Tropical Forests Forever Fund
Why in News ? Relevance: Background: Evolution of COP & Climate Politics Brazil’s Climate Dualism Tropical Forest Forever Fund (Brazil’s Proposal) India’s Strategic Priorities at COP30 (a) Adaptation over Mitigation (b) Finance Delivery (c) Technology & Capacity Building Equity & Ethics in Climate Action 10 Years Since Paris: The Implementation Reckoning Indicator India Brazil Renewable […]
Heavy Metal Contamination in the Cauvery River: Case Study
Why in News ? Relevance: Background: Cauvery River & Its Socio-Ecological Importance Study Overview Key Findings Human Health Implications Ecological Implications Distinguishing Human vs Natural Sources Regional Context Policy and Governance Dimensions Scientific and Policy Significance Broader Environmental Lessons Cauvery River: Physical Geography Basics Origin Course Drainage Basin Major Tributaries Right Bank Tributaries Left Bank […]
Digital Arrest Scams — Supreme Court’s Concern
Why in News ? Relevance: What are “Digital Arrests”? Key Developments Pattern of Crime Wider Implications Way Forward
₹1 Lakh Crore Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme
Why in News ? Relevance: Background Key Announcements ₹1 Lakh Crore RDI Scheme Regulatory & Financial Reforms Expansion of Atal Tinkering Labs Prime Minister’s Research Fellowship (PMRF) Expansion India AI Mission India’s R&D Progress (Data Points) About ESTIC Context & Significance Ethical and Inclusive Innovation Strategic Objectives Significance Challenges Ahead Way Forward
High Seas Treaty
Why in News ? Relevance: Background Key Features of the Treaty Marine Genetic Resources (MGRs) Area-Based Management Tools (ABMTs) & Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) Capacity Building & Technology Transfer Significance Major Issues & Challenges Legal Ambiguity Governance of MGRs Implementation Capacity Financial Mechanisms India’s Relevance & Stand Way Forward
Current Affairs Quiz 04 November 2025
Q1. The “High Seas Treaty” recently in news is primarily related to which of the following?a) International code for maritime security and anti-piracy operationsb) Global agreement on maritime boundary delimitation under UNCLOSc) Legally binding framework for biodiversity conservation beyond national jurisdictiond) Regional pact for sustainable fisheries management within EEZsAnswer: c)Explanation: The High Seas Treaty (BBNJ […]
Current Affairs 04 November 2025
Content High Seas Treaty Why in News ? Relevance: Background Key Features of the Treaty Marine Genetic Resources (MGRs) Area-Based Management Tools (ABMTs) & Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) Capacity Building & Technology Transfer Significance Major Issues & Challenges Legal Ambiguity Governance of MGRs Implementation Capacity Financial Mechanisms India’s Relevance & Stand […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 04 November 2025
Content India’s IT dream is at a crossroads Why in News ? Relevance Practice Question : India’s IT Sector: A Pillar of Economic Transformation The Structural Shift – Why the Crisis Now? Automation & Artificial Intelligence Global Economic Tightening Visa & Policy Barriers Skill Mismatch Quantitative Snapshot (2025) Parameter Data / Trend GDP Contribution ~7% […]
PIB Summaries 04 November 2025
Content Sustaining Life, Celebrating Nature: India’s Biosphere Reserves Why in News? Relevance GS-3 (Environment & Ecology):• Biodiversity conservation and sustainable livelihoods under UNESCO’s MAB Programme.• India’s leadership in forest gain and climate-resilient ecosystem management.• Integration of conservation with carbon sinks and ecosystem services. Concept and Global Context Global Snapshot (UNESCO 2025): UNESCO’s Man and the […]
Static Quiz 04 November 2025 (Art & Culture)
Q1. Consider the following statements Which of the statements is/are correct?a) 1 onlyb) 2 onlyc) Bothd) None Correct Answer: (b) 2 only Explanation: Q2. The Great Stupa at Sanchi is located near which ancient city that served as a political centre of the Mauryas?a) Rajgirb) Ujjainc) Vidishad) Pataliputra Correct Answer: (c) Vidisha Explanation: Q3.Which of […]