UNEA-7 (United Nations Environment Assembly-7)
Why is it in News? Relevance What is UNEA? UNEA-7 at a Glance Adopted Dropped / Diluted Leadership Transition Analytical Assessment Achievements Shortcomings Global Significance Way Forward Conclusion UNEA-7 adopted 11 resolutions advancing cooperation on minerals, reefs and chemicals, but lingering divisions over deep-sea protection, environmental crime and UNEP’s authority exposed the limits of current […]
India–Oman Free Trade Agreement
Why is it in News? Relevance What is an FTA / CEPA? India–Oman Economic Snapshot Why Oman Matters Strategically for India? Strategic Economic Gains for India Strategic Economic Gains for Oman How This Fits India’s FTA Strategy ? Risks & Challenges Analytical Takeaway Conclusion The India–Oman CEPA aims to deepen trade, investment and energy cooperation […]
Desert Cyclone-II
Why is it in News? Relevance What is DESERT CYCLONE? Objectives of DESERT CYCLONE–II Strategic Significance of UAE for India Why Mechanised Infantry Matters Place in India’s Defence Diplomacy Takeaway Conclusion DESERT CYCLONE–II is a bilateral India–UAE mechanised infantry exercise aimed at enhancing interoperability and strengthening defence cooperation in desert warfare conditions.
KAVACH Anti-Collision System
Why is it in News? Relevance What is KAVACH? What Problems Does KAVACH Address? How Does KAVACH Work? (Core Architecture) KAVACH is a real-time, fail-safe system built on continuous communication. Five Major Components Operational Features Current Implementation Status (as per Govt) Why is KAVACH Considered Strategic? Challenges & Limitations Policy & Governance Angle Conclusion KAVACH is India’s […]
Preah Vihear Temple and Thailand–Cambodia Border Dispute
Why is it in News? Relevance GS II: GS III: Basics: Thailand–Cambodia Border What is the Border Dispute About? Centrality of Preah Vihear Temple
How is the Aravalli range to be protected?
Why is it in News? Relevance What are the Aravalli Hills? Ecological Significance How Do Aravallis Prevent Desertification of the Indo-Gangetic Plain? Problem: Mining & Ecological Degradation Why Was a Uniform Definition Necessary? What Definition Did the SC Settle On? Central Empowered Committee (CEC): Key Recommendations Has the Supreme Court Completely Banned Mining? Government Initiative: […]
Current Affairs Quiz 18 December 2025
Q1. With reference to the Aravalli Hills, consider the following statements: How many of the statements given above are correct?A) Only OneB) Only TwoC) All ThreeD) None Q1. (A)Explanation: Q2. The Preah Vihear Temple, often in news due to the Thailand–Cambodia border dispute, was built under the patronage of which dynasty?A) Sailendra DynastyB) Khmer (Angkor) […]
Current Affairs 18 December 2025
Content How is the Aravalli range to be protected? Why is it in News? Relevance What are the Aravalli Hills? Ecological Significance How Do Aravallis Prevent Desertification of the Indo-Gangetic Plain? Problem: Mining & Ecological Degradation Why Was a Uniform Definition Necessary? What Definition Did the SC Settle On? Central Empowered Committee (CEC): Key Recommendations […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 18 December 2025
Content On quality control orders, a welcome regulatory reset Why is this in News? Relevance : GS III – Economy & Industry GS II – Governance Practice Question : What are Quality Control Orders (QCOs)? Original Rationale Behind QCO Expansion What Went Wrong? 1. One-size-fits-all regulation 2. Manufacturing competitiveness suffered 3. Export & global value […]
PIB Summaries 18 December 2025
Content Department of Space – Year End Review 2025 Strategic Missions & Technology Demonstrations Relevance : GS III – Science & Technology Strategic Missions & Technology Launch Infrastructure & Capacity Expansion Launch Vehicles & Satellites Science, Research & Exploration Indigenous Technology & Manufacturing Industry, Startups & Reforms Space Applications for Society International Cooperation & Diplomacy […]