Current affairs

NTPC Eyes Imported PWR Tech for Nuclear Fleet

Context: India is accelerating its nuclear energy programme to achieve 100 GWe by 2047, with NTPC planning a major expansion using a mix of indigenous PHWRs and imported PWR technologies. India’s Nuclear Energy Push 100 GWe Target by 2047: India...

India-China Trade Relations, Border Disputes, Related Concerns

Context: India and China have decided to resume border trade through Lipulekh Pass (Uttarakhand) from June 2026 after a 7-year suspension (since 2019–20) due to COVID-19 and border tensions. About Lipulekh Pass Location: Situated in Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, at the tri-junction...

Digital Arrest Scams, Key Measures and Institutional Mechanism

Context: The Government of India, through the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has directed WhatsApp to introduce new safeguards to curb rising “digital arrest” scams, where fraudsters impersonate law enforcement officials to extort money. What are Digital Arrest Scams? Impersonation...

World Meteorological Day 2026: Theme, History, Significance and Global Importance

World Meteorological Day 2026 is observed on March 23 across the globe to highlight the crucial role of weather, climate, and water in sustaining life on Earth. The day brings attention to the importance of meteorological science in disaster management,...

Water Governance in India, Current Crisis and Solutions

Context: As groundwater depletion reaches critical levels and climate change alters monsoon patterns, a recent analysis proposes a shift in how India manages its most vital resource. Current Crisis of Water Governance in India Supply-Demand Mismatch: Despite being home to...

World Bear Day 2026: Date, Theme, History, Significance and Key Facts

World Bear Day 2026 is observed on March 23 every year to raise awareness about the conservation of bears across the globe. From the Arctic’s polar bears to the tropical forests inhabited by sun bears, this day highlights the urgent...

Shaheed Diwas 2026: History, Significance, Bhagat Singh Quotes, and Inspirational Legacy

Shaheed Diwas 2026, observed on March 23, is a day of immense national importance in India. It commemorates the supreme sacrifice of three young revolutionaries, Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar, who were executed by British colonial authorities in...

Mahad Satyagraha 1927, History and Significance

Context: March 20, 2026, marks the 99th anniversary of the Mahad Satyagraha About Mahad Satyagraha The Mahad Satyagraha (1927) was a landmark social movement led by B. R. Ambedkar to fight against untouchability and caste discrimination in India. It marked...

Punjab–Rajasthan River Dispute: Ravi–Beas Water Conflict and History

Context: The Punjab Chief Minister reopened a century-old hydrological dispute by demanding ₹1.44 lakh crore from Rajasthan. Punjab’s Argument Rajasthan has been using Punjab’s river water for decades Punjab now seeks royalty/compensation for water usage Claims are based on older...

Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) Framework

Context: Recently, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has introduced ALMM List-III for ingots and wafers, which will come into effect from the 1st of June, 2028. About Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) Framework Approved List of...