Why in NEWS Global shipping is on course to slash its carbon emissions drastically by 2040–2050 due to climate imperatives and international decarbonisation goals. This presents a key opportunity for India to become a global hub for green fuel production and shipping infrastructure. Key Concepts/Terms Term Meaning VLSFO Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil – a […]
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Why in NEWS The World Health Organization (WHO) released a technical brief recognizing India’s leadership in applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) to traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, Sowa-Rigpa, and Homeopathy, highlighting India’s digital health innovations under its ‘AI for All’ vision. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Ayurgenomics A fusion of Ayurveda and genomics […]
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Why in NEWS India has reached 242.78 GW of non-fossil fuel power capacity—50% of its total installed electricity capacity of 484.82 GW—as of June 2025, achieving its Paris Agreement target under the NDCs five years early. Key Concepts and Definitions Term Explanation Non-Fossil Fuels Energy sources not derived from coal, oil, or natural gas; includes […]
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Why in NEWS Denmark has introduced a first-of-its-kind copyright amendment to ban the unauthorized sharing of deepfakes, treating realistic synthetic media as copyright violations and extending digital likeness protection for 50 years posthumously. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Deepfakes AI-generated synthetic media that falsely depicts someone saying or doing things they never did. GANs […]
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Why in NEWS The Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), held in Sevilla, Spain, concluded with the Sevilla Commitment—an ambitious plan to close the global SDG financing gap, address sovereign debt distress, and reform the international financial architecture. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Sevilla Commitment A global financing framework adopted at FfD4 […]
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Why in NEWS A surge in dowry-related deaths in states like Uttar Pradesh, Chandigarh, and Tamil Nadu reveals the persistent and deadly hold of this illegal practice, with women still being harassed, abused, or killed while legal justice remains sluggish. Key Concepts and Legal Definitions Term/Provision Explanation Dowry Death (Section 80, BNS) Death of a […]
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Why in NEWS Machilipatnam Port in Andhra Pradesh, once a flourishing ancient trade hub, is being revived with a new Greenfield port expected to become operational by end-2026, marking a major step in coastal infrastructure development. Key Terms / Concepts Term Explanation Greenfield Port A new port built from scratch on undeveloped land. Landlord Model […]
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Why in NEWS The DRDO and Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully test-fired the indigenously developed Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) ‘Astra’ equipped with an Indian Radio Frequency (RF) Seeker from a Su-30MKI aircraft over Odisha coast. Key Terms / Concepts Term Explanation BVRAAM Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile – designed to engage targets beyond […]
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Why in NEWS India’s disaster insurance coverage remains limited, increasing financial vulnerability during climate-related disasters. With rising cyclone, flood, and earthquake risks, Catastrophe Bonds (Cat Bonds) are gaining attention as an innovative disaster risk financing tool. Key Terms / Concepts Term Explanation Bonds Debt instruments where investors lend money to entities for a fixed time […]
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Why in NEWS Mizoram faces mounting pressure from a growing refugee influx since the 2021 Myanmar coup. In early 2025, over 4,000 Chin refugees fled to Mizoram, adding to existing populations from Myanmar, Bangladesh, and Manipur—raising humanitarian, legal, and policy concerns. Key Terms / Concepts Term Explanation Refugee A person fleeing persecution due to race, […]
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