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India’s Kaveri Jet Engine Nears Completion for Indigenous UCAVs and Fighter Drones India’s defense innovation landscape is poised for a historic leap as the indigenous Indian jet engine, Kaveri, edges closer to completion. Developed by the GTRE DRDO (Gas Turbine Research Establishment under the Defence Research and Development Organisation), this turbofan engine is expected to …
Read MoreDeputy Speaker Vacancy Raises Constitutional Concerns Why in the News? The Deputy Speaker’s post in Lok Sabha has remained vacant since 2019, raising constitutional and democratic concerns. Despite Article 93 mandating early election, the government has shown reluctance in the election of Deputy Speaker, sparking debates on the erosion of parliamentary norms and Opposition exclusion. …
Read MorePOVERTY DECLINES, GDP GROWTH DRIVES CHANGE Syllabus: GS-3: ● Indian Economy ● Poverty and related issues Why in the News? The recent Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (2022–23) and National Statistical Office (NSO) estimates for 2023–24 indicate a significant reduction in poverty and consumption inequality in India. The poverty rate in India 2022 fell into single …
Read MoreHistoric Inscription Records 1539 Drought Tragedy in Karnataka Why in the News ? A 16th-century inscription discovered near a temple in Haveri district, Karnataka, records the death of 6,307 people due to drought in 1539. This rare epigraphic evidence highlights India’s earliest documented humanitarian crisis caused by a natural calamity. The discovery provides valuable insights …
Read MoreJayant Narlikar: Cosmic Theorist and Science Visionary Why in the News ? Jayant Narlikar (1938–2025), renowned Indian astrophysicist, passed away at 86. He challenged the Big Bang theory, co-developed the steady state model, popularised science, and founded IUCAA, leaving an enduring legacy in theoretical physics, cosmology, and science communication. Narlikar’s contributions to public understanding of …
Read MoreShirui Lily Festival Returns Amid Fragile Peace Why in the News ? After a two-year break due to ethnic conflict between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities, the Shirui Lily Festival 2023 has resumed in Ukhrul, Manipur. This marks the first major tourism event in the state since violence erupted in May 2023. It showcases the resilience …
Read MoreUIDAI Refuses Fingerprint Access of Deceased Individuals Why in the News ? The UIDAI informed the Madras High Court that it cannot provide demographic details of deceased individuals using fingerprints due to legal restrictions under the Aadhaar Act, 2016 and technological limitations, in response to a Tamil Nadu police request. This decision highlights the complex …
Read MoreGovernment Launches Three Digital Food Security Apps Why in the News ? Union Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the Depot Darpan, Anna Mitra, and Anna Sahayata apps in New Delhi. These apps aim to strengthen India’s food security architecture by integrating digital governance, enhancing transparency, and improving efficiency in the public distribution system. This initiative aligns …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The government has yet to decide on extending the deadline for freezing administrative boundaries crucial for the Census, impacting its schedule and subsequent activities. The deadline, originally set to end recently, remains uncertain with no new date announced. Discussions are ongoing to determine the next steps, affecting the timeline for conducting …
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