Current affairs

World Radio Day 2026: Theme, History, Importance and Future of Radio

World Radio Day 2026: World Radio Day is celebrated every year on 13 February to recognise radio as one of the most trusted and accessible communication tools in the world. Even in the age of smartphones and social media, radio...

Uttar Pradesh Budget Speech 2026–27: Key Highlights, Announcements, Sectoral Focus

The Uttar Pradesh Budget Speech 2026–27 outlines the state government’s development roadmap, focusing on infrastructure development, economic expansion, agricultural modernization, technology adoption, social welfare, and employment generation. The speech emphasizes inclusive development by strengthening law and order, promoting industrial investment,...

Off-Season Tulip Bloom: Causes, Climate Change Impact and Horticulture Science Explained

Context Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST-K) achieved tulip flowering in December using advanced bulb programming and forcing techniques. About Bulb Programming & Forcing Bulb Programming: A technique used to control the timing of flower production by adjusting...

Understanding Gravity: Laws, Theories and Its Role in the Universe

Context Recent advances in space science, astrophysics, black hole imaging, gravitational waves, and satellite navigation have renewed interest in gravity. Classical Theory The Invisible Force That Holds Us Together: Gravity is the force by which all objects with mass attract...

Tamil’s Tryst with Malaysia: History, Migration, Culture and Modern Diaspora Links

Context During his 2026 Malaysia visit, Narendra Modi highlighted Tamil as a shared cultural bond. Tamil Diaspora as a “Living Bridge” PM Modi described the diaspora as a “living bridge” between India and Malaysia. The India–Malaysia Tamil connection began with...

India’s Next-Generation Tsunami Monitoring System: Technology, Early Warning Capabilities

Context The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information and Services (INCOIS) is establishing a ₹300-crore Regional Service Centre (RSC) at Vijaynagar on Swaraj Dweep (Havelock Island) in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. About Regional Service Centre (RSC) at Vijaynagar Nodal...

India–Seychelles Strategic Partnership: Defence Cooperation, Maritime Security and Indo-Pacific Significance

Context India and Seychelles marked a major milestone in their bilateral ties during the State Visit of Seychelles President Patrick Herminie to India, More about the Visit It coincided with 50 years of Seychelles’ independence and five decades of diplomatic...

National Strategy for Financial Inclusion 2025-30 (NSFI)

The Governor of the RBI released the National Strategy for Financial Inclusion 2025-30 (NSFI), which was earlier approved by the Sub-Committee of the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC-SC). NSFI: 2025-30 emphasises a synergistic ecosystem approach, improving the quality and...

Draft Income-tax Rules 2026: Key Proposed Changes, New Compliance Norms and Taxpayer Impact

Context The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has released draft Income-tax Rules and Forms, 2026 to align with the new Income-tax Act, 2025, which will come into force from April 1. The draft has been placed in the public...

Network Readiness Index Report 2025: Global Digital Competitiveness, Rankings and Key Insights

Context India has improved its position by four slots and is now placed at 45th rank as per the Network Readiness Index 2025 (NRI 2025) report. India’s Overall Performance in NRI 2025 Rank: 45th globally (improved by 4 positions from...