Tag Archives: UPSC Current Affairs

The NAI, operating under the Ministry of Culture, serves as the repository for all non-current government records, which are made available for use by administrators and researchers. It is responsible for preserving records of lasting value to the Government of India and is the largest archival collection in South Asia. …

In a recent incident at Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha’s Balasore district, forest officials apprehended a poacher during a confrontation involving gunfire. The poacher’s uncle, however, managed to escape. Overview of Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary Situated in Odisha’s Balasore district, Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary lies within the Eastern Ghats and spans an …

The sixth meeting of the India–Bhutan Joint Group of Customs (JGC) was recently convened in Thimphu, Bhutan. Overview of Bhutan Bhutan is a Himalayan nation without direct access to the sea, sharing borders with India on the south, east, and west, and with China (Tibet Autonomous Region) to the north. …

Nestled in Michigan—a state renowned for its automotive industry—Mackinac Island offers a quiet retreat where cars are prohibited and horse-drawn carriages are a common sight. Overview of Mackinac Island Mackinac Island is both a city and an island situated in northern Michigan, USA. It lies at the northeastern edge of …

A team of scientists from China, the United Kingdom, and the United States has been studying the inner dynamics of Bolivia’s Uturuncu Volcano. Their collaborative research has helped pinpoint the reasons behind the volcano’s ongoing activity, easing concerns about a potential eruption in the near future. Overview of Uturuncu Volcano …

Gavi, the global public-private health partnership, is working to persuade the administration of former President Donald Trump to continue its critical financial contributions. The alliance is highlighting how U.S. support could benefit the domestic vaccine sector. About Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, Gavi …

UPSC Relevance GS-3: Science and Technology (Indian achievements, space technology) GS-2: Governance (development policies) Key Points Dr. K. Kasturirangan, former ISRO Chairman, transformed India’s space program by operationalizing space services for societal benefit. His tenure advanced satellite communication (INSAT), remote sensing (IRS), and lunar exploration (Chandrayaan-I). He shaped the National …

UPSC Relevance GS-2: Social Justice (welfare schemes, protection mechanisms) GS-2: Governance (transparency, accountability, statutory bodies) Key Points Over a dozen annual reports from the National Commissions for Scheduled Castes (NCSC), Scheduled Tribes (NCST), and Other Backward Classes (NCBC) remain unpublished, some for up to seven years. NCSC and NCST haven’t …

UPSC Relevance GS-2: International Relations (India-France bilateral ties) GS-3: Security (defence procurement, national security) Key Points India and France will finalize a ₹63,000 crore deal for 26 Rafale-M jets on April 28, 2025. The deal includes 22 single-seat and four twin-seat jets for aircraft carrier operations. Delivery will begin in …

UPSC Relevance GS-3: Economy (growth, employment, resource mobilization) GS-3: Science and Technology (technological applications) GS-1: Indian Culture (art, literature, cultural heritage) Key Points India’s demographic and technological strengths position it as a potential global media and entertainment (M&E) hub. The World Audio-Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025 in Mumbai aims to …

UPSC Relevance GS-2: Social Justice (health, education, human resources) GS-3: Economy (food security, nutrition) GS-4: Ethics (education for societal well-being) Key Points The UN’s Decade of Action on Nutrition (2016-2025) stresses global efforts to combat malnutrition. Experts advocate embedding nutrition education in school curricula from pre-school onward. This education should …

UPSC Relevance GS-2: International Relations (West Asia crisis, nuclear proliferation, global policies affecting India) Key Points Indirect U.S.-Iran talks, mediated by Oman, aim to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA). The Trump administration’s 2018 withdrawal led Iran to exceed the deal’s nuclear limits. Current negotiations focus on sanctions relief …

UPSC Relevance GS-2: International Relations (India-Pakistan relations, terrorism’s impact) GS-3: Security (cross-border terrorism, internal security)  Key Points India’s Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) adopted firm diplomatic measures against Pakistan post-Pahalgam attack. Actions include canceling Pakistani visas, suspending the Attari-Wagah border check post, and halting engagement until Pakistan addresses terror groups. …

UPSC Relevance GS-2: International Relations (India-Pakistan ties, border management) GS-3: Security (terrorism, internal security, border area management) Key Points Rising tensions along the Line of Control (LoC) due to small arms fire incidents. The Army Chief conducted a security review in Srinagar amid intensified anti-militancy efforts. Security forces effectively countered …

UPSC Relevance GS-3: Environment (biodiversity conservation, species protection) GS-2: Governance (wildlife conservation policies) Key Points Twenty red-crowned roofed turtles were reintroduced into the Ganga River in Uttar Pradesh to bolster conservation efforts. Detailed Insights Native to India, Bangladesh, and Nepal, the turtle is found in the Ganga and Brahmaputra basins. …

UPSC Relevance GS-3: Science and Technology (AI, skill development) GS-2: Economy (employment, technological shifts) Key Points India faces a shortage of Agentic AI professionals amid rising demand for autonomous AI systems capable of decision-making and adaptation. Detailed Insights Agentic AI processes data from multiple sources to analyze challenges, strategize, and …

UPSC Relevance GS-3: Environment (biodiversity restoration, global frameworks) GS-2: International Relations (FAO initiatives) Key Points Launched by the FAO on Earth Day 2025, AIM4NatuRe aims to enhance monitoring of ecosystem restoration using advanced technology and standardized data frameworks. Detailed Insights Supports the Global Biodiversity Framework’s Target 2 to restore 30% …

UPSC Relevance GS-3: Economy (corporate governance, social responsibility) GS-2: Governance (Companies Act, 2013) Key Points CSR spending by listed firms rose 16% to ₹17,967 crore in 2023-24 from ₹15,524 crore in 2022-23, driven by higher profits. HDFC Bank led with ₹945.31 crore, followed by Reliance Industries and TCS. Detailed Insights …

UPSC Relevance GS-2: International Relations (BRICS cooperation, global governance) GS-3: Economy (labour policies, climate change impacts) Key Points The 2025 BRICS Labour & Employment Ministers’ Meeting in Brasilia, under Brazil’s presidency, adopted a declaration on “AI and the Future of Work” and “Climate Change Impacts on Work and Just Transition.” …

UPSC Relevance GS-2: International Relations (India-Pakistan maritime boundary, UNCLOS) GS-3: Geography (continental shelf, maritime zones) Key Points India expanded its continental shelf claim in the Central Arabian Sea by nearly 10,000 sq km, modifying an earlier claim to avoid conflict with Pakistan over Sir Creek. Coastal nations have Exclusive Economic …