Current affairs

Supreme Court to Examine Scope of ‘Right to be Forgotten’ (RTBF)

Context The Supreme Court of India stayed a Delhi High Court judgment that directed the removal and de-indexing of accurate news reports concerning an individual who was later discharged in a money laundering case. The apex court will now determine...

Why Iran Matters More Than Venezuela: Energy Security & Global Geopolitics Explained

Context Rising Iran-US conflict matters more for the world economy and geopolitics than similar tensions elsewhere, such as in Venezuela, and energy security lies at the heart of these concerns Iran’s Strategic Importance in Global Energy Major Oil & Gas...

Nuclear Deterrence in 21st Century: Is It Still Relevant After Ukraine War?

Context The rift between NATO allies and the U.S especially over Greenland, has shaken European trust in the U.S. as the ultimate security guarantor. At the same time, the expiry of the New START arms control treaty and the ongoing...

Denotified Tribes and 2027 Census: Demand for Separate Recognition Explained

Context Denotified Tribes, along with nomadic and semi-nomadic communities, are seeking a separate entry in the 2027 caste Census. Their central concern is that being grouped under Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, or Other Backward Classes has hidden their distinct history...

Mummified Cheetahs Found in Saudi Arabia: What It Means for Evolution Studies

Context A groundbreaking study published in January 2026 in the journal Communications Earth & Environment has provided the first physical and genetic evidence of cheetahs inhabiting the Arabian Peninsula over the last 4,000 years. Key Highlights of the Study Location:...

NDMA Disaster Victim Identification Guidelines 2026: Key Features & Importance

Context The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) recently unveiled the "National Disaster Management Guidelines on Comprehensive Disaster Victim Identification and Management."-India’s first-ever Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for managing Mass Fatality Incidents (MFIs). About Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) DVI is a...

Israel Reopens Rafah Border with Egypt: Humanitarian and Political Implications

Context Israel has partially reopened the Rafah border crossing, Gaza’s only crossing point not directly bordering Israel, allowing limited movement of sick and wounded Palestinians into Egypt. Operational Framework of the Reopening Movement is limited mainly to medical cases (around...

Next Phase for Rural Women Entrepreneurship

Context DAY-NRLM has built a nationwide women-led economic network, mobilising ~10 crore households into SHGs that leverage large-scale formal credit and promote income growth through “Lakhpati Didi” initiatives. Why a New Phase (2026–31)?: The next appraisal cycle aims to transition...

UPSC CSE 2026 New Rules: Complete Guide to Reappearance Policy, Service Allocation, Training Exemption

The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 introduces significant rule changes that directly impact candidates already selected in civil services and those planning to reappear after service allocation. These new rules focus on reducing repeated service blocking, improving training utilization,...

Why Are Tribals Protesting in Maharashtra?

Context Thousands of tribal farmers from Palghar and Nashik undertook long marches in January 2026, led by All India Kisan Sabha and CPI(M), to press for long-pending land and livelihood rights in tribal-dominated districts. Core Demands Land Rights under FRA,...