Current affairs

Nepal’s Election and Its Implications for India: Political Shift, China Factor & Bilateral Relations

Context Nepal’s 2026 general election, held on 5 March 2026, marked a dramatic transformation in the country’s political landscape. About the Election The elections were called after the 2025 Gen-Z protests forced the resignation of Prime Minister P. Sharma Oli...

Raisina Dialogue 2026: Key Highlights, Themes, Global Leaders & India’s Strategic Vision

Context The Raisina Dialogue 2026, India’s flagship conference on geopolitics and geoeconomics, was held in New Delhi from 5–7 March 2026.  The President of Finland served as the Chief Guest and keynote speaker at the Raisina Dialogue 2026. About Raisina...

State of the World’s Migratory Species Report : Key Findings

Context The State of the World’s Migratory Species Report was launched by the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), an environmental treaty under the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Key Global Findings Population Decline: Approximately...

Balancing Innovation with Women’s Digital Safety in the Age of AI

Context Discussions around AI have intensified following the India AI Impact Summit 2026 held in February 2026. As the world marks International Women’s Day on March 8, it is important to ensure that AI development is guided by ethical principles...

Essential Commodities Act, 1955 (ECA): Objectives, Features, and Importance in India

Context In response to an energy crisis triggered by recent geopolitical strikes on Iran, the Centre invoked the Essential Commodities Act (ECA), 1955. About The Essential Commodities Act is a central legislation enacted to control the production, supply, and distribution...

Open Market Operations (OMO): Meaning, Objectives, Types and Role in Monetary Policy

Open Market Operations (OMO) are one of the most important monetary policy tools used by central banks to regulate liquidity and control inflation in an economy. In India, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) conducts OMO by buying or selling...

LNG and LPG Price Determination: Factors, Global Markets and Pricing Mechanism

Context Amidst the ongoing West Asia conflict in March 2026, global crude oil prices have surged by nearly 30%, directly inflating the cost of LNG and LPG. What is it? Price determination for Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) and Liquified Petroleum...

Mineral Resources in Venezuela: Gold, Iron Ore, Bauxite, Diamonds and Critical Minerals

Context Following the removal of the Maduro administration, the U.S. is moving to secure not just oil, but critical minerals essential for high-tech industries and the energy transition. The Orinoco Mining Arc (Arco Minero del Orinoco) This is a strategic...

Mascots for Census 2027 in India: Theme, Meaning, and Significance Explained

Context The upcoming Population Census 2027 in India marks a major shift toward digital data collection. The mascots ‘Pragati’ and ‘Vikas’ were unveiled to promote public awareness and participation in the census process. Mascots for Public Outreach The mascots Pragati...

The Legality of The U.S.-Israel Strikes on Iran

Context S., Israel launches strikes on Iran as a ‘pre-emptive’ response to an imminent threat, raising questions about the legality of the use of force under the UN Charter; a missile strike on a girls’ primary school raises concerns over...