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U.S. Sanctioning Act 2026: Impact on India, Russian Oil, Tariffs and Energy Security

U.S. Sanctioning Act 2026: Why in News? The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 has emerged as an important development in global geopolitics and economic statecraft. U.S. President Donald Trump signed the legislation into law on...

Kathakali Festival 2026: Theme, History and Important Facts

The 17th Kathakali Festival 2026 is being organised from 18 to 20 September 2026 at the Bharata Kalakshetra Auditorium in Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai. The festival is organised by the Kalakshetra Foundation under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture, Government of...

Kohat Attack 2026: What Happened in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa?

The Kohat Attack 2026 took place on 18 September 2026 when a suicide car bomb struck a mosque inside a police compound in Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, during Friday prayers. The attack was followed by an armed assault and a...

World Bamboo Day 2026: Date, Theme, History, Significance and Importance of Bamboo

World Bamboo Day 2026 is observed on 18 September every year to raise awareness about bamboo’s environmental, economic and social importance. The day was established by the World Bamboo Organization (WBO) in 2009 and highlights bamboo as a renewable resource...

Pangwala Tribal Community: History, Location, Culture

The Pangwala tribal community of Himachal Pradesh has recently come into focus following a scientific study examining the gut microbiome of people living in the remote Pangi Valley and those who have migrated to urban areas. The study provides an...

Places in News: Sohar Port, Oman-Location, Importance, India Link

ohar Port, Oman is an important topic for UPSC Prelims and Mains 2026. Located on the Gulf of Oman, Sohar Port has gained attention because Oman is promoting it as a gateway for Indian businesses and regional trade. Its location...

Species in News: Cheetah | Project Cheetah, 52 Cheetahs, IUCN Status and Key Facts

Species in News: Cheetah-Why in News? The cheetah is in the news as Project Cheetah completes four years on 17 September 2026. According to the four-year status review, India’s cheetah population has reached 52, including 32 cheetahs born in India....

Quantum Computing: RRI Scientists Demonstrate Single-Shot Operation to Delay Quantum Decoherence

Scientists at the Raman Research Institute (RRI), Bengaluru, have demonstrated a single-shot quantum operation that can delay the loss of fragile quantum states. The work could contribute to efforts to improve the reliability and stability of future quantum computing systems....

Artificial Intelligence in Warfare: How AI Is Changing the Nature of War

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the character of modern warfare. Advances in machine learning, computer vision, autonomous systems, drones and data analytics are allowing militaries to process battlefield information and make decisions at unprecedented speed. The transformation is particularly...

World Ozone Day 2026: Ozone Layer, Montreal Protocol and Kigali Amendment

World Ozone Day 2026 is observed on September 16 to raise awareness about the importance of the ozone layer and global efforts to protect it. The day highlights the role of international environmental cooperation, particularly through the Vienna Convention, Montreal...