Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (REPMs)
Why is it in News? Relevance GS-3: Economy & Infrastructure GS-3: Science & Technology GS-2: International Relations What are Rare Earth Elements (REEs)? Why Does India Need REPM Manufacturing Now? Massive Import Dependence Rising Domestic Demand Strategic Vulnerability What Does the New ₹7,280-crore REPM Scheme Do? Key Features Outcome Sought India’s Current Position Strengths Weaknesses […]
Why Pollution Affects North Indian Cities More Than South & West
Why is it in News? Relevance GS 1: Urbanisation GS 2: Governance GS 3: Environment What is AQI & Why It Matters? Overall Air Quality Performance North Indian Cities Perform the Worst South & West Indian Cities Perform Better City-Level Variations Why North Is More Polluted: Geographic & Climatic Factors 1. Indo-Gangetic Plain Topography 2. […]
Rising GPS Spoofing Incidents Near Indian Airports
Why is is in News? Relevance GS 1 – Geography GS 2 – Governance / IR GS 3 – Internal Security / Cybersecurity What is GPS Spoofing? What is GNSS Interference? What’s Happening in India? Why is This Dangerous? Direct risks Indirect risks Government & Regulatory Response DGCA AAI DoT/WMO Airlines & Pilots Possible Sources of Spoofing (Experts’ […]
Sanchar Saathi app must be pre-installed on phones
Why is it in News? Relevance GS 2 – Governance GS 3 – Internal Security / Cybersecurity What is Sanchar Saathi? What Has the Government Ordered Now? Why This Mandate? Rising Telecom Security Threats IMEI tampering Cross-border digital fraud Second-hand smartphone black market Cybercrime explosion Technical Layer: IMEI Authentication Push What About Privacy Concerns? Industry Reaction & […]
Can India become self-reliant in REE production?
Why is it in News? Relevance GS 1 – Geography GS 2 – International Relations GS 3 – Science & Tech What are Rare Earth Elements (REEs)? China’s Dominance: Extent and Strategy Why India is Prioritising REEs? Government Moves Toward Self-Reliance New ₹7,280-crore REPM scheme National Critical Mineral Mission (2024–2031) Mining reforms Structural Challenges for India Opportunities India […]
Why does India need bioremediation?
Why Is It in News? Relevance GS 1 – Geography / Environment GS 2 – Governance What Is Bioremediation? Types of Bioremediation Why Does India Need Bioremediation? Where India Stands ? International Experience Opportunities for India Key Risks What India Should Do Next ?
PAN MASALA CESS & HIGHER DUTIES ON TOBACCO PRODUCTS
Why Is This in News? Relevance GS 2 – Governance / Polity GS 3 – Economy / Public Health Basics Key Features of the New Bills A. Health Security Cess Bill, 2025 B. Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025 Rationale Behind the Move Fiscal Rationale Public Health Rationale Governance Rationale Economic & Policy Implications For Centre–State Fiscal Dynamics […]
Is it the end of progress against extreme poverty?
What Is Extreme Poverty? Relevance GS 1 – Society GS 2 – International Relations / Social Justice GS 3 – Economy What Has Happened Since 1990? (Global Background) Why Rapid Decline Is Slowing Now Projections (World Bank + IMF) A. Up to 2030 B. After 2030 C. Geographic shift Why Progress Is Stalling ? How Latin American Countries […]
Current Affairs Quiz 02 December 2025
Q1. Which SDG is most directly linked to monitoring global extreme poverty?a) SDG-8b) SDG-10c) SDG-1d) SDG-4 Answer: c) SDG-1 Explanation: SDG-1 aims to end poverty in all its forms everywhere. It is the primary indicator used to monitor global extreme poverty. Q2. Consider the following statements regarding the Health Security Cess Bill, 2025: Which of […]
Current Affairs 02 December 2025
Content Is it the end of progress against extreme poverty? What Is Extreme Poverty? Relevance GS 1 – Society GS 2 – International Relations / Social Justice GS 3 – Economy What Has Happened Since 1990? (Global Background) Why Rapid Decline Is Slowing Now Projections (World Bank + IMF) A. Up to 2030 B. After […]