Why in NEWS Indian Railways has tested its first hydrogen-powered coach under the “Hydrogen for Heritage” project at ICF Chennai. Key Concepts and Terms Term Explanation Hydrogen Fuel Cell A device converting hydrogen and oxygen into electricity, with water as byproduct. Green Hydrogen Hydrogen produced using renewable energy (e.g., solar/wind) via electrolysis. Kavach Indian Railway’s […]
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Why in NEWS July 29 marked International Tiger Day, spotlighting global and Indian efforts in conserving the tiger, including the rare Amur Tiger, the world’s largest wild cat. Key Terms & Concepts Term Explanation Tx2 Goal Global target to double wild tiger population by 2022, set at the 2010 St. Petersburg Summit. Project Tiger India’s […]
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Why in NEWS To boost India’s cotton output and strengthen the entire textile value chain, the Government has launched the ‘Mission for Cotton Productivity’ under Union Budget 2025–26, aligned with Textile Vision 2030. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Textile Vision 2030 Aims to make India a global textile hub by building a USD 250 […]
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Why in NEWS The Prime Minister visited Gangaikonda Cholapuram (Ariyalur, Tamil Nadu) during the Aadi Thiruvathirai festival and released a commemorative coin marking 1000 years of Rajendra Chola I’s Gangetic expedition, while celebrating the Chola dynasty’s administrative brilliance and maritime power. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Rajendra Chola I Son of Rajaraja Chola I; […]
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Why in NEWS India has achieved 20% ethanol blending in petrol under the Ethanol Blending Programme (EBP) in 2025—five years ahead of schedule, signaling a major step in its clean energy transition and rural economic empowerment. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Ethanol Blending Mixing ethanol (biofuel) with petrol to reduce fossil fuel use and […]
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Why in NEWS India reduced zero-dose children from 1.6 million (2023) to 0.9 million (2024), aiding South Asia in achieving its highest-ever immunization coverage, as per WHO-UNICEF report. Key Terms/Concepts Term Explanation Zero-dose Children Children who have not received even the first dose of the DTP vaccine. DTP Vaccine Protects against diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. […]
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Why in NEWS The Reserve Bank of India has proposed a daily-frequency Financial Conditions Index (FCI) to assess India’s financial market conditions in real-time for better policy and investment decisions. Key Concepts and Terms Term Explanation FCI (Financial Conditions Index) A composite indicator that tracks tightness or ease in financial markets. Taper Tantrum A sudden […]
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Why in NEWS The National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC) has been granted statutory backing under the amended Disaster Management Act, 2025, solidifying its role as India’s apex disaster response coordination body. Key Concepts and Terms Term Explanation NCMC Apex disaster response body headed by Cabinet Secretary for nationwide coordination. Statutory Backing Legal recognition under law, […]
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Why in NEWS Despite expanded farmer coverage under PMFBY, states have defaulted on ₹6,450 crore in claim settlements since FY20, raising concerns about timely support to farmers. Key Concepts and Terms Term Explanation PMFBY – Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana Flagship crop insurance scheme to support farmers during crop loss due to natural calamities or […]
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Why in NEWS The RBI’s State of the Economy article provides a cautiously optimistic outlook for India, amid global headwinds and fiscal-tightrope walking. Key Concepts and Terms Term Explanation Retail Inflation (CPI) Measures the average change in prices of goods and services consumed by households. Core Inflation CPI minus volatile items like food and fuel; […]
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