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1. National Critical Mineral Mission (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – Governance – Government initiatives Context The National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) was launched in 2025 to help India become self-reliant in critical minerals. Introduction Importance of Critical Minerals Usage in Clean Energy and Industry Objectives of…

1. Newly identified property of metallo-nanozymes could transform bioenergy and therapeutic applications (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2120104 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Scientists at CSIR-CLRI developed Cu-Phen, a next-generation nanozyme that mimics natural enzymes by safely controlling electron transfer. This can have various applications in energy and medical sector. New Research on Metallo-Nanozymes: 2….

1. New magnetic nanoparticles may help treat Cancer (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2119803 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context A new magnetic system using nanocrystalline cobalt chromite magnetic nanoparticles has been developed to treat cancer via magnetic hyperthermia. Analysis of the news: 2. India launches first Digital Threat Report 2024 to support cybersecurity (Source –…

 1. Release of Publication “Women and Men in India 2024: Selected Indicators and Data” (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2119441 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance,  GS3 – Indian Economy Context The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the 26th edition of its publication titled “Women and Men in India 2024”. “Women and Men in India 2024:…

1. INDIA AS TOP MARITIME NATION (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2118870 ) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure Context India seeks to emerge as a global maritime power by expanding port capacity, promoting green technologies, and enacting key legislative and policy reforms. India’s Strategy to Become a Leading Maritime Power Legal Reforms to Boost Maritime Sector…

1. Lok Sabha Passes the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024 (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2118487 ) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Lok Sabha passed the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024, establishing a legal framework for coastal trade. It aims to enhance maritime transport, reducing congestion on roads and railways. Key Provisions of the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024…

1. Fiscal Health Index 2025 (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2117890 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance,  GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Fiscal Health Index (FHI) by NITI Aayog assesses the financial stability of 18 major Indian states that contribute significantly to the country’s GDP, population, and public finance. Introduction Objectives of the Fiscal Health Index Key Indicators…

1. MEASURES TO IMPROVE INDIA’S GLOBAL RANKING IN TEXTILE MANUFACTURING (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2117114 ) Context The government is implementing various schemes to enhance India’s textile industry, ensuring global competitiveness, farmer support, and sustainability. Government Initiatives to Promote Indian Textiles: Key Schemes and Initiatives Global Branding and Promotion Practice Question:  Discuss the role of government initiatives…

1. EX TIGER TRIUMPH – 25 (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2117042 ) Context The fourth edition of Exercise Tiger Triumph 2025, a bilateral India-US Tri-Service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Exercise, will take place from April 1 to April 13, 2025. Exercise Tiger Triumph 2025: 2. FM to launch “NITI NCAER States Economic Forum” portal on…