In a major step towards strengthening India’s internal security framework, the Union Home Ministry has proposed the establishment of a Common Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) structure across India. The initiative aims to bring uniformity, coordination and standardised preparedness among state police forces in dealing with terrorism and organised crime. With the nature of terrorism evolving due …
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India is undergoing a major demographic transition — its elderly population (aged 60 and above) is projected to more than double from 100 million in 2011 to 230 million by 2036, accounting for nearly 15% of the total population.By 2036, one in seven Indians will be a senior citizen, marking a significant shift in the …
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India is preparing for the next revolution in telecommunications with the rollout of 6G technology, targeted for 2030. After the successful deployment of 5G in 2022, the Indian government launched the Bharat 6G Vision Document (2023) to position India as a global leader in 6G technology. This vision emphasizes affordability, sustainability, and ubiquitous connectivity, ensuring …
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India’s struggle for independence from British rule was marked by the efforts and sacrifices of numerous freedom fighters, who came from diverse backgrounds and ideologies. Their constant fight, sometimes at the expense of their lives and individual freedom, established the basis of India’s independence on 15 August 1947, and their name lives on to inspire …
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Hero Stones, known as Nāṭukkal in Tamil and Vīragallu in Kannada, are ancient memorial stones erected to honor individuals who laid down their lives in acts of bravery. Unlike royal monuments or temple inscriptions, these stones reflect a grassroots tradition of valor, commemorating common people who sacrificed themselves to protect cattle, land, or their community. …
One of the key topics for the UPSC Civil Services Exam is Indian politics. All three levels of the Civil Services exam have included questions that directly relate to the constitutional framework. This article contains a topic-by-topic table of the curriculum for Indian politics for the UPSC, which may greatly assist you in covering Indian …
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The Chauri Chaura Incident was an important and tragic incident in the Indian freedom struggle that occurred on February 4, 1922, in Chauri Chaura town, which is situated in the Gorakhpur district of today’s Uttar Pradesh. The Chauri Chaura Incident is commonly recalled as a lesson in the limitations of mass mobilisation and the unwavering …
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The ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan have intensified dramatically in recent days, with the latest escalation involving a drone attack targeting Jaisalmer, a critical area in Rajasthan. Pakistani drones, launched late Thursday, attempted to breach Indian airspace, but all drones were successfully neutralized by India’s air defense systems before they could reach their intended …
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Context: In the wake of the Pahalgam terrorist attack, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) has decided to suspend the Indus Water Treaty. India has decided to put the Indus Waters Treaty on hold, as announced by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. The move comes in response to the April 22, 2025, to the recent deadly …
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Context: The Indian National Congress (INC) is holding a special event in Belagavi (formerly Belgaum), Karnataka to mark 100 years of Belagavi Session 1924. About 1924 Belgaum Congress Session It was the 39th Session of the INC and was the only session presided over by Mahatma Gandhi. The session was attended by several senior Congress …
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