Twinning Rate in India: Study Overview
Why is it in the News? Relevance: Basic Concepts Study Overview Key Findings Public Health Implications Significance Quick Revision
Elephant population dips nearly 18%, Western Ghats remain primary habitat
Why is it in the News? Relevance: Basic Concepts Current Population Overview Reasons for Decline Habitat loss & fragmentation Human-elephant conflict (HEC) Poaching Disruption of breeding grounds Conservation Challenges Significance Quick Revision
How does Gaganyaan’s vital crew escape system work?
Why is it in the News? Relevance: Basic Concepts CES Functionality Types of CES Type Mechanism Example Notes Puller Pulls crew module away from rocket Gaganyaan Uses thrust to extract module; safer integration with solid-fuel boosters Pusher Pushes crew module away using high-thrust engines SpaceX Falcon 9 Compact liquid-fuel engines; suitable for different propulsion tech […]
Cybercrime cases of cheating by personation surge in Karnataka
Why is it in the News? Relevance: Basic Concepts Cybercrime under Section 66D, IT Act 2000 Charge-sheeting & Conviction Rate Key Findings Aspect Observation National Cybercrime Trend Cases rose from 53,000 (2021) → 66,000 (2022) → 86,400 (2023) Karnataka’s Share >25% pre-pandemic in 2019, dipped during 2020–2022, surged in 2023 (>70% of 66D cases) Section […]
Microplastics pollution threatens Goa’s estuarine fisheries
Why is it in the News? Relevance: Basic Concepts 1. Microplastics 2. Bioaccumulation & Trophic Transfer 3. Estuarine Ecosystems Key Findings of the Study Aspect Observation Sample Studied 251 fish across 9 species (finfish and shellfish) from various depths in Mandovi estuary Microplastic Particles Found 4,871 total; 3,369 plastic polymers (19 types) Source of Pollution […]
Current Affairs Quiz 15 October 2025
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the Mandovi River: How many of the above statements are correct?(a) Only One(b) Only Two(c) All Three(d) None Correct Answer: (c) All Three Explanation: Q2. Consider the following statements about Section 66D of the IT Act, 2000: How many of the above statements are correct?(a) Only One(b) Only Two(c) […]
Current Affairs 15 October 2025
Content Microplastics pollution threatens Goa’s estuarine fisheries, human consumers Why is it in the News? Relevance: Basic Concepts 1. Microplastics 2. Bioaccumulation & Trophic Transfer 3. Estuarine Ecosystems Key Findings of the Study Aspect Observation Sample Studied 251 fish across 9 species (finfish and shellfish) from various depths in Mandovi estuary Microplastic Particles Found 4,871 […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 15 October 2025
Content Powering up the Australia-India clean energy partnership Context and Relevance Relevance: Practice Question : Key Themes a) Clean Energy Ambitions b) Vulnerability of the Indo-Pacific c) Critical Supply Chain Risks d) India-Australia Renewable Energy Partnership (REP) e) Comparative Advantages Country Strengths Strategic Role in REP Australia Resource-rich (lithium, cobalt, rare earths), regulatory stability, skilled […]
PIB Summaries 15 October 2025
Content Setting Sail India’s Shipbuilding Revival Context and Background Relevance: Why Shipbuilding Matters Sector Status (as of 2024) Key Reform Pillars (Total Outlay: ₹69,725 crore) Pillar 1: Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (₹24,736 Cr) Impact: Boosts MSMEs, reduces cost asymmetry, and promotes “green ships”. Pillar 2: Maritime Development Fund (₹25,000 Cr) Impact: Mobilizes low-cost capital; aligns […]
Static Quiz 15 October 2025 (Economy)
Q1. With reference to direct and indirect taxes in India, consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above are correct?(a) 1 only(b) 1 and 2 only(c) 2 and 3 only(d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Answer: (b) 1 and 2 onlyExplanation: Q2. Which of the following is an example of a regressive tax […]