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Ancient Secunderabad Rock Heritage Faces Encroachment Threat Why in the News ? The Society to Save Rocks has alleged that ancient rock formations in Ammuguda, Secunderabad Cantonment, are being destroyed through blasting activities to facilitate a real estate project, raising concerns over environmental conservation and protection of defence land. Destruction of Ancient Rock Formations Environmental …
Read MorePakistan’s Mass Detention of Afghans Sparks Global Concern Why in the News ? Pakistan has detained over 100,000 Afghans in 2025, according to UNHCR, raising concerns over refugee rights, documentation status, and humanitarian vulnerability. Most arrests occurred in Balochistan and Punjab, prompting international organisations to call for adherence to international refugee protection norms and customary …
Read MoreHuman Rights Outcry Over Balochistan Military Lockdown Why in the News? A military lockdown in Balochistan’s Zehri Tehsil has led to civilian deaths from drone strikes by Pakistani forces. The crisis has drawn international condemnation, highlighting ongoing human rights violations, enforced disappearances, and systemic neglect of the province’s basic needs and freedoms. This situation reflects …
Read MoreGovt Plans Equivalence in OBC Creamy Layer Norms Why in the News ? The Government is working on a proposal to ensure uniformity in creamy layer criteria for OBCs across central/state jobs, PSUs, and universities. This aims to remove anomalies and correct inequities in quota benefits, after consultations with NITI Aayog and NCBC. Current Proposal …
Read MoreSTEALTH FRIGATE INS TAMAL TO BE COMMISSIONED Why in the News? INS Tamal commissioning: The stealth multi-role frigate INS Tamal, part of the Project 1135.6 or Tushil class warships, will be commissioned on July 1 at Kaliningrad, Russia, marking a significant milestone in India’s naval modernisation efforts and defence cooperation with Russia. This commissioning represents …
Read MoreSTRAIT OF HORMUZ CLOSURE: IMPLICATIONS FOR ENERGY MARKETS Why in the News? Iranian motion: Iran’s parliament approved a motion calling for closure of the Strait of Hormuz following US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Global concern: The move threatens a vital energy transit route, raising fears of oil and gas supply disruption globally and for …
Read MoreBUNKER BUSTER BOMBS AND THE BOMBERS THAT DROPPED THEM Why in the News? Historic strike: US B-2 bombers dropped GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators (MOP) on Iranian nuclear sites, marking a significant development in military operations involving bunker buster bombs. Combat debut: This operation marked the first-ever combat use of the 30,000-pound GBU-57, a powerful bunker …
Read MoreRECOGNISING ADIVASI IDENTITY IN CENSUS Syllabus: GS-2: ● Vulnerable Section of society ● Issues related to SCs and STs Why in the News? The gazette notification for the 2027 Census lacks clarity on caste enumeration. More importantly, the long-standing demand of Adivasi communities for recognition of their distinct faiths in the Census remains unaddressed. This …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar, causing widespread destruction in Mandalay and killing at least 144 people. The quake’s impact was felt in Thailand and Northeast India, highlighting the dangers of the Sagaing Fault. Highlights of the Massive Earthquake in Myanmar (Impact and Immediate Effects): A powerful 7.7 magnitude …
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