Current affairs

Prambanan Temple: History, Architecture, and India-Indonesia Conservation Initiative

The Prambanan Temple, the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia, has once again gained international attention after the Prime Minister of India and the Indonesian President jointly inaugurated an international conservation and restoration project at the historic temple complex. The...

Changpa Tribe: Lifestyle, Culture, Pashmina Economy, Changthang Region & UPSC Notes

The Changpa Tribe is one of the most unique pastoral communities inhabiting the cold desert of the Changthang Plateau in eastern Ladakh. Known for rearing the famous Pashmina (Cashmere) goats, the Changpas have preserved a centuries-old nomadic lifestyle despite the...

Defence Acquisition Council (DAC): Latest Approvals, Functions, Composition and Significance for UPSC

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved capital acquisition proposals for several advanced weapon systems, strengthening India's defence preparedness and promoting indigenous military capabilities. The latest approvals include the AKASH TARANG Electronic Warfare System, Medium Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MR-SAM), and...

India’s Fisheries Sector: Challenges, Importance & Sustainable Way Forward

Context The Government's recent assessment, based on the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), reports that 91.1% of India's assessed marine fish stocks are sustainable. Why is India's Fisheries Sector Important? Ensuring Food and Nutritional Security: Fisheries provide an affordable...

16th India–Japan Summit 2026: Key Outcomes, Agreements and Strategic Significance

The 16th India–Japan Annual Summit marked another milestone in the Special Strategic and Global Partnership between India and Japan. During the summit, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited India and held high-level discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on strengthening...

Policy Architecture for India’s Energy Future: Challenges, Need, Way Forward and INSA Policy Brief

Context The Indian National Science Academy (INSA), through its Centre for Science, Technology, Innovation and Policy (CSTIP), has released a policy brief calling for the adoption of a unified national energy policy framework to strengthen India's energy governance and support...

International Day of Cooperatives 2026: Date, Theme, History and Significance

The International Day of Cooperatives 2026 will be observed on Saturday, 4 July 2026, under the official theme "Cooperatives for a Peaceful World." Celebrated annually on the first Saturday of July, the day recognizes the invaluable contribution of cooperatives in...

Reimagining India’s PPP Model: Capital Circulation & Reforms

Context India's aspiration to become a developed economy by 2047 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2070 demands massive infrastructure investment. While first-generation PPPs expanded infrastructure, their financing model proved unsustainable. Hence, India needs a second-generation PPP framework based on capital...

Telecommunications Act 2023 and Authorisation Rules 2026 Explained

Context The Government has notified the Telecommunications (Authorisation) Rules, 2026, operationalising the Telecommunications Act, 2023 through a new authorisation-based regulatory framework. Highlights of the Telecommunications (Authorisation) Rules, 2026 Authorisation Regime: Replaces the legacy licence-based framework under the Indian Telegraph Act,...

Why India Has Stopped WhatsApp Username Rollout? Centre Seeks Explanation from Meta

The Government of India has asked Meta to temporarily pause the rollout of WhatsApp's Username feature in the country and submit a detailed explanation within three days. The decision comes amid concerns that the new identity system could be exploited...