SHANTI ANCHOR Syllabus: GS-2: India and its neighbourhood relationship Regional and global groupings Why in the News? India has introduced SHANTI (Securing Holistic Advancement through Norms, Trust and Integrity) as a new maritime governance framework while launching its candidature for the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) 2028–29. The initiative …
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