Current affairs

Sahitya Akademi Award 2025 Winners List: Key Highlights and Categories

The Sahitya Akademi Award 2025 was officially announced on 16 March 2026, recognising outstanding literary works across 24 Indian languages. Presented annually by Sahitya Akademi, this prestigious award celebrates excellence in Indian literature across genres such as poetry, novels, essays,...

Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill 2025: Key Objectives and Significance

Context: The proposed Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhisthan (VBSA) Bill seeks to institutionalise the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. However, it has raised serious concerns regarding federal balance, institutional autonomy, and governance structures in higher education. Viksit Bharat...

Cyclone Maila Intensifies Over Solomon Sea, Set to Threaten Queensland Coast

A powerful tropical system, Cyclone Maila, is rapidly gaining attention across the Pacific as it barrels westward over the Solomon Sea, with forecasters warning of a potential landfall along Australia’s vulnerable northern coastline early next week. What is Cyclone Maila?...

List of Military Exercises of India 2026 (Army, Navy, Air Force): Countries and Locations

India conducts several military exercises annually with countries like the USA, France, Russia, and Japan to enhance defence preparedness and strategic cooperation. This article provides a complete list of military exercises of India (2026), including Army, Navy, and Air Force...

Illegal Sand Mining in National Chambal Sanctuary: Threat to Gharials and River Ecosystem

Context The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of rampant illegal sand mining in the National Chambal Sanctuary, emphasizing the threat to the critically endangered gharials and the river’s lotic ecosystem, labelling the mining mafia as "modern dacoits National...

16th Finance Commission: Key Facts, Functions and Challenges 

Context: The recommendations of the 16th Finance Commission, accepted by the Union government, have raised concerns about the direction of fiscal federalism in India. Although the States’ share in central taxes remains at 41%, underlying changes suggest a move towards...

Species in News for UPSC Prelims 2026: Complete List with Key Facts

Species in News is one of the most important sections for UPSC Prelims Environment & Ecology. Questions are frequently asked about new species discoveries, endangered animals, conservation status, and ecological significance. This article compiles the most important species in the...

Reassessing Transgender Rights in India: Analysis of 2026 Amendment Bill

Context: The passage of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, signifies a pivotal and contentious juncture in the advancement of gender rights in India. Enacted by Parliament on March 25, 2026, notwithstanding significant dissent, including a proposal...

Breaking: US Hits Kharg Island, Will Iran Block Strait of Hormuz Next?

Iran’s critical oil export hub, Kharg Island, has come under fresh strikes in a dramatic escalation of tensions between the United States and Iran. The reported attacks occurred just hours before a final deadline set by US President Donald Trump,...

iGOT Karmayogi: AI Skilling Push by Haryana Signals New Era of Tech-Driven Governance

The iGOT Karmayogi portal, created under Mission Karmayogi, is a technology-driven approach that aims to transform India’s civil services into a competent, citizen-oriented service. The recent focus of the Haryana government on AI-based learning through this portal indicates how AI is increasingly...