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Why in NEWS There has been a demand in Goa to legalise Dhirio (or Dhiri) bullfighting for cultural preservation and tourism promotion. Despite being banned, the sport continues in some villages of Goa. Key Terms / Concepts Term Explanation Dhirio / Dhiri Traditional Goan sport involving two trained bulls locking horns in a contest of […]

Why in NEWS India is set to launch its first fully indigenous commercial earth observation (EO) satellite constellation, led by a private consortium under a public-private partnership model. Bengaluru-based PixxelSpace-led consortium has been chosen by the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) to build and operate this constellation, marking a milestone in India’s […]

Why in NEWS The Supreme Court (SC) of India struck down the Indian Army’s policy limiting the appointment of women officers to the Judge Advocate General (JAG) branch, rejected arguments against women in counter-insurgency and counter-terror forces, and reinforced gender equality across all combat-support arms. Key Terms / Concepts Term Explanation Judge Advocate General (JAG) […]

Why in NEWS Left Wing Extremism (LWE), once a major internal security threat, has contracted from the expansive Red Corridor to just 18 districts. This decline is attributed to targeted development initiatives, sustained security operations, leadership crises within Maoist ranks, and the erosion of grassroots support. Key Terms / Concepts Term Explanation Left-Wing Extremism (LWE) […]

Why in NEWS The Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) in Delhi, established under the FTSCs Scheme 2019 for speedy trial of rape and child sexual abuse cases, have disposed of only around 43% of cases as of June 2025. This slow pace undermines public confidence in the justice system despite the existence of dedicated mechanisms. […]

Why in NEWS Tuvalu will become the first nation to relocate its citizens abroad due to climate change, under the Falepili Union Treaty with Australia. Key Terms Key Term Explanation Falepili Union Treaty (2023) Agreement under which Australia will accept 280 Tuvaluans annually through a ballot-based “climate visa” starting 2025. Climate Visa Special visa granting […]

Why in NEWS NITI Aayog has presented India’s 3rd Voluntary National Review (VNR) Report on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the UN’s High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) under the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). The report showcases India’s Whole-of-Government and Whole-of-Society approach to achieving the SDGs. India earlier presented VNRs in 2017 and 2020. Key […]

Why in NEWS With India’s carbon market set to launch in 2026, CO₂ removal technologies like biochar are emerging as vital tools for reducing emissions and driving sustainable growth. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Biochar Carbon-rich charcoal made by pyrolyzing agricultural residue or organic waste, used for carbon sequestration and soil enhancement. Pyrolysis Thermal […]

Why in NEWS Evidence of human settlements dating back to around 1500 BC has been found at Topra Kalan village, Haryana, marking the transitional phase from the Indus Valley Civilization (Bronze Age: 3300–1300 BC) to the Iron Age in India (1500–600 BC). Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Painted Grey Ware (PGW) Grey pottery with […]

Why in NEWS The flash flood in Dharali village, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, highlights the growing disaster threats from extreme weather events in the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR). Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Indian Himalayan Region (IHR) The mountainous belt stretching across northern India, prone to natural disasters due to fragile geology and climate change impacts. […]