Current affairs

West Bengal Elections 2026: Phase 1 Polling, Controversies, Dates, Key Issues

The West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 have entered a crucial phase, with Phase 1 voting held on April 23, 2026 amid tight security, political tensions, and allegations of voter intimidation. This election is shaping up to be one of the...

World Earth Day 2026: Theme, History, Significance, Challenges and Government Initiatives

World Earth Day 2026 is observed on April 22 across the globe to promote environmental protection and sustainable living. It is one of the largest civic movements in the world, engaging over one billion people in more than 190 countries....

National Biodiversity Authority (NBA): Role, Functions, Powers and Objectives

The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) approved a landmark series of reforms to streamline Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) funds and modernise the management of biological repositories under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002. NBA plays a crucial role in balancing ecological...

Civil Services Day 2026: Theme, History, Awards, and Significance

What Is Civil Services Day 2026? Civil Services Day 2026 is observed every year on April 21 across India to honour the dedication, integrity, and service of civil servants who form the backbone of Indian governance. It is a day...

Women Representation in Politics: Recent Trends and Challenges

Context: Although India has produced several influential women leaders, overall political participation among women remains low. Recent Trends on Women's Representation in India Union Level Women’s representation in Indian legislatures remains consistently low, rarely crossing 15%. In the Lok Sabha,...

Halal-Certified Products in India: Certification, Labels and Products List

Halal certification is a process that ensures that a food product or ingredient is permissible for consumption according to Islamic law. This includes ensuring that the food does not contain any prohibited ingredients and that it has been prepared in...

Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974: Purpose, Powers and Impact on Global Trade

Context India has responded to two Section 301 investigations launched by the United States on issues of “structural excess capacity” and “forced labour”, defending its trade practices and legal framework. The development assumes significance as the US Treasury Secretary warned...

CAFE 3 Norms in India: Key Features, Targets, Rules and Impact

Context: The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) recently reviewed the proposed Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE)-3 norms for passenger vehicles, which are scheduled to take effect from 2027. The Indian government and the automobile industry reached a broad consensus on the...

India Falls to 6th Largest Economy, Slips Behind UK: IMF Outlook 2026

India Falls to 6th Largest Economy in Global Economy Rankings According to the latest estimates by the International Monetary Fund in its April 2026 World Economic Outlook, India Falls to 6th Largest Economy, falling behind the United Kingdom. India’s nominal...

GPS Spoofing: Meaning, Working, Types, Impacts, and India’s Response

In a world increasingly dependent on satellite-based navigation, the threat of GPS spoofing has emerged as a serious cybersecurity and national security challenge.Recent reports of “severe GPS spoofing” over Delhi’s airspace for seven consecutive days have raised alarms within India’s...