1. DRI Seizes Methamphetamine Worth Rs. 7 Crore in Tripura (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), June 3, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3 – Internal Security Context The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) intercepted a significant drug consignment in Tripura. Content Operation Details: On 31 May 2025, DRI, with assistance from the 28 Bn Assam…
1. Lt Gen Dinesh Singh Rana Takes Over as Commander-in-Chief of Andaman & Nicobar Command (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), June 2, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3: Internal Security; GS Paper 2: International Relations Context On June 1, 2025, Lt Gen Dinesh Singh Rana assumed charge as the 18th Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman &…
1. Envoys of Six Nations Present Credentials to the President of India (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 28, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations Context Diplomatic relations are formalized through the presentation of credentials by foreign envoys to the host country’s head of state. Content On May 29, 2025, President Droupadi…
1. Cabinet Approves Continuation of Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for FY 2025-26 (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 28, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3: Agriculture; GS Paper 2: Government Policies Context The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for the fiscal year 2025-26, aiming to support…
1. Coal Imports During FY 2024-25 Drop by 7.9% Compared to FY 2023-24 (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 28, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3 – Energy, Economy, Environment Context India has achieved a significant reduction in coal imports during the fiscal year 2024-25, reflecting efforts towards energy self-sufficiency and economic savings. Content Key…
1. Transforming Conflict Zones: Bastar’s Path to Peace through People-Centric Governance (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 27, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2 – Governance, GS Paper 3 – Internal Security Context The Prime Minister highlighted Bastar’s transformation from an insurgency-prone region to a development-focused area, driven by inclusive governance. Content Background: Bastar was…
1. India-WHO Agreement to Globalize Traditional Medicine Through ICHI Framework (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 26, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations; GS Paper 3 – Science & Technology Context India’s Ministry of Ayush and the World Health Organization (WHO) have signed an agreement to integrate traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda,…
1. 22nd Regional Committee Meeting of World Health Organization South-East Asia Region (SEARO) (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 24, 2025) Topic: GS2: Health, Governance, International Relations Context India hosted the 22nd SEARO Regional Committee Meeting to review health initiatives and set priorities for the South-East Asia Region under the WHO framework. Content The…
1. India Post Payments Bank Partners with Aditya Birla Capital to Simplify Accessibility to Loan Products Across India (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 23, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 2 (Governance), GS Paper 3 (Economy) Context India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) and Aditya Birla Capital Limited (ABCL) have partnered to enhance access to loan…
1. DoT Introduces “Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI)” to Strengthen Cyber Fraud Prevention (Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), May 22, 2025) Topic: GS Paper 3 – Cybersecurity, Financial Sector Reforms Context The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has launched the Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) to combat rising cyber frauds in digital transactions. Content Overview:…
