Current affairs

Digital Arrest Scams, Key Measures and Institutional Mechanism

Context: The Government of India, through the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), has directed WhatsApp to introduce new safeguards to curb rising “digital arrest” scams, where fraudsters impersonate law enforcement officials to extort money. What are Digital Arrest Scams? Impersonation...

World Meteorological Day 2026: Theme, History, Significance and Global Importance

World Meteorological Day 2026 is observed on March 23 across the globe to highlight the crucial role of weather, climate, and water in sustaining life on Earth. The day brings attention to the importance of meteorological science in disaster management,...

Water Governance in India, Current Crisis and Solutions

Context: As groundwater depletion reaches critical levels and climate change alters monsoon patterns, a recent analysis proposes a shift in how India manages its most vital resource. Current Crisis of Water Governance in India Supply-Demand Mismatch: Despite being home to...

World Bear Day 2026: Date, Theme, History, Significance and Key Facts

World Bear Day 2026 is observed on March 23 every year to raise awareness about the conservation of bears across the globe. From the Arctic’s polar bears to the tropical forests inhabited by sun bears, this day highlights the urgent...

Shaheed Diwas 2026: History, Significance, Bhagat Singh Quotes, and Inspirational Legacy

Shaheed Diwas 2026, observed on March 23, is a day of immense national importance in India. It commemorates the supreme sacrifice of three young revolutionaries, Bhagat Singh, Shivaram Rajguru, and Sukhdev Thapar, who were executed by British colonial authorities in...

Mahad Satyagraha 1927, History and Significance

Context: March 20, 2026, marks the 99th anniversary of the Mahad Satyagraha About Mahad Satyagraha The Mahad Satyagraha (1927) was a landmark social movement led by B. R. Ambedkar to fight against untouchability and caste discrimination in India. It marked...

Punjab–Rajasthan River Dispute: Ravi–Beas Water Conflict and History

Context: The Punjab Chief Minister reopened a century-old hydrological dispute by demanding ₹1.44 lakh crore from Rajasthan. Punjab’s Argument Rajasthan has been using Punjab’s river water for decades Punjab now seeks royalty/compensation for water usage Claims are based on older...

Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) Framework

Context: Recently, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has introduced ALMM List-III for ingots and wafers, which will come into effect from the 1st of June, 2028. About Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) Framework Approved List of...

RELIEF Scheme, Key Features, Need, Components, and Eligibility Criteria

Context: Recently, the Government of India has approved the RELIEF (Resilience & Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation) scheme to support exporters facing severe maritime disruptions in West Asia. In the face of the Iran war and the resulting blockage of...

World Day for Glaciers 2026: Date, Theme, Significance, Cryosphere Crisis & Global Action

World Day for Glaciers, observed annually on 21 March, highlights the urgent need to address the rapid melting of glaciers and its global consequences. The observance gained momentum after the declaration of 2025 as the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation,...