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...

U.S. Imposes 25% Tariff on Indian Imports: A Trade Disruption Rooted in Geopolitics   On August 1, 2025, the United States government, under its current presidential administration, formally announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on Indian imports. This development, unfolding in the backdrop of increasing friction in global trade norms and foreign policy alignments, is more than just...

International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA): A Global Step Toward Big Cat Conservation The International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) stands as a significant global initiative spearheaded by India with a focused vision: to safeguard the world's most majestic and ecologically vital predators—big cats. Launched in April 2023, the alliance marks a new chapter in international wildlife cooperation....