Current affairs

Axiom 4 Mission: India’s Step Towards New Horizons in Space

India marked a historic moment in space exploration as Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla embarked on the Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS), making him the second Indian to travel to space after Rakesh Sharma’s legendary 1984 flight. On...

Ambubachi Mela 2025: Dates, Rituals, Significance, and Complete Guide

Ambubachi Mela 2025 is set to be held from June 22 to June 26, 2025, at the sacred Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, Assam. Known as the "Mahakumbh of the East," this one-of-a-kind spiritual event honours the menstrual cycle of the Goddess Kamakhya,...

Jahnavi Dangeti: First Indian to Complete NASA’s Space Program and Fly in 2029

Jahnavi Dangeti, a name now etched in India’s space history, is a 23-year-old space enthusiast from Palakollu, Andhra Pradesh, who has become the first Indian to complete NASA’s International Air and Space Program. Her dream is set to reach the...

50 Years of Emergency: Samvidhaan Hatya Diwas Observed on June 25

The Government of India has announced a year-long observance of “Constitution Murder Day” from June 25, 2025, to June 25, 2026, to mark the 50th anniversary of the Emergency imposed on June 25, 1975. This initiative aims to commemorate one of the...

List of US Military Bases around the World, Location and Significance

Context: Iran launched missile attacks on U.S. bases in Qatar and Iraq. The United States maintains the largest network of overseas military bases globally, giving it unmatched global reach and power projection. With over 750 military installations in more than...

Israel-Iran Conflict: Background, Implications and Challenges

In a dramatic turn of events, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a complete and total ceasefire between Israel and Iran, ending a fierce 12-day-long conflict that saw deadly missile exchanges, diplomatic breakdowns, and rising tensions in the Middle East. While...

Critical and Emerging Technologies Index, India’s Rank

Context: India ranks 10th in the newly released Critical and Emerging Technologies Index by Harvard, indicating that it lags behind major powers such as the U.S. and China. What is the Critical and Emerging Technologies Index? A global index launched by Harvard Kennedy...

International Olympic Day 2025: Date, Theme, History, Significance

International Olympic Day 2025 is being celebrated on June 23 across the world to commemorate the founding of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and to promote the values of excellence, friendship, respect, and inclusion. With this year’s global theme, “Let’s...

QS World University Rankings 2026, India’s Performance

Context: The QS World University Rankings 2026 have been released, showcasing remarkable improvement and rising global competitiveness among Indian institutions. About QS World University Rankings The QS World University Rankings are a highly influential and well-known yearly publication that ranks the world's...

International Yoga Day 2025, History, Theme and Significance

The 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) is being celebrated with grandeur across the globe, championing India's ancient wellness tradition. This year's theme, "Yoga for One Earth, One Health," emphasizes the intrinsic link between individual well-being and planetary health, echoing...