Current Affairs 27 June 2025
Content: Ax-4 docking successful, Shukla sets foot in ISS India’s Historic Entry to the ISS Relevance : GS 3(Space ) Mission Highlights Link to Gaganyaan Mission Scientific and Strategic Objectives Global Collaboration National Significance Conclusion Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s successful arrival at the ISS through the Ax-4 mission marks a symbolic and operational leap in […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 27 June 2025
Content : Vaccinating India Global Context Relevance : GS 2(Health) Practice Question : Despite significant progress in immunisation coverage, the high number of zero-dose children in India reflects persistent socio-economic and geographic inequities. Critically examine the factors behind this trend and suggest measures to meet India’s commitments under the WHO’s Immunization Agenda 2030. (15 marks, […]
PIB Summaries 27 June 2025
Content : Sarbananda Sonowal Inaugurates India’s First Maritime NBFC — Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited (SMFCL) Highlights Relevance : GS 3(Infrastructure , Banking) Purpose & Significance Strategic Roles & Functions Impact on Maritime Sector Leaders’ Comments Conclusion MoHUA Rolls Out Mega Monsoon Swachhata Campaign Campaign Overview Relevance : GS 2(Governance ,Health) Key Focus Areas The 6 […]
Static Quiz 27 June 2025 (Ancient History)
New platform helped with faster update of turnout trends
What Is ECINET? Relevance : GS (Elections -Reforms) Key Functional Improvements Impact of ECINET Broader Significance When cities have trees that don’t belong, the birds notice Urban Heat and Biodiversity Decline Relevance : GS 3(Environment and Ecology) Bird Diversity Findings from the Study Tree Cover: Quality Matters More Than Quantity Problems with Tree Plantation Drives What Should […]
Chemotherapy drugs made by Indian firms fail quality tests
Key Findings from the Study Relevance : GS 2(Health , Governance ) Drugs & Manufacturers Under Scrutiny Types of Drug Failures Global Regulatory Gaps India: Major Supplier, Questionable Oversight High Stakes for Patients Larger Implications
Should the method of counting caste change?
Structure of the Upcoming Census (2026–27) Relevance : GS 2(Governance , Social Issues) Why Caste Enumeration? Key Gaps in Existing Census Design Data Quality & Interpretation Issues Household Linkage Problem Missed Analytical Opportunities Need to Make Census Leaner Way Forward for Policy Use
State- and sex-wise liver disease data hint at underlying factors
Rising Burden of Liver Disease in India Relevance : GS 2(Health , Governance) Sex-Based Trends Age-Wise Distribution (2022) State-Level Insights Behavioural Risk Factors Need for More Research Policy & Health System Implications
Enabling voting rights for migrants
Context: Bihar, Migration, and Low Turnout Relevance : GS 2(Elections ,Social Issues) Patterns and Complexity of Migration Challenges in Voting Access for Migrants Proposed Mechanisms and Their Prospects Statutory Holiday + Transport for Intra-State Migrants Postal Ballot System Shifting Constituencies Remote Voting Machines (RVMs) Women Migrants: A Special Case Why a Mixed Approach is Needed Policy […]
Indian astronaut in space after 41-year gap, on mission to ISS
Mission Overview: Axiom-4 Launch Relevance : GS 3(Space , Science) Significance for India’s Space Programme Scientific & Technological Value Strategic & Diplomatic Implications Cost & Policy Dimensions Forward Trajectory for ISRO Conclusion