Current Affairs 26 April 2025
Content: India, France to finalise ₹63,000-cr. deal for 26 Rafale-M jets on April 28 Context :India and France are set to finalize a ₹63,000-crore deal for 26 Rafale-M fighter jets, scheduled for formal announcement on April 28, 2025. Relevance : GS 2(Governance), GS 3(Defence) Agreement Process: The deal, signed through a government-to-government (G-to-G) agreement, will […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 26 April 2025
Content : Teaching children to eat well must begin in school Global Context and Urgency Relevance : GS 2(Social Issues ,Health, Government Policies ) Practice Question :“While the first 1,000 days are crucial for child nutrition, the next 4,000 days offer a critical second window.” In this context, critically examine the role of schools in […]
PIB Summaries 26 April 2025
Content : DRDO achieves significant milestone in Scramjet Engine Development Context : Technical Achievement Relevance : GS 3(Science and Technology) About Scramjet & Hypersonic Technology What Was Tested Technological Significance Collaborative Effort Strategic & Defence Relevance What’s Next Ramjet vs Scramjet – Comparative Value Addition Feature Ramjet Scramjet Full Form Ram-air jet engine Supersonic Combustion […]
Static Quiz 26 April 2025 (Disaster Management)
Malaria’s Impact on Colonial History
Historical Understanding of Malaria Relevance : GS 2(Heath) ,GS 3(Science) Malaria’s Impact on Colonial History Socio-Economic and Racial Implications Modern Advances & Persistent Challenges Current Global Malaria Burden Dual Legacy of Scientific Discovery
DCGI urged to lay down stringent guidelines on use of new antibiotics
Context Relevance : GS 2(Health ) ,GS 3(Research) Key Concern Gaps in Regulation Expert Appeal AMR Threat Proposed Action Points
Supreme Court to examine concerns on POCSO clause
Context and Background Relevance : GS2 (Governance, Vulnerable Sections, Health). Issue Raised Key Legal Tension Broader Implications
SC gives approval for UGC rules to fight caste-based bias
Context and Background Relevance : GS 2(Social Justice) Supreme Court’s Position Arguments Presented Role of the National Task Force Key Provisions of Draft UGC Regulations (2025) Significance
India to explore options it has ‘never considered’ under Indus Waters Treaty
Background of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) Current Trigger Possible Measures India May Explore India’s Rationale Strategic Implications Challenges and Considerations Conclusion
Is the World Trade Organization still relevant?
Context : Decline in WTO’s Functions and Relevance Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) United States and WTO: Systemic Undermining MFN Principle & Rise of Bilateralism India’s Position and Resistance China’s Entry and Global Trade Impact Structural and Procedural Flaws Conclusion: Is WTO Still Relevant?