PIB Summaries 18 November 2025

Content DPDP Rules, 2025 Notified Why in News? Relevance : GS2 (Governance) GS2 (Polity & Law) GS3 (Cybersecurity) Basics: DPDP Act, 2023 – Foundation Why DPDP Rules, 2025 Were Needed Key Features of DPDP Rules, 2025 A. Phased Implementation B. Personal Data Breach Protocols C. Transparency & Accountability Requirements D. Strengthening Rights of Data Principals […]
PIB Summaries 17 November 2025

Content Electronics Development Fund Why in News? Relevance : GS-III: Economy & S&T GS-III: Government Policies GS-II/III: Development & Security What is the Electronics Development Fund (EDF)? Strategic Objectives (Conceptual Foundation) Operational Framework (How EDF Works) Performance & Achievements (Data-Driven Analysis) Financial Footprint Startup-Level Outcomes Priority Sectors Supported Overview Relevance to Electronics Manufacturing & Digital […]
PIB Summaries 15 November 2025

Content Janjatiya Gaurav Divas Why in News? Relevance : GS1 – Modern Indian History GS1 – Indian Society GS2 – Governance Basics Birsa Munda – Quick Facts Significance of Janjatiya Gaurav Divas Tribal Freedom Fighters’ Museum Initiative Key Museums & Freedom Fighters A. Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial, Raipur B. Birsa Munda Museum, Ranchi C. […]
PIB Summaries 14 November 2025

Content BOTSWANA GIFTS INDIA EIGHT CHEETAHS FOR NEXT PHASE OF PROJECT CHEETAH Why in News? Relevance GS 3 – Environment, Biodiversity & Conservation GS 2 – International Relations The Event Importance for Project Cheetah India–Botswana Wildlife Diplomacy High-Level Bilateral Engagements Core Themes Discussed India–Botswana Relations (Strategic Context) President’s Address to Indian Community Key Points Diplomatic […]
PIB Summaries 13 November 2025

Content Unlocking India’s Green Hydrogen Production Potential Why in News ? Relevance : GS 3 – Environment, Energy, Infrastructure Understanding Green Hydrogen Type Source Energy Emissions Example Grey Hydrogen Natural gas (steam methane reforming) High CO₂ Current majority of hydrogen production Blue Hydrogen Fossil fuels + Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) Moderate Transitional fuel Green […]
PIB Summaries 12 November 2025

Content Redefining India’s Highways Why in News ? Relevance Context and Scale Digital Tolling Revolution a) FASTag & NETC System b) Revised Tolling Rules (Nov 2025) c) Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Tolling Rajmargyatra App — Citizen-Centric Highway Interface NHAI One — Internal Digital Backbone GIS & PM Gati Shakti Integration Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) a) […]
PIB Summaries 11 November 2025

Content Proactive Measures taken by CAQM to contain Air Pollution Why in News ? Relevance • GS 3 (Environment): Air pollution control, Environmental governance, and statutory mechanisms (CAQM, GRAP, NCAP). • GS 2 (Governance): Inter-governmental coordination, Centre–State relations in environmental regulation, policy implementation challenges. • GS 3 (Science & Tech): Role of technology in pollution […]
PIB Summaries 10 November 2025

Content Understanding Mental Health Why in News? Relevance• GS 2 (Governance): Government Policies & Implementation Issues in Public Health; Institutional Mechanisms (NMHP, Tele MANAS).• GS 2 (Social Justice): Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections; Inclusive Growth and Social Security through Mental Health Integration.• GS 4 (Ethics): Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, and Compassion in Public Administration. Understanding Mental […]
PIB Summaries 08 November 2025

Content National Social Assistance Programme Why in News ? Relevance Background Objectives Components (Five Sub-Schemes) Sub-Scheme Beneficiaries Central Assistance Key Details Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS) Elderly (60+) BPL ₹200/month (60–79 yrs), ₹500 (80+ yrs) States may add top-up (₹50–₹5700); avg ₹1100/month Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (IGNWPS) Widows (40–79 yrs) […]
PIB Summaries 07 November 2025

Content 150 Years of Vande Mataram Why in News ? Relevance GS-1 (History & Culture): Basic Facts Historical Context Composed during British colonial rule, the song personified India as the Mother Goddess, invoking divine reverence and national pride. Initially a literary expression, it evolved into a political and spiritual anthem during the anti-colonial struggle. The […]