How are we protecting astronauts from deadly space debris?
Why in News ? Relevance GS III – Science & Technology GS II – International Relations What is MMOD? A. Micrometeoroids B. Orbital Debris (Space Junk) Scale of the Problem: Global Data Orbital Debris in Low Earth Orbit (LEO: 200–2,000 km) Distribution Why Space Debris Is So Dangerous Kinetic Energy Reality Directional Risk The Kessler Syndrome: A Systemic Threat […]
On the Right to a Healthy Environment
Why in News ? Relevance GS II (Polity & Governance) GS III (Environment) The Problem Context: Air Pollution as a Rights Issue A. Delhi–NCR Air Quality Reality B. Major Sources of Pollution Particulate Matter (PM) is the single most lethal pollutant. Understanding Particulate Matter (Scientific Basis) Type Size Health Impact PM10 ≤10 microns Enters respiratory tract […]
India tops global doping list for the third consecutive year
Why in News ? Relevance GS II (Governance) GS III (Sports ) What is Doping? India’s Doping Numbers: Key Data (2024) A. Absolute Numbers B. Positivity Rate India’s positivity rate is more than double the next highest country. Global Comparison: Why India Stands Out ? A. Absolute Violations (2024) India exceeds the second-highest country by nearly 3 times. […]
Forests can’t be used for non-forestry purposes: Supreme Court
Why in News ? Relevance GS II (Polity & Governance) GS III (Environment) Legal Background: The Forest (Conservation) Framework What the Supreme Court Held ? Key Constitutional & Jurisprudential Principles Reinforced A. Environmental Rule of Law B. Doctrine of Public Trust C. Sustainable Development Federal Dimension: Centre–State Balance Administrative Lapses Highlighted Implications of the Judgment […]
India New Zealand wind up FTA talks set to boost trade
Why in News ? Relevance India–New Zealand Economic Context Core Trade Architecture of the FTA A. Tariff Liberalisation B. Sensitive Sector Protection (India’s Red Lines) Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal explicitly stated that farmer and dairy interests were fully protected. Mobility & Services: A Strategic Gain for India Investment Dimension: USD 20 Billion Over 15 Years Strategic […]
Current Affairs Quiz 23 December 2025
Q1.Which of the following mountain ranges forms the backbone of New Zealand’s South Island?a) Southern Alpsb) Great Dividing Rangec) Snowy Mountainsd) Canterbury Range Answer: a) Southern Alps Explanation: Q2.Which of the following activities is explicitly classified as a “non-forest purpose” under the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980? Select the correct answer:a) 1 and 2 onlyb) 1, […]
Current Affairs 23 December 2025
Content India, New Zealand wind up FTA talks, set to boost trade Why in News ? Relevance India–New Zealand Economic Context Core Trade Architecture of the FTA A. Tariff Liberalisation B. Sensitive Sector Protection (India’s Red Lines) Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal explicitly stated that farmer and dairy interests were fully protected. Mobility & Services: […]
India – New Zealand FTA: Expanding Trade and Strategic Ties
Why Is It in the News? India and New Zealand have concluded trade negotiations aimed at boosting bilateral trade to $5 billion in the next 5 years. Introduction: The proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) aims to reduce trade barriers, deepen economic engagement, strengthen people-to-people ties and promote investment flows. It comes amid India’s push for […]
Are Consumer Courts in India Failing to Deliver Timely Justice?
Why Is It in the News? Recent reports have highlighted that consumer dispute redressal mechanisms in India are increasingly plagued by delays, backlogs, vacancies and procedural hurdles, turning what was meant to be a system of speedy justice into a prolonged ordeal for consumers. Introduction: Consumer courts in India were established with a simple yet […]
India – Africa Relations: Economic Dimensions
Why Is It in the News? Recent high-level political engagement, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ethiopia on December 16th and 17th,2025 and India’s renewed economic outreach towards Africa, amid global uncertainties, have brought India – Africa economic ties in to focus. Introduction: India – Africa relations have traditionally been rooted in political solidarity […]