Kerala - India’s First Fully Digitally Literate State Kerala has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first State in India to be declared fully digitally literate. The announcement was made by the Chief Minister, marking the successful completion of Phase I of the Digi Kerala project. The initiative was aimed at bridging the digital divide by training people across all local bodi...

The Dollar’s Supremacy and the Rise of De-Dollarisation The history of money began with the barter system, where goods were exchanged for goods. Over time, societies moved to gold and silver as mediums of exchange. By the 19th century, Britain’s industrial dominance and its massive gold reserves made the Pound Sterling the world’s leading trade currency. Almost 60% of global t...

Global Hunger   Global hunger has long been one of the biggest challenges for humanity. Despite economic progress and technological growth, millions of people around the world still sleep on empty stomachs. The recently released UN FAO’s State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2025 report offers both hope and urgency. It highlights that global undernourishment has decli...

UPPSC Prelims 2025: Smart Study Approach   The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) is one of the most prestigious recruitment bodies in India, responsible for selecting candidates for the state’s administrative services. The UPPSC Prelims Exam 2025, scheduled on 12th October 2025, is more than just a competitive test; it is a gateway to fulfilling the dream of becoming...

Mission Sudarshan Chakra   On the 79th Independence Day, the Prime Minister of India formally unveiled Mission Sudarshan Chakra, signaling a transformative step in India’s defense and strategic capabilities. Designed to address both contemporary and emerging security threats, the mission seeks to establish a multi-layered defense shield across the country. Far beyond a mere protec...

Jute: India’s Golden Fibre and the New Import Regulation Shift   India’s recent decision to ban imports of certain jute products and ropes from Bangladesh through all land routes marks a decisive move to protect domestic industry and ensure strict quality control. As per the order, these jute items can now enter the country only through the Nhava Sheva Seaport in Maharashtra...

Satellite Internet Starlink’s impending launch positions India for a major digital transformation. By leveraging satellites instead of traditional cables, it promises seamless internet access in remote and hard-to-reach areas, bridging the digital divide while enhancing nationwide connectivity, strategic communications, and opportunities for economic and technological advancement. --...

Integrated Disaster Preparedness Drills in India   India’s geographical diversity, while a source of immense natural wealth, also places it among the most disaster-prone nations in the world. With over half of its landmass exposed to earthquakes, large swathes vulnerable to droughts, and a vast coastline susceptible to cyclones and tsunamis, the nation faces continuous challenges...

Defence Production in India: Record Growth and Strategic Transformation India’s domestic defence production in the financial year 2024–25 achieved an all-time high, crossing ₹1.51 lakh crore. This remarkable performance represents an 18% year-on-year increase compared to FY 2023–24 and an impressive 90% surge since FY 2019–20. Such consistent growth reflects deepening...

WHO Recognizes Hepatitis D Virus as a Cause of Liver Cancer The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) have officially classified the Hepatitis D virus (HDV) as a Group 1 carcinogen, a category reserved for substances and agents with proven evidence of causing cancer in humans. This classification firmly places HDV alongside Hepatitis B virus...