Current Affairs 03 December 2025
Content DoT Order to Pre-Install Sanchar Saathi App Why Is It in the News? Relevance GS-II: Governance GS-II: Polity (Fundamental Rights) GS-III: Cybersecurity What is Sanchar Saathi? What Does the New DoT Mandate Require? Why Did Government Push It? (Official Rationale) Concerns Raised (Governance, Legal, Technical) A. Governance Concerns B. Legal and Constitutional Concerns C. […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 03 December 2025
Content A template for security cooperation in the Indian Ocean Why is it in News? Relevance GS 2 – International Relations GS 3 – Internal Security GS 3 – Disaster Management Practice Question What is the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC)? Significance of CSC in the IOR Why CSC Matters Now (2025 Context) ? Key Outcomes/Highlights […]
PIB Summaries 03 December 2025
Content Food Irradiation Why is it in News? Relevance: GS-III: Indian Economy — Agriculture, Food Processing GS-III: Science & Technology — Applications of Radiation What are Processed Foods? Why Food Processing Matters? What is Food Irradiation? Radiation Sources Used Applications in India International Scientific Endorsement Benefits of Food Irradiation Consumer Information & Labelling Government […]
Static Quiz 03 December 2025 (Ancient History)
1. With reference to the Mahajanapadas, consider the following statements: How many of the above statements are correct?(a) Only one(b) Only two(c) All three(d) None Correct Answer: (b)Explanation: 2. Consider the following pairs: Mahajanapada Capital 1. Magadha Rajagriha 2. Avanti Ujjayini 3. Kosala Vaishali How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?(a) Only one(b) […]
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 ?