UPSC Relevance GS-3: Environment & Ecology – Biodiversity Monitoring GS-3: Science & Tech – AI in Ecological Research GS-2: Governance – Science in Conservation Policy Key Highlights System Overview Name: BatEchoMon (Bat Echolocation Monitoring) Developers: Kadambari Deshpande and Vedant Barje Institution: Long-Term Urban Ecological Observatory, IIHS, Bengaluru Tech: Raspberry Pi, …

UPSC Relevance GS-3: Defence & Security – Indigenous Weaponry, Counter-Drone Tech, Directed Energy Weapons GS-3: Science & Tech – Laser Technology in Defence Key Highlights Tested System Name: Mk-II(A) Laser-Directed Energy Weapon (DEW) Developer: DRDO Test Site: National Open Air Range, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh Capabilities Engages long-range targets, including missiles, …

UPSC Relevance GS-2: International Relations – India-Africa Cooperation, Regional Diplomacy GS-3: Security – Maritime Security, Naval Collaboration, SAGAR Vision Key Highlights AI-KEYME Overview Name: Africa India Key Maritime Engagement Location: Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania First Edition: 2025 Goal: Foster collaborative maritime solutions for regional challenges. Indian Naval Involvement Ships: INS Chennai (destroyer), …

UPSC Relevance GS-3: Agriculture – Indigenous Knowledge, Seed Diversity, MSP Frameworks GS-3: Food Security – Crop Diversification, Sustainable Practices GS-3: Environment – Climate Adaptation, Soil Conservation Key Highlights Decline of Traditional Seeds India’s traditional seed varieties, once vital for food security and biodiversity, are disappearing. Causes include: Market preference for …

UPSC Relevance GS-1: Indian Culture – Buddhist Heritage GS-2: Governance – Religious Freedom, Minority Rights, State’s Role in Temple Management GS-4: Ethics – Balancing Rights and Duties, Religious Coexistence Key Highlights Context The Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, marks the site of Gautama Buddha’s enlightenment. A UNESCO World Heritage …

UPSC Relevance GS-1: Indian Society – Caste Dynamics, Social Reform Initiatives GS-2: Governance – Rights of Marginalized Groups, Civil Society’s Role GS-4: Ethics – Social Equity, Fairness, Reforms in Religious Traditions Key Highlights Historic Social Reform For the first time, the temple’s nalamabalam (inner sanctum area) welcomed all communities. Previously, …