Twin Cyclonic Threats in the North Indian Ocean Region
Why in News ? Relevance: Meteorological Context Technical & Climatic Analysis Comparative Dynamics Feature Cyclone Montha (Bay of Bengal) Arabian Sea Depression Formation Date October 24, 2025 October 22, 2025 Status Severe Cyclonic Storm (SCS) Depression Wind Speed 90–110 km/hr 30–40 km/hr Landfall Forecast Near Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh) Moving towards Gujarat coast SST Influence 30–31°C […]
PM-SHRI Schools Scheme and Kerala’s Policy Reversal
Why in News ? Relevance Background of PM-SHRI Scheme Core Objectives Reasons for Policy Reversal National Context — Other States Policy Implications Criticisms and Challenges
India’s per capita income to cross $5000 by 2031
Why in News ? Relevance Key Data & Projections Indicator 2023 2031 (Projected) Per Capita Income (USD) 2,729 5,242 Share of Upper-Middle Income Households 11% (2010) 24% (2035) Non-essential Spending Share 1950s: <20% Now: ~60% Premium Product Growth 2–3× faster than mass market Top 20% Households Hold ~85% of savings, drive consumption Relevant Keywords Structural […]
Is the Dogri language losing resonance in India?
Why in News Relevance Basic Context Current Issue: Linguistic Extinction Trend Survey Insights (Jammu Region) Findings: Dimensions Policy Dimension Socio-Economic Dimension Generational Dimension Keywords Explained Term Explanation Eighth Schedule List of 22 languages recognized by the Indian Constitution (Article 344(1) & 351) for promotion and representation. Endangered Language A language at risk of falling out […]
SIR 2.0 to begin in 12 States
Why in News? Relevance: Basic Context Key Features of SIR 2.0 (2025) Administrative & Political Context Legal & Constitutional Basis Provision Relevance Article 324 Empowers ECI for conduct and supervision of elections. RPA, 1950 (Sections 14–23) Deals with preparation and revision of electoral rolls. RPA, 1951 Governs conduct of elections, corrupt practices, and disqualification. Article […]
Current Affairs Quiz 28 October 2025

Q1.Consider the following statements: Which of the above statements is/are correct?a) Both 1 and 2b) Neither 1 nor 2c) 1 onlyd) 2 only Correct Answer: (d) 2 onlyExplanation: Q2.Dogri was included in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India by which Amendment Act?a) 101st Amendment, 2016b) 92nd Amendment, 2003c) 97th Amendment, 2011d) 71st Amendment, […]
Current Affairs 28 October 2025

Content SIR 2.0 to begin in 12 States, U.T.s, cover 51 crore voters Why in News? Relevance: Basic Context Key Features of SIR 2.0 (2025) Administrative & Political Context Legal & Constitutional Basis Provision Relevance Article 324 Empowers ECI for conduct and supervision of elections. RPA, 1950 (Sections 14–23) Deals with preparation and revision of […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 28 October 2025

Content A start for North-South carbon market cooperation Context and Background Relevance: Practice Question : The Linkage: What It Means Understanding the Two Systems A. EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) B. India’s Carbon Market (CCTS/ICM) Key Benefits of Linkage Core Challenges and Barriers Structural Weaknesses in ICM Price Disparity Political–Economic Tensions Strategic and Legal […]
PIB Summaries 28 October 2025

Content Building a Viksit Bharat with 6G India’s Transition to 6G Relevance: Understanding 6G: Technical Overview India’s 6G Vision (Released: 22 March 2023) Institutional Architecture Bharat 6G Alliance (B6GA) Key Government Initiatives and Schemes 100 5G Labs Programme Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) Technology Innovation Hub at IIIT Bangalore (under NM-ICPS) India’s Global Outreach and […]
Static Quiz 28 October 2025 (Environment)

Q1. Consider the following statements regarding energy flow in ecosystems: How many of the statements are incorrect? (a) Only one(b) Only two(c) All three(d) None Answer: (a) Only oneExplanation: Q2. Consider the following statements regarding ecological succession: How many statements are correct? (a) Only one(b) Only two(c) All three(d) All four Answer: (d) All fourExplanation: […]