Google’s new AI finds promising approach for cancer treatment
Why is it in the News? Relevance AI in Drug Discovery C2S-Scale 27B The Problem Traditional Methods vs AI Overview Novel Approach Scientific Validation Technological Significance Medical and Societal Implications Challenges & Next Steps
Russia backs AMCA, offers to make Su-57 jets in India
Why is it in the News? Relevance India-Russia Defence Ties Historical context Strategic significance Overview AMCA and Su-57 Collaboration Geopolitical Implications Technological and Industrial Impact Operational Lessons and Validation Takeaway
Restoring fiscal space for the States
Why is it in the News? Relevance GST and Fiscal Policy GST Introduction: Centre-State Fiscal Relations: Revenue Sharing History: Overview Impact of GST Compensation Cess Merger Erosion of Fiscal Autonomy Structural Issues in State Finances Proposed Solutions for Greater Fiscal Autonomy Comparative Perspective Takeaway
Current Affairs Quiz 17 October 2025
Q1. Assertion (A): The merger of GST compensation cess with regular GST reduces the fiscal autonomy of States.Reason (R): Cess and surcharge earlier gave the Centre additional leverage, and their merger limits States’ ability to retain revenues. (a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A(b) Both A and […]
Current Affairs 17 October 2025
Content Restoring fiscal space for the States Why is it in the News? Relevance GST and Fiscal Policy GST Introduction: Centre-State Fiscal Relations: Revenue Sharing History: Overview Impact of GST Compensation Cess Merger Erosion of Fiscal Autonomy Structural Issues in State Finances Proposed Solutions for Greater Fiscal Autonomy Comparative Perspective Takeaway Russia backs AMCA, offers […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 17 October 2025
Content A reading of a revisionism in constitutional history Why in News ? A section of scholars has recently argued that Sir Benegal Narsing Rau, the Constitutional Adviser to the Constituent Assembly, was the real architect of the Indian Constitution, while Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Chairman of the Drafting Committee, merely refined Rau’s draft. This view […]
PIB Summaries 17 October 2025
Content State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI) 2025 Why in News Relevance: Context About the State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI) Feature Description Launched by Ministry of Mines, Government of India Purpose To assess and rank States on their readiness for mining sector reforms and operational efficiency Coverage Focus on non-coal minerals Structure of Index Comprises indicators […]
Static Quiz 17 October 2025 (Economy)
Q1. Which of the following are included in Current Account of Balance of Payments? (a) 1, 2 and 3 only(b) 1 and 4 only(c) 2, 3 and 4 only(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Correct Answer: (a) 1, 2 and 3 onlyExplanation: Q2. Consider the following: Which of the statements given above are correct?(a) 1 […]
Current Affairs Quiz 16 October 2025
Q1. Which of the following best explains the low conviction rates for crimes against women in West Bengal?(a) High number of false cases and misuse of laws(b) Poor investigation, weak prosecution, and systemic pendency(c) Excessive judicial activism and interference in police cases(d) Political instability and lack of women representation in politics Correct Answer: (b)Explanation: Q2.Statement […]
Current Affairs 16 October 2025
Content Bengal second-lowest in convictions for crimes against women Why in News Relevance : Background Context Statistical Reality: Crime Against Women in West Bengal (NCRB Data 2018–2023) Indicator West Bengal’s Status Rank (India) Trend/Observation Crimes against women (annual average >30,000) Very High Top 4 Consistent since 2018 Acid attack & attempt to acid attack Highest […]