Current affairs

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...

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...