Current affairs

Ecological Droughts in India: Causes, Impacts, and the Way Forward

India’s forests, croplands, and river basins are facing a silent but growing climate crisis — ecological droughts. Unlike conventional droughts that affect humans directly, ecological droughts weaken the natural systems that sustain life — forests, crops, soil, and biodiversity. A...

Elderly in India: Population, Challenges and Govt Initiatives (2025)

India is undergoing a major demographic transition — its elderly population (aged 60 and above) is projected to more than double from 100 million in 2011 to 230 million by 2036, accounting for nearly 15% of the total population.By 2036,...

Multilateralism After the UN: The Future of Global Governance in a Multipolar World

The world today stands at a crucial crossroads. As the United Nations (UN) completes 80 years of its existence, debates around its relevance, effectiveness, and legitimacy have grown louder. The UN, established in 1945 after World War II, was envisioned...

India–U.S. 10-Year Defence Partnership Framework

Context India and the United States signed a landmark 10-year “Framework for the U.S.–India Major Defence Partnership” during the 12th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Key Highlights of the Framework Policy Direction: Establishes an overarching vision...

UNEP Adaptation Gap Report 2025: Running on Empty — Rising Costs, Falling Finance

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has released its Adaptation Gap Report 2025, titled “Running on Empty”, highlighting a growing divide between climate adaptation needs and available financing, especially for developing nations. As global temperatures continue to rise and climate...

National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC): Structure, Role, and Recent Cyclone Montha Review

The National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC) plays a vital role in coordinating India’s emergency response during major natural and man-made disasters.Chaired by the Cabinet Secretary, NCMC ensures effective inter-ministerial coordination, resource mobilization, and quick decision-making to minimize loss of life...

APEDA Facilitates First-Ever Air Shipment of GI-Tagged Indi and Puliyankudi Limes to the United Kingdom

In a remarkable boost to India’s agricultural exports, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has facilitated the first-ever international air shipment of GI-tagged Indi Lime from Karnataka and Puliyankudi...

India’s Initiative to Introduce AI in Early Education: A Step Towards Future-Ready Learning

In a major educational reform, the Ministry of Education has announced that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will become part of the school curriculum from Class 3 onwards starting in the 2026–27 academic year. This initiative aims to prepare young learners for...

20th East Asia Summit 2025: Leaders Reaffirm Multilateralism and Collective Action for Global Peace

The 20th East Asia Summit (EAS) was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on October 28, 2025, marking the 20th anniversary of the forum’s inception. Leaders from 18 member countries reaffirmed their commitment to multilateralism, international law, and the UN Charter,...

Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS): Meaning, Mechanism, and Importance

Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) is a crucial concept under the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the Nagoya Protocol (2010). It ensures that the benefits arising from the use of genetic resources and traditional knowledge are fairly and equitably...